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2024 Langmeil Prime Cut Shiraz

Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$23. 99
Bottle
$287.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Stelvin

A rich, succulent Barossa Shiraz with velvet smooth tannins and a juicy finish.
From 25-30 year old vines with maturation taking place in a combination of 10% new American oak and 90% seasoned American oak hogsheads for a period of 17 months, Dense inky black in colour with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Lifted dark plum, blackberry and liquorice aromas mix with vanillin confectionary and spice notes. Rich and succulent, dark plum and liquorice fruits overlay a spicy vanillin cedar, mocha and peppered earth back drop. Velvet smooth tannins with a juicy finish that has a polished feel.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2024 Le Caillou Cotes du Rhone

Cotes du Rhone, Southern Rhone, FRANCE
$42. 99
Bottle
$515.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

A fresh, juicy mid weighted Cotes du Rhone with chewy tannins and a vibrantly fruited finish.
A blend of 70% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 10% Mourvedre and 5% Cinsault. Dark purple black tinged colour with a vibrant purple hue. Fragrant dark raspberry and liquorice aromas are intertwined with provincial herb and peppered earth notes. Fresh and juicy, the mid weighted palate features dark raspberry and liquorice fruits over infusions of Provincial herbs, earth and pepper. Chewy tannins with a vibrantly fruited finish.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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- Special Order Product – Delayed Dispatch
2023 Il Cattivo Sangiovese

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2026-2028)

ABV: 13.7%

Closure: Stelvin

Juicy with chalky tannins, bright acidity and a spicy conclusion.
Deep dark red black tinged core with a dark red hue. Red cherry, dried herb and subtle tobacco aromas mix with hints of earth and spice. Juicy plum and ripe currant flavours meld into a spicy tobacco, earth and dried herb back drop. Chalky tannins and bright acidity with a savoury conclusion that shows plenty of spice.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13.7%

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2024 Juniper Cornerstone Wilyabrup Vineyard Chardonnay

Margaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$56. 99
Bottle
$683.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2026-2032)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Fleshy textured with fresh acidity lending an energetic feel to the gently creamed, lingering finish.
Wild fermented and aged in French oak for 10 months. Brilliant pale straw colour with green highlighted edges and a watery hue. Aromas of white peach and nectarine intermeshed with whiffs of dried honey are trailed by some grapefruit, citrusy nougat and faint gun flint notes.
Fleshy textured white peach and nectarine fruits are complimented by dried honey, subtle biscuity nougat, citrus and gun flint accents. Fresh acidity lending an energetic feel to the gently creamed, lingering finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12.5%
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While this is so textural and fulsome, it comes etched with electrifying acidity and definition. Expect grapefruit and lemon, lemon balm and white stone fruit, with dabs of spice, light creamy lees, and the acidity racing through ensuring this is vibrant, lively and utterly compelling. It finishes long and convincingly. Drink by 2035.
96+ Points
Jane Faulkner – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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2024 Mountadam Vineyards Estate High Eden Chardonnay

Eden Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

A fleshy, mid weighted Chardonnay that finishes with good freshness and a glossy textured feel.
Brilliant pale straw colour with green tinged edges and a watery hue. Expressive white peach, pear and nectarine aromas flow through the olfactory senses followed by some subtle dried honey, biscuity nougat and spice notes. Fleshy textured, the mid weighted palate is decorated with white peach, pear and nectarine fruits which are interwoven with delicate dried honey, citrusy nougat and spice elements. Finishes with good freshness and a glossy feel.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2023 Poggerino Chianti Classico

Tuscany, ITALY
$54. 99
Bottle
$659.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Diam Cork

Medium bodied with juicy red to dark fruits, firm grainy tannins an expressive finish.
Deep dark red black core with a dark red hue. Spicy red to black currant and dark cherry aromas mix with earthy leather, dried herb and tobacco notes. Juicy red currant and red to dark cherry fruits fill the medium bodied palate with earthy tobacco, subtle leather and spicy dried herb elements trailing off across the back half. Firm grainy tannins and fresh underlying acidity with an expressive finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 14%
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Piero Lanza managed to come out relatively unscathed by peronospora attacks in 2023. A perennial over-achiever, even in this challenging vintage, the annata exhibits exceptional complexity for this level without sacrificing brightness or drinkability. Pristine and vivacious, it launches with dark cherry, tea leaf, lavender and violet scents. The palate follows with gumption; juicy, fleshy fruit is underscored by Radda’s crisp acidity and rocky minerals. Sweet tannins are decidedly chalky in texture. It closes with a liquorice twist. Drink 2025-2032.
93 Points
Decanter

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Dominique Portet LD Brut Rose Pinot Chardonnay

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$42. 99
Bottle
$515.88 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Diam Cork

A mouth watering Sparkling Rose that finishes long, dry and savoury.
A blend of 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay matured for 24 months on lees. Frothy mousse with a very pale salmon pink tinged colour and a fine, steady bead. Attractive strawberry, pear and yeast lees scents emanate out of the glass with some subtle baked bread notes also evident. Delicious pear and strawberry fruits carry a pillowy flow across the palate. Subtle baked bread, yeast lees and chalky mineral elements the undercard. Mouth watering acidity finishing long, dry and savoury.
Alc. 13%
Other Reviews…..
Has a straw pink hue with good mousse, the hand-picked blend 60/40% pinot noir/chardonnay, 90% from 2020, 10% reserve wines dating back to 2012. It spent 24 months on yeast lees and was given a light dosage of 5g/L. It has focus and intensity, bright fruit and terrific length. Arguably the best value of the Australian contingent.
95 Points
James Halliday - James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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2020 Majella Coonawarra Shiraz

Coonawarra, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$32. 99
Bottle
$395.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Richly flavoured with an opulent feel, sturdy structure and fleshy textured conclusion.
Aged in a combination of French and American oak hogsheads for a period of 18 months. Dense black dark red heart with a dark red hue. Aromas of liquorice, blackberry and dark chocolate waft through the nostrils with some toasty vanillin oak and earthy mocha notes also evident. Rich liquorice, blackberry and vanillin oak flavours carry an opulent feel across the medium to full bodied palate. Subtle mocha, earth and spice characters sit in the background. Sturdy yet polished tannin structure with a generous, fleshy textured conclusion.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 14.5%
Other Reviews…..
Redcurrant, sweet spice, mint and creamy vanillin oak characters combine to attractive effect here. In fact, take the lush, soft, come-hither face of this and underpin with it firm, dry, slightly stringy tannin and that's pretty much the wine in its entirety, though freshening acidity also plays a key role. It's another good release.
93 Points
Campbell Mattinson - James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion
A dark blood red hue, we are straight into some appealing chocolatey aromas. The wine exhibits well handled oak with a touch of vanilla, tobacco leaves, mint chocolate, spices and mulberries. Quite a plush and generous style, there is very good length here, with the intensity maintained throughout. With fine tannins and bright acidity, this is good now but has some serious promise to it. Enjoy over the next ten to fifteen years. Seriously good buying. Drink 2025-2040.
93 Points
Ken Gargett – WinePilot.com

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2023 Catena High Mountain Vines Malbec

