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    2020 Produttori del Barbaresco Pora Riserva Barbaresco
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $190. 00
    Bottle
    $2280.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Proximity to the Tanaro River creates a unique microclimate for the Pora, as well as a relative warmth in the early morning hours due to its proximity to the valley floor. The slightly higher soil fertility here gives to the wine a smoother character, with soft tannins and aromas that usually tend to open up in the early years of life. Pora is also one of the most historical vineyards in Barbaresco, as it was part of the property of Domizio Cavazza.

    Other Reviews...
    This is the first wine served in a flight of nine that increase in intensity and power moving forward. The Produttori del Barbaresco 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Pora opens to a medium-light color with garnet highlights. Aromas include wild cherry, cassis and blue flower. You also get hints of crushed limestone. The Pora vineyard is near the Tanaro River Valley, where warm air accumulates, and the vines are planted in fertile soils. The extra heat and humidity of the area makes for accessible wines that are ready to drink and are less complex overall. Drink 2025-2045.
    93 points
    Monica Larner - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

    The 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Pora is aromatic, effusive and quite charming. Crushed flowers, spice, leather, tobacco and cedar lend notable inner sweetness. Medium in body and gracious, the Pora is pretty approachable today, although it will be better with a few years in bottle. This is a very beautiful, vivid Pora and a fine introduction to the Riservas. Drink 2025-2035.
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    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    The 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Poracome from a cru that lies closer to the Tanaro River, with more fertile soils, which lends it the slightly more open and easygoing feel that’s typical of this site. It sports a youthful red color in the glass and opens to notes of preserved cranberry, mossy forest floor, dried spice, and pressed flowers. Medium-bodied, it floats on the palate with a medium frame, fine tannins, and a weightless feel. It’s more open and approachable at this stage but will drink well over the coming 12-15 years. There were 20,000 bottles produced. Drink 2025-2040.
    94 points
    Audrey Frick - jebdunnuck.com

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    2020 Produttori del Barbaresco Rabaja Riserva Barbaresco
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $190. 00
    Bottle
    $2280.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Rabajà produces a quintessential Barbaresco, one of the most complete and balanced of the single vineyards. The vineyard lies between the two main ridges that form the Barbaresco village, one starting at Rabajà and going West towards the Tanaro River and the other one that goes from Rabajà to Ovello, South to North. The meeting of these two different soils give Rabajà its incredible complexity. Bordering both Asili and Muncagota it combines the personality of those two great vineyards with and extra richness due to the South/West warm exposure.

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    In this vintage, the Rabajà was served last in a series of nine Riservas; that's because it shows the most structure and power over a very defined and sharp mouthfeel. The Produttori del Barbaresco 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rabajà is streamlined and tight and a wine of enormous energy. The fruit is crunchy and tight with cassis and blackberry. A pretty mineral note defines Rabajà, giving it a chalky or powdery sensations on the close. Drink 2026-2050.
    95 points
    Monica Larner - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

    The 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rabajà is another stellar wine in this range. Dark and explosive, the 2021 possesses notable richness to match its dark, brooding personality. Black cherry, plum, leather, cloves, menthol, licorice and gravel explode onto the palate. The 2020 will require a measure of patience, but it has a ton of potential. Drink 2025-2035.
    97 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    Boasting a deep youthful red color and a very complete nose at this early tasting, the 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rabaja is brooding with dark aromas of ripe cherry, espresso crema, and leather, balanced with brighter highlights of red flowers, dusty earth, and fresh mint. The palate has a good deal of focus on the palate, with ripe and precise acidity, refined tannins, and a long finish. It is an impressive wine that I would encourage readers to seek out. Drink 2025-2050.
    98 points
    Audrey Frick - jebdunnuck.com

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    2020 Produttori del Barbaresco Rio Sordo Riserva Barbaresco
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $190. 00
    Bottle
    $2280.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Not far from the Tanaro River lies Rio Sordo, in the southern part of the Barbaresco village. The light limestone soil with relatively low calcium content (compared to other areas of Barbaresco) produces wines where tannins are never dominant, instead they show a silky quality on the palate that makes them extremely attractive and seductive, never imposing and always elegant. Behind the smooth elegance however, lies a core of powerful structure and very well balanced tannins that give to the Rio Sordo its complexity and longevity.

    Other Reviews...
    The Produttori del Barbaresco 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo comes from an area that is further removed from the Tanaro River and has southwestern exposures. It shows a typical profile for Nebbiolo with rich fruit, a velvety mouthfeel and textural volume that is delivered with ample blackberry, blackcurrant and spice. The character of this wine is generous and rich. There is plenty of meat on these bones. Drink 2026-2050.
    94 points
    Monica Larner - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

    The 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo is pretty closed today, which is probably a very good sign for its aging prospects, as this site tends to produce wines that are more open than this. Dark cherry, plum, leather, incense and tobacco offer a decidedly somber expression of Rio Sordo. The 2020 clearly needs time. Drink 2025-2035.
    94 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    The nose of the 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo is quite expressive and spiced, showing very nicely with ripe aromas of wild raspberries, cherries, fresh herbs, and blood orange spice. The palate gains in intensity, with good energy and a mineral drive. A very successful wine in this vintage, it’s going to have plenty of life over the next 15-20 years. 13,333 bottles were produced. Drink 2025-2045.
    96 points
    Audrey Frick - jebdunnuck.com

    The GlenAllachie Meikle Tòir The Sherry One 5 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $124. 99
    Bottle
    $1499.88 Dozen
    ABV: 48%

    "For a 5 year-old this is complex and rewarding. My favourite so far. " - whiskynotes.be

    Producing peated whiskies was always in the pipeline for Master Distiller, Billy Walker. The dream is now a reality. His new series named 'Meikle Tor' (which means "Big pursuit") is a first for The GlenAllachie and has had a staggered release in Australia. Finally, most of the range is here, (mostly) differentiated by cask type, including The Original One, The Chinquapin One and now The Sherry One - the latter considered a high point for value. Some say it even beats Lagavulin 16 year old. Initially aged in American oak followed by PX and Oloroso Sherry puncheons for three years, the spirit is peated to 35 PPM. Walker employs a remarkably long 160-hour fermentation and uses mainland peat from St. Fergus (think Ardmore), imbuing a sweet and smoky profile. Production takes place for around six weeks per year. The whisky is bottled at 48% and is non-chill filtered, further enhancing the bang for your buck.

    Other reviews... It’s that warming, soothing smoke acting as a through line for all these whiskies so far. The Sherry One is enhanced by the ex-Oloroso and ex-Pedro Ximénez puncheons. Punching above its weight. - wordsofwhisky.com

    ...Overall the Oloroso and PX puncheons are quite balanced and the peat is big enough to keep the upper hand. For a 5 year-old this is complex and rewarding. My favourite so far. - whiskynotes.be

    Aged in a mix of oloroso and Pedro Ximenez sherry puncheons. The nose is dusty and dark with baking cocoa and fresh brewed coffee. A lift of citrus – blood orange and eventually sticky marmalade – arrives with time in the glass, but it never gets much beyond those dark roasted notes, all of which are accentuated by smoldering smoke and mild incense. The palate starts out lush with dark berries and treacle but dries out a little on the midpalate with notes of char and walnut skins before settling into a warm balance on a generous finish of fig jam, silky milk chocolate, and candied orange peel. - drinkhacker.com

    Marionette Amaretto Liqueur (500ml)
    AUSTRALIA
    $59. 99
    Bottle
    $719.88 Dozen
    ABV: 25%

    Almonds from the Keen family's lush biodynamic orchards on the Murray, macerated with a lick of golden syrup and a dash of salt are at the heart of Marionette's Amaretto. A marzipan character from Goulburn Valley apricot kernels, held over from Marionette Apricot Brandy and Muscat from Australia's fortified-wine heartland of Rutherglen round out this cocktail staple. Unflocked and only lightly filtered, creating a hazy liqueur packed full of natural flavour, this Amaretto is rich and nutty with a touch of marzipan, bolstered by varietal raisin notes from the Muscat. Enjoy it in a Mai Tai, Godfather, or Amaretto Sour, or try using it as a substitute for orgeat in cocktails. 25% Alc./Vol.

