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- Vedrenne Liqueur de Violette (Violet) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenABV: 18%
Not to be confused with 'Parfait Amour', which looks similar but offers a more citrusy and vanilla-heavy profile, Crème de Violette is, as the name suggests, more floral, a consequence of its primary ingredient being violet flowers. It's most famous as a core ingredient in the classic Aviation cocktail, where it provides a subtle floral note and signature sky-blue or lavender colour. 18% Alc./Vol.
- Vedrenne Liqueur de Cacao Blanc (White Cocoa) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$56. 99Bottle$683.88 DozenABV: 25%
Crème de Cacao is manufactured by maceration or percolation of cacao (cocoa) beans followed by distillation and sweetening. As with coffee, the best results are obtained by blending beans from different areas. Bartender's often prefer the clear version (as opposed to the brown) because it adds a chocolate flavour without discolouring the drink (think white Brandy Alexanders, Grasshoppers and Chocolate Negronis). 25% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... Scent : Pure, fragrant, warm notes of lightly roasted cocoa beans. Taste : Elegant, flavourful, round, sweet notes of dark cocoa.
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Ron Santiago De Cuba Carta Blanca Rum (700ml)CUBAReduced from $69.99$44. 99Bottle$539.88 DozenABV: 38%Until now, the Cuban rum category in Australia has been limited to Havana Club. Santiago de Cuba breaks the drought with three new lines. Named after the city of Santiago and boasting over 160 years of distilling experience, Cuba Ron's rum making tradition is unrivalled on the island. Their portfolio starts with the Carta Blanca, a three year old spirit intended primarily as a mixer, offering a balance of a light sweetness with a dry finish. 38% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... A typically characterful Cuban light rum with pleasing grassy, vanilla and leathery notes. 4.5 stars - diffordsguide.com
...Despite the plus points to this rum I still feel that overall it is all just a little bit to light and to clean. The only real evidence of “rum” comes in the finish which is slightly leathery with a note of tobacco. I really enjoy more fruity white rums such as Chairman’s Reserve White Label and Appleton Special. This is probably handy for a bartender needing a more easy going rum. From my perspective though it is very average. 2 Stars - thefatrumpirate.com
Try it in a Daiquiri:
DESCRIPTION: Cuba is seen as the home of many classic cocktails and none are more famous than the Daiquiri - best made with Ron Santiago de Cuba Carta Blanca!
INGREDIENTS:
60ml Ron Santiago de Cuba Carta Blanca
30ml lime juice
30ml sugar syrupMETHOD: In a shaker add in all of the ingredients and then fill with as much ice as possible. Shake until shaker has chilled.
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Ron Santiago De Cuba 11 Year Old Anejo Rum (700ml)CUBAReduced from $124.99$84. 99Bottle$1019.88 DozenABV: 40%A big age statement for Cuban Rum, Ron Santiago's Extra Añejo 11 year old blends the sweetness of sugarcane molasses grown in the Oriente province in the South East of the island with the skillful touch of the Maestros del Ron Cubano. Aged in white oak, there's a nice balance of mature notes including estery tropical fruits, coconut, delicate vanilla and almond, with the sweetness perfectly balanced by moderate spices. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... If you are looking to explore the “lighter” side of rum. I would recommend this as a sipper. It’s quite easy going but at the same time has enough going on to remain interesting. The balance of this rum is really good... Sure this works great in things like an Old Fashioned but I think its best enjoyed on its own. 4 stars - the fatrumpirate.com
Try it in a Cuban Crown:
DESCRIPTION: This organic twist on the Daiquiri uses honey to balance the sharp lime with a hint of salt to season. This provides a cocktail with lasting depth.
INGREDIENTS:
60ml Ron Santiago de Cuba Extra Añejo 11 years old
45ml salted honey syrup (2:1)
20ml lime juiceMETHOD: To make the salted honey syrup combine 2 parts honey to one-part warm water and add a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined. Then shake all of the ingredients over ice and strain into a chilled coupette glass.
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Ron Santiago De Cuba 8 Year Old Anejo Rum (700ml)CUBAReduced from $79.99$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenABV: 40%Every bottle of Ron Santiago de Cuba is certified by the DOP (Denominación de Origen Protegida) meaning production, bottling and 100% of the sugarcane is from Cuba. It also means the minimum age of any liquid found in the Anejo is 8 years old, with older material included. This lighter styled Cuban classic is made for mixing, but equally enjoyable over ice where you'll savour its aged notes of honey, vanilla and coffee. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Dry oak tannins, cinnamon and peppery spice are mellowed by toffee, sugar cane and honey sweetness with vanilla with cacao and citrusy passionfruit. 4.5 stars - diffordsguide.com
Try it in a Spritz:
INGREDIENTS:
50ml Ron Santiago de Cuba Añejo 8 years old
20ml fresh squeezed lime juice
40ml salted honey syrupMETHOD: Fill with ice and top with soda. Garnish with a squeezed half lime. *Make the honey syrup: Mix equal parts hot water and honey. Add a pinch of salt, stir until combined. Let cool.
- Vedrenne Liqueur de Menthe Verte (Green Mint) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenABV: 18%
The highly aromatic and menthol-rich Menthe Mitcham variety of peppermint is used for this emerald green liqueur. It makes a premium base for cocktails like Grasshoppers and Mint Smashes. 18% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... Scent : Very fresh, powerful mint with a hint of chlorophyll. Taste : Authentic freshly-cut mint flavour with a peppery finish.
