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    2024 M Minuty Rose
    Provence, FRANCE
    $32. 99
    Bottle
    $395.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Intensely flavoured with a silken flow of delicious fruits.

    Made from a blend of Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah. Pale salmon pink tinged colour. Streaming out of the glass are delightful scents of peach, raspberry and musk followed by some pomegranate and wet stone notes. Delicious peach, raspberry and strawberry fruits carry a wonderfully rounded and supple feel as they glide effortlessly across the palate. Musk and wet stone elements the undercarriage with a long, silken finish.
    Drink over the next 1-2 years.
    Alc. 13%

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    2022 Torbreck Run Rig
    Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $315. 00
    Bottle
    $3780.00 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 10 Years (2025-2035)
    ABV: 15.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Gloriously decadent, voluptuously textured and explosive this is pure seduction in a glass.

    Produced from a blend of 98% Shiraz and 2% Viognier, Torbreck’s Run Rig is modelled on the Northern Rhone appellation of Cote Rotie’s wines. Fruit was sourced from the Lyndoch, Rowland Flat, Moppa, Ebenezer, Light Pass and Greenock districts of Barossa Valley with maturation taking place in a combination of new (50%) and older French barriques for a period of 30 months.
    Spectacular colour featuring an ultra dense, inky black heart along with an equally deep black dark red hue. Intoxicating the olfactory senses are soaring aromatics of dark to black plum, liquorice, dark chocolate and vanillin oak. Earthy mocha, fennel and spice notes ensue. Extravagantly rich and voluptuous, the luxurious palate is overwhelmed by a tidal wave of dark to black plum, liquorice, blackberry liqueur and dark chocolate fruits. Mocha, subtle apricot, vanillin oak, scorched earth and spicy pepper elements sit in the background. Possessing explosive power and out of this world concentration, it has velvety tannins and a plush, skyscraper finish that seemingly never ends.
    Drink over the next 8-10 years.
    Alc. 15.5%

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    A deeply perfumed and lifted release. Aromas of blackberries, dark chocolate, violets, iodine, porcini mushrooms, fresh herbs and an earthy, ferrous undertone. The palate is full-bodied with finely tuned tannins and a luscious and seamless mouthfeel. There is much complexity and refinement, with a high level of fruit quality. Built for the ages. Drink or hold.
    98 points
    JamesSuckling.com

    The 2022 RunRig had 2% Viognier added to the Syrah after barrel maturation, from the current vintage. I've clarified this with winemaker Ian Hongell, because my incorrect memory ran toward skins only. Glad I asked. Aromatically, the wine is so fresh and detailed; it hints at latent power and intense concentration, but it doesn't overbear on this point. On the palate, the wine has everything we could hope for—intense, balanced red fruit, a splay of ductile tannins and such a light fluffiness to the profile that I find it most appealing indeed. The discussion here today is regarding the comparison to the great 2021 vintage. It was a freak, out-of-the-box year that blessed producers with a spot-free growing season, good yields and excellent quality fruit. The wines, for the most part, will endure through the decades with grace and ease. The 2022s are tighter, fluffier, more fruit forward and, in my opinion, slightly more delicious, but over the long term, backing the 2021s to go the distance seems the blue-chip option. We can discuss this again in 20 years (2045) when that answer will have become more clear. In the words of Ferris Bueller, "Life moves pretty fast." I love this wine today. It's a superstar. 15.5% alcohol, sealed under natural cork and wax. Drink 2025-2042.
    98 points
    Erin Larkin - Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate

    I guess you could call the RunRig a modern Barossa classic. 98/2% shiraz/viognier, it's an epic wine, a solid plinth of black and blues fruits deeply etched with exotic spice and earth. Hints of clove, star anise, Old Gold chocolate, licorice, pan juices, earth, dried meats, rose petals, black tea and graphite. Unctuous with great length of flavour and fine, silty tannins suffusing through the wine, it's a study in power and purity, light and shade and all that is great about ancient Barossa shiraz vines. Another great RunRig release. Drink by 2045.
    97 points
    Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    2002 Penfolds Grange - LOW FILL
    South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    Reduced from $999.00
    $949. 00
    Bottle
    $11388.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14.5%

    Note: Fill level at base of neck. Actual product pictured.

