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Hemera Estate Barossa Valley Shiraz 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

A lovely silky smooth wine with gorgeous varietal fruit and nice firm acidity.

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Zonte’s Footstep Baron Von Nemesis Barossa Shiraz 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

A big dense Barossa shiraz that is rich with intense varietal fruit flavours, charry oak and strong tannins.

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Springton Hills Wines La Cosa Nostra Eden Valley Montepulciano 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Aromas of cherries, cola and Sarsaparilla. Very acidic/tannic berry flavoured palate. Need time!

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Lou Miranda Estate Old Vine Barossa Valley Grenache 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

A classic example of a Barossa grenache with its lovely cherry spiciness and soft tannins.

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Salena Estate Gold Ribbon Barossa Valley Shiraz 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

Aromas on the slightly green side with some simple sweet fruit/oak flavours.

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Seppeltsfield Barossa Shiraz 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

A very stylish shiraz. The beautiful nose has everything there and all kept nicely in check. Huge palate with massive amount of fruit, drying tannins and restrained acid with a long warm finish.

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Seppeltsfield Barossa Grenache 2016

Posted: April 5, 2017

A big, bright, fresh and very youthful grenache that has lifted purple fruit aromas and very intense jammy fruit flavours laced with crunchy acidity and chewy tannins.

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Berton Vineyards High Eden High Eden Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Posted: April 5, 2017

Blackberry aromas with dusty oak characters. Good cassis/cabernet palate and grainy tannins.

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Peter Lehmann Wines Wigan Eden Valley Riesling 2011

Posted: April 5, 2017

Excellent colour with lovely toasty honeyed aged characters on the nose which is echoed on the palate. “One for the aged riesling fans.”

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Peter Lehmann Wines Margaret Barossa Semillon 2010

Posted: April 5, 2017

A classy nose with very inviting toasty aromas. The palate shows excellent balance between the super varietal fruit and age complexity.

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Wolf Blass Gold Label Barossa Shiraz 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

A beautifully balanced wine with a vibrant intensity of juicy black fruits, some licorice notes and good use of sweet oak all nicely wrapped in soft drying tannins.

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Wolf Blass White Label Eden Valley Riesling 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

The nose is a delight of sweet spicy citrus/lime aromas. There are loads of brown lime-like characters on the long and very generously flavoured palate.

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Wolf Blass Gold Label Eden Valley Riesling 2016

Posted: April 5, 2017

A shy nose that opens up to citrus blossom. The palate is layered, complex and flavoursome.

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Saltram The Inventors Series Limited Edition Barossa Montepulciano 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

An inviting nose with vibrant red currant aromas. Huge palate – grippy and tannic with very fresh black fruit flavours that finish slightly jammy at the end.

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Saltram Winemakers Selection Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Posted: April 5, 2017

A very ripe style that is a very generous and flavoursome mix of red berry fruits, some herbaceousness and light spicy oak. Has plenty of tannins and a high level of acidity.

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Saltram 1859 Barossa Shiraz 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Inviting chocolaty berry aromas and firm, rich and generous fruit flavours layered with good use of oak and quite a high level of acid.

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Saltram Mamre Brook Barossa Shiraz 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

A classy wine with beautiful bright red/purple hues. The nose is inky and rich. The palate is full bodied and very satisfying with great length of bright blackberry fruit, lots of oak and long chewy tannins.

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Saltram Mamre Brook Barossa Shiraz 2013

Posted: April 5, 2017

A monster of a shiraz that according to one judge has “A real wow factor!” Powerful, dense, varietal fruit characters, loads of chocolaty oak and massive mouth puckering tannins.

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Saltram Mamre Brook Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

A classy number that has lovely black fruit fragrances with roast meat notes and some green leafy hints. Good length of rich juicy flavours that are layered with fine tannins.

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Pepperjack Barossa Sparkling Shiraz NV

Posted: April 5, 2017

An attractive bright crimson wine with attractive vibrancy of inky aromas. Creamy in the mouth with excellent sweet fruit flavours nicely balanced by the tannins.

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Pepperjack Barossa Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

A complex blend with bright deep red hues. Great balance and length of lovely varietal fruit, tannins and oak. “Very yummy”, according to one judge!

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Pepperjack Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

A rich red/purple wine with a minty/menthol bouquet and a dark, dense and tannic palate with generous fresh berry fruit flavours and lots of acid. Needs to do time in the cellar.

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Pepperjack Barossa Shiraz 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

A beautiful classic Barossa shiraz with an inviting jubey fruit nose that has understated spicy oak and very generous berry/plum flavours with strong drying tannins.

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Leo Buring Medium Sweet Eden Valley Riesling 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

A pretty floral bouquet with some obvious residual sugar sweetness on the pleasant musky floral palate.