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    2022 Nicks Secret AC Blewitt Springs Syrah
    McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    Reduced from $54.99
    $32. 99
    Bottle
    $395.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    From a renown McLaren Vale winery, this is one of their flagship cuvees which is only released in top years. Sitting at an altitude of 200 metres the Blewitt Springs sub region normally ripens 1-2 weeks later than most other areas in McLaren Vale producing refined wines that have a silken feel and gorgeous layers of rich blue to black fruit.

    Sleek and glossy textured this is a gorgeous marriage of opulence and finesse.

    Midnight black heart with a dark purple black tinged hue. Wafting out of the glass are seductive aromas of blackberry, liquorice and dark plum which are complimented by spicy vanillin cedar, traces of dark chocolate, earth and peppered fennel notes. A rich, silky flow of dark plum, liquorice and blackberry fruits caress the full bodied yet wonderfully refined and polished palate. Vanillin cedar, subtle earthy dark chocolate and peppered fennel accents line the back half. Outstanding in it’s power and depth, it possesses velvety tannins and a long glossy textured finish that marries opulence with finesse.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

    Other Reviews….
    From three sandy sites, two planted in the '70s and one the late '90s; 14% whole bunch in the final blend; matured in French barrels (12% new) and a 2600L foudre. This is the most aromatic and lifted of the triad of single-site syrah in this range, which is unsurprising given the sandy soils. It doesn’t lack for depth and intensity though, the fruits simply more red, blurring a little into black, the structure tautly tensioned, the finale pleasingly brisk. Sour plum and cherry, tart blackberry, clove and pepper, struck rock, iron and black tea. It’s a lovely expression, just starting to suggest some tertiary perfume, which promises to build appealingly. It’s very good. Drink by 2035.
    96 Points
    Marcus Ellis – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

    An impressive nose of blackberries, dried kelp, violets and licorice. The structure is a taut coil, like a spring contracting and expanding across gritty, detailed tannins melded to saline acidity. Iodine reduction, nicely handled. Full-weighted but detailed and classy. Drinkable now, but best from 2027. Screw cap.
    95 Points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    Kitajima Strawberry Yuzushu (720ml)
    Shiga, JAPAN
    $64. 99
    Bottle
    $779.88 Dozen
    ABV: 7%
    Closure: Screw Cap

    A new twist in the yuzushu space this time sees Shiga brewers Kitajima mix Shizuoka's famous Beni Hoppe strawberries with sake and fresh yuzu juice. Lush and viscous in the glass, the fresh strawberry notes are delicate, layered with guava, watermelon, and meringue. Strawberries and cream dominate the initial tasting, leading to tropical guava juice, while the deft yuzu citrus lift at the finish works wonders to keep this bright and refreshing. A moreish aperitif chilled on its own, it would also excel in strawberry cocktails or even topped with prosecco for a gorgeous pink toned spritz. 7% Alc./Vol. Refrigerate after opening.

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    2024 Warrabilla Parola’s Limited Release Durif
    Rutherglen, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $44. 99
    Bottle
    $539.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 16.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A formidable Durif that boasts imposing power and structure.

    Matured for 11 months in new French and American oak puncheons. Super saturated inky black heart with an equally deep black dark red hue – about as densely coloured as a wine can get. Potent ripe morello cherry, liquorice, dark chocolate and vanillin oak aromas waft through the nostrils followed by hints of ripe blueberry and spice. Rich, mouth coating ripe morello cherry, liquorice and dark plum flavours are framed by vibrant acidity and muscular tannins. Spicy vanillin oak, earth and blueberry elements linger underneath. Despite it’s pedal to the metal power, it finishes remarkably fresh, long and juicy with a stern structure.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 16.5%

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    2013 Lady of the Glen Glenlossie Single Cask #5306 11 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $139. 99
    Bottle
    $1679.88 Dozen
    ABV: 58.4%

    A less fruity style of Glenlossie which could be put down to the three year Oloroso spell that has added a dried peel tang. Otherwise, concentrated, nippy and a little tannic. Attractive touches of dry triple sec lift the finish, the aftertaste flattening with caramel and milk chocolate in tow. 261 bottles at 58.4% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Notes from the bottlers... A light bodied distillate and a fairly modern style of Speyside whisky where the vast majority of output is destined for blends, we rescued this cask from mediocrity. More than 3 year finish in our famous oloroso cask sourced from Hidalgo cooperage in Spain has offered the spirit a softer side of ex-sherry with more of a toffee and caramel character rather than the expected Christmas cake and dried fruit notes. Tasting revealed - pastel de nata, black tea and orange zest.

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    2024 Mulline Pinot Noir
    Geelong, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $34. 99
    Bottle
    $419.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Light, fresh and elegant in its flow across the palate with a stony like feel to the tannins and a savoury finish.

    Semi translucent dark red core with black toned edges and a light red hue. Fragrant scents of violet, red to dark cherry and strawberry infused with dried clove evolve out of the glass followed by some forest floor, rhubarb and spicy bramble like notes. Light, fresh and elegant in its flow across the palate, spicy red cherry and strawberry fruits are offset against dried clove, bramble and forest floor elements. Supple with a stony like feel to the tannins it has a savoury medium to long conclusion.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 12.5%

    Other Reviews….
    A four-vineyard, six-clone blend; 20% wholes bunches, 15% new oak. A bright crimson red. A lifted bouquet redolent of summer red fruits, poached rhubarb, rose bush and white pepper. The energetic palate is light to medium bodied with the wine's fine-grained tannins and bright acidity making for a delicious and refreshing mouthful. Good, nay, great now and over the next 3–4 years. Drink by 2028.
    95 Points
    Philip Rich - James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    2022 Tellurian Tranter Shiraz
    Heathcote, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $39. 99
    Bottle
    $479.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 14.8%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Rich with a mildly firm feel concluding long, fresh and succulent with an air of refinement.

    Impenetrable inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Pronounced aromas of dark plum and liquorice are joined by spicy vanillin cedar, graphite, fennel and subtle peppered earth notes. Rich dark plum, liquorice and blackberry fruits are delivered with plenty of concentration over a spicy vanillin cedar, fennel and peppered earth back drop. A sturdy yet well integrated tannin structure imparts a mildly firm feel. Concludes long, fresh and succulent with an air of refinement.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 14.8%

    Other Reviews…..
    Heathcote shiraz that brings both the expected ripe, black-fruited intensity of the region's number-one red grape variety balanced with a high degree of elegance. It's a most attractive combination. Lifted aromatics of plum, black cherry and cassis with heady spices and gentle toasty oak. It sits easily, flows effortlessly, but, boy, there is so much life here. It's the best of both worlds: for now and beyond. Drink by 2036.
    95 Points
    Jeni Port – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    2022 Elk Wines Fairholme Field Blend
    Langhorne Creek, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $32. 99
    Bottle
    $395.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A red fruited blend with a refined mid length finish.