Mendoza, ARGENTINA
$37. 99
Bottle
$455.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Diam Cork

A juicy, medium bodied Malbec with a long, savoury finish that shows plenty of freshness.
Nicolas Catena has been instrumental in Argentina’s progress over the last three decades, bringing the country's wine industry into line with world class standards. What you can now get for your money in the present day climate are seriously good expressions of the nation's signature varietal, Malbec, that rival many Australian reds for punch and price. Made by fourth generation vintner Laura Catena and chief winemaker, Alejandro Vigil, this wine is sourced from three high altitude vineyards. Each vineyard is specifically farmed in preparation for its role in the final blend. Eighty year old vines in the Lunlunta (Maipù) vineyard lend soft, sweet texture whilst the intense sunshine in the Gualtallary (Tupungato) vineyard provides explosive floral aromatics and a concentrated structure. The last component is from El Cipillo in Eugenio Bustos, which has loamy sands and thick calcareous layers sit over rounded rock. Maturation takes place in a mix of new, second and third use French oak barrels for a period of 11-13 months.
Midnight black dark red core with a vibrant purple red hue. Delightful aromas of dark cherry, ripe blueberry, blackcurrant and liquorice sail through the olfactory senses complimented by some dried herb, earth and spice notes. Medium bodied, a mix of juicy blueberry, dark cherry and red liquorice fruits greet the palate. Notions of red currant, subtle spicy vanillin cedar, earth and spicy dried herbs lend further interest. Beautifully integrated, fine grained tannins with the long savoury finish showing plenty of freshness.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%
Other Reviews……
A juicy malbec that shows lots of fruit. Touches of white pepper and spices. Juicy, lively and crunchy on the palate with a medium body and a fresh, medium-long finish. Drink now.
92 Points
JamesSuckling.com

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Filipa Pato 3B Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature

PORTUGAL
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

ABV: 12%

Closure: Diam Cork

A sculptured Sparkling that finishes very dry and chalky.
Produced from a blend of 70% Bical, 23% Maria Gomes and 7% Cercial grapes with 9 months sur-lie aging and no dosage.
A nicely formed mousse fades into a straw, gold edge tinged base that has a persistent bead coursing through it. Pronounced quince, mandarin and citrus aromas intermix with subtle oily toast like notes. Tangy quince, apple skin and ginger like flavours meld into a yeasty baked bread back drop. Sculptured acidity with a very dry, chalky finish.
Alc. 12%

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2025 Gilberts Rose Dry

Mount Barker, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2025-2026)

ABV: 12.9%

Closure: Stelvin

A gorgeously textured Rose featuring delicious raspberry, pomegranate and strawberry fruits.
Pale pink in colour. Aromas of raspberry, pomegranate and musk stream out of the glass with some strawberry and subtle Turkish delight notes also evident. Gorgeously textured, slippery feel with delicious raspberry, pomegranate and strawberry fruits layered across the palate with some spicy musk elements sitting in the background. Crisp acidity with a long silken finish.
Drink over the next year.
Alc. 12.9%

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- Special Order Product – Delayed Dispatch
2023 Zilzie Regional Collection Adelaide Pinot Noir

Adelaide, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$17. 99
Bottle
$215.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2026-2028)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

A fleshy, amply fruited Pinot with a mid length finish.
Semi translucent dark red colour with a red to dark red hue. Aromas of dark cherry, anise and rhubarb mix with earth and vanillin spice notes. Possessing a fleshy mouth feel the palate is amply fruited with dark cherry and strawberries which overlay a vanillin earth, anise and spicy dried herb back drop. Fine grained tannins with a mid length finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13%

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2023 Massena The Moonlight Run Shiraz Mataro Grenache

Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2026-2031)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Rich and plump with a concentrated mix of dark to black raspberry, liquorice and black cherry fruits backed by slightly chewy tannins.
Deep black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Ripe black raspberry, liquorice, black cherry and dark plum scents fill the olfactory senses followed by some scorched earth and peppered dried herb notes. Rich and plump, the palate is awash with a concentrated mixture of dark to black raspberry, liquorice and black cherry fruits. Scorched earth, dried herb and peppered fennel elements extend across the back half. Slightly chewy tannins with a long, sumptuous pepper and fennel laced finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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Ninth Island Sparkling

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$23. 99
Bottle
$287.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

A commercial sparkling with an airy feel and crisp, dry finish.
A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. An exuberant mousse slowly fades into a pale straw coloured base that has pale gold tinged edges and a very fine bead flowing through it. Aromas of citrus and strawberry mix with hints of brioche and yeast lees. Airy in its feel the palate features pear and citrus fruits over a back drop of baked bread and yeast lees. Crisp acidity with a dry refreshing finish.
Alc. 12.5%

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2025 All Saints Estate Pinot Grigio

King Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$21. 99
Bottle
$263.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2025-2026)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

A moreish, glossy textured Pinot Grigio with crisp acidity and fruity finish.
Brilliant very pale straw colour with a watery hue. Delightful pear, red apple, musk and rosewater scents engulf the nostrils with some subtle wet stone notes also evident. Moreish flavours of pear juice, red apple, musk and delicate honeysuckle overlay a wet stone back drop. Glossy textured it has crisp acidity and a long, deliciously fruity finish.
Drink over the next year.
Alc. 13%

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Terre Forti Sparkling Extra Dry

Emilia-Romagna, ITALY
$24. 99
Bottle
$299.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

ABV: 11.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Refreshing and fruity with an airy feel.
A lacy mouse fades to reveal a pale straw coloured base that’s finely threaded by a steady stream of bubbles. Nosing offers up pear, apple and sherbet aromas with some lees notes also evident. Amply fruited, the palate features pear and apple flavours over quince and sherbet elements. Airy in it’s feel it has crisp acidity and a fruity finish that’s quite refreshing.
Alc. 11.5%

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2023 Conde Valdemar Rose

Rioja, SPAIN
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2025-2026)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Tangy yet shapely with a dry, spicy finish.
Made from a blend of 60% Garnacha and 40% Viura grapes using the Saignee method. Salmon orange colour. Spicy strawberry and cherry scents combine with blood orange and water melon notes. Tangy blood orange fruits mix with citrus, peach, water melon and spice characters. Shapely mid palate feel finishing dry with brisk acidity and a spicy aftertaste.
Drink now.
Alc. 13%

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2021 Neldner Road by Dave Powell Loechel Shiraz

Eden Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$95. 00
Bottle
$1140.00 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Cork

Rich, concentrated and powerful with a long, sumptuous finish.
The Loechel Eden Valley Shiraz is sourced from a single vineyard at the Southern tip of the Eden Valley township. It was planted over half a century ago by the Loechel family to granitic loam, at 440 metres altitude. The wine spends between 18 and 22 months in 50% new and second use French oak barriques.
Impenetrable inky black heart with a very deep dark red black hue. Intense dark plum, liquorice and dark chocolate aromas mix with toasty vanillin oak, scorched earth and peppered dried herb notes. Rich, concentrated and powerful, the full bodied palate is drenched in plush dark plum, liquorice and blackberry fruit. Vanillin oak, dark chocolate, subtle scorched earth and peppered dried herb elements sit in the background. Opulently textured it has velvet smooth tannins and a long, sumptuous finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2023 Nicks Secret YP Limited Cuvee Greenock Shiraz

Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
Reduced from $120.00
$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2026-2034)

ABV: 13.9%

Closure: Cork

From a celebrated husband-and-wife team whose work we've previously highlighted, this flagship Shiraz embodies the power and richness of the Barossa Valley while maintaining remarkable finesse. Sourced from a dry-grown Greenock block planted in the 1960’s and farmed by fourth-generation grower, this is the estate’s flagship bottling that normally sells for around $120 per bottle. Suitably packaged in a hefty sized bowling pin like bottle, total production was just 102 cases. Maturation took place in French oak puncheons, 30% new, for a period of 24 months.
A rich, opulent yet highly finessed Barossa Shiraz that at third of its normal price represents phenomenal value.
Magnificent depth of colour featuring an impenetrable inky black heart and a very deep dark red black hue. Intense blackberry, liquorice and dark plum scents flood the nostrils followed by some vanillin cedar, earth, gentle mocha and pepper notes. Rich dark plum, liquorice and blackberry fruits are delivered with impressive textural flesh and power yet it feels refined and not heavy. Slightly grainy but polished tannins with notions of spicy vanillin cedar, fennel and peppered earth lying underneath. A dash of blueberry lends a fresh feel across the long opulent yet eloquent finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 13.9%
Other Reviews….
This comes from a 1960 planted Shiraz vineyard in Greenock. The rich, deep colour points to its power and intensity. But this is a lavish wine with texture and fruit concentration that is perfectly crafted and refined. That combination of basket pressing and gentle extraction, and maturation before going into oak sets the wine up. This one gets a little more new French oak than a lot of the ******* wines with 50% in new French oak punctions where it was left for 24 months. But the rich, opulent fruit has absorbed that oak perfectly for a seamless, layered complexity. This is a wine that’s built for some ageing. Drink 2025-2045.
96 Points
Ray Jordan – WinePilot.com
Sourced from the Old Bamboo Vineyard in Greenock and tended by David Materne, these vines were planted in the 1960s. This is de stemmed whole berries matured in 50% new French oak on lees for 24 months. A pool of blackcurrant, plum and bilberries, with a circle of carob and coffee grinds. Licorice bullets, tanned leather and long pepper. The palate lifts with dancing acidity and some pillowy tufts of soft tannins. Dried bay leaf and oregano add to the crimson hues and the palate is discerningly dry and yet refreshing. This is the kind of wine you order at a restaurant and then continue to reorder till the night is almost through. It’s full of gentility and sophistication. An ideal match for any dry aged steak. Drink now or will cellar for another 5- 8 years further. Drink 2025-2033.
95 Points
Shanteh Wale – WinePilot.com

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2023 Domaine Faiveley Mercurey Clos des Myglands Premier Cru

Burgundy, FRANCE
$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2026-2034)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

A fresh, juicy red to dark fruited Burgundy that shows good length.
From a single vineyard with vines planted between 1963 and 1982. Deep dark red black tinged core with a red to dark red hue. Perfumed like aromatics of violet, red to dark cherry, strawberry and red liquorice blossom out of the glass. Whiffs of earth, fresh herbs and spicy vanillin cedar ensue. Juicy red to dark cherry, strawberry and red liquorice fruits unfold across the palate with some dried herb, vanillin cedar and subtle spicy earth elements the undercard. Bright youthful acidity and fine grained tannins with a fresh red fruited finish that shows good length.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2023 Mr Riggs J.F.R. Shiraz

McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2026-2034)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Formerly known simply as Mr Riggs Shiraz, beginning with the 2018 vintage this wine was re-branded J.F.R. as a tribute to winemaker Ben Riggs father. Fruit is sourced from three of McLaren Vale’s iconic Shiraz vineyards; Piebald Gully, Gateway and Martins Vineyard. Maturation took place in a mixture of 85% French oak and 15% American oak with 35% being new oak.
Rich, velvety and seductive, this is a magnificent McLaren Vale Shiraz that delivers a powerhouse of flavour.
Dense inky black heart with a deep dark red black hue. Potent aromas of blackberry, liquorice, dark plum and dark chocolate waft out of the glass trailed by some vanillin oak, subtle earthy mocha and spice notes. Rich, densely concentrated and velvety, the weighty palate delivers a powerhouse of flavour with plush blackberry, liquorice and dark plum fruits engulfing the mouth. Vanillin oak, dark chocolate, earthy mocha and spice nuances take a back seat. Beautifully integrated, super polished tannins have an underlying sturdiness. Opulent and deep, it boasts an ultra long finish that’s pure seduction.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2022 Domaine des Escaravailles Heritage 1924 Rasteau

Rasteau, Southern Rhone, FRANCE
$54. 99
Bottle
$659.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)

ABV: 15%

Closure: Cork

A superb old vine Grenache that delivers a barrage of succulent fruit and pepper with explosive force.
This wine comes from a single vineyard of Grenache called “Les Fouquesses”, planted in 1924, with blue clay soils at a high altitude. Deep dark red black tinged core with a dark red hue. Pepper infused aromas of dark raspberry, liquorice and dark cherry sail through the nostrils followed by some scorched earth, dried meat and provincial herb notes. Rich succulent dark to black raspberry, liquorice and dark cherry fruits explode across the palate with great power. Infusions of provincial herbs, scorched earth and blackpepper extend further off into the distance. Energetic acidity and ripe chewy tannins lend freshness and a muscular feel to the long, super juicy, pepper infused conclusion.
Drink over the next 6-8 years
Alc. 15%
Other Reviews…..
Like the 2021, the 2022 Rasteau Héritage 1924 is all Grenache from the oldest vines on the estate. Aged 9 months in concrete tank, its deeper ruby hue is followed by a rocking perfumed of red and blue fruits, peppery herbs, incense, violets, and subtle spice nuances. With medium-bodied richness, a round, layered mouthfeel, and a great finish, it should shine for a solid 8-10 years if well stored. This beauty will give many a top Châteauneuf du Pape a run for its money.
92-94 Points
JebDunnuck.com

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2023 Te Mata Estate Awatea Cabernets Merlot