    Grange is both Penfolds and arguably Australia’s most famous wine and is officially listed as a Heritage Icon of South Australia. The 2002 vintage is produced from a blend of 99% Shiraz and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon and was aged for 15 months in new American oak hogsheads.
    A spectacular Grange – that needs decades to fully express itself. Totally opaque, black purple colour with black purple hue. Superb nose – perfumed with violet, spice top notes. The palate is structured in such a way as to slowly release its flavour compounds over many decades. Flavours of vanilla, spice and liquorice allsorts – followed by a black pepper back palate. Perfect balance. Very long aftertaste of spice and black pepper. A collectors Grange.
    Cellar 15-20 years (2022-2027). Bottle number 74197 tasted.
    Alc/Vol: 14.5%

    Other Reviews....
    Deep garnet with a touch of brick, the 2002 Grange is locked in a time capsule, like many of the 2002s, yielding a very youthful nose of red currants and red cherries, kirsch and violets with some lovely exotic spices in the background. Quite perfumed and pretty in terms of fruit expression in the mouth, the structure is rock solid, with a lively backbone cutting through the muscular fruit and great purity to the finish. If you're looking for that real "Grange" experience, best to keep cellaring it another 5-10+ years.
    98 point
    Lisa Perrotti-Brown - Wine Advocate 2016

    As hoped and expected; beautiful colour; a wonderful bouquet, with black fruits of various kinds the engine, oak in tow. Impeccable texture and balance in the mouth; again, a wonderful array of seamless blackberry, licorice and high-quality oak; destined to become recognised as one of the great Granges.
    97 points     
    James Halliday - Australian Wine Companion 2021

    Dingle Celtic Series Conocht an Earraigh Single Malt Irish Whiskey (700ml)
    IRELAND
    $199. 99
    Bottle
    $2399.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50.5%

    Part of Dingle Distillery's "Celtic Wheel of the Year" series. This one celebrates the spring equinox, known as "Cónocht an Earraigh" in Irish, and is aged in first-fill bourbon casks with a Cabernet Sauvignon finish. Anticipate aromas of ripe plums, blackberries, toasted almonds, and muscovado sugar, with flavours of rich red fruits, subtle spice, gingerbread and toffee. Triple distilled and bottled at 50.5% Alc./vol.

    Other reviews... A very drinkable Dingle, quite laid-back. Getting a wine barrel finish really good is not that easy, and often - in my opinion - maturing in such a barrel does not necessarily give it more depth, but on the contrary ensures that the whiskey becomes lighter and more floating.
    Fortunately, this is not the case here; at most, it could be that the fruity notes are more emphasized in the nose than usual.
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    Loaded Barrel Small Batch Series Oloroso Barrel Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml)
    Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $139. 99
    Bottle
    $1679.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    An antique Spanish Oloroso barrel has been used for full maturation here. The dry, oxidatively aged sherry results in a darker, richer, and nuttier wine compared to other sherries, bestowing some of that goodness to the final whisky. 50% Alc./Vol.

    Notes from the producers... It's textured and mouth-coating with bold notes of dried fruits, plum jam, and sweet cherries in syrup. Mid-palate reveals deeper tones of bittersweet dark chocolate, espresso, and walnuts, all wrapped in velvety tannins from the oak. There’s a refined dryness that keeps the richness in balance, evoking old sherry bodegas and seasoned wood that’s smoother than a jazz sax solo.

    Dingle Celtic Series Grainstad an Gheimhridh Single Malt Irish Whiskey (700ml)
    IRELAND
    $199. 99
    Bottle
    $2399.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50.5%

    Matured in first-fill Bourbon casks followed by an extended finish in Tawny Port casks, this, the fifth release in the 'Celtic Wheel of the Year' series honours the ancient celebration of Grianstad an Gheimhridh, the winter solstice. Grianstad translates to ‘the stopping of the sun’ and the port finishing ties in with the label's theme, evoking the dark of night drawing in. 50.5% Alc./Vol.

    Notes from the producers... Nose: Ice cream soda, blackcurrant jelly, banana carmel, pomegranate, cinnamon toast and warm ginger. Taste: Red berry fruits, dark chocolate, warm cloves, creamy soft fudge. Finish: The spice mellow leaving a lingering sweetness on the tip of the tongue.

    Dingle Celtic Series Lunasa Single Malt Irish Whiskey (700ml)
    IRELAND
    $199. 99
    Bottle
    $2399.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50.5%

    A second limited edition from Dingle's "Wheel of the Year" series. This particular release is inspired by the Celtic festival of Lúnasa, which marks the beginning of the harvest season. The whiskey is triple distilled, matured in bourbon casks, and finished in x-Widow Jane bourbon barrels. 50.5% Alc./Vol.

