Posted: September 4, 2019
A soft, very drinkable style, intense purple in colour with rich spicy aromas and silky smooth palate with excellent tight tannin structure.
Comments Off on Michelini Alpine Valleys Marzemino 2016 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Pretty stonefruit fragrances and a citrus driven palate showing some nice texture.
Comments Off on Michelini Alpine Valleys Pinot Grigio 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Complex toasty rancio/raisin bouquet Intense and luscious toffee/caramel flavours and developing some age.
Comments Off on Andrew Buller Wines Cannobie Rutherglen Muscat NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Lovely burnt caramel/toffee bouquet and very sweet dark toffee flavours with balancing acidity.
Comments Off on Andrew Buller Wines Cannobie Rutherglen Tokay NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Aromas of dark chocolate with burnt orange characters. Velvety smooth palate with very ripe, very sweet fruit. Different style!
Comments Off on Andrew Buller Wines Cannobie Rutherglen Tawny NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Earthy confectionery fruit fragrances with a spicy oak lift. Generous palate ripe with sweet fruit and oak. Nice soft tannins and good acid line. 5+
Comments Off on Andrew Buller Wines Cannobie Rutherglen Durif 2016 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Stewed fruit fragrances and very ripe sweet fruit flavours. Good line of acid and tannins.
Comments Off on Andrew Buller Wines Cannobie Rutherglen Shiraz 2016 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Rich ripe chocolaty bouquet and a ‘rustic’ palate with loads of complex flavours and balancing tannins.
Comments Off on Andrew Buller Wines Traditional Method Old Vine Rutherglen Sparkling Shiraz NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Some oak influence obvious on the spicy raisin nose with a young floral fruit palate that has a high level of acidity.
Comments Off on All Saints Estate Rutherglen Muscat NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
A ripe, balanced, gathering of red berry fruits, licorice and spices.
Comments Off on All Saints Estate Rutherglen Durif 2016 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
An interesting alluring spicy citrus nose and light, tight, delicate and well balanced palate with obvious oak influence.
Comments Off on All Saints Estate Rutherglen Marsanne 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Traditional style with gorgeous spicy peppery elements, some sweetness and oaky notes.
Comments Off on Mount Avoca Jack Barry Pyrenees Sparkling Shiraz NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Dense fruit fragrances threaded with vanilla oak. Palate has lovely elegance and a delicacy of interesting ‘dark’ oaky flavours with grainy tannins.
Comments Off on Piano Piano Wines Reserve Beechworth Merlot 2017 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Subtle fruit aromas with chocolaty elements and ripe red berry palate, well integrated oak and silky smooth tannins with nice dash of pepper. 5+
Comments Off on Piano Piano Wines Henry’s Block Beechworth Shiraz 2016 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
The nose is an integrated complexity of strawberries and cream. Very good balance of oak and fruit on the palate with nice honeyed overtones.
Comments Off on Piano Piano Wines Sophie’s Block Beechworth Chardonnay 2017 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Preserved lemon nose with smoky yeasty notes. Austere palate, creamy texture and restrained flavours.
Comments Off on Thompson Estate Zero Dosage Margaret River Sparkling Pinot Noir Chardonnay 2010 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Aged toasty/chocolaty/mocha bouquet and a, “Warm and comforting palate.” Drink now!
Comments Off on Nicholson River Vintage Gippsland Sparkling Pinot Chardonnay 2011 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Obvious red apple notes to the nose. Palate is still fresh with plenty of mouth-watering acidity. Drying on the finish.
Comments Off on Forester Estate Georgette Margaret River Sparkling Brut 2015 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Lifted perfumed fragrances with nice palate weight and length with good grip and texture.
Comments Off on Andreola Sesto Senso Superiore DOCG Valdobbiadene, Italy Prosecco NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Citrussy aromatic complexity, creamy in the mouth and finishing dry.
Comments Off on Andreola Dirupo Superiore DOCG Valdobbiadene, Italy Prosecco NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Subtly perfumed nose with good acid/sweetness balance to the citrussy palate.
Comments Off on Andreola Verv Extra Dry DOC Treviso, Italy Prosecco NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Subtle fruit nose with leesy notes and tight, well-balanced and super fresh drier style palate developing some complexity.
Comments Off on Perelada Cava Brut Reserva DO Cava, Spain Brut Cava NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
A delicate balance of wild strawberry-like fruit, some beets, a touch of dusty leather and dried herbs.
Comments Off on Prancing Horse Estate Pony Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2017 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
A solid effort – it’s nicely rounded and very inviting. Deep red in colour with a purple edge, chocolate cherry aromas and a sophisticated, complex and well made palate.