    A blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Shiraz and 30% Merlot. Totally opaque black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Elevated ripe dark plum and blackcurrant aromas mix with cedary tobacco, mulberry and spicy dried herb notes. Medium bodied the palate features red plum, mulberry and red currant fruits over a cedary tobacco and spicy dried herb back drop. Fine grained tannins with a refined mid length finish.
    Drink over the next 4-5 years.
    Alc. 14%

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    2021 Auld Family Wines Wilberforce Cabernet Shiraz
    Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $17. 99
    Bottle
    $215.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A rich, lush medium to full bodied blend with a long velvety, choc mint infused finish.

    A blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Shiraz matured for 16 months in French oak (25% new). Midnight black core with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Sailing out of the glass with ample intensity are dark plum, liquorice and minty black currant aromas followed by spicy vanillin cedar and earthy tobacco notes. Rich and lush, the medium to full bodied palate features succulent blackberry, liquorice and blackcurrant fruits over a spicy vanillin cedar, earthy tobacco and choc mint infused back drop. Polished tannins with a long velvety, choc mint infused finish.
    Drink over the next 4-5 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

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    From the Barossa, and from a stellar vintage, this example of the great Aussie blend of Cabernet and Shiraz is a wine representing seriously good value. The colour is an opaque maroon. This is a fabulously fragrant red with the nose revealing notes of black cherries, florals, spices, blackcurrants, aniseed and violets. The wine is finely balanced, with a sleek texture, bright acidity and excellent length. Love it. Terrific now and any time over the next ten years. Such good buying. Drink 2025-2035.
    94 Points
    Ken Gargett – WinePilot.com

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    2024 Mulline Chardonnay
    Geelong, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $34. 99
    Bottle
    $419.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Elegant but nicely shaped with a long slate edged finish.

    Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish toned edges and a watery hue. Nosing reveals scents of of white peach infused with a mix of graphite, wet slate and gun flint like notes followed by some faint dried honey and oyster shell elements. Elegant but nicely shaped, white peach, pear and delicate dried honey flavours are featured over a back drop of wet slate, oyster shell and a graphite like minerality. Nicely integrated acidity with a long, fleshy, slate edged finish.
    Drink over the next 4-5 years.
    Alc. 12.5%

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    A blend of fruit from the Moorabool Valley, Barrabool Hills and Bellarine Peninsulas in Geelong. The boys at Mulline have nailed this new and well-priced addition to the range. Gently saline, with aromas of perfectly ripened white peaches. The palate is simultaneously fleshy, structured and long. A wine to buy by the case and enjoy over the next three to four years. Drink by 2028.
    95 Points
    Philip Rich - James Halliday’s Wine Companion

    Park Eclat Bleute Pineau des Charentes (750ml)
    Cognac, FRANCE
    $52. 99
    Bottle
    $635.88 Dozen
    ABV: 17%

    A fusion of fresh grape juice and carefully chosen cognacs, matured for a minimum of 18 months in oak barrels. Expect notes of apricot, ripe figs and nuts. It can be enjoyed over ice or crafted into delightful cocktails. Also works well when paired with tonic. 17% Alc./Vol.

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    2024 Ad Hoc Cruel Mistress Pinot Noir
    Pemberton, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $19. 99
    Bottle
    $239.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    The Pemberton region in Western Australia is renown for it’s Pinot Noir. Winemaker Larry Cherubino utilises his local knowledge and relationships with growers to consistently produce the Cruel Mistress Pinot at a level that delivers exceptional value for money.
    Fruit was fermented using a combination of wild fermentation and selected yeasts. Maturation took place in 1-3 year old French oak barrels for 6 months.

    Consistently one of the country’s best value Pinots, the Cruel Mistress once again delivers the goods.

    Semi translucent red to dark red colour with black toned edges and a light red hue. Showing good aromatic lift, the nose offers up dark cherry, strawberry and rhubarb scents followed by some dried herb, bramble and spicy earth notes. A supple flow of cherry, strawberry and rhubarb flavours are layered across the delicious palate with impressive intensity. Lying underneath are notions of anise, spicy cedar, dried herb and subtle earthy bramble elements. Polished tannins with a long juicy finish that’s quite moreish. Delivers the goods yet again – fantastic value.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 13%

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    2024 Mulline Sutherlands Creek Pinot Noir
    Geelong, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $59. 99
    Bottle
    $719.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Savoury, supple and spicy with plenty of whole bunch characters threaded through it.

    Semi translucent red to dark red colour with black toned edges and a light red hue. Intense violet, red to dark cherry and strawberry scents are offset by a prominent dried clove presence. Smoked meat, forest floor and spicy rhubarb notes are also evident. Savoury red cherry, strawberry and rhubarb fruits carry a strong whole bunch influence with dried clove, smoked meat, forest floor and spice elements extending across the back half. Possessing polished tannins and a supple texture it has a long and very spicy finish.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 12.5%

    Other Reviews….
    A single-vineyard wine planted with MV6 and Abel clones in the late '90s; 20% whole bunches. A bright crimson. Elegant and restrained with aromas of red cherry, rose petals and spices such as Sichuan pepper and star anise together with a little new-oak pencil-shaving scents. The palate is similarly elegant and fine boned and I like the way this keeps building as it sits in the glass. The tannins are superfine and persistent. The most reticent, perhaps, of the five single-vineyard wines but a wine that will no doubt age superbly. Drink by 2032.
    96 Points
    Philip Rich – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    2018 Paracombe Shiraz
    Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $22. 99
    Bottle
    $275.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Rich and earthy with a ripe meaty feel.

    Matured for 20 months in French oak. Dense inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Elevated plummy aromas mix with liquorice, vanillin cedar, faint scorched earth and pepper. Rich and earthy, the palate features dark plum and liquorice fruits over vanillin cedar and peppered meats. Ripe meaty feel with slightly chewy tannins and a long generous finish.
    Drink over the next 4-5 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

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    2022 Brokenwood Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot
    AUSTRALIA
    $34. 99
    Bottle
    $419.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A savoury mid weighted blend that’s rich and amply powered yet refined in its feel.

    A blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon and 34% Merlot sourced from McLaren Vale and Margaret River. Matured in French oak barriques for 18 months. Midnight black core with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Enchanting red to black currant, red liquorice and mulberry scents infused with bay leaf are trailed by some vanillin cedar, dusty earth and spice notes. Rich and amply powered yet refined in its feel, the mid weighted palate is decorated with ripe red to black currant, mulberry and red liquorice fruits. Spicy vanillin cedar, dusty earth, subtle black olive, tobacco and bay leaf elements extend across the back half. Fine grained tannins with a long savoury red to dark fruited finish that shows plenty of spice.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

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    2013 Signatory Vintage Bunnahabhain (Staoisha) 11 Year Old Decanter Collection Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Islay, SCOTLAND
    $119. 99
    Bottle
    $1439.88 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    Although there are more releases in Europe, heavily peated Bunnah' (aka Staoisha) is just beginning to make it to our shores and it's gaining popularity fast. Typically super-tasty, they're also a great alternative to smokey Islays that seem to be ever-increasing in price. Style-wise they vary from bottling to bottling, sometimes conjuring Ledaig, others appealling to fans of malts like Ardmore or Caol Ila. This will be all the more flavoursome for having been matured in first-fill sherry butts. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... A wonderful smoky and sherry-accented Bunnahabhain. A powerful entry and a very long finish. - whiskybase.com

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    2023 The Little Wine Company Sangiovese
    Hilltops, New South Wales, AUSTRALIA
    $26. 99
    Bottle
    $323.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Light to medium weight with bright acidity, slightly chalky tannins and an elegant, red fruited finish.