    Notes from the producers... Nose: Ripe red berries, warm salted caramel, lemon sherbet and creamy butter fudge. Taste: Barley sugar with a pinch of spice and hints of dark chocolate with raspberries. Finish: Ginger and spice create a warm glow and slowly leaves dark fruits and caramel notes.

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    Kilchoman 13 Year Old Limited Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Islay, SCOTLAND
    $220. 00
    Bottle
    $2640.00 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    2025 brings in Kilchoman's twentieth year. Ongoing success has seen to more growth. In fact, business is so good that production was doubled in 2019 to 650,000 litres per annum (for perspective, Springbank does slightly less than that). The distillery recently secured £22.5 million in funding to further expand its site and develop the brand globally. If that isn't enough, they've also announced planning permission for a rum distillery in Barbados.

    Despite celebrating its 20th anniversary, older Kilchomans remain rare. That's now changing. This 13 year old expression follows the release of a 16 year old in 2023 which marked their first official age statement. Matured in a combination of Bourbon barrels and octaves as well as Calvados casks, it's described as "Smokey but not too smokey, well balanced. Sea and salt is there, some fruit notes and wood. Overall well rounded whisky with good pear dominance". The producer's notes add aromas of fresh pineapple, hibiscus, and lemon sherbet, joined on the palate by dried apple granola, caramelised puffed wheat, buttered popcorn and peat smoke. Founder, Anthony Wills, comments, “After the overwhelming response to our 16-year-old, I’m excited to announce the release of another age statement Kilchoman: the 13-year-old. The ex-Bourbon casks make up a large part of the vatting, lending that unmistakable Kilchoman character, while the addition of Calvados casks, which may surprise a few people, infuses vibrant green apple and fresh fruit notes into the mix." 50% Alc./vol. Non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... Matured in bourbon barrels, octaves, and calvados casks, this has excellent balance on the nose with pear, star fruit, heather honey, summer blooms, sand dunes, and breezy peat smoke. An opulent mouthfeel with harmonious transitions between flavors, it shows syrupy orchard fruits, brioche loaf, peppery smoke, creamy almond, vanilla sponge, dried pear, and orange peel. A mouth-coating finish brings sweet honey, woodsmoke, and banana. No water needed. 92 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    ...The typical Kilchoman citrus, smoked bacon and hot mineral oil notes are immediately apparent. Smoked salmon, dried apricots and toasted grains are present as well. On the palate the smoke is more toned down than with younger expressions which is to be expected: instead there's subtle notes of granny smith apples and wholemeal bread. Finish is less ashy and more fruity than younger expressions. Good whisky? It sure is. does it appear more mature than the Machir bay or the Sainag? Definitely. But if that difference justifies the difference in price is up to you. At full retail price I would consider it much better value than almost any Diageo-Islay, but that doesn't say much. - whiskybase.com

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    2024 Gundog Estate Hunter’s Semillon
    Hunter Valley, New South Wales, AUSTRALIA
    $32. 99
    Bottle
    $395.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 11%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Zippy lemon and lime fruits are shaped by a chiselled line of acidity.

    Brilliant water like colour with distinct highlights of green around the edges. Lemon and lime juice aromas are followed by Granny Smith apple, wet steel and mineral notes. Zippy lemon and lime fruits are shaped by a chiselled line of acidity. Green apple, infusions of fresh herbs and steely mineral elements lie underneath. Finishes dry and zesty.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 11%

    Other Reviews….
    Pure, lilting aromatics introduce a light, lively wine with bright lemon characters and a hint of honeyed lime. Varietally expressive, with good mid-palate weight, making it approachable and easy to drink. A multi-vineyard blend, including Tinkler's Mount Bright and Ernest Hill. Perfectly proportioned, cleansing, refreshing and delicious. Drink by 2027.
    93 Points
    Toni Paterson – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    Kilchoman Loch Gorm 10 Year Old 2025 Edition Sherry Cask Matured Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Islay, SCOTLAND
    $199. 99
    Bottle
    $2399.88 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    "...a complex rollercoaster of a whisky." - whiskyadvocate.com

