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Soul Growers Equilibrium Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2021

Posted: March 7, 2023

Nice blue fruit characters with chocolaty oak and chewy fleshy tannins.

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Yalumba Samuel’s Collection Barossa Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2019

Posted: March 7, 2023

Lifted spicy aromas of raspberries and licorice and attractive raspberry/glacé cherry flavours.

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BVWC Gravel Track Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2020

Posted: March 7, 2023

Dark brooding aromas of plums and licorice with juicy stewed rhubarb-like flavours and caramel sweetness.

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Schwarz Wine Co. The Grower Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2021

Posted: September 3, 2022

Toasty oak influence on the dark cherry nose with a firm primary fruit palate.

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Monteperle Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2018

Posted: September 3, 2022

A rich complexity of dried fruit aromas and big ripe flavours layered with aged characters. At its peak.

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Shanahans The Barking Dog Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2020

Posted: April 14, 2022

Aromatic compote of figs, blueberries and blossoms. The palate is crunchy and juicy with blue fruits balanced by the acid.

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Z Wine [ROMAN) Old Vine Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2021

Posted: April 14, 2022

“A very smart wine!” It is a complexity of licorice, spices, raspberries and cherries. Good tannins.

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RedHeads Princess of Thieves Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2020

Posted: December 2, 2021

Attractive aromatics, soft and nicely rounded in the mouth with flavoursome integration of fruit and oak.

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Gomersal Barossa Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2017

Posted: December 2, 2021

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Savitas Wines Incygnes Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2018

Posted: December 2, 2021

Good concentration of dark fruits on both the shy nose and nicely layered palate.

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Schwarz Wine Company The Grower GSM Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2019

Posted: December 2, 2021

Very perfumed candy sweet fruit nose with flavours of strawberries and blackberries and layered with soft tannins.

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Kalleske Clarry’s (ACO) Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2019

Posted: November 30, 2021

A lovely dark red wine with purple highlights. Nose is an intense complexity of sweet perfumed fruit and spicy notes. Palate is a delightful balance of fruit, oak, tannins and acid.

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Arakoon Full Bodied Red McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2017

Posted: April 24, 2020

A soft sweet style with developing leathery prune elements softened by the tannins.

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Three Hills GSM Margaret River Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2018

Posted: April 24, 2020

Lovely lifted red fruit characters lift off the nose and the stylish palate is soft and subtle in the mouth with great depth of fruit driven flavours.

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Rusty Mutt Rocky Ox McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2018

Posted: April 8, 2020

Lovely complexity to the nose with secondary notes developing. Big up-front chocolate, raspberry and plum flavours with gentle oak holding it together.

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Schwarz Wine Co. GSM Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2018

Posted: April 8, 2020

The vibrant nose is stalky, floral and perfumed with lovely rich up-front strawberry based flavours balanced by herbal complexity. Drinking well now.

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Château Tanunda Chorus Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2018

Posted: April 8, 2020

Smells of candied apples and raspberry lollies with juicy sweet vibrant varietal fruit flavours. Drinking well now.

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Rosenvale Vineyards GSM Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2017

Posted: April 8, 2020

Spicy red fruit bouquet and beetroot/red fruit palate. Good acid and tannins

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Dewey Station Wines Venus Express Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2018

Posted: April 8, 2020

Bramble fruit with stalky complexity and mouth-filling flavours of black fruits of the forest on a perfectly structured palate.

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Kalleske Wines Clarry’s Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2019

Posted: April 8, 2020

A lovely sweetness of red and black fruit aromas and flavours with some “stunning” tannins!

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Bethany Wines First Village GSM Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2017

Posted: April 8, 2020

Lovely depth of purple tones with fragrant lifted fruit aromas and a dash of pepper. Elegant medium bodied palate with good length of spicy peppery fruit flavours.

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Krondorf ‘The Growers’ Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2017

Posted: April 8, 2020

Aromas of red fruits and black tea with attractive sweet and sour fruit flavours.

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Barossa Boy Little Tacker Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2017

Posted: April 8, 2020

Pretty floral bouquet and well balanced palate. Tasting of Turkish Delight, rose petals and strawberries with nice spiciness.

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Cat Amongst The Pigeons Barossa Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2018

Posted: September 4, 2019

“A pretty, youthful crowd pleaser,” according to one judge. It’s a refreshing lifted and lingering amalgam of blue fruits, violets, chocolate and spices.