- Vedrenne Creme de Chataigne (Chestnut) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenABV: 18%
Made from an infusion of Cantal chestnuts - a cooperative with a collection of more than 20 historic chestnuts. Included in this liqueur are the rich Savoye, Verdale and Paquette varieties. It makes a versatile ingredient that adds a warm, nutty, and slightly smoky profile to both drinks and desserts, pairing perfectly with coffee and dark spirits. Add a splash to vodka, espresso and coffee liqueur for an elevated, nutty caffeine kick. 18% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... Scent : Chestnuts with lightly roasted notes of vanilla. Taste : Round, flavourful vanilla-marron iced.
- Vedrenne Liqueur de Caramela (Caramel) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$46. 99Bottle$563.88 DozenABV: 15%
Vedrenne's caramel liqueur can be enjoyed straight over ice, used to spike hot beverages like coffee and hot chocolate, or incorporated into decadent dessert recipes like boozy milkshakes, tiramisu and ice cream. Use it as a key ingredient in cocktails like the Gingerbread Old Fashioned, the Caramel Manhattan, the Toffee Apple and the Buttercup. 15% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... Color: Clear, bright amber. Scent : Lovely hints of vanilla, sweet almonds and brown sugar. Taste : Smooth, generous, balanced with a woody vanilla finish.
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2025 Hoddles Creek Estate ChardonnayYarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$23. 99Bottle$287.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2026-2031)ABV: 13.2%Closure: StelvinIntensely flavoured and generously shaped with a long fresh, enveloping finish.
Brilliant pale straw colour with green highlighted edges and a watery hue. Refined yet pronounced aromas of white peach, nectarine and dried honey sail through the olfactory senses mixing with some biscuity nougat, faint cashew and gentle spice notes along the way. Mid weighted, the palate displays impressive textural flesh and intensity with generous pear, white peach and nectarine fruits seamlessly integrated with a dried honey, citrusy nougat, biscuity oak, cashew and subtle mineral back drop. Fresh acidity provides wonderful freshness across the long enveloping yet harmonious finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13.2%Other Reviews...
It smells of pears and oyster shells; it tastes of nectarines, grapefruit, cedar-spice and mineral; it finishes with such an emphatic burst of fruit that its quality feels instantly upgraded. How or why this wine is only $26 I do not know. This release will need a bit of time in the bottle to eally blossom but the power, structure, length and indeed X-factor place it in rare air once again. Drink 2028-2035+.
94 points
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2024 Gergenti Grillo SiciliaSicily, ITALY$27. 99Bottle$335.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2026-2028)ABV: 12.5%Closure: Synthetic CorkA dry, refreshing Grillo with plenty of zest and salinity.
Bright straw colour with a watery hue. Pear, red apple skin and lime aromas intermix with Mediterranean herb and saline like notes. Pear and red apple fruits are underscored by zingy, saline laced acidity with some fresh Mediterranean herb infusions and lime also chiming in. Finishes dry and refreshing with plenty of zest and salinity.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 12.5% -
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2022 Tait Basket Pressed Old Vines ShirazBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2026-2032)ABV: 15.5%Closure: StelvinIncredibly rich, dense and concentrated with a long, thick, weighty finish.
Impenetrable inky black heart with an equally deep dark red black hue. Decadently scented, the nose offers up potent scents of dark plum, liquorice and mocha followed by vanillin oak, subtle earthy dark chocolate and spice notes. Incredibly rich, dense and concentrated, the palate is saturated in a tidal wave of dark plum, liquorice and dark chocolate fruits backed by a firm yet integrated tannin structure. Vanillin oak, earthy mocha and spice elements also chime in. Lavish and opulently textured, it finishes long, thick and weighty.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 15.5% -
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2021 Domaine de la Mordoree La Reine des Bois LiracLirac, Southern Rhone, FRANCE$89. 99Bottle$1079.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2026-2032)ABV: 14.5%Closure: Diam CorkRich, lush dark to black fruit with an underlying freshness, chewy tannins and a relatively refined finish.
A blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre. Dense midnight black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Intoxicating aromas of black raspberry, black cherry and liquorice engulf the nostrils followed by some herbs du Provence, scorched earth and pepper notes. Rich, lush dark to black raspberry and liquorice fruits flow seamlessly across the palate with scorched earth, herbs du Provence and peppered meats forming the back drop. Good underlying freshness with solidly built tannins lending a chewy feel. The generous yet relatively refined finish showing good tension.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 14.5% -
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2024 Terre Forti SangioveseITALY$19. 99Bottle$239.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2026-2028)ABV: 12.5%Closure: StelvinJuicy and plump with morello cherry and plum fruits backed by mildly chewy tannins.
Dark red core with black shaded edges and a dark red hue. Dark cherry and ripe plum scents greet the nostrils with some liquorice, earth, dried herb and vanillin spice notes also evident. Juicy morello cherry and plum fruits carry a plump mouth feel with vanillin spice, earthy incense and dried herb characters sitting in the background. Mildly chewy tannins with a fruity, mid length conclusion.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 12.5% -
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2025 Chrismont Pinot Grigio$24. 99Bottle$299.88 DozenWell rounded yet refreshing with delicious pear and green to red apple fruits.
Brilliant water like colour with a faint greenish tinge around the outskirts. Pear and red apple scents jump out of the glass trailed by some musk, quince and spice notes. Delicious pear and green to red apple fruits have a slippery textural feel with notions of musk and spicy quince the undercard. Brisk acidity with a well rounded yet refreshing finish.
Drink over the next year.Alc. 12.5%
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2025 Bannockburn ChardonnayGeelong, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$69. 99Bottle$839.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2026-2032)ABV: 13.5%Closure: StelvinRich, concentrated and texturally enveloping yet energetic and fresh.
Sourced from Bannockburn estate vineyards spanning plantings from 1976 to 2016, this Chardonnay draws on diverse sites including Olive Tree Hill, Winery Block, Stuart Block, Grigsby and Kelly Lane, with clonal material P58, Bernard 76, 95 and 96.
