We’ve all had a challenging 18 months and I think it’s time for a little R&R, Italian style, so pick your favorite chair and open one of these beauties and enjoy the day go by. Despite coming from different, but equally great producers, both these wines come from the Piedmont Region in North Western Italy.Continue reading “Time For a Little R&R- Italian Style.”
Tag Archives: Red Wines
Hugh Hamilton Wines- making wine since 1837.
The Hamilton family first planted vines in 1837 less than a year after Sth. Australia was established. Hugh, current 5th generation winemaker is most definitely the Black Sheep and Larrikin in the family history. With wine names like The Rascal, The Scallywag, The Ratbag and The Villain you don’t have a case to stand onContinue reading “Hugh Hamilton Wines- making wine since 1837.”
Piattelli Winery- Mendoza Magic.
Piattelli Torrontes 2020- ‘one of the nicest Torrontes I’ve tasted’ This is a beautiful high-altitude wine with impressive structure and elegance. Sourced from their vineyards in Cafayate ‘The Beautiful’ is renowned for its natural beauty is also one of the highest regions suitable for growing grapes in the world, situated at 5,600 feet. It isContinue reading “Piattelli Winery- Mendoza Magic.”
Pago Del Cielo ‘Celeste’ Tempranillo 2017- Wonderful Potential.
This has all the makings of a sensational wine, wonderful drinking now, with only 4 years under its belt. Its not only the aging potential (5 – 10 years) but it’s the long-term potential of this wine in the coming vintages to develop into something special. This is definitely one to keep a close eyeContinue reading “Pago Del Cielo ‘Celeste’ Tempranillo 2017- Wonderful Potential.”
Bet you haven’t tasted these two wines before …
Liguria di Levante Ciliegiolo 2019 The vineyard is located on the boarders between Liguria and Tuscany in small 3-hectare plots and about 3 miles from the ocean. With the seafaring city of Genoa as its capital and frequented by the Etruscan’s, they have been credited with starting wine growing in the region 1,000 years ago.Continue reading “Bet you haven’t tasted these two wines before …”
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”
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.”
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