    Dark red in colour with black shaded edges and a red to dark red hue. Spicy red currant aromas intermix with dusty earth, faint tobacco and dried herb notes. Light to medium weight, red cherry and red currant fruits are underpinned by bright acidity with some earth and spicy dried herb characters extending across the back half. Slightly chalky tannins with an elegant red fruited finish that has plenty of energy to it.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 13%

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    2014 Signatory Vintage Ben Nevis 9 Year Old Decanter Collection Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    It seems Signatory have added yet another tier to their portfolio, though it may be more to do with packaging than anything else. "The Decanter Collection" are limited runs bottled in the now familiar heavy-glass Ibisco decanters, originally reserved for cask strength Edradours. They certainly look luxe on the bar shelf, and they're a pleasure to pour from. This young Ben Nevis was drawn from second fill oloroso sherry butts at 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... I like it better than the 8-year-old predecessor. Even though it is only one year older, this one is much more harmonious and balanced without any intrusive alcohol sharpness. The sherry is subtle and stays in the background, an honest Ben Nevis. - whiskybase.com

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    2022 Greenock Creek Apricot Block Shiraz
    Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $76. 99
    Bottle
    $923.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 15%
    Closure: Cork

    Rich, full and decadent, this is a thick, opulently textured Shiraz.

    Super dense pitch black core with an equally deep dark red black hue. Potent ripe blackberry, dark plum, liquorice and dark chocolate aromas engulf the nostrils followed by some toasty vanillin oak, mocha and spice notes. Rich, full and decadent, the palate is drenched in lavish layers of dark plum, blackberry, liquorice and dark chocolate fruit. Toasty vanillin oak, earthy mocha and spice characters line the back half. Thick and opulently textured it has a sturdy yet velvet like tannin structure. Superb power and depth with a long sumptuous finish.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 15%

    Other Reviews…..
    Deep magenta/purple. As per the estate style, off-the-charts fruit purity here. Doris plum, dark cherry and blueberry fruits of considerable concentration and ripeness. Layers of baking spices, dark chocolate, crème de cassis, vanilla bean, cedar, pipe tobacco, dried citrus, quince paste, brandied fruits and nutty oak. Full bodied with fine, cascading tannins and a real sense of latent power. Drink by 2038.
    95 Points
    Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    • Special Order Product – Delayed Dispatch
    2022 Max & Me Springton Vineyard Old Vine Grenache
    Eden Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $52. 99
    Bottle
    $635.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 13.3%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A light, energetic red fruited Grenache.

    From vines over 150 years old. Dark red core with black toned edges and a bright red hue. Delightful red raspberry, red liquorice and cherry aromas greet the nostrils with some crushed rock, fresh herb and pepper notes also evident. Light and energetic the palate features red cherry, red raspberry and red liquorice fruits underpinned by fresh crunchy acidity. Infusions of fresh herbs and pepper ensue. Fine grained tannins with a finish that’s light, brisk and elegant.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 13.3%

    Other Reviews…..
    A new release in the Max & Me quiver, which is sourced from a 'very famous' 150-plus-year-old vineyard east of Springton. I'm pretty sure Phil is referring to the Stonegarden vineyard, which many of the Barossa's top producers use as a source of amazing fruit. Vivid and zesty with impressively pure plum and red berry fruits, a plume of gingery spice and hints of cola, citrus blossom and red licorice. Great velocity and chalky tannin grip all add up to a great little first run for this new wine. Very nice! Drink by 2030.
    94 Points
    Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

    There is delicious purity to this 2022 Grenache Old Vine Springton Vineyard, It delivers a pretty array of aromas. Layers of raspberry and wild strawberry aromas are lifted by touches of Chinese five spice and red licorice. Beautifully textured and fleshy, with a gentle grip, it offers a creamy texture thanks to excellent fruit volume and intriguing charcuterie and fennel seed layers. Whole bunch tannins rise up to provide the backbone to a lengthy finish. The 2022 is ultra-modern and will offer plenty for the patient over the medium term. Drink 2024-2032.
    93 Points
    Angus Hughson - Vinous

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    2024 Mulline Portarlington Pinot Noir
    Geelong, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $59. 99
    Bottle
    $719.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Light and vibrant yet powerful finishing long, elegant and energised.

    Deep dark red black tinged core with a dark red hue. Lovely nose with a perfumed violet like top notes followed by a mix of red to dark cherry, strawberry and anise aromas. Lending further interest are spicy cedar, forest floor and dried herb scents. Light and vibrant in its feel yet possessing plenty of power, the delicious palate is decorated with sour to red cherry, winter strawberry and subtle anise flavours infused with fresh herbs. Forest floor, spicy cedar and crushed rock like elements sit underneath. Polished yet stony like tannins with a gentle tang to the acidity. Finishes long, elegant and energised.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 12.5%

    Other Reviews…..
    A single vineyard located right on the water in Port Arlington. All '98-planted MV6 clones; 30% whole bunches, 25% new oak. A deep ruby red. Concentrated with dark fruits, earth, licorice root and a little iodine. Similarly rich on the flavoursome, still closed, but even and well-structured palate that finishes with a burst of robust, meaty tannins. It'll need some time but, rest assured, your patience will be rewarded. Drink by 2035.
    96 Points
    Philip Rich – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    2024 Mulline Sutherlands Creek Chardonnay
    Geelong, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $59. 99
    Bottle
    $719.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Long and fleshy with a slate like feel to the finish.

    Brilliant pale straw colour with a subtle greenish tinge to the edges and a watery hue. Wet slate infused aromas of white peach and pear are trailed by some lime, oyster shell and gun flint notes. Delicious pear, white peach and dried honey flavours expand across the palate with a cream tinged textural feel. Subtle notions of lime, roasted hazelnut, wet slate and infusions of gun flint are also evident. Concludes long and fleshy with a slate like feel to the flinty saline laced aftertaste.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 13%

    Other Reviews…..
    From a 10,000-vines-per-ha close-planted vineyard in the Moorabool Valley. Matured in 30% new French and Austrian puncheons. 20% mlf. A complex amalgam of white nectarine, crushed rocks, gentle vanillin and pressed flowers. Textured, saline and beautifully balanced. Now firmly one of the region's very best chardonnays and a wine that will provide lots of pleasure now and over the next five to seven years. Drink by 2030.
    97 Points
    Philip Rich – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

    The Mulline crew have made some exquisite wines in recent years and this 2024 Sutherlands Creek Chardonnay continues that run.
    There’s texture and flavour here but it’s the drive through the finish that really elevates the pulse. This chardonnay really does power on. It’s a complex wine with flint, popcorn, roasted nut and grilled peach flavours running into sweet spice, smoky bacon and meal. It announces itself straight up, and then keeps on going through the finish. Top stuff. Excellent wine. Drink 2027-2032+
    95+ Points
    Campbell Mattinson – The Wine Front

    This wine’s tension and nerve are incredible. Aromas of lemon zest, phosphorus, chalk, apple blossoms, sable biscuits and baking spices. The palate balances freshness and power with a textural, mid-weighted mouthfeel and linear acidity, coming from 30% malolactic fermentation and 20% new oak barrique. Drink or hold.
    96 points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    2016 Terrazas de Los Andes Parcel N 2W Los Castanos Malbec
    Mendoza, ARGENTINA
    $160. 00
    Bottle
    $1920.00 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Cork

    Rich yet muscular in it’s feel with a robust tannin structure.