The fruit was pressed as whole bunches and fermented naturally in a mixture of French hogsheads and puncheons (25% new). This year, 70% of the blend went through malolactic fermentation, and the wine spent 10 months maturing on lees with no stirring.
Brilliant pale straw colour with straw green highlighted edges and a watery hue. Nosing offers up a complex aromatic profile of yellow peach, nectarine and honeycomb followed by some bees wax, crème brulee, roasted almond and spice notes. Rich, concentrated and textural, mouth filling flavours of yellow peach, nectarine, honeycomb and crème brulee engulf the palate. Cashew, citrusy nougat and gentle spice elements extend across the back half. Energetic and fresh, it displays excellent power with the long, enveloping finish carrying a creamy feel.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%Other Reviews….
There are yellow stone fruits characters here, and an array of sweet spice notes, but it’s the flesh, the rush and the juice of grapefruit and ripe pear flavours that both dominate and seduce. This wine really does make you dive quickly in for more. There’s a subtle smokiness, some tonic and mineral-like notes, and an especially noticeable (extra) linger to the finish. This is one of those wines where the acidity itself feels flushed with flavour. The aftertaste then adds some pebble-stone characters, just because it can. What a wine. Drink 2026-2034+
96 Points
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2018 Reillys Dry Land ShirazClare Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$27. 99Bottle$335.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2026-2029)ABV: 15.5%Closure: StelvinA hefty, power packed Clare Shiraz with a robust tannin structure.
Fruit was sourced from the Home Block in Leasingham which was planted in 1919 with maturation taking place in a mix of French and American oak for a period of two years.
Impenetrable inky black heart with a very deep dark red black hue. Heady black cherry and liquorice scents are complimented by vanillin oak, scorched earth, leather and peppered fennel notes. Rich, dense and power packed, the hefty palate boasts substantial weight and concentration with lush black cherry and liquorice fruits to the fore. Spicy vanillin oak, scorched earth and peppered fennel characters are largely absorbed by the lavish layers of fruit. Robust tannin structure concluding long, chewy and decadent.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
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2025 Dune TirariMcLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$22. 99Bottle$275.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2026-2031)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinA juicy blue to dark fruited blend with slightly sinewy tannins and a long, elegant finish.
A blend of 45% Negramaro, 30% Touriga Nacional and 25% Mataro matured for 12 months in seasoned French oak hogsheads. Deep dark red black colour with a dark red hue. A fragrant mix of liquorice, dark to black cherry and blueberry scents sail through the nostrils. Subtle dried herb, earthy incense and vanillin spices are also evident. Juicy dark cherry, liquorice, plum and blueberry fruits flood the mid weighted palate with earthy incense infusions, fresh herbs and gentle spice the undercard. Fresh with fine, slightly sinewy tannins, it finishes long and elegant with lashings of blue to dark fruit.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13%Other Reviews….
The Lloyd brothers do savoury, light- to mid-weight reds ridiculously well. Here, three varieties with no historical connection – negroamaro, mataro and touriga in roughly equal proportions – picked and fermented together; old oak for six months. It’s a Dune staple, and this is my favourite thus far. Sour black cherry, tapenade, chinotto/sarsaparilla, wild red fruits and bitter herbs, cinchona, ground cassia, black pepper and brown cardamom. It’s floral, too, in a reserved way. Pressed violets and iris. And there’s a maritime quality, iodine, kelp, surf-lashed rocks. It’s got authoritative, natural tannin, carrying the refined, sinewy, just-medium-weight fruit. Like many wines here, there’s an Italian accent, or for me at least. Such a smart offering, such a good food wine, and such stupidly good value. Drink by 2029.
95 Points
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2024 Torbreck Harris Vineyard GrenacheBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$42. 99Bottle$515.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2026-2032)ABV: 15%Closure: CorkRich, concentrated and voluptuous with a textural flow of liquid silk.
This single site Grenache comes from the Harris Vineyard located in Marananga on the western ridge of the Barossa Valley. Grown as bush vines in iron stone rich brown loam and clay soils it sees 18 months maturation in 2400 litre Frenck oak foudre.
Deep dark red core with black toned edges and a dark red hue. Dark raspberry, ripe cherry and liquorice aromas waft through the nostrils trailed by some vanillin spice, earth and subtle peppered fennel notes. Rich, concentrated and voluptuous, silky smooth flavours of dark raspberry, liquorice and dark cherry power across the palate. Vanillin spice, earth, subtle fennel and pepper characters lurk in the background. Velvety tannins finishing exceptionally long, opulent and seductive.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
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2025 La Vieille Ferme RoseFRANCE$18. 99Bottle$227.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2026-2028)ABV: 12.5%Closure: StelvinA delicious entry level Rose that carries nice mid palate shape and a brisk feel across the lengthy finish.
Made from a blend of Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah. Pale salmon pink tinged colour. Delightful raspberry, strawberry and pomegranate scents flood the nostrils with some musk and subtle wet stone notes also chiming in. Delicious raspberry, pomegranate and musk flavours carry nice mid palate shape with lively acidity imparting a brisk feel across the back half. Lingering across the lengthy finish are some stony mineral elements.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
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2025 Pacha Mama Pinot GrisKing Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$26. 99Bottle$323.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2026-2027)ABV: 12.6%Closure: StelvinA spicy, nicely shaped Pinot Gris.
Brilliant very pale straw colour with a subtle greenish tinge around the edges and a watery hue. Lifted aromas of pear and red apple skin are followed by hints of lime, wet slate and ginger. Delicious pear and red apple fruits carry nice shape across the palate underscored by refreshing acidity. Subtle quince, ginger and wet slate elements sit in the background. Spicy well fleshed finish.
Drink over the next year.
Alc. 12.6%Other Reviews…..