Hawkes Bay, NEW ZEALAND
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

An elegant, red fruited Bordeaux style blend.
A blend of 52% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc. Deep black dark red core with a bright red to dark red hue. Red to black currant and red liquorice aromas stream from the glass trailed by some spicy vanillin cedar, delicate tobacco, mulberry and dried herb notes. The elegant, mid weighted palate is well endowed with rich red currant and mulberry fruits which meld into a dusty vanillin cedar, subtle tobacco and spicy dried herb back drop. Fine grained tannins with good underlying freshness and a refined medium to long conclusion.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 13.5%
Other Reviews…..
A juicy and delicious red with plums, dark cherries and blackcurrants as well as fresh flowers. Medium-bodied, it has a lovely, creamy texture and a savory finish. Hints of dried oranges and blossoms. Soft and crunchy finish. 52% merlot, 33% cabernet sauvignon and 15% cabernet franc. Drink or hold.
94 Points
JamesSuckling.com
52% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc. 30% new oak. This is has the highest Merlot component of any Awatea to date (since 2007 at least, and maybe ever, though I don’t have any details prior to that vintage). Now closed with a DIAM cork, though next vintage it will come in a bottle with a longer neck, like Coleraine, so a longer DIAM can be used. Release date is March 2025.
Plum, raspberry, boysenberry, a slight Cab Franc and/or vintage grassiness, nutty and pencilly, with some floral notes, aniseed and spice. Medium-bodied, bramble fruit (fresh raspberry in particular), some ripe tomato tang, tobacco, a bit of grainy chew to tannin, but the line of acidity is so lovely and crisp – rain-washed and fresh – offering a distinct ‘mineral’ character. Length is excellent. It’s understated, with a classic feel, a sort of bright ‘luncheon claret thing happening, or so I think. It has perfume and presence. So while it’s a somewhat different expression of Awatea, I still like it very much. In summary, it’s a lovely wine to drink. Drink 2026-2035+
94 Points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

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2024 Dominique Portet Fontaine Cabernets

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2026-2034)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

A trophy winning Bordeaux style blend that’s both savoury and elegant, delivering terrific value.
A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 6% Malbec and 5% Cabernet Franc matured in French oak (20% new) for a period of 12 months. Dense inky black heart with a vibrant purple red hue. Escaping out of the glass are lifted aromatics of blackcurrant and mulberry infused with black olive. Cedary tobacco, dusty earth and bay leaf notes ensue. Rich blackcurrant and mulberry fruits are layered across the mid weighted palate with subtle cigar box, black olive, earth and dried herb characters lying in the background. Fine grained tannin structure with a savoury conclusion that’s both long and elegant. Trophy winner for best red wine of Show at the 2025 Yarra Valley Wine Show.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 13.5%
Other Reviews….
A blend of 60/29/6/5% cabernet sauvignon/merlot/malbec/cabernet franc. Matured in 15% French oak. An excellent edition of this perennially good and well-priced wine. A deep, bright crimson purple. Explodes from the glass with ripe blackcurrant fruit, violets and a hint of cedar. Medium bodied, with excellent verve and silky (for cabernet) long-chained tannins. Great now and over the next four to six years. One of the Yarra's absolutely best buys. Drink by 2032.
95 Points
Philip Rich – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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2022 Bud Burst Shiraz

Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2026-2031)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Rich, plush and concentrated with a long chewy finish.
Dense inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Aromas of aniseed, dark plum and dark chocolate flood the nostrils followed by some toasty vanillin oak, fennel and peppered earth notes. Rich plush liquorice, dark plum and fennel flavours swamp the full bodied palate with vanillin oak, earthy mocha and pepper elements the undercard. Deep and concentrated it has a sturdy tannin structure and long amply fleshed yet chewy finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2024 Te Mata Estate Pinot Noir

Hawkes Bay, NEW ZEALAND
$44. 99
Bottle
$539.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Supple red to dark fruits with a long, juicy yet savoury finish.
Dark red core with black shaded edges and a red to dark red hue. Perfumed aromas of violet, red cherry and strawberry sail out of the glass trailed by subtle anise, fresh herb, forest floor and spice notes. Delicious red to dark cherry and strawberry fruits flow supplely across the palate with notions of forest floor, dried herbs and spicy cedar lying in the background. Polished tannins with a long, juicy yet savoury finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%
Other Reviews……
A very direct and serious pinot noir that delivers beautifully pure strawberry and cherry character with hints of spices such as cloves. It’s medium-bodied with firm, lightly chewy tannins and a touch of smoke and matchstick at the end. Drink now. Screw cap.
93 Points
JamesSuckling.com

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Sunburn Burnt Butter & Coconut Flavoured Whisky Liqueur (700ml)

South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$62. 99
Bottle
$755.88 Dozen

ABV: 30%

From the team at 78 Degrees. Not a topical product for sunburn, rather a liqueur meant to evoke feelings of summer at the beach. The producers say "it tastes like your favourite oaty, buttery biscuit, but with a whisky fire like opening your car door on a 40 degree day". The first bit is certainly true. This liqueur delivers on its promise with an evocative marriage of soft, wood-aged spirit, Anzac biscuits and dried coconut flavours that capture a lazy, summer beach vibe. The quality and flavour definition makes it a standalone sipper, alternatively, try it in tropical cocktails where coconut is key. 30% Alc./Vol.

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78 Degrees Sunshine State Gin (700ml)

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$78. 99
Bottle
$947.88 Dozen

ABV: 42%

Drawing inspiration from Queensland’s hot climate & tropical produce, this release was created to celebrate the opening of the 78˚ Brisbane bar, 'Purple Palm'. Marrying juicy mangoes, pineapples & passionfruit balanced by refreshing citrus, happily, it still tastes like gin rather than a sweet flavoured vodka; there's a judicious handling of the fruits with semi-ripe pineapple and dried mango merely suggested, followed by a subtle pineapple sweetness and a touch of passionfruit sorbet. Remains reserved until the end, leaving you wanting for the next sip. A deliciously accessible summer option for gin lovers. 42% Alc./Vol.

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78 Degrees Chocolate Gin (700ml)

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

ABV: 42%

While the distinct notes of a traditional gin are still present, the infusion of leftover cacao husks from the chocolate-making process gives this gin a rich, velvety undertone of bittersweet chocolate. Native wattleseed and Riverland oranges further enhance the profile, lending a subtle sweetness and depth. The rich, smooth taste of dark chocolate takes centre stage, while the bright tone of Jaffa orange provides a refreshing contrast, and the toasted wattleseed lends a nutty undertone. Lending a rich chocolate note to classic cocktails, Chocolate Gin is also great partnered with a light tonic or ginger ale. 42% Alc./Vol.

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78 Degrees Australian Dry Gin (700ml)

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 42%

A bright, citrus-forward gin with underlying spices, complemented by a zesty, medium dry finish where citrus peel and pith bring an attractive freshness. While juniper plays second fiddle, this is nicely balanced for modern Martinis or paired with a mixer and citrus garnish. 42% Alc./Vol.

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Belgrove Distillery Wholly Shit Cask Strength Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml)

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$189. 99
Bottle
$2279.88 Dozen

ABV: 59.7%

Another novel expression from Belgrove, made from barley grown and malted on site, then cold-smoked by burning sheep dung. Maturation took place in a single second-fill American oak cask. 59.7% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... Nose: Very elegant smokiness due to the cold smoking; the grain beautifully shines through after the smoke. Packed with hazelnut-chocolate notes, and Perello Manzanilla olives (call me crazy!). Palate: Exceptionally light and gives serious summer vibes! The sweetness trickles slowly across the front palate, then a gentle warmth with hints of sweet smoke fills the mouth, giving off notes of cigars (think a light Cohiba). At a natural cask strength of 59.7%, it’s insanely smooth and lingers for light-years!!

