Posted: July 4, 2018
“The quintessential cabernet”, said one judge. Lovely aged cassis, tobacco and leathery aromas and a very generous savoury fruit palate with vibrant acidity and fine tannins.
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Posted: July 4, 2018
Delightful aromas of blackcurrants, tobacco, violets and some leathery notes. Lovely fruit intensity on the palate with excellent acid/tannin engagement. 3-5
Comments Off on Boat O’ Craigo Braveheart Yarra Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Very perfumed jubey fruit aromas with violet notes. Drying tannic palate shows dark fruits and some herbal elements.
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Posted: July 4, 2018
Slightly porty and “moody” bouquet. A richness and freshness of juicy blueberry and mulberry fruit flavours with hints of licorice and supple tannins. Needs food.
Comments Off on Terra Felix Yarra Valley Shiraz 2015 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
An elegant, somewhat dry, style with upfront oaky aromas and a nicely develping fruit palate with a good tannic lift.
Comments Off on Seville Estate Estate Yarra Valley Shiraz 2015 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Aromatic complexity of chocolate, stewed rhubarb and vanilla. Oak more expressive on the palate with nicely integrated dark fruit flavours.
Comments Off on Allinda Limited Release Yarra Valley Syrah 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Youthful dark berry bouquet with subtle oak spiciness. Lovely concentration of varietal fruit flavours with well integrated and elegant tannins with great line of acid. 5+
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Posted: July 4, 2018
Smells like a plum pudding with a big chocolaty palate laced with dark fruits, Christmas spices and crunchy tannins.
Comments Off on Boat O’ Craigo Reserve Noble Series The First Duke Yarra Valley Shiraz 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Almost black in colour with a complex nose of fresh licorice, blueberries and meaty nuances. Generous palate rich with ripe fruit flavours, dark chocolate and aniseed. 3-5
Comments Off on Allinda Limited Release Yarra Valley Syrah 2017 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Interesting aromas; a brooding mix of dark fruits, licorice and some meatiness. Palate is a juicy blend of flavours with lively acid.
Comments Off on Rob Dolan Black Label Four + One Yarra Valley Red Blend 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Oak spiciness to the nose with intriguing ripe fruit characters. Palate is rich, juicy and jammy.
Comments Off on Yarravale Reserve Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2015 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Herbal bouquet with dark cherries and plums pushing through; opens up to sweet spices. Palate is big, savoury and dry with generous fruit richness.
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Posted: July 4, 2018
More of a whole bunch style with restrained perfumed nose and hints of violets and redcurrant jelly and an aniseed and rhubarb-like palate with stalky tannins. 3-5
Comments Off on Bass River 1835 Gippsland Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Spicy oak nose with hints of red currant fruit and sweet spices. The palate is savoury and varietal with fine tannins and fresh acid.
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Posted: July 4, 2018
Quite a perfumed cherry/plum nose with hints of fresh leather. Soft and velvety in the mouth with lots of confectionery pinot fruit and a lovely acid backbone. Very more-ish. 5+
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Posted: July 4, 2018
Interesting aromas; slightly perfumed with some violets and some Bergamot. Generous tannins support brooding licorice/raspberry flavours. 3-5
Comments Off on Boat O’ Craigo Black Spur Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2017 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
A brooding bouquet of dark cherries and plums coupled with herbs of oregano and thyme. The fine velvety tannins support the vibrant pinot fruit flavours. Great level of acidity 3-5
Comments Off on Seville Estate Sewn Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2017 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Hints of cola on the dark berry nose and herbal-like flavours with a savoury mid-palate. 3-5
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Posted: July 4, 2018
Some stalky aromas with rhubarb and plums and Chinese spices. The palate is dominated by savoury/herbal characters with lovely spicy/chocolaty raspberry flavours.
Comments Off on Rob Dolan White Label Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2017 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Brooding nose with classic pinot aromas of macerated strawberries and a touch of chocolate. Elegant palate with meaty/gamey flavours. 3-5
Comments Off on Santolin Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Aromas of blueberries and rose petals with some sweet spices. Beautifully balanced strawberries and cream palate with good line of acid.
Comments Off on Seville Estate Sewn Yarra Valley Rosé 2017 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
A leaner style – tight and racy with subdued citrus aromas but a more expressive red and green apple palate.
Comments Off on Seville Estate Estate Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Seductive aromas; buttery and zesty. Beautiful pure varietal palate with judicious use of oak and lovely acid drive to carry it all.
Comments Off on Boat O’ Craigo Reserve Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Tropical fruit salad-like aromas and flavours with subtle oak spiciness and hints of sweetness.
Comments Off on Kings Of Kangaroo Ground Hilda May Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Simple, slightly green, varietal fruit characters with plenty of acidity. Drink now style.
Comments Off on Tarrawarra Estate Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Golden wine with intense ripe stonefruit bouquet and tropical touches. The palate is rich and generous with an oily mouthfeel and lovely flavours.
Comments Off on Scotchmans Hill Bellarine Peninsula Chardonnay 2016 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Upfront buttery oaky aromas with a dry, savoury palate and elegant line of acid.
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Posted: July 4, 2018
Minerally characters on the nose with a lovely varietal profile of citrus and subtle spices as it opens up in the glass. The elegant, pristine palate is loaded with stonefruit flavours.
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Posted: July 4, 2018
Deeply coloured wine smelling of pineapples, almond meal and spices. The creamy textured palate has beautiful purity of fruit flavours with phenolic grip adding complexity.
Comments Off on Boat O’ Craigo Black Spur Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2017 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Restrained nutty nose with hints of citrus and minerally notes. A tightly woven palate tasting of nectarines and apricots and subtle green apple and citrus notes.
Comments Off on Rob Dolan White Label Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2017 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Dry, vibrant and very varietal with classic rose petal and lychee aromas and oily mouthfeel with lovely spicy fruit flavours.
Comments Off on Boat O’ Craigo Black Spur Yarra Valley Gewurztraminer 2017 / 0 View / July 4, 2018
Posted: July 4, 2018
Fruity bouquet with subtle spiciness. Crisp acid palate with flavours reminiscent of bruised apples. Warming finish.
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