Excellent vintage conditions – warm days, cool nights – in the King Valley have produced a well-balanced, silky gris blessed with an almost effortless ease of delivery. Arrives in fresh, lifted scents of honeysuckle, melon, apple, pear and ginger root. Offers a smooth, rolling texture and bright acidity, with flavours running from apple and pear through to some spiced-up, tangy citrus. Earthy ginger and hints of musk stick to close. Drink by 2030.
94 Points
Jeni Port - James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion -
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2023 Joseph Cattin RieslingAlsace, FRANCE$33. 99Bottle$407.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2026-2028)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinPear, lime and Jonathan apple fruits show good textural fullness with some oily toast and mineral elements lingering across the finish.
Bright straw colour with a watery hue. Ripe pear, Jonathan apple and honeysuckle aromas emerge from the glass followed by some subtle oily toast like notes and spice. Pear, lime and Jonathan apple fruits show good textural fullness across the palate with notions of quince, toast and spice unfurling across the back half. Brisk underlying acidity with some oily toast and mineral elements lingering across the finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
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2021 Domaine de la Mordoree La Dame Rousse LiracLirac, Southern Rhone, FRANCE$62. 99Bottle$755.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2026-2032)ABV: 14.5%Closure: Diam CorkA mid weighted, finely detailed Lirac with an elegant conclusion of ample freshness.
A blend of Grenache and Syrah. Very deep dark red black tinged colour with a dark red hue. A fragrant mix of dark raspberries, dark cherries and liquorice greets the nostrils. Also chiming in is some earthy incense like notes, provincial herbs and pepper. Rich dark raspberry, liquorice and black cherry fruits are finely detailed across the mid weighted palate with notions of blueberry, scorched earth and peppered herbs integrated across the back half. Mildly chalky tannins and energetic acidity with an elegant conclusion of ample freshness.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 14.5%Other Reviews…..
Aromas of spiced cherries, forest berries and sweet spices. Medium body with fine tannins. Layered and textured with a velvety mid-palate. Balanced and harmonious with a focused finish and excellent length. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.
93 Points
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2018 Levrier Anubis Cabernet SauvignonBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$69. 99Bottle$839.88 DozenMinimum 6 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2026-2030)ABV: 14.5%Closure: StelvinA rich, sturdily built Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon that carries generous palate weight.
Matured for 24 months in French oak barrels of which 40% was new. Dense midnight black dark red core with a very dark red hue. Pronounced aromas of blackcurrant, dark plum and tobacco fill the nostrils followed by some dried herb, earthy black olive and spice notes. Rich and generous, the weighty palate is awash with blackcurrant, dark plum and mulberry fruits. Earthy tobacco, black olive, dried herb and spicy vanillin cedar elements lie underneath. Sturdily built it has a firm yet integrated tannin structure and a long, well fleshed finish.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 14.5%Other Reviews…….
Deep crimson with magenta highlights. Characters of rich blackberry, black cherry and macerated plums on a bed of deep spice with hints of tobacco leaf, cedar, pencil lead, dried herbs, licorice, espresso and earth. Some fig and prune join in on the palate, which shows substantial power and heft, solid fruit density, chocolatey tannins, espresso and a core of cassis fruit on the exit. Drink by 2033.
94 Points
Dave Brookes - James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion -
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2023 Kate Hill Four Winds Estate ShirazTasmania, AUSTRALIA$39. 99Bottle$479.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2026-2031)ABV: 13%Closure: StelvinA bright savoury cool climate Shiraz with a peppered herb and smoked meat laced finish.
Dark red in colour with black toned edges and a red to dark red hue. Spicy liquorice, fennel and plum scents mix with clove, smoked meat and peppered earth notes. The bright savoury mid weighted palate features red plum, sour cherry and red liquorice fruits over a smoked meat, herb and peppered earth back drop. Vibrant acidity and fine grained tannins with a peppered herb and smoked meat laced finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
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2024 Santa Cristina Campogrande Orvieto ClassicoOrvieto, ITALY$24. 99Bottle$299.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2026-2028)ABV: 11%Closure: Diam CorkA dry white that’s light and fresh yet nicely rounded texturally.
Made from Procanico and Grechetto grapes. Brilliant pale straw colour with a faint greenish tinge around the outskirts and a watery hue. Aromas of pear and red apple skin mix with some spicy lime and wet slate notes. Light and fresh yet nicely rounded texturally, the palate features pear and red apple fruits over a subtle lime and wet stone back drop. Brisk acidity with a gentle river stone feel across the mid length finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
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2022 Rocca di Montegrossi Chianti ClassicoTuscany, ITALY$59. 99Bottle$719.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2026-2032)ABV: 13.5%Closure: CorkMid weighted and savoury with chalky tannins and bright acidity imparting a gentle rustic feel across the finish.
Certified organic. Totally opaque black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Lifted blackcurrant and liquorice aromas are complimented by some scorched earth, tobacco and spice notes. Mid weighted, savoury red currant and ripe red cherry fruits meld into an earth, spicy cedar, subtle tobacco and Mediterranean herb infused back drop. Chalky tannins and bright acidity impart a gentle rustic feel across the medium to long finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%Other Reviews….
This juicy, well-balanced Chianti Classico delivers fresh, vibrant red berry and cherry fruit with touches of white pepper and hibiscus. Quite firm and juicy, with nicely chewy tannins and a dainty, succulent finish. Effortlessly drinkable, but will also hold well for the next few years.
92 Points
JamesSuckling.comPouring a deep magenta hue, the 2022 Chianti Classico is inviting and ripe with aromas of black raspberries, cherries, crushed violets, and mossy earth. The palate is polished and pure, with ripe tannins, crunchy, refreshing acidity, and a stony texture. It’s a lovely Chianti Classico that will be fantastic for drinking now or over the next 8-10 years. Drink 2025-2035.