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Janneau Napoleon Grand Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

A blend of Ugni Blanc, Bacco and Folle Blanche eaux de vie from Bas Armagnac and Tenarèze wines, aged mostly in Limousin oak casks. A wonderful bouquet features lifted aromas of sweet oak and rich, weighty scents of marzipan, cherry tobacco, raisin bread and new leather. There’s classic Armagnac concentration, yet it's contemporary and accessible - soft, round and supple, conjuring flavours of prune, cocoa and honey - sweet, but not overly so - and poised to finish dry with late suggestions of almonds, leather and dates. The length is good. The balance is impeccable. The price is a no-brainer. 40% Alc./Vol.
More about this house...Janneau was founded in 1851 by Pierre Etienne Janneau, then passed through four generations until Cognac giant, Martell, purchased the family property in the early 1970s. Significant investments in new equipment expanded the maison's capacity making it one of the most important production plants and storage facilities in the region. In 1993, the Giovinettis bought Janneau with the intention of returning the house to its original status as a family-run business. Janneau continues to be distinguished from other producers in their use of two types of distillation: both continuous and double.

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2022 Nicks Secret PE HLS Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon

Coonawarra, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
Reduced from $120.00
$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 10 Years (2025-2035)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Cork

From the same highly acclaimed estate that produced the 2022 Nicks Secret PE STYN Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, comes this, their flagship offering that normally commands a $120.00 price tag. Made by the 2024 James Halliday’s Wine Companion’s winemaker of the year, it has quality stamped all over it’s DNA. At around a third of it’s normal asking price, this is rare opportunity to acquire a top echelon Coonawarra Cabernet at an amazing price.
An imposing Coonawarra Cabernet that combines richness and power with serious structure.
Midnight black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Potent aromas of blackcurrant, liquorice and ripe mulberry engulf the olfactory senses with complimenting notes of spicy vanillin cedar, tobacco, earthy dark chocolate and subtle mint ensuing. Rich, full bodied and structural, the palate is flooded with ripe blackcurrant fruit which melds into a mulberry, dark chocolate, delicate mint, earth, vanillin cedar and subtle spicy tobacco back drop. Concentrated and powerful, it possesses a firm, muscular tannin framework which imposes a grippy feel across the long, robust yet densely fruited finish. An outstanding example of Coonawarra Cabernet that has a long life ahead of it.
Drink over the next 8-10 years.
Alc. 14.5%
Other Reviews….
A blend of three parcels, everything about this wine screams quality, ……. Wine like this deserves the unfurling and awakening that comes with a slow decant, so take the time to open this and stay awhile. Begins with cassis and just-picked blackberries, salted plum and red pepper strands, pink peppercorns and tobacco leaf. Oak licks in around the edges with cumin, caraway and a dusting of nutmeg, while a ribbon of red cherry makes a mid-palate appearance. Tannins, oh the tannins – what a display of grace and power. This is made of guts and glory and will age like great cabernet sauvignon should, over decades. Drink by 2038.
97 Points
Shanteh Wale – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion
Note: this wine comes packaged without it’s traditional wax seal and has no capsule.

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1966 Janneau Vintage Collection Grand Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$499. 00
Bottle
$5988.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

In a world of wood-aged spirits distilled from raw materials throughout the year, Armagnac stands out as a product of viticulture, subject to annual growth cycles and variations inherent to 'vintages'. Blending multiple harvests to create a consistent house style remains common, however vintage-dated Armagnacs are another thing - distilled from a single harvest, grapes are moulded by the year’s climatic conditions, partly determining outturn and quality. Vines are cultivated to obtain acidic wines, low in alcohol, resulting in fruity and floral eaux-de-vie. Most vintages are potentially marketable, however it's not a standard practise. Eaux-de-vie from a single year requires particular care and attention. Distillation and ageing must be adapted to capture the individual character of the distillate, and the Cellar Master must decide on the period it should spend in new oak. The minimum is ten years (unlike blends), but if the Armagnac is deemed capable of extended ageing, it might mean 20, 50 or even 100 years in barrel. Thus, with experience and patience, these bottlings can enter the realm of top-tier spirits.
Connoisseurs love Vintage Armagnacs because they have the ability to surprise - or at the very least - deliver more distinctive profiles than a mass blended brandy. Producers classify their diversity into five primary tastes – spices, fruits, bakery, floral, and green – with three different weights, ranging from “fine, light, and easy to drink” to “classic, rich, and well-balanced,” up to the "more powerful and expressive" vintages.
Because they're prominently labelled with the year of production, these gems have become hugely popular as gifts whereby birthdays and anniversaries can be marked by a singular bottle - a way to turn back the clock via a liquid time capsule, rekindle memories and reflect. If you're lucky enough to secure a Vintage Armagnac but aren't ready to open it, store it upright so the alcohol doesn't attack the cork, in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, there's no hurry to finish it. These spirits don't oxidise quickly like a wine or Vintage Port, but they are best consumed within a few years, as recommended by the BNIA (Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac).

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1996 Janneau Vintage Collection Grand Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$250. 00
Bottle
$3000.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

In a world of wood-aged spirits distilled from raw materials throughout the year, Armagnac stands out as a product of viticulture, subject to annual growth cycles and variations inherent to 'vintages'. Blending multiple harvests to create a consistent house style remains common, however vintage-dated Armagnacs are another thing - distilled from a single harvest, grapes are moulded by the year’s climatic conditions, partly determining outturn and quality. Vines are cultivated to obtain acidic wines, low in alcohol, resulting in fruity and floral eaux-de-vie. Most vintages are potentially marketable, however it's not a standard practise. Eaux-de-vie from a single year requires particular care and attention. Distillation and ageing must be adapted to capture the individual character of the distillate, and the Cellar Master must decide on the period it should spend in new oak. The minimum is ten years (unlike blends), but if the Armagnac is deemed capable of extended ageing, it might mean 20, 50 or even 100 years in barrel. Thus, with experience and patience, these bottlings can enter the realm of top-tier spirits.
Connoisseurs love Vintage Armagnacs because they have the ability to surprise - or at the very least - deliver more distinctive profiles than a mass blended brandy. Producers classify their diversity into five primary tastes – spices, fruits, bakery, floral, and green – with three different weights, ranging from “fine, light, and easy to drink” to “classic, rich, and well-balanced,” up to the "more powerful and expressive" vintages.
Because they're prominently labelled with the year of production, these gems have become hugely popular as gifts whereby birthdays and anniversaries can be marked by a singular bottle - a way to turn back the clock via a liquid time capsule, rekindle memories and reflect. If you're lucky enough to secure a Vintage Armagnac but aren't ready to open it, store it upright so the alcohol doesn't attack the cork, in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, there's no hurry to finish it. These spirits don't oxidise quickly like a wine or Vintage Port, but they are best consumed within a few years, as recommended by the BNIA (Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac).