    Dense inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Spicy red to black currant and liquorice aromas mix with earthy black olive, dried herb, vanillin cedar and graphite like notes. Rich blackcurrant and liquorice fruits are framed by a robust tannin structure which imparts a muscular feel across the back half. Dried herb, earthy graphite, black olive and spicy vanillin cedar elements lie underneath. The long, stern yet deeply fruited finish carrying a graphite edge.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 14%

    Other Reviews….
    Very floral, showing roses and lavender bush. Dark fruit, as well. Full-bodied, round yet reserved with very finely grained tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Always in finesse. Drink or hold.
    96 Points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    2024 Chateau Leoville Barton Pre-Arrival Offer
    Saint Julien, Bordeaux, FRANCE
    $165. 00
    Bottle
    $1980.00 Dozen
    Closure: Cork

    Once part of a much larger vineyard that included Chateau Leoville Las Cases and Chateau Leoville Poyferre, Second Growth producer Chateau Leoville Barton now spans 47 hectares and is owned by the same family as Chateau Langoa Barton. In fact, there is no Chateau on the property, and the image on the label is actually that of Langoa Barton where the wines are made. Wines from this property are traditional and sturdy in style, and the best vintages can require decades to reach their peak. Vineyards are planted to 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, and 3% Cabernet Franc.

    Other Reviews....
    A serious wine that will delight patient purists, but which also showcases the new levels of purity and precision that this estate has been attaining since completion of the new winery, the 2024 Léoville Barton is a blend of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc. Unwinding in the glass with notes of cassis, plums, pencil shavings and violets, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and impressively concentrated, with a taut but nicely integrated profile, concluding with a pure, penetrating finish.
    92-94 points
    William Kelley - Wine Advocate

    The 2024 Léoville Barton is a very beautiful wine. Black cherry, plum, lavender, new leather, graphite, crushed rocks, mocha and spice all meld together. A wine of classical build, Léoville Barton is also wonderfully deep and expressive. Today, all of its energy is directed inwards, but there is a lot of wine here. I can't wait to taste this from bottle. Tasted two times. Drink 2034-2049.
    93-95 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    A classic Bordeaux that shows finesse and poise. This is understated, with a medium body, lovely texture and acidity, freshness and brightness. It shows firm tannins that aren't chewy. Very long and honest, with pure fruit. 92% cabernet sauvignon, 6% merlot and 2% cabernet franc.
    95-96 points
    Zekun Shuai - JamesSuckling.com

    The 2024 Château Léoville Barton is based on 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc. It's a classic Léoville Barton that brings to mind the vintages of the 1980s and 1990s, but with greater purity and precision. Aromas of cassis, ripe cherries, graphite, spicy wood, and loamy earth all emerge from the glass. Medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, it has fine tannins, integrated acidity, and a seamless mouthfeel.
    91-94 points
    Jeb Dunnuck

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    2021 Denton Nebbiolo
    Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $49. 99
    Bottle
    $599.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Diam Cork

    Medium bodied Nebbiolo that shows good flesh and richness whilst still being relatively sturdy in structure.

    Dark red heart with black shaded edges and a dark red hue. Red cherry and red liquorice scents mix with hints of rose petal, leather, earth and spicy dried herb notes. Rich, juicy red to dark cherry and red liquorice fruits carry medium body weight and a fleshy feel across the palate. Infusions of fresh herbs, earth and delicate spicy leather nuances extend across the back half. Relatively polished yet sturdy tannin structure showing good freshness through the long savoury finish.
    Drink over the next 4-5 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

    Other Reviews…..
    Various clones and two picks that were both fermented and left on skins. Pressed to 500L French oak puncheons (20% new) and left unsulfured for 18 months prior to bottling. A bright, medium garnet. Perfumed and poised on the nose with its bouquet of morello cherries, red plums, dried flowers, tobacco and orange zest. Even better on the medium-bodied and very persistent palate. Textured and long-finishing with very fine, polished tannins. Bravissimo! Drink by 2032.
    97 Points
    Philip Rich – James Halliday’s Wine Companion

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    2024 Mulline Portarlington Chardonnay
    Geelong, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $59. 99
    Bottle
    $719.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Mulline is the creation of two Bens, Mullen and Hine, who set out to showcase exciting single site expressions from the Geelong region with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir at its core. Ben Mullen heads up the winemaking and prior to setting up Mulline cut his teeth at the likes of Domaine Dujac, Yarra Yering, Oakridge, Leeuwin Estate, Torbreck, Clyde Park & Craggy Range.

    A rich, beautifully fleshed yet refined Chardonnay that has an exquisitely long and complex finish.

    Brilliant pale straw colour with a faint greenish tinge around the outskirts and a watery hue. Attractive aromatics of white peach, nectarine and dried honey are delivered with ample power and complimented by cashew, biscuity nougat and subtle gun flint notes. Rich and beautifully fleshed yet refined in its feel, the mid weighted palate is layered with white peach, nectarine, dried honey and cashew flavours. Biscuity nougat and gun flint elements lend further nuance across the back half. Terrific intensity and drive with a perfectly balanced freshness echoing through the long exquisitely finessed and complex finish.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 13%

    Other Reviews…..
    From a vineyard on the water in Port Arlington planted in '94. 20% new French barriques; 15% mlf. Mulline took full control of the vineyard in '23, and it now shows in what's the best Port Arlington Chardonnay I've tasted. Aromas of perfectly ripened stone fruits, orange blossom and a touch of sea spray precede the chalky, nicely concentrated and very well-balanced palate. A delight to consume now and over the next three to five years plus. Drink by 2032.
    97 points
    Philip Rich - James Halliday’s Wine Companion

    Chardonnay from a 20+-year-old vineyard.
    This is an absolute belter. Straight to the pool room with this one. It’s saline, driven by white peach, neatly tucked with oak and then exceptionally focussed and sustained through the finish. From all angles this wine is a definite yes. We’re onto something pretty special here. Don’t hesitate. Drink 2026-2031+
    96 points
    Campbell Mattinson – The Wine Front

    This wine sits on the edge of reduction, with mineral-edged notes of struck matches, lemon zest, grapefruit, sea spray, chalk and biscuits. The palate is mid-weighted with a textural mouthfeel and striking acidity that carries underlying power and tension. Grown 200 meters from the ocean, which adds a saline edge. 20% malolactic fermentation has left an electric drive. Drink or hold. Screw cap.
    96 points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire & Sherry Casks & Cask Strength 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Islay, SCOTLAND
    Reduced from $179.99
    $159. 99
    Bottle
    $1919.88 Dozen
    ABV: 54.9%

    Peat and sherry are a great combo, and if you've tasted similar expressions from the Elements of Islay range, you'll already know that the team behind Atom Brands tend to do it very well. This is understood to be the cask strength version of the Seaweed & Aeons 10 year old Sherry Cask edition, featuring the same smoky Islay single malt, though instead of just 25% of it being finished in sherry casks, the entirety of the whisky was. Around 1200 units are offered per batch, this one landing at 54.9% Alc./Vol. and bottled without chill filtration.

