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Question of the Day: What do you get with hand-selected New World Vineyards, Centuries Old wine-making know-how, and a great vintage?

Great wines at great prices and it is my pleasure to introduce you to … Los Vascos Cromas Wines – Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) Yes, you read correctly, Baron de Rothschild (Lafite) Chateau in Bordeaux purchased these vineyards in 1988 and introduced Centuries-old winemaking experience into Chile. The name ‘Los Vascos’ comes from “LesContinue reading “Question of the Day: What do you get with hand-selected New World Vineyards, Centuries Old wine-making know-how, and a great vintage?“

Terroirs du Vent ‘La Violette’ Viognier 2021 – An absolute delight!

Before you say anything, I know winter is closing in and it’s cold outside but this really is an awesome wine. It’s just arrived this week and one sip and I couldn’t say no! I’m sure you’ll agree. Brought to you by Jean Luc Colombo, his wife Anne, and their daughter Laure, now head winemakerContinue reading “Terroirs du Vent ‘La Violette’ Viognier 2021 – An absolute delight!“

Three Italians I Met This Week.

Question of the day: Is it even possible to get an elegant Italian Beauty that over delivers, rated 99pt from an excellent vintage for under $100? How about $65. Allow me to introduce you to … Castiglion Del Bosco Brunello Di Montalcino 2016. This 100% Sangiovese is sourced from the 42 hectare Capanna vineyard facingContinue reading “Three Italians I Met This Week.”

Two World Class Rieslings: One vineyard, One variety, One vision.

Pewsey Vale Winery are considered on the cutting edge of high-end Rieslings. Both are single vineyard, estate grown wines that are sourced from arguably the best location in Eden Valley gaining Organic certification in 2013. The site was originally planted in 1839 and was taken over in 1961 by Wyndham Hill-Smith who immediately rebirthed theContinue reading “Two World Class Rieslings: One vineyard, One variety, One vision.”

Three Masterpiece Offerings From Yalumba.

Yalumba Winery. A legacy founded in 1847 with a focus on sustainability allowing nature to take the lead pretty much sums up Yalumba. Samuel Smith, a British brewer started the legacy and 6 generations later it has achieved accolades and respect across the planet. The Menzies Estate comprises of 8 individual and unique vineyards, allContinue reading “Three Masterpiece Offerings From Yalumba.”

Giant Steps Single Vineyard Chardonnays- amazing! The Vineyard was named after John Coltrane’s classic jazz album.

On reflection, its more a New Australian leaning- these wines reflect the direction that higher end Chardonnays in Australia are headed. Those of you that know me, know that I love the Giant Steps wines. Everything they have released in the last few years have been spectacular reflecting the place, the quality of the vinesContinue reading “Giant Steps Single Vineyard Chardonnays- amazing! The Vineyard was named after John Coltrane’s classic jazz album.”

Penfolds St Henri Shiraz 2018- one of the best I’ve tasted!

There are few things I look forward to more than a release of the new vintage of St Henri- one of my all-time favorite wines and most definitely my favorite Penfolds wine. I’ve been fortunate to have tasted 20 plus vintages and its like sitting down with an old friend you haven’t seen for aContinue reading “Penfolds St Henri Shiraz 2018- one of the best I’ve tasted!“

The Biggest Mistake People Make

….. about Italian wines is they only focus on the classic Italian varietals. Nothing wrong with that if you don’t mind missing out on some great wines. I’m here too tell you that Italy makes great Cabernet and this is a wonderful example. With an understated label it’s easy to pass over this wine onContinue reading “The Biggest Mistake People Make”

Something Special From Italy

Fontanabianca Barbaresco 2019. Made from the Nebbiolo grape grown around the village of Nieve, in Piedmont and is part of “I Borghi più belli d’Italia” which translates to “the most beautiful villages of Italy”. It’s a group of small Italian villages of historical interest and well worth a visit if your every in the region.Continue reading “Something Special From Italy”

Another bottle Your Highness?

André & Michel Quenard Roussette De Savoie 2021 Technically it is called Altesse but it is most commonly referred to as Roussette with the origin of the name means Highness or Your Highness- reflecting its stately quality, texture, depth and finesse. This Roussette hails from the regions of Savoie and Bugey and is considered theContinue reading “Another bottle Your Highness?”