Posted: November 9, 2017
The nose exhibits some honey and spice aromas that sit alongside baked apple and pear. Not an opulent style but one showing restrained intensity and depth. Good length. $38.00
Comments Off on The Elder Pinot Gris 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Starts well; touch of biscuit and spice on the nose, bright and crisp flavours leading to a fairly dry finish. Shows a degree of complexity that elevates it above more simply fruited examples. $26.90
Comments Off on Saint Clair Pioneer Block 5 Bull Block Pinot Gris 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Lightly aromatic pear and apple on the nose. Crisp and clean and although there is noticeable sweetness, it doesn’t overwhelm the palate meaning the wine is still light on its feet. $24.00
Comments Off on Morepork Vineyard Pinot Gris 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
This wine is sure to appeal to those who like a bold, barrel influenced style of sauvignon blanc. Quite a lot going on here; powerful, complex aromas of gunflint and struck match sit alongside those of ripe nectarine and citrus….
Comments Off on Church Road Grand Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Made in a very juicy, fruit-focussed upfront style, there is only a very subtle touch of tannin which means the palate remains bright and supple. Whilst not particularly complex, it has plenty of easy drinking charm. $36.00
Comments Off on Nanny Goat Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A gently maturing wine that is beginning to show bottle developed characters of toast, kerosene and honey, though there is some youthful freshly squeezed lime juice too. Quite a bit of complexity, the palate kept in check with a strong…
Comments Off on Pisa Range Riesling 2014 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A take-no-prisoners style of chardonnay; aromas of smoky bacon and gunflint sit alongside those of ripe nectarine and red apple. Creamy and textural, with plenty of new oak in support, the densely-fruited palate leads to a long and satisfying finish….
Comments Off on Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Chardonnay 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Plenty going on here; creamy, almost honeyed notes of ripe peach and apricot, touch of apple crumble and a little bit of bran biscuit. Drier than many pinot gris, this is light-bodied and floral with a long finish. $28.95
Comments Off on Ceres Swansong Bannockburn Pinot Gris 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A riper, full-bodied style of sauvignon; more in the apricot and peach spectrum than citrus and grass. There is a touch of barrel-aged character, with some nutmeg notes coming through. Nicely constructed, this is an attractive wine with a long…
Comments Off on Catalina Sounds Sounds of White Sauvignon Blanc 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Made in an open textured style, this upfront Central Otago pinot has lovely raspberry and red cherry fruit with some cedar oak in support. A background of finely grained tannin gives structure. Solid effort. $39.90
Comments Off on Akitu A2 Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Attractive aromas of graphite and blueberry with a lovely floral edge of lavender. The palate carries a definite layer of oak but it is well integrated as are the silky tannins. Excellent value. $25.00
Comments Off on Sacred Hill Reserve Hawkes Bay Merlot Cabernet 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Masses of noble botrytis gives a real dried apricot, honey and marmalade character to the wine but there is a good degree pure Riesling character there too with ripe pineapple, citrus and even a little papaya. A lovely line of…
Comments Off on Pegasus Bay Encore Noble Riesling 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Intensely aromatic; musk, jasmine and white blossom. Ripe and generously textured with apricot, gingerbread and sweet spice flavours. Definitely sitting in the medium-sweet category, this is a big, ballsy style of gewürztraminer with a long, sustained finish. Tremendous value for…
Comments Off on Main Divide Gewurztraminer 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A world away from ‘modern’, lean gunflint styles of chardonnay, this is a trip down memory lane. Lots of mango and white peach fruit, with a hint of creamed corn and some melting butter notes too. A fantastic choice for…
Comments Off on Saint Clair Premium Marlborough Chardonnay 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Very deep colour. Nose is intense with masses of dark fruits; blackberry, blueberry and plum and some spicy oak too. Not a great deal of finesse but instead packed with flavour and richness. For those who like powerful, fleshy pinot…
Comments Off on Catalina Sounds Sounds of White Pinot Noir 2015 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Varietal aromas of cherries, plums and sweet spices with somewhat fine, ephemeral, flavours; some complexity.
Comments Off on Handpicked Regional Selections Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
An elegant bright red/purple wine with lifted herbal/cranberry-like aromas and some intriguing spicy varietal freshness to the seamless varietal palate.
Comments Off on Babich Family Estates Headwaters Marlborough Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Interesting perfumed, hair oil like aromas and a grippy, flavoursome, mid weight palate with a warming finish.
Comments Off on Babich Winemakers’ Reserve Marlborough Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Simple fruity lift to the nose and light, tight palate but has some earthy complexity developing.
Comments Off on Babich Marlborough Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A soft, beautifully textured, classy wine with a seamless balance of attractive varietal characters on the nose which is echoed in the lovely complexity of spicy fruit flavours.
Comments Off on Saint Clair Family Estate Pioneer Block 15 Strip Block Marlborough Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Big rich ripe berry fruit bouquet with a big rich spicy palate that’s silky soft in the mouth with good use of oak and bright acidity.
Comments Off on Saint Clair Family Estate Omaka Reserve Marlborough Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Nicely aged, complex bouquet; plenty of cassis and violets. Soft and sweet in the mouth with vanillin oak adding complexity.
Comments Off on Rosenvale Vineyards Estate Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A wine that’s ageing well and described by one judge as, “The sweet dark berries and spices in a holding pattern”.