    Other reviews... [Batch 2 tasted] This one is full sherry finished. Colour: orangey amber. Nose: a notable gear shift, this is much creamier and displays a more velvety smokiness. Resinous hardwoods, smoked teas, verbena, eucalyptus, tea tree oil and smoked meats. The sherry sits behind the peat and doesn't feel too jarring, it's rather more about wood spice and peat smoke together I would say. With water: softer spice tones, coal dust, bonfire embers and this impression of medicinal herbs. Mouth: a similarly easy arrival, all on soft wood spices, smoked teas, sweet peat smoke, natural tars, wood resins, putty and aniseed. More impressions of herbal cough syrups and things like hessian and wormwood. I like it a lot but it strays very close to being a little too wood-dominant for me. With water: not too sure with water, I think it loses a little definition and the alignment between peat and wood goes slightly awry. There's still plenty of sooty and peaty 'oomph' about it though. Finish: rather long, all menthol tobaccos, bitter herbal extracts, spices, liquorice and tar. Comments: this one veers about quite a lot. Lots of emphatic, peaty pleasures to be had, but for me the wood is a tad too much here. However if you enjoy this rather creamy, spicy modern wood-forward style then you'll probably have a blast. Quite clever wee concoctions these Seaweed things, I would say. 86 points - whiskyfun.com

    Notes from the bottlers... Nose: Oatcakes, vegetal peat, hot Ribena, assorted BBQ meats, molasses, clove-studded orange, and just a hint of chocolate mousse. Palate: Cinder toffee, cinnamon, peat still shining through, a slow build of red grape and jammy raisin, with some citrus lift. A subtle touch of singed hay later on. Finish Meaty malt returns, with warm oak in support. The red grape tannins continue and last on the finish. Overall: A top expression that shows what can happen when peat and sherry meet without clashing against each other.

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    2023 Lowestoft Estate Chardonnay - Last Stocks
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $67. 99
    Bottle
    $815.88 Dozen
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Lowestoft is one of Tasmania’s most exciting producers, home to some of the region’s oldest vines, planted in 1986 just outside Hobart. Since Kiwi-born Liam McElhinney took the reins in 2020, the estate’s reputation has soared—most notably with La Maison Pinot Noir, which took out the prestigious Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy in 2023. With mature vines, precision winemaking and growing acclaim, Lowestoft is fast becoming a producer to watch in Tasmanian wine.
    Sourced from 78% Tasman Peninsula and 22% East Coast fruit, the 2023 Chardonnay was hand-picked, chilled, and whole-bunch pressed to seasoned 300L French oak. Wild fermented with solids, the wine was handled in two parts—half sulphured post-ferment, half stirred on lees without SO₂ for three months—before 9 months’ maturation and blending. Taut and mealy expect notes of ripe nectarine, grapefruit zest, cashew and flint, this is a Chardonnay of tension, texture, and precision.
    Alc. 13%

    Other Reviews....
    Coal River Valley chardonnay, whole-bunch pressed into seasoned French oak (300L) for wild ferment before maturing for nine months in oak prior to blending and bottling. Pale straw, with vibrant aromas of grapefruit, white peach and nectarine cut with hints of struck-match complexity, spiced oatmeal, almond paste and riverstone. There's a lot going on here. It's like an orchestra; you can hear it as a whole but are able to delineate and pick out individual instruments, politely golf (orchestra?) clapping as you go, marvelling at the tautly stretched fruit canvas, umami-rich acid line and overall composition and drive. A cracker. Drink 2024-2034.
    96 Points
    Dave Brookes - Halliday's Australian Wine Companion

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    2022 Lowestoft Jacoben Single Vineyard Pinot Noir
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Lowestoft is one of Tasmania’s most exciting producers, home to some of the region’s oldest vines, planted in 1986 just outside Hobart. Since Kiwi-born Liam McElhinney took the reins in 2020, the estate’s reputation has soared—most notably with La Maison Pinot Noir, which took out the prestigious Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy in 2023. With mature vines, precision winemaking and growing acclaim, Lowestoft is fast becoming a producer to watch in Tasmanian wine.
    Sourced from a south-facing, fog-cooled site north of the Derwent River, the 2022 Jacoben Pinot Noir is fermented with 15% whole bunch and matured in large format French oak (25% new) for 10 months. Expect plump forest fruits, cherry, black tea and woody herbs, carried by juicy acidity and fine, grainy tannins. A brooding yet elegant single-vineyard expression.
    Alc. 14%

    Other Reviews....
    Single-vineyard pinot noir from the Lower Derwent Valley. Vibrant ruby with aromas of exotically-spiced red cherry, raspberry and red plum fruits. Hints of dried mountain herbs, citrus blossom, char siu, sandalwood, dried cranberry, amaro, undergrowth and Peking duck. Lithe and sapid on the palate with a touch of sour cherry, pillowy tannins and a spicy, complex finish that flows on for a pleasing amount of time. Drink 2023-2035.
    95 Points
    Dave Brookes - Halliday's Australian Wine Companion

    Fragrant with pomegranates, red currants, sage and hints of incense and cola candy. Plenty of voluptuous cherry fruit character, a medium to full body, satiny tannins and an abundantly fruity finish. Screw cap.
    92 Points
    JamesSuckling.com

    The Lowestoft winery has been on a roll in recent years, picking up major awards here and there.
    This wine kept unfurling as I sat with it. There are layers and there are nuances. It’s an autumnal Pinot Noir, almost-but-not-quite a bit tomato leafy, with smoky/reductive characters in play too. Its style is pretty clear. But the fruit is ripe, cherried, strawberried, boysenberried even, and cedarwood oak is beautifully integrated, and there’s a minerally crackle to the tannin. In short, it feels and tastes like a class act, and one that will reward cellaring. The tannin profile itself is of note; a conduit of flavour and a magnetic, binding force, like a river or a stream, pushing and pulling as the wine flows. Drink 2026 - 2034+
    94+ Points
    Campbell Mattinson - The Wine Front

    2012 Benromach Contrasts High Enzyme Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $149. 99
    Bottle
    $1799.88 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    Here’s a novel Benromach that marks a first for the distillery: Released in early 2025 in the UK and made using unpeated barley with a high enzyme content (otherwise employed for the production of Grain Whisky or in industrial brewing). A contrast to the usually robust and slightly smokey Benromach, this is instead a fresher style with fruity facets and sweet and savoury notes, including apple aromas, lots of citrus fruits, sweet pineapple and honeycomb as well as notes of jasmine and peppermint. Distilled in 2012 and aged for twelve years, it comes bottled at 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... A playful series by Benromach, featuring some relatively classic elements (more peat) and some more unusual ones, such as a comparison of kiln-dried and air-dried oak, or this high-enzyme malt, which is usually used to produce grain whisky. This is what is called high-DP malt with a lot of nitrogen (DP = diastatic power), and it’s used to convert the mash into fermentable sugars. Typically, about 10% is added to grains like maize or wheat. It’s worth noting that in Scotland, the use of additional enzymes in other forms is not allowed, though it’s permitted elsewhere. Let’s taste this high-DP malt, which should be sweeter and maybe even a little sugary… Colour: white wine. Nose: indeed, it’s very sweet, evoking bottled apple juice, an enormous pile of marshmallows, and touches of very vanilla-forward oak. It feels quite far removed from those slightly ‘dirty’, robust, and smoky Benromachs we love so much. Mouth: yes, it’s sweet, with plenty of apple again, marzipan, grapefruit, and above all a rather noisy oakiness. A standard Benromach would normally handle such situations brilliantly, but this baby Benromach (if I may) struggles a bit with the wood. It almost reminds one of a young Auchentoshan. Finish: medium length, with a hint of orange and perhaps papaya, then more apple juice and a lingering sensation of wood, almost like sawdust. Comments: not bad at all, really, but perhaps best suited for our friends who already have all the ‘normal’ Benromach expressions on their shelves. And remember, it’s only experimental. 82 points - whiskyfun.com

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    Delord Floc de Gascogne Rouge (700ml)
    Armagnac, FRANCE
    $44. 99
    Bottle
    $539.88 Dozen
    ABV: 17%