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1964 Janneau Vintage Collection Grand Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$550. 00
Bottle
$6600.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

1964 is a very rare year - indeed, one of the rarest of the decade with stocks now extremely low.
In a world of wood-aged spirits distilled from raw materials throughout the year, Armagnac stands out as a product of viticulture, subject to annual growth cycles and variations inherent to 'vintages'. Blending multiple harvests to create a consistent house style remains common, however vintage-dated Armagnacs are another thing - distilled from a single harvest, grapes are moulded by the year’s climatic conditions, partly determining outturn and quality. Vines are cultivated to obtain acidic wines, low in alcohol, resulting in fruity and floral eaux-de-vie. Most vintages are potentially marketable, however it's not a standard practise. Eaux-de-vie from a single year requires particular care and attention. Distillation and ageing must be adapted to capture the individual character of the distillate, and the Cellar Master must decide on the period it should spend in new oak. The minimum is ten years (unlike blends), but if the Armagnac is deemed capable of extended ageing, it might mean 20, 50 or even 100 years in barrel. Thus, with experience and patience, these bottlings can enter the realm of top-tier spirits.
Connoisseurs love Vintage Armagnacs because they have the ability to surprise - or at the very least - deliver more distinctive profiles than a mass blended brandy. Producers classify their diversity into five primary tastes – spices, fruits, bakery, floral, and green – with three different weights, ranging from “fine, light, and easy to drink” to “classic, rich, and well-balanced,” up to the "more powerful and expressive" vintages.
Because they're prominently labelled with the year of production, these gems have become hugely popular as gifts whereby birthdays and anniversaries can be marked by a singular bottle - a way to turn back the clock via a liquid time capsule, rekindle memories and reflect. If you're lucky enough to secure a Vintage Armagnac but aren't ready to open it, store it upright so the alcohol doesn't attack the cork, in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, there's no hurry to finish it. These spirits don't oxidise quickly like a wine or Vintage Port, but they are best consumed within a few years, as recommended by the BNIA (Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac).

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Sullivans Cove Single Cask TD0807 French Oak Ex-Apera Single Malt Australian Whisky (700ml)

Hobart, Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$550. 00
Bottle
$6600.00 Dozen

ABV: 51%

Not quite the expected Apera matured Australian whisky profile: The sherry feels muted, the flavours suggesting oily, unsweetened peanut brittle dusted with cocoa, followed by spicy oak and hints of roasted chestnuts. Medium bodied. Keeps you coming back, as time in the glass develops a malty sweetness with a delicate fruitiness shining through. 51% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered. Filled November 2015 and bottled February 2025. 337 bottles produced.

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1994 Janneau Vintage Collection Grand Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

1994 was considered a solid year in Armagnac. Production was significant so there's a lot of choice and styles vary depending on the houses. The brandies released to date are described as exuberant and very expressive.
In a world of wood-aged spirits distilled from raw materials throughout the year, Armagnac stands out as a product of viticulture, subject to annual growth cycles and variations inherent to 'vintages'. Blending multiple harvests to create a consistent house style remains common, however vintage-dated Armagnacs are another thing - distilled from a single harvest, grapes are moulded by the year’s climatic conditions, partly determining outturn and quality. Vines are cultivated to obtain acidic wines, low in alcohol, resulting in fruity and floral eaux-de-vie. Most vintages are potentially marketable, however it's not a standard practise. Eaux-de-vie from a single year requires particular care and attention. Distillation and ageing must be adapted to capture the individual character of the distillate, and the Cellar Master must decide on the period it should spend in new oak. The minimum is ten years (unlike blends), but if the Armagnac is deemed capable of extended ageing, it might mean 20, 50 or even 100 years in barrel. Thus, with experience and patience, these bottlings can enter the realm of top-tier spirits.
Connoisseurs love Vintage Armagnacs because they have the ability to surprise - or at the very least - deliver more distinctive profiles than a mass blended brandy. Producers classify their diversity into five primary tastes – spices, fruits, bakery, floral, and green – with three different weights, ranging from “fine, light, and easy to drink” to “classic, rich, and well-balanced,” up to the "more powerful and expressive" vintages.
Because they're prominently labelled with the year of production, these gems have become hugely popular as gifts whereby birthdays and anniversaries can be marked by a singular bottle - a way to turn back the clock via a liquid time capsule, rekindle memories and reflect. If you're lucky enough to secure a Vintage Armagnac but aren't ready to open it, store it upright so the alcohol doesn't attack the cork, in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, there's no hurry to finish it. These spirits don't oxidise quickly like a wine or Vintage Port, but they are best consumed within a few years, as recommended by the BNIA (Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac).

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1984 Janneau Vintage Collection Grand Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Vineyards suffered heavy frosts in 1984, so production was well down making this vintage quite rare. The producers hadn’t seen such disastrous frosts like it since 1977. Bottles released to date reportedly offer notes of candied fruits and rancio.
In a world of wood-aged spirits distilled from raw materials throughout the year, Armagnac stands out as a product of viticulture, subject to annual growth cycles and variations inherent to 'vintages'. Blending multiple harvests to create a consistent house style remains common, however vintage-dated Armagnacs are another thing - distilled from a single harvest, grapes are moulded by the year’s climatic conditions, partly determining outturn and quality. Vines are cultivated to obtain acidic wines, low in alcohol, resulting in fruity and floral eaux-de-vie. Most vintages are potentially marketable, however it's not a standard practise. Eaux-de-vie from a single year requires particular care and attention. Distillation and ageing must be adapted to capture the individual character of the distillate, and the Cellar Master must decide on the period it should spend in new oak. The minimum is ten years (unlike blends), but if the Armagnac is deemed capable of extended ageing, it might mean 20, 50 or even 100 years in barrel. Thus, with experience and patience, these bottlings can enter the realm of top-tier spirits.
Connoisseurs love Vintage Armagnacs because they have the ability to surprise - or at the very least - deliver more distinctive profiles than a mass blended brandy. Producers classify their diversity into five primary tastes – spices, fruits, bakery, floral, and green – with three different weights, ranging from “fine, light, and easy to drink” to “classic, rich, and well-balanced,” up to the "more powerful and expressive" vintages.
Because they're prominently labelled with the year of production, these gems have become hugely popular as gifts whereby birthdays and anniversaries can be marked by a singular bottle - a way to turn back the clock via a liquid time capsule, rekindle memories and reflect. If you're lucky enough to secure a Vintage Armagnac but aren't ready to open it, store it upright so the alcohol doesn't attack the cork, in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, there's no hurry to finish it. These spirits don't oxidise quickly like a wine or Vintage Port, but they are best consumed within a few years, as recommended by the BNIA (Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac).

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1974 Janneau Vintage Collection Grand Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$399. 00
Bottle
$4788.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Described as a vintage of variety, the '74s recently released show impressive maturity with mellow perfumes. Generally considered great quality and value for money.
In a world of wood-aged spirits distilled from raw materials throughout the year, Armagnac stands out as a product of viticulture, subject to annual growth cycles and variations inherent to 'vintages'. Blending multiple harvests to create a consistent house style remains common, however vintage-dated Armagnacs are another thing - distilled from a single harvest, grapes are moulded by the year’s climatic conditions, partly determining outturn and quality. Vines are cultivated to obtain acidic wines, low in alcohol, resulting in fruity and floral eaux-de-vie. Most vintages are potentially marketable, however it's not a standard practise. Eaux-de-vie from a single year requires particular care and attention. Distillation and ageing must be adapted to capture the individual character of the distillate, and the Cellar Master must decide on the period it should spend in new oak. The minimum is ten years (unlike blends), but if the Armagnac is deemed capable of extended ageing, it might mean 20, 50 or even 100 years in barrel. Thus, with experience and patience, these bottlings can enter the realm of top-tier spirits.
Connoisseurs love Vintage Armagnacs because they have the ability to surprise - or at the very least - deliver more distinctive profiles than a mass blended brandy. Producers classify their diversity into five primary tastes – spices, fruits, bakery, floral, and green – with three different weights, ranging from “fine, light, and easy to drink” to “classic, rich, and well-balanced,” up to the "more powerful and expressive" vintages.
Because they're prominently labelled with the year of production, these gems have become hugely popular as gifts whereby birthdays and anniversaries can be marked by a singular bottle - a way to turn back the clock via a liquid time capsule, rekindle memories and reflect. If you're lucky enough to secure a Vintage Armagnac but aren't ready to open it, store it upright so the alcohol doesn't attack the cork, in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, there's no hurry to finish it. These spirits don't oxidise quickly like a wine or Vintage Port, but they are best consumed within a few years, as recommended by the BNIA (Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac).

