Lana by Pizzini Nebbiolo Barbera 2017
A nod to the spiritual home of Nebbiolo and Barbera that is Piedmont. Lana by Pizzini, Nebbiolo/Barbera, King Valley, 2017 A light garnet with a clear heart, take not […]
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Vinaceous Red Right Hand SGT 2017
You’re one microscopic cog In his catastrophic plan Designed and directed by His red right hand Thus sung Nick Cave. This Red Right Hand however, probably won’t be so foreboding. […]
Meadowbank Pinot Noir 2017
From 30 year old vines in the upper Derwent Valley….almost central Tasmania. The wine making from the sure, cool hand of Peter Dredge. Meadowbank, Pinot Noir, Derwent Valley, 2017 […]
Heggies Vineyard Estate Chardonnay 2017
While the Heggies Vineyard, 500 metres above sea level in the Eden Valley, is predominantly known for well-aged rieslings, chardonnay is also treated with respect. The wines are crafted by […]
Hunter Valley….Not just Semillon and Shiraz
I recently attended the Hunter Valley wine region for their annual Wine & Tourism Legends Awards. Various tastings were conducted for assembled trade and media representatives, including a fascinating look […]
S.C Pannell Tempranillo Touriga 2017
A blend of 45% Barossa (touriga) and 55% McLaren Vale (the tempranillo). Winemaker Steve Pannell has enjoyed working with the touriga grape so much that he’s removed a large swathe […]
La La Land Tempranillo 2017
Distinct Iberian theme to the updated labeling recognising Tempranillo’s roots. Olé. Suitable for Vegans and Vegetarians. La La Land, Tempranillo, Murray Darling, 2017 Matured in “seasoned” American and French oak. […]
Kalleske Fordson Zinfandel 2017
Zinfandel. Primitivo. Po-tay-to….Po-tah-to. Australia doesn’t produce a lot of Zin. Of note: New South Wales has Cargo Road and Lowe while Cape Mentelle have a prestige label. While the vintage […]
Kalleske Merchant Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Vintage roll has just occurred to the 2018, but there’ll still be some of this about. Vegan friendly Kalleske, Merchant, Cabernet Sauvignon, Barossa Valley, 2017 Kalleske house style avoids “bony” […]
Chateau Yaldara 47 Grenache 2017
From old vines planted in 1947. A winemaker’s project from a single vineyard. 500ml bottle. Unfined. Unfiltered. Chateau Yaldara, 47, Grenache, Barossa Valley, 2017 Light garnet and holds a clear […]
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