Comments Off on Nanny Goat Vineyard Central Otago Pinot Noir 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Intense oaky nose with minty red fruit notes. Attractive, tight, tannic palate with good primary fruit and a hint of cedar oak.
Comments Off on Catalina Sounds Marlborough Pinot Noir 2017 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Lifted raspberry bouquet with slight green herbal edge and soft well rounded blackberry palate with a menthol edge and some tarry notes.
Comments Off on Morrisons of Glenrowan Family Reserve Glenrowan Shiraz 2017 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Ruby red wine with a very herbal nose and juicy sweet minty fruit flavours and soft tannins. 3-5
Comments Off on Morrisons of Glenrowan Glenrowan Primitivo 2017 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Oak dominates the peppery licorice nose and has intense licorice flavours. 3-5
Comments Off on Morrisons of Glenrowan Glenrowan Tempranillo 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
The fruit dominates here but there is also spicy oak apparent. “Fit for purpose!”
Comments Off on Tamburlaine Single Vineyard Orange Pinot Noir 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
A well made approachable pinot. Quite at this stage just needs time.
Comments Off on Foxey’s Hangout Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
A pleasant complexity of dark red fruit and oak aromas with beetroot and rhubarb-like characters on the palate.
Comments Off on Bellarine Phil’s Bellarine Pinot Noir 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
“A progressive wine with lots of life ahead of it,” commented one judge. Spicy perfumed nose and bright bold chocolaty palate with lovely fruits of the forest characters.
Comments Off on La Villa Tower Block Tasmania Pinot Noir 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Cordial sweet bouquet with traces if smoked oyster-like notes. A lovely natural balance of pristine sour cherry fruit flavours and excellent quality oak.
Comments Off on La Villa Tasmania Pinot Noir 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Subtle leafy black cherry fragrances and upfront confectionery fruit flavours with pleasant oak.
Comments Off on Marley Farm Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
A solid effort with herbal aromas and a spicy herbal flavour profile.
Comments Off on Below&Above Single Vineyard Pemberton Pinot Noir 2015 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
“A lifted wine that dances on your tongue – a beauty,” was one judge’s comment. Spicy savoury nose and dainty herbal palate. Still taut with years ahead of it
Comments Off on Crittenden Estate Peninsula Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
A subdued bouquet and a mid-weight stalky palate with earthy red and black fruits in the background.
Comments Off on Crittenden Estate Kangerong Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Complex nose; lots of yeasty/earthiness. Palate has mouth filling mousse and very good mineral and savoury components.
Comments Off on Yes Said the Seal Reserve Geelong Blanc de Noir 2011 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Nice balance of aged and fresh aromas. Silky palate has moderate sweetness with savoury undertones.
Comments Off on Leura Park Estate Grande Vintage Geelong Blanc de Blanc 2018 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Still quite tight and youthful but evolving honey/nutty complexity.
Comments Off on Jack Rabbit Single Vineyard Geelong Blanc de Blanc 2017 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Dark red fruit aromas with peppery notes. Palate is quite meaty and gamey.
Comments Off on Gallagher Canberra District Sparkling Shiraz 2016 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
A plum jam-like bouquet and very youthful fresh berry and plum palate. Crisp finish.
Comments Off on d’Arenberg The Peppermint Paddock McLaren Vale Sparkling Chambourcin Shiraz Graciano NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Red apple aromas with savoury notes. Soft in the mouth with a good balance of fresh fruits and aged elements.
Comments Off on Hollick Estates Coonawarra Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Pretty, perfumed, slightly candied, aromas with spicy notes. Lovely sweet and spicy intensity of blackberry flavours
Comments Off on Blue Pyrenees Pyrenees Sparkling Shiraz NV / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Tight zesty style quite fresh for its age with subtle underlying complexity.
Comments Off on Blue Pyrenees Pyrenees Vintage Brut 2011 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
An elegant flinty fruit driven aperitif style with hints of secondary notes.
Comments Off on Blue Pyrenees Midnight Cuvée Pyrenees Sparkling Chardonnay 2011 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Subtle smokiness to the nose with crisp citrussy notes to the complex flavour profile.
Comments Off on Blue Pyrenees Midnight Cuvée Pyrenees Chardonnay Cuvee 2015 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Nose has a youthful strawberry and cream sweetness. The pretty palate is fresh, lively and fruity. Very appealing style.
Comments Off on Bird in Hand Adelaide Hills Sparkling Pinot Noir 2019 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Evolving fast but still shows sweet cherry fruit, sweet oak and light spiciness.
Comments Off on Sutherland Estate Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2017 / 0 View / September 4, 2019
Posted: September 4, 2019
Sweet nutty nose with a richer riper palate that has retained freshness.
Comments Off on Villa Maria Methode Traditionnelle Marlborough Cuvée 2016 / 0 View / September 4, 2019