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1986 Janneau Vintage Collection Grand Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

In a world of wood-aged spirits distilled from raw materials throughout the year, Armagnac stands out as a product of viticulture, subject to annual growth cycles and variations inherent to 'vintages'. Blending multiple harvests to create a consistent house style remains common, however vintage-dated Armagnacs are another thing - distilled from a single harvest, grapes are moulded by the year’s climatic conditions, partly determining outturn and quality. Vines are cultivated to obtain acidic wines, low in alcohol, resulting in fruity and floral eaux-de-vie. Most vintages are potentially marketable, however it's not a standard practise. Eaux-de-vie from a single year requires particular care and attention. Distillation and ageing must be adapted to capture the individual character of the distillate, and the Cellar Master must decide on the period it should spend in new oak. The minimum is ten years (unlike blends), but if the Armagnac is deemed capable of extended ageing, it might mean 20, 50 or even 100 years in barrel. Thus, with experience and patience, these bottlings can enter the realm of top-tier spirits.
Connoisseurs love Vintage Armagnacs because they have the ability to surprise - or at the very least - deliver more distinctive profiles than a mass blended brandy. Producers classify their diversity into five primary tastes – spices, fruits, bakery, floral, and green – with three different weights, ranging from “fine, light, and easy to drink” to “classic, rich, and well-balanced,” up to the "more powerful and expressive" vintages.
Because they're prominently labelled with the year of production, these gems have become hugely popular as gifts whereby birthdays and anniversaries can be marked by a singular bottle - a way to turn back the clock via a liquid time capsule, rekindle memories and reflect. If you're lucky enough to secure a Vintage Armagnac but aren't ready to open it, store it upright so the alcohol doesn't attack the cork, in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, there's no hurry to finish it. These spirits don't oxidise quickly like a wine or Vintage Port, but they are best consumed within a few years, as recommended by the BNIA (Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac).

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1973 Janneau Vintage Collection Grand Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$399. 00
Bottle
$4788.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

In a world of wood-aged spirits distilled from raw materials throughout the year, Armagnac stands out as a product of viticulture, subject to annual growth cycles and variations inherent to 'vintages'. Blending multiple harvests to create a consistent house style remains common, however vintage-dated Armagnacs are another thing - distilled from a single harvest, grapes are moulded by the year’s climatic conditions, partly determining outturn and quality. Vines are cultivated to obtain acidic wines, low in alcohol, resulting in fruity and floral eaux-de-vie. Most vintages are potentially marketable, however it's not a standard practise. Eaux-de-vie from a single year requires particular care and attention. Distillation and ageing must be adapted to capture the individual character of the distillate, and the Cellar Master must decide on the period it should spend in new oak. The minimum is ten years (unlike blends), but if the Armagnac is deemed capable of extended ageing, it might mean 20, 50 or even 100 years in barrel. Thus, with experience and patience, these bottlings can enter the realm of top-tier spirits.
Connoisseurs love Vintage Armagnacs because they have the ability to surprise - or at the very least - deliver more distinctive profiles than a mass blended brandy. Producers classify their diversity into five primary tastes – spices, fruits, bakery, floral, and green – with three different weights, ranging from “fine, light, and easy to drink” to “classic, rich, and well-balanced,” up to the "more powerful and expressive" vintages.
Because they're prominently labelled with the year of production, these gems have become hugely popular as gifts whereby birthdays and anniversaries can be marked by a singular bottle - a way to turn back the clock via a liquid time capsule, rekindle memories and reflect. If you're lucky enough to secure a Vintage Armagnac but aren't ready to open it, store it upright so the alcohol doesn't attack the cork, in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, there's no hurry to finish it. These spirits don't oxidise quickly like a wine or Vintage Port, but they are best consumed within a few years, as recommended by the BNIA (Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac).

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2019 Pierre Gonon Saint Joseph

Saint Joseph, Northern Rhone, FRANCE
$250. 00
Bottle
$3000.00 Dozen

ABV: 14%

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
Gonon's 2019 Saint Joseph retains the typical floral signature on the nose, but it is more dark-fruited than usual, with notes of black cherries, blackberries and even black olives. It's medium to full-bodied, the first vintage recorded over 14% alcohol, according to Jean Gonon (14.2%). Concentrated, rich and velvety in feel, it boasts a long, gently chewy finish and should age well. Drink 2025-2038.
94+ points
Joe Czerwinski - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
I am totally hooked by the flamboyance of the 2019 Saint-Joseph. Vinified with around 90% whole-clusters and checking in at 14.2% alcohol, the 2019 bursts with pronounced intensity of black cherry, blackberry, raspberry, crushed violets, licorice and earthy gradations. Discrete pencil shaving nuances add a ferrous dimension. Showing slightly grippier tannins compared to the more polished 2020, I suspect the 2019 will need a few more years to come around. Hitting the palate with a juicy core of ripe black fruits all balanced by refreshing acidity, this is a sexy Saint-Joseph that will stand the test of time. Drink 2028-2037.
95 points
Nicolas Greinacher - Vinous
Moving to the flagship, the 2019 Saint Joseph got a big “wow” in my notes, and this is the finest wine I’ve tasted from these hard-working brothers. Awesome red and black fruits, ground pepper, and hints of game and meatiness all emerge from the glass, and it’s medium to full-bodied on the palate, with perfect balance, silky tannins, and one heck of a finish. This brilliant Saint Joseph is one of the top wines in the appellation and can be enjoyed any time over the coming 15 years. Drink 2022-2037.
96 points
Jeb Dunnuck
Incredibly open and vibrant aromatics of black olive tapenade, bay leaf and rosemary. Mouth-filling but without excessive weight, this is juicy and fresh. Finishing dry, this is a wine that’s entirely satisfying, delicious and sweetly fruited, with good acidity and length. Simply a brilliant wine, no matter how you measure it. Drink 2022-2034.
96 points
Matt Walls - Decanter

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2018 Pierre Gonon Saint Joseph