92 Points
Audrey Frick – JebDunnuck.comThe 2022 Chianti Classico is fabulous—one of the best of the year. A burst of dark red/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, rose petal and mint all race across the palate. Deep, layered and wonderfully sexy, the 2022 is utterly irresistible. It’s a superb effort from proprietor Marco Ricasoli Firidolfi. Drink 2024-2032.
92 Points
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2018 Buller Wines Balladeer ShirazRutherglen, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$29. 99Bottle$359.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2026-2029)ABV: 14.5%Closure: StelvinRich black fruits make an opulent entry with mildly chewy tannins and a touch grippy mid length conclusion.
Matured in a mix of French and American oak hogsheads for 12 months. Dense inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Nosing offers up aromas of morello cherry, black cherry and liquorice followed by some vanillin oak, earth and subtle spicy leather notes. Rich black plum, liquorice and ripe black cherry fruits make an opulent entry with notions of earth, vanillin oak, leather and spice trailing off onto the back palate. Mildly chewy tannins with a fleshy yet touch grippy mid length conclusion.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
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2025 Bannockburn Pinot NoirGeelong, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$69. 99Bottle$839.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2026-2034)ABV: 13.5%Closure: StelvinDeep, powerful and expansive with a long silky smooth finish.
Sourced from estate vineyards planted between 1976 and 2007—including Olive Tree Hill, 10 Rows, Stuart Block, Ann’s Block and De La Terre—this Pinot Noir draws on clonal material MV6, 114, 115 and 777 across varied site expressions. Handpicked parcels were wild fermented separately with ~20% whole bunch inclusion, then matured in French hogsheads and puncheons (25% new oak) for 10 months on lees prior to blending.
Dark red black tinged heart with a dark red hue. Fragrant dark cherry, rhubarb and clove scents are trailed by whiffs of violet, brambly cedar, forest floor and spice notes. Rich dark cherry and strawberry fruits power across the mouth filling palate with a supple textural flow. Rhubarb, subtle anise, bramble, forest floor and spicy dried herb elements unfold across the back half. Deep and expansive it has silky smooth tannins and an exceptionally long, highly moreish finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 13.5%Other Reviews….
From vines planted between 1976 and 2007; 20% whole bunches, 25% new oak. A lovely Bannockburn pinot noir. Opens with perfumed aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, rose bush and subtle cardamom and nutmeg spice. Medium bodied on the palate, with an excellent core of fruit, yet it's equally light on its feet. The tannins are sinewy and in perfect harmony with the fruit. Very long. Delicious now and will be even better in six to 10 years. Drink by 2037.
97 Points
Philip Rich - James Halliday’s Australian Wine CompanionThe first word that came to mind was unsweet. I’m not even sure that’s a word. This is a particularly earthen Pinot Noir with root vegetable characters running through black cherry, chicory, woodsmoke and fistfuls of roasted spices. I’m tempted to call this Pinot Noir for grown-ups but that’s a silly phrase so I’ll refrain. We get beautiful, fine-meshed, grapey tannin here, and sinewy characters, and a genuine, savoury push of flavour through the finish. I’m as certain as I can be that this wine will mature well. Drink 2028-2034+
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2025 Apsley Gorge Vineyard ChardonnayTasmania, AUSTRALIA$69. 99Bottle$839.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2026-2032)ABV: 14%Closure: StelvinA generously endowed, creamy textured Chardonnay with good underlying freshness.
Established in 1988 this tiny vineyard is planted to Pinot Noir (5.5 hectares) and Chardonnay (1 hectare) and is located several kilometres inland from the coast near the entrance to the Apsley Gorge national Park north-west of Bicheno. The vineyards unique location near the entry to the gorge brings breezes in the afternoon which have a distinct cooling effect. As a result this vineyard is typically one of the last to harvest in Tasmania, usually being around the first week of May.
Always aiming for full phenolic ripeness the style of wines produced are rich and intense characterised by fully ripe fruit made using Burgundian know-how with texture, finesse and excellent natural acidity. Only a small percentage of new oak is used.
Bright pale straw to straw colour with a watery hue. Aromas of ripe peach, apricot and honeycomb fill the nostrils followed by some crème brulee, subtle bacon fat and spicy nougat notes. Rich, fleshy ripe peach, apricot, honeycomb, crème brulee, citrusy nougat, cashew and spice elements are layered across the medium to full bodied palate that possesses good underlying freshness. Creamy textural feel with a long, generously endowed yet balanced finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
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2023 Provenance Geelong ChardonnayGeelong, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenMinimum 12 bottlesCellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2026-2030)ABV: 13.4%Closure: StelvinRich, creamy textural feel with lively acidity and a fresh, elegant mid length finish.
Brilliant pale straw core with gleaming straw green tinged edges and a watery hue. Elevated scents of nectarine, lemon butter and bees wax are complimented by nougat, roasted almond and spice notes. On the palate a rich, creamy textural feel is counterpointed by lively acidity with peach, bees wax and lemon butter flavours melding into a citrusy nougat, almond and spice back drop. Fresh, elegant mid length finish.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
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2024 Les Peyrautins Syrah GrenachePays d'Oc, FRANCE$17. 99Bottle$215.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2026-2028)ABV: 13.5%Closure: StelvinJuicy, ripe and plump with a sumptuous mid length finish.
Dense inky black core with a deep dark red hue. Nosing evokes aromas of dark raspberry, dark to black cherry and liquorice followed by some vanillin confectionary and subtle spicy dried herb notes. Juicy liquorice, dark plum and raspberry fruits carry a ripe, plump feel across the palate. Vanillin spice and earth elements sit in the background. Velvet smooth tannins with a mid length finish that’s both sumptuous and succulent.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
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2025 Cantina Tollo Rocca Ventosa Pinot GrigioAbruzzo, ITALY$11. 99Bottle$143.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2026-2028)ABV: 12%Closure: StelvinA delicious, beautifully rounded Pinot Grigio that delivers excellent intensity of flavour for the price.
