Yarra Valley Cabernet sails somewhat under the radar…but can be a well crafted example. Mandala, The Butterfly, Cabernet Sauvignon, Yarra Valley, 2014 Expressive nose, with sweet little blackberries over Cherry […]
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). […]
The 2017 vintage was down on yield by 25% according to winemaker Franco D’Anna. To keep this fresh and fruit expressive, only 1st and 2nd fill French oak used. Hoddles […]
One of the leading lights of the New England wine region in New South Wales, Topper’s Mountain should be on your “cult” list for unique, well made (affordable!) wines. This […]
French oak barrel fermentation and 11 months maturation with lees stirring (bâtonnage). Bremerton, Bâtonnage, Chardonnay, Langhorne Creek, 2015 Light gold colour with yellow shine. Complex aromas of ripe stonefruits, light […]
A brief look at the website shows that the fruit for the wine was grown 50kms north east of Bendigo, in a little town called Serpentine, where I spent a […]
Sourced from the Dahlberg family vineyard in Murrumbateman (technically NSW but incorporated into the Canberra District) 30% maturation in new French oak. 2% Viognier in the blend. Gundog Estate, Shiraz, […]
The Climbing range by Cumulus Wines, with their quirky labels inspired by an 1880’s “Dive Circus” poster, are more than a capable ambassador for the cool climate Orange region. Climbing, […]
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