Mandala The Prophet Pinot Noir 2014
Named after founder Charles Smedley’s grandmother, who “sent a vision of rolling hills and vines to Charles’ mother in a dream ahead of the family’s first visit to the Dixon’s […]
Mandala The Matriarch Pinot Noir 2015
So named after Charles Smedley’s (winemaker) mother. From Dixon’s Creek region of the Yarra. Single clone (MV6), 50% new, 25% each one year and two year old French oak (barriques). […]
Mandala Pinot Noir 2017
Entry level Pinot Noir here for Mandala wines. Attractive packaging as always. Mandala, Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, 2017 Pretty, floral nose with dried cranberry, varietal dark cherry, a touch of […]
Risky Business Malbec 2016
Often blended away, Malbec out of the West of Australia can be a cracker when done right. Risky Business, Malbec, Margaret River, 2016 A step up from the 2015. Kirsch, […]
Patina Reserve Chardonnay 2015
The last time I saw a Patina Reserve Chardonnay was 4 years ago, and that was the 2008 . This release matured in 11 months in new and one year old […]
Patina Chardonnay 2015
I’ve always liked the Patina packaging. I’m going to simply reiterate what I wrote fours ago about it: “The label is incredibly striking, one of my personal favourites. An artistic […]
Red Knot by Shingleback Chardonnay 2017
Produced by Shingleback in McLaren Vale. Exclusive to Woolworth’s stores: Dan Murphy’s, BWS and through Shingleback’s online store. Red Knot by Shingleback, Chardonnay, McLaren Vale, 2017 Opens up with sweet, […]
Petaluma White Label Pinot Gris 2017
Whole bunch pressed and fermentation in new and old French oak for complexity and stainless steel for retaining pristine fruit. Petaluma, White Label, Pinot Gris, Adelaide Hills, 2017 The colour […]
The Natural Wine Co Sauvignon Blanc 2017
From the dependable Windowrie stable, this is The Natural Wine Company, not to be confused with “Natural Wine Co.” out of McLaren Vale. Certified organic label, it hits a niche […]
The Natural Wine Co Shiraz 2017
From the safe stable of Windowrie. No Preservatives added. Available from RAW wine and beer. The Natural Wine Co, Shiraz, Central Ranges, 2017 Sweaty plum, rubber, raspberry muffin, meringue shell, […]
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