Cantina Tollo is located in the Italian village of Tollo which forms part of the Abruzzo region and is renown for delivering terrific value across its entry level range of Rocca Ventosa wines.
Brilliant pale straw colour with green highlighted edges and a watery hue. Aromas of lime and green to red apple and pear are trailed by some stony mineral notes. Delicious pear, red apple and lime fruits slip across the palate with a beautifully rounded feel. Delicate musk and wet stone characters lie underneath. Delivering excellent intensity of flavour for the price, it has mouth watering acidity and a long shapely finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
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2024 Vinelea Beechworth ChardonnayBeechworth, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2026-2030)ABV: 13.9%Closure: Diam CorkRich, full and creamy textured with a long decadent finish.
Winemaker Stuart Smith produces an old traditional style of Chardonnay that’s big on flavour and texture. In order to impart additional textural richness the wine was lees stirred and underwent 100% malolactic fermentation. The barrels were lees stirred weekly for 6 months, then the wine was racked clean and returned to barrels for another full year. 50% new French oak is used.
Bright yellow straw colour with a watery hue. Engulfing the olfactory senses are heady aromas of ripe peach, cashew, honeycomb and hints of butterscotch trailed by some crème brulee, nougat and spicy bacon fat notes. Rich, concentrated and mouth filling, the opulent palate is flooded with fleshy ripe peach, honeyed cashew and crème brulee flavours. Notions of butterscotch, nougat and spice also chime in. Full and creamy textured, it finishes long and decadent with a lingering spicy cashew and nougat component.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13.9% - Vedrenne Liqueur d'Abricot (Apricot) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenABV: 15%
Vedrenne preference the 'Royal' apricot variety, named in tribute to Louis XVII and chosen for its high sugar content and delicate flavour. The final liqueur includes an infusion of Madagascan vanilla. 15% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... Colour: golden orange. Scent: fully ripened fruit, sweet with a slight tang. Flavour: smooth and silky, sun-dried ripe apricot with a pleasant touch of acidity.
- Vedrenne Creme de Fraise (Strawberry) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenABV: 15%
Historically the strawberry has been a much prized delicacy. This liqueur expression is made from an infusion of the very sweet and fragrant Senga Sengana variety. The production process is designed to carefully extract the fruit's essence while respecting its fragility. 15% Alc./Vol.
- Vedrenne Liqueur de Litchi (Lychee) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenABV: 15%
High in the antioxidant vitamin C and the essential mineral potassium, the lychee is a sub tropical fruit originating in Southern China where it's famed as the "King of Fruits". Growing to approximately 3-4 centimetres in size, oval to rounded-heart shaped with a bumpy skin that's red in colour, the crisp juicy flesh is white or pinkish, translucent and glossy with the consistency of a grape. At Vedrenne, the stones and skins are removed before distillation. The result is an intensely tropically-scented liqueur that's very fruity, powerful and elegant. Typically enjoyed on its own or mixed simply with soda water and a twist of lime, it can also be combined with other fruit liqueurs (like raspberry) for an elevated fruit sensation. Its signature cocktail is, arguably, the Lychee Martini. 15% Alc./Vol.
- Gabriel Boudier Creme de Violette (Violet) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$55. 99Bottle$671.88 DozenABV: 18%
Floral, fragrant and sweet, Crème de Violette is typically made by macerating violet flowers in a neutral spirit or brandy base. Enjoyed neat by purists and sometimes added to a G&T, the most famous - and loved - Crème de Violette based cocktail is the Aviation. It can also be paired with dry white wines or Crémants de Bourgogne, where it adds a floral, colourful touch. In cuisine, it's ideal as a coulis, finding its place in desserts, where it divinely coats mousses and sorbets. 18% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... We recommend Gabriel Boudier’s sophisticated take on the liqueur: jam-packed with rich natural flavours and floral notes, it’s part of the brand’s ‘Bartender Range’. Its excellent quality, amethyst colour and well-balanced sweetness makes it the top choice for cocktail connoisseurs. - thecuriousdrinker.com
- Gabriel Boudier Sloe Gin (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$72. 99Bottle$875.88 DozenABV: 29%
This is an updated addition to Gabriel Boudier's comprehensive range of fruit liqueurs. Specifically, the ABV has increased 4% over the previous version. Sloes (prunus spinosa) are the blue black fruit of the wild black thorn and cluster like tiny plums in hedgerows and thickets in the European countryside. Gabriel Boudier macerate whole sloe berries in their house gin for five weeks. All the flavours and the colour of the flesh and pit of the sloe dissolve into the spirit to which a judicious dose of sugar is finally added. Typically enjoyed neat over ice, you can also mix it with tonic water or use it to elevate your cocktails. 29% Alc./Vol.
- Vedrenne Liqueur de Vanille (Vanilla) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$52. 99Bottle$635.88 DozenABV: 20%
Made with sustainably sourced Madagascar Bourbon vanilla, this is a liqueur you can indulge in on its own or mix into decadent cocktails, such as the Vanilla Martini. 20% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... Colour: beautiful golden amber colour, shiny. Scent: elegant and potent aroma of vanilla pod. Flavour: sweet and subtle with lingering mellow hints.
