Quin Wines Pyrenees Nebbiolo 2021
Pretty and refined aromas to start – pure red cherry, rose petals and dried oregano in a lighter, fragrant style. Very much a Langhe style,
Pretty and refined aromas to start – pure red cherry, rose petals and dried oregano in a lighter, fragrant style. Very much a Langhe style,
This punchy Barossan Shiraz is a chameleon thanks to an initial burst of roasted meat and umami before diving into more traditional blackberry, chocolate and
This impressive young Chardonnay jumps out of the glass with incredible detail and subtlety. It opens a little shy, the grapefruit and pithy aromatics giving
Now that’s more like it with equal parts intrigue and power. Brooding savoury aromas of roast meats and soy sauce are lifted by violet and
This is a wine of the season from Hilltops in a distinctly Syrah style with more than a nod to the Northern Rhone Valley thanks
As for the previous two wines from Platinetti, fruit comes from the Ronco Maso vineyard. The difference here is the vines’ age: 55 years. Only old and
This in an intriguing wine, a blend of Hunter and Hilltops fruit, with plenty of detail but you have to go looking for it at
Opening Euphonium soon? Consider a decant or some swishes in the glass first. Or, open the bottle, leave it for a day – like I
Marble angels is a reference to Julius Henschke, artist and sculptor, whose work is included in Adelaide’s War Memorial. Marble angels were one of his
A meeting of parcels of old vine Shiraz (up to 70 years old) grown in the Eden Valley and the Barossa Valley. It’s a wonderful
This perfumed and subtle Nebbiolo expression has a distinct Langhe feel about it thanks to good complexity and approachability. Seamless red cherry, star anise, and
There is lovely charm and delicacy to be found in this 2023 Adelaide Hills Pinot Gris as it delivers musk and pear aromas with a
A very light-coloured rosé; more like a golden yellow with a gingery tinge than a rosé. White cherries, wild strawberries, crunchy red apples, cranberries. A
At first glance, it’s reminiscent of a textbook Margaret River Chardonnay: a medley of vanilla, fresh cream, melted butter, raw nuts, Golden Queen peach and
Lemon sherbet, mandarin peel, jasmine, mint granita. A textural Great Southern Riesling with that sherbet-like acidity and plenty of flesh on its bones. Yet, it’s
Mainly Merlot with some Cabernet Franc. Stylistically, it is a nod to France’s Beaujolais, a vibrant and fruity red with a bit of whole bunch,
Nebbiolo sparkling? Don’t mind if I do. Appearing like a rosé with bubbles, the vibrant nose presents red fruits and spice. There’s even some slight
Made with the three traditional grape varieties of Champagne but with some added Pinot Blanc, 60% of the base wine coming from the 2018, 2019
Tempranillo and Touriga appear to be thriving in Heathcote, and given the region’s continuing embrace of alternative varieties, that spells good things for wine lovers.
I honestly can’t get enough of Pinot/Syrah blends, particularly when they’re done in such a fun way as this wine and can go well either
A bright, dense, and uniquely Australian expression of Cabernet Franc. Ripe plum, dark cherry skin, black tea leaf, sage and leather with plenty of stuffing
This compelling 2021 single vineyard Pinot Noir is my favourite from the current releases which radiates with a strong savoury seam thanks to layers of
This expressive and approachable 2021 single vineyard Pinot Noir delivers an impressive array of aromas ranging from raspberry, cherry and wild strawberry through to more
This seamless 2022 Tasmanian Chardonnay delivers a more savoury expression with macadamia nut and nougat aromas with a faint smoky kick supported by a rich
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