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.”

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.”

French Wine Classifications

I published this article a few years ago and have been asked several times in recent weeks to post it again … When I first decided to touch on the topic of French Wines, I thought it was a great idea and I slowly came to realize I’ve lost my mind. It is such anContinue reading “French Wine Classifications”

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 …”