Wills Domain Rosé 2023
The grapes used for this fresh and energetic Rosé hail largely from vineyards in the southern parts of Margaret River. The colour is the very
The grapes used for this fresh and energetic Rosé hail largely from vineyards in the southern parts of Margaret River. The colour is the very
Sweet black berries rise from the glass followed by red fruits, aniseed and a whisper of woodsy oak before a rush of Aussie bush scents
Black Label is often referred to as a classic Aussie Cabernet. In part, that has to do with longevity – the 2022 release marks its
A rainy day in Coonawarra with the concentrated scent of the Australian bush heavy in the air. That’s the aroma that greets the drinker –
There’s attention to detail aplenty here. The wild, savoury notes and dusty leather and earth all joined to a core of dark red fruits and
One of the picks of the 2021 vintage releases, Messenger comes from The Messenger vineyard located at the southern end of Coonawarra’s famous terra rossa
Michael serves to remind us that while Coonawarra Cabernet might rule in the marketplace, the region is also mighty good when it comes to Shiraz.
Gotta love a wine that unfolds slowly over time, what you first sniff and taste is subtly different to what you sniff and taste an
This is a blend of 45% Grenache, 30% Cinsault, 20% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre. A limpid pale salmon colour does a nice job of inducing
If the test of a good wine is whether you keep the bottle to drink after tasting and writing a review, then, I passed the
This vintage of Olmo’s Reward is all about the power and the poetry of Cabernet Franc (90%). Indeed, it is the highest proportion of Cab
If Isolation Ridge is a melt-in-your-mouth kind of Riesling, Smith Cullam is all racy, ceaseless energy in the glass. It offers quite the contrast, even
By any measure – aroma, flavour, structure, length and complexity – this is a stunning Riesling. And that vibrant, pulsing acidity offers a winemaking Masterclass
This is the prestige Shiraz from the team’s top vineyards in the Barossa. Under cork and with the heavy bottle – who knows how long
Sourced from a number of growers across the Barossa Valley, the colour offers a deep purple hue. Notes of cassis, beef stock, spices, blueberries and
An attractive blend of Barossa Valley Mataro and Cinsaut – all very Provencal – destemmed and pressed with the aim of keeping the colour to
A wine that excels in better years and in this case it has really delivered the goods. An exceptional wine displaying richness and depth on
Vineyards on this long straight road through Coonawarra have consistently turned out a distinctive fresh and vibrant style. This is one of the best I
As soon as you put your nose close to this wonderful single vineyard Cabernet you know you are in the heady zone of Coonawarra. The
I’m always buoyed when I see this classically Australian combination used in the best red wines. Interestingly in this year, both the Shiraz and Cabernet
This is the 67th vintage of this famous Australian wine first made in 1954, sourced from the best fruit of the Terra Rosa strip through
A wine that is only made in the better vintages although it has made more regular appearances in recent years, thanks to the combination of
One of the best vintages in Coonawarra for many years. Little wonder this release of the John Riddoch is one of the best since the
Martinborough might be best known for its superb Pinots, but there are many excellent Chardonnays found here as well. Recent years have also seen some
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