Saint Joseph, Northern Rhone, FRANCE
$250. 00
Bottle
$3000.00 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
More floral and red fruited than the 2019, Gonon's 2018 Saint Joseph is a medium to full-bodied effort that will please fans of this exemplary estate. Cherries and raspberries are joined by hints of violets and mint on the nose, while the medium to full-bodied palate is starting to close down just a bit and show firm but ripe and silky tannins on the long, mouthwatering finish. Try to avoid opening a bottle for another few years, as the first flattering flush of youth is fast giving way to sullen adolescence. Drink 2025-2038.
94 points
Joe Czerwinski - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Deep violet. Intensely perfumed, mineral-accented aromas of red and blue fruit preserves, licorice, exotic spices and potpourri, along with an exotic suggestion of incense. Stains the palate with concentrated black raspberry, cassis, bitter cherry and fruitcake flavors that are given spicy lift by a suggestion of white pepper. A violet pastille nuance emerges with aeration and carries through an extremely long, youthfully tannic finish that shows outstanding definition and mineral thrust. Drink 2026-2036.
95 points
Josh Raynolds - Vinous
Cut from the same cloth as the 2019, the 2018 Saint Joseph is a dark, powerful, medium to full-bodied effort that has the sunny, ripe style of the vintage balanced beautifully by purity and freshness. Violets, spring flowers, bay leaf, and pepper-laced darker berry fruits give way to a polished, seamless Saint Joseph with terrific tannins and a great mid-palate. Both the 2018 and 2019 are terrific wines, with the 2019 showing just a touch more structure.
94 points
Jeb Dunnuck
Deeply aromatic with violets and Kalamata olives, it's wildly resinous with a touch of black cherry. Medium- to full-bodied, it's more concentrated and fresher than most Saint-Josephs this year. It has the classic depth and texture of Gonon's Saint-Joseph, thick and alive, like a jungle. Very long finish with a floral lift. A big vintage here - increasingly the norm. Better freshness and lower alcohol heat than most in 2019. Drink 2023-2030.
95 points
Matt Walls - Decanter

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2024 Artis Jacopin Chardonnay

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Medium bodied with a fleshy texture and a refined, energetic finish.
Matured in seasoned French oak barrels on lees for a period of 10 months with 40% of the wine going through malo-latic fermentation. Brilliant pale straw colour with green highlighted edges and a watery hue. Nectarine, peach and citrus aromas are followed by whiffs of dried honey, biscuity nougat and spice. Fleshy white peach, nectarine and melon fruits carry medium body weight and ample freshness with notions of citrusy nougat, delicate biscuit and spice also evident. The long, refined finish showing plenty of energy.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13%

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2015 Signatory Vintage Glen Spey 9 Year Old 100 Proof Edition #37 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
$119. 99
Bottle
$1439.88 Dozen

ABV: 57.1%

Considered by several whisky writers as "one of the most 'obscure' distilleries in Scotland", Glen Spey would have continued to slip under the radar of malt chasers, had it not been for a handful of favourable releases. Formerly known as the "Mill of Rothes", it was built in 1878 by James Stuart & Co (who later went on to buy the Macallan distillery). Always intended as a filler for blends, as with its neighbour, Glen Grant, pot stills are equipped with "purifiers", redirecting some vapour to reflux within the still to produce a less feinty and lighter spirit. This edition was matured in a first-fill sherry butt. 57.1% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered.
Other reviews... Always these very affordable series from Signatory, with that heavily worked sherry that perhaps doesn’t always let the character of the distillate shine through, but does its job very, very well. Colour: full gold. Nose: ah this is pretty, there's a touch of exhaust fumes (not pleasant in the street but sometimes rather charming in your glass), then green walnuts, cherry stalks, and peach leaves. A few hints of satay sauce, followed by pear cake. With water: marked saponification but it fades quickly, then comes a mix of Indian spices, think tandoori seasoning. Mouth (neat): surprising, on mustard, pepper, tar and dark chocolate, quite the unusual trio. With water: this time, beyond the Indian spices, there's candied ginger and fir bud. Really very unusual. Finish: long, and there's even a flavour of poppadums at the end. Comments: very hard to categorise, this isn't your typical sherry cask. In any case, it feels much more Indian than those super Indian malt whiskies, ha. 84 points - whiskyfun.com

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Glenglassaugh Octaves Classic Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
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$129. 99
Bottle
$1559.88 Dozen

ABV: 44%

Scotch whisky lovers will be familiar with the concept of octaves. As with the Quarter Cask approach, essentially, the smaller barrel volume creates more wood-whisky interaction, soaking up barrel characteristics faster. While the rapid wood influence adds more vanilla and spice, it requires careful management to avoid over-oaking, which is why octaves are typically employed to 'refine' whiskies, improving colour and adding complexity over months as a finishing, rather than a full term process. Glenglassaugh take the concept to an extreme! According to the producers, expect "A delicious combination of citrus and sweet notes". Non chill filtered and natural colour. 44% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... I’ve tried quite a few octaves by other makers that had been too new-oaky (vanilla, coconut, and basta), but let’s see… Colour: pale gold. Nose: it’s got a ‘crafty’ side for sure, with a youth that shines through (porridge, pears) and some half-sweet, half-spicy oak, very ‘American’. Vanilla, ginger cake, then rather butterscotch and crème brulée. The earthy/bready touches in the background work well, this is not a new-oak bomb. Mouth: a creamy mouth feel, it almost flows like honey, and a very pleasant acidic sweetness mingle with grassy oak. Citron liqueur and green tea, pepper, a few grassy eau-de-vie-ish notes (I’ve distilled spent lees on day, the result had a few similar notes), some bay leaves perhaps… The oak’s influence never stops growing and rather makes me think of European oak this time. But I doubt it’s European oak. Finish: rather long, really grassy and bitter, not in a bad way at all. Herb cordial. The vanilla is back in the aftertaste and comes with oranges or citrons. Comments: a good example of some young malt from some active oak. This time, balance has been found. 78 points - whiskyfun.com

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Glenglassaugh Octaves Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
Reduced from $139.99
$129. 99
Bottle
$1559.88 Dozen

ABV: 44%

Distilled from richly peated malted barley, this whisky has been matured in octave casks, made from staves of a used cask. Octaves are approximately 1/8th the size of a butt. The smaller cask allows for more interaction between the wood and the spirit, giving the whisky a great depth of flavour in a short period of time. Bottled at 44%, non chill filtered and natural colour. Expect a delicate, sweet peated stye.
Other reviews... Colour: gold. Nose: could one use a mix of curry powder and antiseptic to smoke malted barley? Odd question, I know, but I do get quite some curry and quite some antiseptic, which is a combination that’s not as, well, as odd as you would think. Then we find more bandages and lemon juice, which is all fine. It’s actually got something slightly Laphroaiggy, not a bad benchmark for sure. Mouth: it’s not that I’m a peat head (I can hear you!), but the young distillate offered more resistance to the octaves, and the oak’s grassy/gingery side seems to be better integrated. Nice notes of lemongrass too, but the medicinal side has been lost on the palate. After all, Glenglassaugh’s not quite a coastal distillery, is it (I know some industry people are claiming that the whole of Scotland is coastal, which should imply that the place where you mature your whiskies does not matter. A long debate, not for here and not for now…) Finish: rather long, balanced, zesty/grassy and smoky. More ginger and pepper again in the aftertaste, that’s the octaves. Comments: a solid effort. 80 points - whiskyfun.com

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