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.”
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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”
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.”
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.”
One of my favorite grape varietals- one sip and you’ll agree!
Grape Varietal: Viognier Viognier is a delicious aromatic grape that varies in profile from region to region. It is a lost step child in the family, that barely registered in the radar 50 years ago. Its origins point back to Northern Rhone but there is some additional evidence that Croatia may be its birthplace- thisContinue reading “One of my favorite grape varietals- one sip and you’ll agree!”
From the Cellar …
How Long Can a Wine Age? This topic may appear from time to time and is more to give an indication (through reviews) to the age-old question, “how long will a bottle of wine age for”? I get asked that a lot in the course of my day and the answer is of course notContinue reading “From the Cellar …”
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