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Thorn-Clarke Wines Eden Trail Eden Valley Shiraz 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

Intense aromas and flavours of chunky chewy sweet plum fruit, rich charry oak and some aged characters.

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Kalleske Florentine Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Chenin Blanc 2016

Posted: April 5, 2017

Brooding creamy style with a flinty lift to the nose some classy oak and good varietal fruit.

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Kalleske Rosina Barossa Valley Rosé 2016

Posted: April 5, 2017

A rose pink wine with sweet musky fruit fragrances and loads of sweet fruit flavours.

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Kalleske Clarry’s Barossa Valley G.S.M. 2016

Posted: April 5, 2017

A deep red wine with purple tinges, super lifted fruit driven aromas and a beautiful palate that has excellent fruit drive and clarity with a subtle integration of oak and tannins.

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Kalleske Merchant Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Big, bold chunky choc mint aromas laced with blackberries. Strong, drying and astringent in the mouth with lovely rich, dark fruit flavours. Just needs some time to settle.

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Kalleske Old Vine Single Vineyard Barossa Valley Grenache 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Very varietal lightweight that smells of plums. The palate is round and smooth and full of flavour with subtle use of oak, some residual sweetness and a peppery finish.

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Gatt Accent Barossa Valley Grenache 2012

Posted: April 5, 2017

Developed leathery nose and lovely palate with nice mix of fresh fruit, some age, velvety tannins and a warm finish.

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Gatt High Eden High Eden Pinot Gris 2016

Posted: April 5, 2017

Simple candied fruit aromas with musky notes and a big mouthful of tropical fruit flavours.

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Hill-Smith Estate Eden Valley Chardonnay 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

A peaches and cream nose with a nice nutty/leesy edge. Excellent depth of firm fruit flavours with good use of oak adding complexity and a tight acid structure give it longevity. A keeper.

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Pewsey Vale Vineyard Prima Eden Valley Riesling 2016

Posted: April 5, 2017

Very alluring lime/citrus fragrances with spicy sweetness on the tropical fruit palate.

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Pewsey Vale Vineyard Eden Valley Riesling 2016

Posted: April 5, 2017

Interesting spicy brown lime-like aromas with full, flavoursome and persistent tropical flavours.

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Running with Bulls Barossa Tempranillo 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

A soft, round and chocolaty style with good weight of deep dark varietal fruit characters laced with light acidity.

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Yalumba Eden Valley Eden Valley Viognier 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Velvety floral apricot aromas. Slightly oily palate with musky fruit flavours and soft tannin finish.

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Yalumba Paradox Northern Barossa Shiraz 2013

Posted: April 5, 2017

Interesting mix of red and black berry characters on the nose with hints of menthol. A big oak driven palate but has lashings of fruits to match and lots of tannins.

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Yalumba The Virgilius Eden Valley Viognier 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

A soft, full flavoured, crowd pleaser with nice weight of excellent varietal fruit characters and good acid backbone

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Vesevo Italy Greco di Tufo 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

Gentle aromas and a crisp, bright and nicely textured palate with hints of tropical flavours.

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Chiantari Italy Nero D’Avola 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Slightly smoky black cherry aromas and a well oaked cherry palate with hints of sweetness and nicely balancing tannins.

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Tufarello Italy Nero Di Troia 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Briary, cedary and earthy nose. Classy palate with a dense core of red cherry fruit, mouth puckering tannins and acid backbone.

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Springton Hills Wines La Cosa Nostia Eden Valley Montepulciano 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

A cherry liqueur-like nose with a hint of menthol. The palate is earthy, spicy and plum-like.

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Kirrihill Clare Valley Tempranillo 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

Meaty aromas with some leathery notes developing. Classic chocolaty red fruit on the elegant and silky smooth palate.

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Bird in Hand Adelaide Hills Nero D’Avola 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Smells of brandied cherries with a peppermint-like palate. Shows quality fruit and good winemaking.

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Bird in Hand Adelaide Hills Montepulciano 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Oak dominated nose with a fresh berry lift. Nice dried prune, fig and cherry flavour combination.

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Bird in Hand Adelaide Hills Arneis 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Bright in colour, soft on the nose with gentle flavours and a long crisp finish.

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McGuigan The Shortlist Barossa Valley Montepulciano 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

A mixed berry bouquet with forest floor elements. Nicely rounded and balanced palate with powerful berry flavours. Great finish!

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Nepenthe Altitude Adelaide Hills Tempranillo 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Earthy berry bouquet; some mintiness evident. A lighter palate structure with bright fruit and sharp acidity.

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Hungerford Hill Wines HV Hunter Valley Fiano 2015

Posted: April 5, 2017

Pungent aromas with savoury elements and a lingering complexity of minerally flavours.

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