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Nietschke Harry Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2017

Posted: July 3, 2019

“Ace wine!” declared one judge. A lovely blend. The nose is all earthy and savoury with a peppery lift. Juicy in the mouth with great integration of earthy plum, pepper and savoury flavours. $21

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Kalleske Clarry’s Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2018

Posted: July 3, 2019

A harmonious bright berry blend. Rich, complex and fruity red berry nose and a juicy palate with lots going on. Beautifully orchestrated mix of red and black berry flavours.

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Arakoon Full Bodied Red McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2017

Posted: May 1, 2019

Brooding chocolaty bouquet with a herbal berry fruit lift and a powerful, chunky, palate with sweet ripe berry and muscaty flavours and powerful but soft tannins. 5+

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Murray Street Vineyard Red Label Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2017

Posted: March 7, 2019

Good intensity of sweet raspberry-like fruit characters on both nose and palate. Great ‘drinkability’!

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Schwarz Wine Co. Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2017

Posted: March 7, 2019

Lovely primary fruit aromas and a complex balance between sweet and savoury flavours.

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Kalleske Wines Clarrys Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2018

Posted: March 7, 2019

Easy drinking style with its fresh earthy raspberry fruit, some spiciness and the acid giving focus.

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McGuigan Shortlist Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2016

Posted: March 7, 2019

Attractive toasty, savoury, meaty aromas and good raspberry fruit length to the palate with nice fleshy tannins. 3-5

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Claymore Wines You’ll Never Walk Alone Clare Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2016

Posted: July 4, 2018

Lovely red/purple hues with a “Cherry Ripe”-like nose and excellent balance of vibrant spicy red fruit flavours with a warm finish.

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Rusty Bike The Penny Farthing McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2016

Posted: May 2, 2018

Candied raspberry/cherry nose with generous gamey/wild berry flavours well balanced by the oak with warming alcohol finish. 5+

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Vinrock McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2016

Posted: March 2, 2018

A complex bouquet that’s a concentration of blackcurrant and black strap licorice. The robust weighty palate is all chocolate, pastilles and blackcurrants with balancing oak.

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Shanahans The Barking Dog Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2015

Posted: March 2, 2018

Aromas of cherries and plums with pleasant sweet and simple fruit flavours.

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Orlando St Hugo Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2015

Posted: March 2, 2018

Simple lifted cherry nose and a solid, even fruit palate; some savoury notes.

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Z Wine Roman Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2016

Posted: March 2, 2018

A classic Barossa GSM – a beautiful drink. Sweet and oaky on the nose and rich and flavoursome palate with juicy fruit flavours.

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Barossa Boy Little Tacker Barossa Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2016

Posted: March 2, 2018

A very dry tannic wine, nicely structured with plenty of length and attractive dark plum fruit characters.

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Chateau Yaldara Reserve Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2015

Posted: November 9, 2017

Mature sweet berry bouquet and a simple flavoursome palate. Very easy to drink!

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Claymore Wines You’ll Never Walk Alone Clare Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2016

Posted: September 6, 2017

Great ripe fruit basket of a nose layered with licorice characters. Silky smooth in the mouth with lovely expression of rich jammy fruit flavours with velvety tannin finish.

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Rusty Bike The Penny Farthing McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2015

Posted: June 29, 2017

Powerful licorice characters on the nose and well integrated spicy fruit/smoky oak flavours. 3-5

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Vinrock McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2013

Posted: June 15, 2017

Spicy, complex and nicely layered with spicy black fruits and chalky tannins.

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Vinrock McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2013

Posted: June 9, 2017

Chocolaty bouquet layered with plums and spices. Round opulent palate full of sweet fruit with a chocolaty edge.

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Terra Mia McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2013

Posted: June 9, 2017

A youthful wine; fruit quality and use of oak in perfect balance. Floral notes to the nose and lovely spice on back palate.

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Z Wine Roman Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2014

Posted: April 5, 2017

Vibrant crimson colour with velvety fruit aromas and excellent depth of sweet berry flavours.

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Vinrock McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2014

Posted: April 4, 2017

Jubey blue fruit aromas; nice lavender and spice notes. A well textured palate shows fleshy fruit flavours with good tannins.

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Bayliss Road Willunga McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2015

Posted: April 4, 2017

Spicy and meaty on the nose with hints of mint. Very fleshy sweet cherry palate, some drying tannins and a long spicy finish.

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