- Gabriel Boudier Creme de Peches de Vigne (Peach) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$54. 99Bottle$659.88 DozenABV: 18%
This springtime and sun-kissed fruit liqueur will delight your taste buds. Crafted from the maceration of peaches in alcohol with a splash of lemon juice for added cidity, Peche de Vigne accompanies sparkling wines, dry white wines, sparkling water, and cocktails and alsoe finds its place in desserts, beautifully topping sorbets and enhances fruit salads. 18% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... A good creme de peche that is a tad deeper golden in colour than some others but compares well in flavour. 4.5 stars - diffordsguide.com
- Gabriel Boudier Apricot Brandy Liqueur (500ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$49. 99Bottle$599.88 DozenABV: 24%
Apricot Brandy can refer to two different types of drinks: a sweet, fruit-flavoured liqueur, typically with a relatively low ABV, or an unsweetened fruit eau-de-vie, essentially a brandy in the proper sense of the spirit. This example is of the former type. Gabriel Boudier macerate whole ripe apricots mixed with wine eau-de-vie, then give the infusion a judicious dose of sugar. The resulting liqueur captures the taste of fine apricots, picked at the height of summer. Besides culinary uses and being enjoyed neat, it pairs with vodka to make an Apricot Sour, and is key in the creation of the Hotel Nacional and Charlie Chaplin cocktails. 24% Alc./Vol.
- Gabriel Boudier Liqueur de Maracuja (Passionfruit) Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$57. 99Bottle$695.88 Dozen
The passionfruit originates from Brazil. Its 'discovery' by the Spanish in the late 16th century lead to its further cultivation in tropical zones and abroad. In order to capture the essence of the fruit, Gabriel Boudier perform a maceration in Williams Pear eau-de-vie. A touch of lemon juice balances the whole, along with a careful dose of sugar, dissolved directly into the alcohol base. Considered one of the more compelling references in the company's range, this indulgent liqueur is for lovers of exotic fruits. The profile transports you to tropical jungles and warm summer beaches with scents of ripe, wild fruit and a fullness on the palate with a perfect balance of sweet and tart notes. Enjoy with ice or in iconic cocktails, such as the "Pornstar Martini". Also excellent alongside desserts (Pear Belle-Hélène, pear tart) or enjoyed neat. 20% Alc./Vol.
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2021 Nicks Secret BFD Barossa Cabernet SauvignonBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIAReduced from $79.99$24. 99Bottle$299.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2026-2032)ABV: 15%Closure: CorkFrom the same producer as the 2022 Nicks Secret BFD Reserve Barossa Shiraz comes this terrific Barossa Cabernet that’s presented in a formidably sized Napa Valley styled bottle.
A bold, powerful expression of Barossa Cabernet layered with deeply concentrated dark to black fruits.
Impenetrable inky black heart with an equally deep dark red black hue. Soaring out of the glass are ripe blackcurrant, dark plum, liquorice and choc mint scents which are complimented by some spicy vanillin cedar, subtle tobacco and earthy mocha notes. Rich, dense and powerful, lavish blackcurrant, dark plum and choc mint flavours are layered across the full bodied palate. Vanillin cedar, earthy mocha, liquorice and spicy tobacco characters lend further nuance. Boasting magnificent concentration and depth, it has ripe, slightly chewy tannins and a long opulent finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 15%Other Reviews….
Cabernet sauvignon from the deep clay over limestone of the **** vineyard, matured in French oak for 30 months. Deep crimson with rich aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, cassis and black cherry, hints of star anise, bay leaf, clove, pastis, crushed herbs, cedar, tobacco, pan juices, a touch of leather, black olive, briar and earth. Full bodied and graceful in its travel, with a core of rich black fruits, superfine, powdery tannin and a blackcurrant pastille edge to the acidity. Cellaring upside here, for sure. Drink by 2046.
95 Points
Dave Brookes - James Halliday’s Australian Wine CompanionStands to reason that a vintage like 2021 should be ideally suited to Barossa Cabernet, a variety that continually shows how well it can perform in good years. This one is such a powerhouse, loaded with opulent fruit, and yet it delivers with poise and that Cabernet structure that you’re looking for. Aromas of blackberry and dark ripe plum, with a little spice and roasted character evident. It’s rich and opulent, but with a velvety mouthfeel. Lots to like here. Drink 2025-2040.
95 Points
Ray Jordan – WinePilot.comA magnificent rendition of the variety with aromas of blackcurrant, tobacco, cured meat, and cedar on the nose. The palate displays excellent concentration and persistence, wonderfully complemented by a fleshy texture and beautifully infused, chalky tannins. It finishes with a great line and length. At its best: now to 2038.
96 Points
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2023 Yalumba The Signature Cabernet Sauvignon ShirazBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIAReduced from $69.99$59. 99Bottle$719.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2026-2034)ABV: 14.5%Closure: CorkA richer, more opulent rendition of Yalumba’s Signature that has a long and quite sumptuous conclusion.
A classic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz first produced in 1962, Yalumba’s Signature pays homage each vintage to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the culture and traditions of Yalumba. The 2023 vintage’s signatory is Yalumba’s trade marketing manager, Peter Sawrey who has been responsible for writing the last 32 Signature back labels. This year’s release marks the 52nd vintage of Yalumba The Signature.
From vines with an average age of 23 years the 2023 Signature is a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Shiraz with maturation taking place in a combination of French barriques and Hungarian hogsheads (22% of which was new oak) for a period of 19 months. Impenetrable inky black heart with a near equally deep dark red black hue. A mix of blackcurrant, blackberry and liquorice aromas engulf the nostrils. Vanillin cedar, tobacco, hints of dark chocolate and bay leaf follow on. Rich, opulent and full bodied, the seductive palate is flooded with blackcurrant, liquorice, dark plum and lush blackberry fruits. Spicy vanillin cedar, subtle earthy tobacco and bay leaf accents linger across the back half. Velvety yet underlyingly sturdy tannin structure. Deep and powerful it has a long and quite sumptuous conclusion.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%Other Reviews……
Yalumba's iconic blend sees 55/45% cabernet sauvignon/shiraz with the '23 release. Again, the release impresses with its fruit purity, elegance and cellaring potential. Deep blackberry, satsuma plum and black cherry fruit with underlying layers of brown spice, cedar, tobacco, pencil case, roast meats, dried herbs and black olive tapenade. Beautifully composed on the palate with a firm yet kinetic, fine-grained tannin structure, lacy acidity and a finish that sails on gracefully for ages. A cracking release. Drink by 2055.
