Magarey Lane Glenroy Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
The Glenroy vineyard is in northern Coonawarra on the famed Terra Rossa soil of the region. Even at 9 years of age this wine pours
The Glenroy vineyard is in northern Coonawarra on the famed Terra Rossa soil of the region. Even at 9 years of age this wine pours
This is a cracking wine sourced from the Barossa. The concentration and power of the fruit has meant a decent hit of oak has been
When it’s good, Coonawarra Cabernet is hard to beat. Typically, stylish and elegant wine displaying that perfect fruit, oak and tannin integration to create a
A classy and super expressive Shiraz from Coonawarra. Bright and vibrant red fruit emerges on the nose. There’s bounce and punch here in a superbly
The cooler climes of Coonawarra suit this variety in good years. This one has turned out rather well. It’s medium bodied with bright red fruit
A generously proportioned yet stylish Shiraz from the Limestone Coast. Although it’s a mix of French and American oak, it’s the American oak which tends
Smooth and elegant Limestone Coast Cabernet. A burst of red berry and subtle blackcurrant emerges from the nose immediately. Then into the palate the sumptuous
Merlot is not a common choice for Rosé, but there seems no reason it shouldn’t be. Certainly works here with this Clare Valley gem. A
For me, this more recent vintage is a step up in the Rosé stakes, but personal preference will decide. Both this and the ’21 are
The three vineyards used for this thoroughly enjoyable Shiraz hail from Auburn (two) with the final component from the legendary Armagh sub-region. Maturation was in
It is always an intriguing argument. Does the Clare Valley do better Cabernet or Shiraz? Needless to say, opinions vary considerably on this. Personally, both
The colour here is a deep blood red. Another fine Clare Valley Cabernet with this example showing some red fruit notes along with the more
A single vineyard Malbec, from the Bass Hill Vineyard, this shows another side of the Clare Valley. It is fast forging a reputation as a
The fruit for this classic Clare Shiraz hails from the estate’s block in the Armagh sub-region. Maturation was in French oak, 50% new. Deep, dark
Another very fine example of Clare Valley Mataro. Purple/maroon in colour, the nose gives us spices, bay leaves, dry herbs, blackcurrants, plums, coffee grinds and
The Bass Hill Vineyard provides the fruit for many of the team’s top wines, both those which are straight varietals and those which are blends.
Varietal Mataro rarely seems to be more than an occasional cameo to round out a portfolio. This one is most definitely deserving of a much
Another very fine Riesling from the 2023 vintage out of the Clare Valley. This is a pale lemon hue, with aromas of limes, spices, citrus
A plump, plush red that reflects a very dry, low yielding vintage in the Clare Valley. Big tastes live here. Charcuterie, baked earth, black fruits,
A single vineyard blend of two of the Clare Valley’s strengths, Shiraz and Mataro – aka Mourvèdre. They bring an inherent fruit sweetness and ripeness
An old school kind of Clare Valley Shiraz, sweet fruited and generous, bringing a lot of everything to the glass. Black fruits roam the length
A big and bold expression but also fresh and spicy and carried through with sensitive winemaking on display. Earth, autumnal, black cherry, blueberry, sage and
Fermentation for this most authentic Pinot Grigio is all in stainless steel, to retain freshness. The grapes were sourced from the more elevated sites which
Good clean, crisp, chilled Soave is an ideal wine for an Aussie summer. The better examples are fresh and simply brimming with flavour – this
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