    Echoing Cognac's own Pineau des Charentes, this Gascon specialty is made by blending the partially fermented juice of Merlot, Cabernet and Cabernet Franc grapes with one-third Delord Armagnac. The mixture is then aged in old oak barrels to preserve the fresh fruitiness. It's a charming, medium sweet style, with the body and character of ruby port, recommended as an aperitif with foie gras, melons or as an after dinner treat. 17% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Toffee fudge, tobacco, raspberry and blackberry with dark chocolate. 4.5 stars - diffordsguide.com

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    Aberfeldy 15 Year Old Cadillac Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $149. 99
    Bottle
    $1799.88 Dozen
    ABV: 43%

    "...a delightful whisky and one of Aberfeldy’s best ever." - drinkhacker.com

    Finishing this 15-year-old Aberfeldy in Semillon sweet white wine casks from Cadillac brings a balance of opulence and freshness to the whisky. Malt Master, Stephanie Macleod sourced the casks from a 40-hectare estate in the heart of Entre-deux-Mers, Gironde, just south of Bordeaux. Exuding notes of yellow fruits, florals,and a burst of citrus, seamlessly melding with Aberfeldy's signature soft, honeyed character, the wine influence makes the whisky brighter than the 12 year old, also giving it more body and a longer finish. 43% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... A 15 year old single malt finished in French semillon “Cadillac” white wine casks. I presume Cadillac refers to the region of France near Bordeaux, known for its sweet wine production, but details are scarce. This is a delightful whisky and one of Aberfeldy’s best ever. The nose is beautiful and sweet, though there’s a slightly savory quality that evokes notes of dried flowers, toasted oak, and a gentle maritime edge. Lemon curd and tangerine are the most prominent fruit elements, but these are kept in check, at least for now. The palate is where this whisky really shines, as all of the above come together in beautiful fashion, really showcasing the citrus notes of lemon and orange, filtered through golden syrup, gentle sandalwood, and a layer of baking spices. Cohesive but complex, it’s bright and immersive, with a noteworthy layer of honey on the finish. Sauternes is made (in part) from semillon grapes, and I have to assume this whisky was finished in a similar type wine barrel. No complaints from me. This review was delayed because I broke my first sample bottle; very glad I stuck it out waiting for a replacement. - drinkhacker.com

    Kirin Fuji Single Blended Japanese Whisky (700ml)
    JAPAN
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 43%

    This typically elegant Japanese blend includes whiskies up to 16 years of age with a portion double distilled in traditional pot stills. Awarded 'Best Japanese Blended' at the World Whiskies Awards 2024, Fuji Gotemba's Master Whisky Maker, Jota Tanaka sums it up as "Delicate, but with lots of layers of flavours, all in harmony." Exclusively matured in American oak and bottled at 43% Alc./Vol., Tanaka recommends pairing it with fresh sashimi or fish carpaccio with roasted root vegetables like potato and radish.

    Overeem Distillery Single Cask OHD-080 12 Year Old Single Malt Australian Whisky (700ml)
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $450. 00
    Bottle
    $5400.00 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    This is it. The final cask from Overeem's 12 Year Old Bourbon series. Each has paid tribute to distillery founder and Tasmanian Whisky Pioneer, Casey Overeem, but has also aimed to celebrate the return of Overeem Whisky to its founding family. This expression symbolises all of the above, and simply stands alone as a delicious single cask whisky that upholds all of the qualities and attributes of the previous editions in the series. It speaks of Casey's dedication to quality and consistency, his meticulous eye for detail across all aspects of whisky creation, and his overarching promise "to create a whisky that would one day stand alongside the great whiskies of the world." Bottled at 46% with no chill filtration.

    Notes from the producers... Nose: Bounty chocolate bar, sherbet, vanilla syrup, banana & candied orange peel. Palate: Beautiful Tasmanian malted barley, rich oils, fruit tingles, creme brulee, stone fruits & toffee. Finish: Fruit tingle, lemon zest, vanilla & fresh buttered raisin toast.

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    Redbreast 18 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey (700ml)
    County Cork, IRELAND
    Reduced from $350.00
    $325. 00
    Bottle
    $3900.00 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    "...a silky and dessert-filled experience that is unlike any other Redbreast I’ve encountered." - drinkhacker.com

    Bridging the gap between the distillery's older and younger offerings, Redbreast 18 Year Old is a novel and welcome addition to the range. While ex-bourbon casks are included, this new expression relies mostly on first-fill oloroso casks, also sporting whiskeys aged in barrels that previously held cream sherry - a first for the brand. Says Master Blender, Ian McCabe, "By incorporating cream sherry casks sourced from the Antonio Páez Lobato cooperage, we’ve created a whiskey that boasts a rich profile of dark chocolate, blackcurrants and hazelnuts.” It contrasts against its nearest neighbour, the 15-year-old, which he describes as more savoury and herbaceous. Also notable is the addition of liquid aged in Ruby Port, a component that was until now used exclusively in the top-of-the-line 27-year-old and the even rarer Dream Cask. By all reports, Redbreast 18 year old is a cracker that ups the richness on others in the line up, making for a superb dessert whiskey. 46% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... The nose is luxuriously appealing, with milk chocolate, maraschino cherry, bramble, black currant, Nutella, baked citrus, apricot, mango, oak spices, toasted nuts, and cinnamon bark. Smooth and polished on the palate, the complex cask regime serves up flavors of milk chocolate, licorice, black grape, sultana, date, ginger root, currants, and clove. The finish serves up dried fruit and licorice, with hints of leather and coffee bean. 94 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    ...The nose is rich and expressive and clearly inspired by those newer cask types. Top notes of strawberry shortcake, sugared almonds, and black cherry are airy but still decadent, acquiring an almost creamy texture with time in the glass. The aroma is elevated further by undertones of vanilla bean and crème brulee with fresh berries. A hint of peppery pot still spice adds some energy to an otherwise silky and dessert-filled experience that is unlike any other Redbreast I’ve encountered. The palate follows a similar theme, lush and syrupy initially with cherry cordial and blackberry jam, veering almost too far into the dessert dram lane. Things course correct however on the midpalate with more traditional Redbreast notes of white pepper, breakfast cereal, banana pudding, and candy apple before finding remarkable harmony on a long, warm finish accented with ripe red berries, vanilla cream, and candied ginger. Truly impressive. Without having sampled the 27-year-old, I have to say this is my favorite Redbreast to date. - drinkhacker.com

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    2024 Tellurian GSM
    Heathcote, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $26. 99
    Bottle
    $323.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Established relatively recently in 2002, Tellurian has quickly established itself as one of Heathcote’s leading producers. In addition to Shiraz, they have expanded their vineyard plantings to include a multitude of Rhone and Italian varieties. Heathcote’s warm days, cool nights and ancient Cambrian soils are ideally suited for the production of this Rhone styled blend which was matured for a period of 10 months in seasoned French oak barriques.

    A bomb of flavour with juicy dark fruits exploding across the palate.

    Deep dark red black core with a purple red tinged hue. Delightful raspberry, liquorice, ripe dark cherry and dark plum aromas jump out of the glass with wonderful intensity. Whiffs of incense and peppered dried herbs are also evident. The rich, mid weighted palate delivers a juicy explosion of spicy dark raspberry, liquorice, cherry and plum fruit. Infusions of incense, scorched earth and peppered dried herbs the undercard. Boasting ample freshness, outstanding concentration and velvet smooth tannins, it has a super long, power packed finish that’s bursting with succulence.
    Drink over the next 4-5 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

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    2021 Best’s Great Western Bin No. 1 Shiraz
    Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $21. 99
    Bottle
    $263.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A rich, juicy, mid weighted Shiraz that’s long, elegant and peppery.

