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Hess Winery- ‘Allomi’ Cabernet 2018- a pleasure to drink.

The Hess family originated in Switzerland but it was Donald Hess who came to California in the early 197o’s and fell in love with Napa and more specifically Mt. Veeder. He defied ‘conventional wisdom’ and established a winery (and an art gallery) above the valley floor and is now run by Fifth Generation Tim andContinue reading “Hess Winery- ‘Allomi’ Cabernet 2018- a pleasure to drink.”

Wakefield Wines- Clare Valley.

Is actually Taylors Winery originally established in 1969 by Bill Taylor who was a Pub owner and Wine Merchant in Sydney who sold what could have been the first ‘private label’ in Australia- Chateau Clare. Their association with the Clare Valley Co-operative to produce the Chateau Clare wine dates back to the 1950’s exhibiting greatContinue reading “Wakefield Wines- Clare Valley.”

Napanook Proprietary Red Wine 2016. – A ‘second wine’ from Dominus.

The name may not ring any bells for the uninitiated but this wonderful Red Blend is the ‘second’ wine from none other than Dominus Vineyards. A winery long considered by many to be one of the finest in Napa, the vineyard was the basis for a partnership in 1981 and eventually purchased outright by ChristianContinue reading “Napanook Proprietary Red Wine 2016. – A ‘second wine’ from Dominus.”

Credaro 5 Tales Wines- More Joy from Margaret River

The family’s Italian roots are evident in the style of all the wines but they are most definitely new world and most definitely Margaret River. This is the oldest family-owned Winery in the Margaret River region with 5 different vineyard sites mostly situated in the South Western part of Margaret River. 5 Tales Chardonnay 2018Continue reading “Credaro 5 Tales Wines- More Joy from Margaret River”

Napanook Proprietary Red Wine 2016.

Torbreck Cuvée Juveniles 2017 … Reveals unoaked Freshness with loads of appeal. This is your summer red.

This blend of 61% Grenache, 28% Mataro (Mourvedre) and 11% Shiraz has Barossa stamped all over it whilst, at the same time inspired by the wines of Frances Cote du Rhone region. More commonly referred to as a GMS this medium bodied wine is sourced from 40–150-year-old vines from various vineyards in and around Barossa. Continue reading “Torbreck Cuvée Juveniles 2017 … Reveals unoaked Freshness with loads of appeal. This is your summer red.”

Two Hands Ares Shiraz 2015- Something Special.

This exceptional Shiraz is sourced from some of the very best parcels from Barossa. The nose is both enticing and complex with layers of blackberries, licorice and spices with just a hint of floral, all working together to raise your level of anticipation. Big, bold and expansive on the palate yet smooth and approachable withoutContinue reading “Two Hands Ares Shiraz 2015- Something Special.”

Rowen Wine Co. Red Blend 2017 – high altitude fruit reveals style and finesse.

The Cooley Ranch covers over 19,000 acres and is one of the largest single holdings in Sanoma dating back to the early 20th cent and is owned and run by the same family for five generations. It wasn’t until 2010, after seven years of site research and selection, in a joint venture with the RodneyContinue reading “Rowen Wine Co. Red Blend 2017 – high altitude fruit reveals style and finesse.”

Hickinbotham Winery McLaren Vale.

These are some of the best wines from one of the prettiest spots in South Australia. Visit the website to see some awesome content. “The Hickinbotham Vineyard sits in an oasis-like setting at the top of a long ridgeline that traces the northern end of the McLaren Vale wine region, just above the township ofContinue reading “Hickinbotham Winery McLaren Vale.”

Yalumba ‘The Caley’ 2015 – something quite extraordinary.

Let me start by saying that the Cabernet and Shiraz blend is quintessentially Australian. First appearing in the mid-19th Century and revived and constantly improved from the 1970’s onwards, this is only the fourth release and is so beautifully balanced- everything is in the right place, exactly where it should be. Exceptional elegance and finesse.Continue reading “Yalumba ‘The Caley’ 2015 – something quite extraordinary.”