96 Points
Dave Brookes - James Halliday’s Australian Wine CompanionWe might be yet to learn who is to be honoured with the 2023 Signature, but whomsoever it is should be well pleased. This is a cracking release, one of their best. An opaque centre with a dark maroon rim, there is still vanillin oak evident on the nose, but it is integrating well. The aromas include notes of dried herbs, black fruits, graphite, licorice, mocha, chocolate, plums and cassis. This is balanced, youthful, offering real persistence and coiled power. The palate sees the move to gorgeous chocolate notes. A wine with serious length, there is much to love here.
96 Points
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2024 Running with Bulls TempranilloBarossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$22. 99Bottle$275.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2026-2030)ABV: 14%Closure: StelvinRich, fleshy black fruits with ripe chewy tannins and a juicy finish.
Deep black dark red colour with a dark red black tinged hue. Expressive black cherry and liquorice aromas mix with some dark raspberry, scorched earth and spicy dried herb notes. Rich black raspberry, liquorice and black cherry fruits are layered across the palate with ample flesh. Vanillin spice, subtle scorched earth and dried herb elements linger in the background. Ripe chewy tannins with a juicy finish.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
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Gabriel Boudier Suro Elderflower Liqueur (700ml)Burgundy, FRANCE$64. 99Bottle$779.88 DozenABV: 20%With packaging inspired by the Parisian Art Deco movement, Gabriel Boudier have launched a new brand to tap into demand for premium low-alcohol specialties. 'Sureau' is elderflower in French. Its floral and often fruity flavour seems to be a love-it-or-hate-it affair. If you're one of the lovers, this is reported to be a new high point for the category, with nearly a thousand wild blossoms going into the making of every bottle. Elderflowers are hand-harvested at the peak of spring-time bloom and gently macerated for five weeks to coax out their delicate aromatics. They're then blended with a lemongrass and blackcurrant bud distillate before the whole is carefully balanced with beet sugar to reveal the finest possible expression of the flower. The resulting liqueur opens with fresh white blossoms, pear and grapefruit zest, then unfolds into a soft floral palate with hints of lemongrass and honeysuckle. Bright and elegant, but ever syrupy! Recommended in a Spritz, in cocktails or over ice. 20% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... This pale gold liqueur has a scent that suggests juicy fresh-cut pear. The well-balanced palate is sweet, not too viscous, and gently fruity, with a mild white-floral exhale. Mix into Hugo Spritzes, lighten with bubbles, or sip with dessert. 97 points - wineenthusiast.com
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2022 Esilio Time Out of Mind MerlotMount Lofty Ranges, South Australia, AUSTRALIA$19. 99Bottle$239.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2026-2029)ABV: 14.5%Closure: StelvinA rich Merlot of admirable concentration and flesh with a firm, robust finish.
Midnight black heart with a dark red hue. Elevated blackcurrant aromas intermingle with mulberry, plum, tobacco, earthy black olive and spicy dried herb notes. Rich blackcurrant, liquorice and ripe mulberry fruits are layered across the palate with admirable concentration and flesh. Vanillin cedar, tobacco, earth and spicy dried herb characters lie underneath. A dry, sturdy tannin structure lends firmness across the generous yet robust finish.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
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2023 Forest Hill Vineyard Block 9 ShirazMount Barker, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA$64. 99Bottle$779.88 DozenCellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2026-2034)ABV: 14%Closure: StelvinBright and inky yet juicy with ripe, chewy tannins and a long peppery finish.
From vines planted in 1985. Magnificent dense inky black colour with a near equally deep dark purple black hue. Pronounced blackberry, liquorice and dark plum aromas flood the nostrils followed by some smoky vanillin cedar, scorched earth and peppered meat notes. Rich blackberry, liquorice and dark plum fruits carry a youthfully inky yet juicy feel across the medium to full bodied palate. Notions of spicy vanillin cedar, scorched earth and peppered meats lurk underneath. Showing ample freshness it has ripe chewy tannins and a long peppery finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
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Multiple picks from the single site lend complexity to the wine. Medium weight, silky textured and highly perfumed red wine with a pleasing, savoury bent. Red cherry, a touch of cola, some green olive, game meat, dusty spices, mint and pepper. Lithe and fresh feeling with a light dusting of grippy tannin that falls in a web over the wine. A sense of elegance, and a distinct 'syrah-like' sensibility to this wine. It's not trying too hard, but effortlessly makes the (high) grade. Drink by 2035.
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Mike Bennie - James Halliday’s Australian Wine CompanionIntensely pigmented – magenta almost. This is young, but so expressive. A core of black fruit, brambles and wild blueberry spice is layered with baked salt, milk chocolate toast, charcoal and plenty of savoury, terracotta dust. A wild, iodine, ferrous note compels. The palate is vivid, with a mouth-filling energy that draws a long line of fruit, hung taut with fine, lacy, yet firm acidity. This is so vibrant and concentrated that it’s like a new palette of gouache paints, vivid and pure and filled with excitement for what is to come from it. Whole bunch spice squeezes the palate, and the almost chalky tannins are structural without bulk. This feels like an expression of the vineyard, there is no oak or overworked winemaking to get in the way of the expression. A wonderful union of people and place. Drink 2025-2039.
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