West Cape Howe Frankland and Perth Hills Tempranillo

The intensity of Perth Hills fruit (42%) builds a generous and succulent style of juicy dark berry fruits, supported by the tannin structure of Frankland River. There’s admirable black plum and black cherry fruit intensity here, underlined by dark chocolate French oak and finely structured tannins. A moreish bargain to enjoy young. $17 at Discount […]

West Cape Howe Hannah’s Hill Frankland Cabernet Merlot

Varietal definition, vibrant poise and characterful allure define an exceptionally well priced Great Southern cabernet merlot. Lovely perfume reminiscent of violets and roses introduces a crunchy palate of pristine red- and blackcurrants, underlined by great acid structure. Fine, mineral tannin texture melds seamlessly with enticing dark chocolate oak. $17 at Discount Wines and Nicks.

Moppity Vineyards Tumbarumba Chardonnay

From a mature, single vineyard, this is a refreshing and engaging chardonnay of excellent length and plenty of potential the cellar. True to this especially cool season, it’s a style of racy acidity, slicing through pristine grapefruit and white peach fruit. Oak is subtle and well balanced, lending texture and line more than flavour. $18 […]

Coriole Vineyards McLaren Vale Sangiovese

Coriole has spent almost 30 years pioneering sangiovese in Australia, and 2012 captures the varietal signature of this Italian variety as well as any I can remember. Its savoury and textural personality is epitomised in tangy red cherry and strawberry fruits, olive and tomato flavours, underlined by confident structure of firm, fine tannins, completed with […]

Mitolo 7th Son McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz

A brand new Mitolo of 56% grenache, predominantly from 75 year-old Blewitt Springs bush vines. It’s a wine of voluptuous, juicy, impeccable black cherry and black plum fruit, layered with liquorice, mixed spice and finely textured tannin structure. Bright, fruity and dripping with appeal, this blend showcases grand old vine fruit, framed sensitively in aged […]

Seville Estate Yarra Valley Reserve Chardonnay

If any evidence was required that this historic estate holds a lofty position among the Yarra greats, this magnificent release is certainly it. Wonderfully focused purity of pristine lemon, white peach and vanilla meet eminently honed and lively malic acidity. Wild fermentation in 30% new French oak barrels supports and propels its fruit without distracting […]

Bollinger R.D. Extra Brut

Marking the 50th anniversary of R.D. (‘recently disgorged’), R.D. 2002 is a rerelease of Bollinger’s magnificent and enduring La Grande AnnĂ©e 2002, a detail that the house is keen to downplay. An extra few years on lees and half the dosage offer even greater focus and precision on the finish. The streamlined energy, shimmering minerality […]