Comments Off on Rosenvale Vineyards Estate Barossa Shiraz 2013 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A nice wine, probably at its peak, with matured dark fruit and olive complexity.
Comments Off on Rosenvale Vineyards Old Vines Reserve Barossa Valley Shiraz 2012 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Tropical like lift to the nose and a fleshy, nicely textured, palate with lovely depth of varietal fruit flavours.
Comments Off on Reillys Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A broad, mid-weight style with ripe fruit, some phenolics and a zesty end.
Comments Off on Reillys Watervale Clare Valley Riesling 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Good grenache varietal fruit aromas and flavours with sweetness at a realistic commercial level.
Comments Off on The Grapes of Ross Ruby Tuesday Barossa Valley Rosé 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Subtle dark fruit fragrances and balanced varietal fruit palate with slightly aggressive tannins.
Comments Off on Tamburlaine Wine Lovers Orange Shiraz 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A vibrant hot pink wine with delicate raspberry fruit characters mingling with some lovely acidity.
Comments Off on Tamburlaine Wine Lovers Petite Fleur Orange Hunter Valley Rosé 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Interesting old fashioned style. Lifted lemon curd nose and nice fruit/acid drive to the palate.
Comments Off on Tamburlaine Wine Lovers Hunter Valley Verdelho Semillon 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
An elegant wine with fresh and alert green fruit characters with a mineral element.
Comments Off on Tamburlaine Wine Lovers Orange Gewurztraminer 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A very oaky nose and some powerful dry red flavours layered with nice toastiness.
Comments Off on Lowburn Ferry Home Block Central Otago Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Quite a sweetish wine with typical tropical varietal fruit characters on both nose and palate.
Comments Off on Sandalford Estate Reserve Margaret River Verdelho 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Lovely nose, smells of prunes. Excellent flavours on a complex palate with drying tannins.
Comments Off on Katnook Founder’s Block Coonawara Sparkling Shiraz 2015 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A classic Aussie shiraz at a lovely stage of development. It has a nose of blackberries and vanilla and a beautifully balanced palate.
Comments Off on Brick Kiln Single Vineyard McLaren Vale Shiraz 2014 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Beautifully complex nose; all cassis and cedar with nice nuttiness. A great palate – it has length, depth and complexity with a balance of sweet fruit and soft oak flavours.
Comments Off on Beresford Classic McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A big oak driven shiraz but there is also plenty of sweet raspberry fruit characters lurking underneath.
Comments Off on Beresford Classic McLaren Vale Shiraz 2015 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A tropical complexity to the slightly oily nose and a long, bright, fresh fruit and light oak palate.
Comments Off on Bream Creek Tasmania Chardonnay 2015 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Oaky aromas dominate the nose with interesting smoked bacon-like savouriness on the palate. Drinking well now or cellar it. 3-5
Comments Off on Kalleske Old Vine Barossa Valley Grenache 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
“High end commercial style”. A good wine with oak tending to dominate at the moment but the rich raspberry-like fruit pushes through.
Comments Off on Kalleske Greenock Barossa Valley Shiraz 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
“A huge baby”. Bright sweet black fruit characters. “Should still be in the barrel”, thought one judge.
Comments Off on Kalleske Zeitgeist Barossa Valley Shiraz 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Lovely aromas reminiscent of apples with jasmine like nuances. Good flavour depth, length and balancing acid.
Comments Off on Eden Hall Eden Valley Gruner Veltliner 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A generously flavoured pale green wine that’s soft, rich and seamlessly balanced. The nice floral elements mingle with the ripe varietal fruit characters.
Comments Off on Eden Hall Reserve Eden Valley Riesling 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Very varietal with light sherbety-like aromas followed by a refreshing medium length passionfruit palate.
Comments Off on Eden Hall Eden Valley Riesling 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A distinctively cool climate riesling that’s all class! It shows hints of herbs on the floral lime nose and has a lovely long, elegant and bone dry palate.
Comments Off on Springton Hills Wines Eliza’s Single Vineyard Eden Valley Riesling 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Deep crimson wine. Well integrated fruit/oak nose it’s still closed. Lovely palate complexity; excellent depth of vibrant fruit, chewy oak and textured tannins. Nice finish.
Comments Off on Oparina Padthaway Cabernet Shiraz 2015 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
A floral/apple-like bouquet with a generous palate that has good varietal fruit depth, prickly acidity and nicely balanced sweetness
Comments Off on Stage Door Wine Co. White Note Eden Valley Gruner Veltliner 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Stonefruit characters lift off the nose and the lovely classy palate has a complex balance of fruit, alcohol and some soft acidity.
Comments Off on Stage Door Wine Co. The Green Room Eden Valley Riesling 2017 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Dark cherry fruits fill the glass with lifted aromas. “Nice to see such excellent integration of the varietal fruit and the charred oak”, enthused one judge about this palate.
Comments Off on Thorn-Clarke Wines Barossa Trail Barossa Shiraz 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017
Posted: November 9, 2017
Aromas of cooked fruit and new oak with well balanced soft berry flavours that are nicely matched by the subtle tannins.
Comments Off on Thorn-Clarke Wines Barossa Trail Barossa Grenache 2016 / 0 View / November 9, 2017