    Introduced due to the relative scarcity of Best’s Thomson Family and Bin No. 0 Shiraz wines, the Bin No.1 Shiraz aims to provide an introduction to Great Western Shiraz style at a price point that gives the wine broader market access. Made predominantly from Best’s own vineyards it combines the varietals generosity with the region's cool climate elegance.

    Deep midnight black colour with a dark red hue. Elevated dark plum and liquorice aromas mix with gently smoked vanillin cedar, earthy fennel and peppered dried herb notes. Rich, juicy and fleshy textured, the mid weighted palate is flooded with pepper infused dark plum and liquorice fruits which meld into a spicy vanillin cedar, scorched earth and fennel back drop. Polished fine grained yet structured tannins. Concludes long, elegant and peppery with an abundance of succulent fruit.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 14%

    Other Reviews....
    This release is on song. Black pepper and peppercorn characters float through cherry and plum fruit flavour. It's lively, it has enough depth, it finishes well and it charms throughout. The fine-grained, savoury aspect of the tannin here is of particular note. If you like the Great Western style, you can buy this with confidence. Drink by 2033.
    94 Points
    Campbell Mattinson – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

    This is good. A cooler climatic expression that remains distinctly Australian, rather than playing the reductive hand of an ersatz Rhone. An exceptional nose of mace, clove, blue fruits, olive and briar, backed by a wave of beef bouillon and iodine-umami warmth. The tannins, a clatter across the middle, with a bow of dutiful acidity drawn to just the right degree of tension. Some scrubby menthol dries the finish ever so slightly. This said, this is a delicious wine of immense personality and soul. Drink or hold.
    94 Points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    Uchu Umeshu (720ml)
    Oita, JAPAN
    $64. 99
    Bottle
    $779.88 Dozen
    ABV: 20%
    Closure: Screw Cap

    Uchu Umeshu is made with premium Oushukubai ume from Oita, and is aged for a minimum of three years. The extra ageing lends shimmering copper highlights to the amber toned hue of this rich and bold umeshu. Initial nosing sparks memories of Portello, cough lozenge, a hint of spearmint, before the subtle plum and peach notes show with air. Deep and viscous, the generous sweetness amplifies the flavours, as does the alcohol. Displaying a pleasing mix of red berry and plum flavours with more savoury vanilla, nougat, and tonka bean flavours, there's a lot to take in. One to serve over ice or with soda as a long drink. 20% Alc./Vol. Refrigerate after opening.

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    2022 Domaine de Montille Puligny-Montrachet Le Cailleret Premier Cru
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $575. 00
    Bottle
    $6900.00 Dozen
    Closure: Cork

    Other Reviews....
    Ripe if decidedly cool aromas are more classic in style with nuances of Granny Smith apple, mineral reduction, petrol and more spice wisps. The super-sleek, dense and gorgeously textured medium-bodied flavors are akin to rolling tiny rocks around the mouth on the balanced and impressively long finale. This is quite firm but not especially austere though it could use better depth. Drink through 2032+.
    92-94 points
    Allen Meadows - Burghound

    The 2022 Puligny-Montrachet Les Caillerets 1er Cru has a slightly more appley, linear and stonier bouquet than the more comely Folatières. You could argue the aromatics deliver more typicité. The palate is well-balanced, crisp and taut, with plenty of crushed stone character and more complexity towards the finish. This Puligny carries intellectual weight and should age well in bottle. Drink 2026-2048.
    93-95 points
    Neal Martin - Vinous

    Mid lemon yellow. A mix of engaging ripe fruit and some reduction. Complex, but also tightly wound, a tannic structure behind. It isn’t singing at this stage of its life, but I don’t doubt the qualities, so this should reach the upper end of the range. Drink from 2030-2038.
    92-95 points
    Japser Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

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    2022 Domaine de Montille Beaune Les Greves Premier Cru
    Burgundy, FRANCE
    $260. 00
    Bottle
    $3120.00 Dozen
    Closure: Cork

    Other Reviews....
    This is aromatically more complex but also more reserved with its nose of warm earth, poached plum, violet and softly sauvage nuances. There is good power and punch, if only average density, to the muscular and lightly stony medium weight flavors that display excellent length on the more youthfully austere finale. Excellent development potential here. Drink through 2032+.
    91-94 points
    Allen Meadows - Burghound

    40% whole bunch, not room enough in the vat for more! Dense purple, the nose slightly more reticent as the serious side of Grèves impinges. A lovely grain to the tannins, a robust heart to the wine. Slightly darker fruit emerges at the back, all good for the long term. Drink from 2031-2038.
    92-95 points
    Japser Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

    De Montille owns a magnificent 1.26-hectare parcel in Beaune Grèves just south of Bouchard's Baby Jesus, planted in iron and clay soils over sandy limestone. The vines delivered a complex, compelling wine in 2022: a ripe, plummy fruit with a savoury, gamey edge and a firm, saline undercurrent. Half of the grapes were fermented as whole clusters with a combination of punching down and pumping over. The structure is now supple and silky, yet enough tannin suggests that this will age well. Drink 2027-2055.
    94 points
    Charles Curtis MW - Decanter

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    2022 Mollydooker Blue Eyed Boy Shiraz
    South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $59. 99
    Bottle
    $719.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)
    ABV: 16%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Enormously weighted, rich and powerful with a voluptuous texture.

    Fruit was sourced from McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek with maturation taking place in American oak, 54% new and 46% 1 year old. Dense ink black heart with a very deep dark red black hue. Potent ripe blackberry, liquorice and toasty vanillin oak aromas flood the nostrils with some black cherry, earthy fennel and blackpepper notes ensuing. Rich, densely concentrated and voluptuous, the palate has a thick coating of liquorice, blackberry and black cherry fruits layered across it. Toasty vanillin oak, scorched earth and peppered fennel elements lie underneath. Enormously weighted and powerful it has velvet smooth tannins and a long lavish finish.
    Drink over the next 4-5 years.
    Alc. 16%

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    2024 Zilzie Selection 23 Pinot Noir
    Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $11. 99
    Bottle
    $143.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A generously fruited quaffing Pinot.

    Dark red colour with black toned edges and a light red hue. Spicy cherry and strawberry aromas mix with bramble and dried herb notes. Light to medium weight with a supple feel, the palate sports juicy cherry, strawberry and rhubarb flavours over a bramble, earthy dried herb and spice back drop. Smooth polished tannins with a spicy and generously fruited finish.
    Drink over the next 1-2 years.
    Alc. 13%

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    2024 Buller Wines RLB Sauvignon Blanc
    King Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $16. 99
    Bottle
    $203.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2025-2026)
    ABV: 11.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A straightforward refreshing Sauvvy B.

    Brilliant water like core with a greenish tint to the surrounding edges. Lifted passionfruit and herbaceous gooseberry aromas mix with some lime and delicate grassy asparagus notes. Refreshing passionfruit and lime flavours fill the mouth with some gentle herbaceous grassy elements also evident. Crisp acidity with a dry mouth watering finish.
    Drink over the next year.
    Alc. 11.5%

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    2024 Clarence House Estate Pinot Noir
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $34. 99
    Bottle
    $419.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 13.8%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Juicy and fresh with an inky feel and bright acidity.

    Very deep black dark red colour with a vibrant purple red hue. Intense but youthful, the nose offers up aromas of freshly crushed ripe cherries, violets and anise which mix with clove, inky earth, dried meat and spice notes. Juicy and fresh the palate features spicy cherry, anise and winter strawberry fruits over dried clove and earth. Inky feel with bright acidity and slightly grainy tannins. Concludes with a crunchy blue to dark fruited aftertaste.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 13.8%

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