Brash Higgins…Up Close and Personal
Brad Hickey, AKA Brash Higgins contacted me just in late April letting me know he was on his way to Tassie for work/play. We got together at the wine/winemaker friendly […]
Tag Archives: McLaren Vale
Serafino Bellissimo Pinot Grigio 2016
McLaren Vale suits the Mediterranean varieties well. Even for the more delicate styles, like a Pinot Grigio, warmer temps can give a lift of richness. Serafino Bellissimo Pinot Grigio, McLaren […]
d’Arenberg The Sticks and Stones 2011
So, when you’re criticised for the amount of labels you have, or the crazy names you give them….a childish proverb springs to mind: “The inspiration for this name comes from […]
d’Arenberg The Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier 2011
The nomenclature not quite so self explanatory here as with other d’Arenberg wines. “The Kookaburra is a native Australian bird famous for its distinctive laughing call, Chester’s young daughters named […]
d’Arenberg The Derelict Vineyard Grenache 2012
As usual, d’Arenberg have a wonderful and colourful story behind the name: “At a time when Grenache was considered unfashionable, Chester acquired many old bush vine, overgrown and abandoned vineyards.” […]
d’Arenberg The Hermit Crab Viognier Marsanne 2014
A bit of white Rhône action from d’Arry…. d’Arenberg, The Hermit Crab, Viognier Marsanne, McLaren Vale, 2014 There’s a fair bit of wine making going on here for the dollars. […]
Serafino BDX & GSM 2013
All continental today: Two French style blends from Italian heritage Serafino wines. As usual, stylish and schmick looking packaging. 2013 a very good vintage, if a little warm and short, […]
d’Arenberg “d’Arry’s Original” Shiraz Grenache 2013
A return to form for one of the most dependable labels from McLaren Vale. d’Arenberg, “d’Arry’s Original,” Shiraz Grenache, 2013 Rich plum sauce with distinct Choc/Nut oak. Red currant lift […]
d’Arenberg The Olive Grove Chardonnay 2015
From the extensive d’Arry range: This is sourced from the Adelaide Hills, just above McLaren Vale (and with cooler temperatures), the area is just made for Chardonnay. d’Arenberg, “The Olive […]
Thomas Wines 2 x 2 Of A Kind
Andrew “Thommo” Thomas was born and raised in McLaren Vale, South Australia. After deciding to follow in the footsteps of his wine making father, Wayne, he forsook the Vale and […]
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