    In Kilchoman’s 20th anniversary year, a second celebratory special edition sees the first Loch Gorm with an age statement. As is typical for the label, the whisky comes matured entirely in former oloroso sherry casks from the José Miguel Martin bodega. Twenty-three casks divided between twenty first-fill and three second-fill were bottled at the end of March 2025. “Loch Gorm, in my opinion, is reaching it’s perfect age" adds Anthony Wills, the distillery's founder, "10 years maturation in sherry casks has added an abundance of rich spices, dark fruit and barbecue sweetness to the light citrus and peaty character of Kilchoman, balancing those rich sherry notes with our classic Islay spirit." 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... Matured in first-fill and refill oloroso sherry butts from two distillation years, this first 10 year old Loch Gorm is a complex rollercoaster of a whisky. Smoked orange peel, blueberry, and brisket bark aromas, with overtures of sweet smoke and peppermint tea. Chocolate orange, cocoa, raspberry sauce, clove, pepper, and chile flakes spin off into lemon curd, vanilla, and candied orange, and finish with cinnamon, smoke, and sweet dried fruits. 93 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    ...I am used to Kilchoman being very lively, almost harsh at time, but this is farmy smoothness, full of dark and brooding notes of coffee and cacao and the flintiest hints of fruit. Dark colour fruit, dades, plums... In short, this is amazing stuff. I am trying to think of something similar to this Kilchoman Loch Gorm 10 years old, but the only thing that comes to mind is the Longrow 14 years old, that has a similar farmy vibe to it. This Loch Gorm is very unique to Islay, with almost none of the maritime signature you will find in other producers on the island. This is Islay’s farm distillery, and it shows off with this expression. Well done!  - longpouramour.com

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    2022 Josmeyer Le Fromenteau Pinot Gris
    Alsace, FRANCE
    $54. 99
    Bottle
    $659.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A rich, luscious and beautifully shaped yet energetic Pinot Gris.

    Bright straw colour with copper tinged edges and a watery hue. Lifted pear and red apple skin aromas mix with honeysuckle, quince and subtle ginger notes. Rich, luscious pear, ripe apple and honeysuckle flavours coat the palate with quince and spice elements lying underneath. Vibrant acidity lends an energetic feel to what is otherwise a full and round texture. Dry with a long, beautifully shaped conclusion.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 13%

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    2022 Heathcote Estate Single Vineyard Shiraz
    Heathcote, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $44. 99
    Bottle
    $539.88 Dozen
    Cellar: 8 - 10 Years (2033-2035)
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A rich, sternly built Heathcote Shiraz.

    Matured for 11 months in French oak (20% new) with 20% whole bunch inclusion. Impenetrable inky black colour with a very deep dark red black hue. Intense blackberry, liquorice and dark plum scents flood the nostrils followed by some vanillin cedar, hints of graphite and peppered notes. Rich blackberry and liquorice fruits carry ample palate weight as they meld into a back half of scorched earth, vanillin cedar, graphite and blackpepper. Muscular feel with sternly built tannins leading into a tightly coiled yet long conclusion.
    Cellar 8-10 years.
    Alc. 13.5%

    Other Reviews….
    A Heathcote shiraz in serious, intellectual mode delves beyond the obvious to reveal an inherent complexity and velvet-like density, all within the most elegant of shapes. Red fruits, blackberries, bracken, earth, abundant woody spices and fine tannins build layer upon layer. Brings the region's top red grape into full, glorious perspective. Deserves your attention. Drink by 2037.
    96 Points
    Jeni Port – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    2024 Dexter Chardonnay
    Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $49. 99
    Bottle
    $599.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Rich yet texturally refined with a fresh feel to the long, elegantly creamed finish.

    Todd Dexter is probably best known for his work alongside Brian Stonier at Stonier wines where during his 10 year stint as chief winemaker the brand was propelled into Mornington Peninsula’s most famous label. Todd and his wife Debbie purchased a vineyard site in 1987 where they planted their first 1.6 hectares of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir but it wasn’t until the mid 2000’s that the first wine was released under the Dexter label.
    Fermented and matured in 500 litre French oak puncheons (20% New, 30% second use, 50% older) with 50% of the blend undergoing malolactic fermentation. Brilliant pale straw colour with subtle highlights of green around the edges and a watery hue. Elevated white peach and nectarine scents complimented by some dried honey, cashew, biscuity nougat and spice notes drift through the nostrils. Rich yet texturally refined, the mid weighted palate is layered with fleshy white peach, nectarine and cashew flavours. Traces of dried honey, biscuity nougat and spice lie underneath. Brisk acidity lending a fresh feel to the long, elegantly creamed finish.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 13%

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    2023 Famille Hugel Gentil
    Alsace, FRANCE
    $27. 99
    Bottle
    $335.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Diam Cork

    A delicious, texturally appealing Alsatian blend.

    Gentil "Hugel" marries the exotic, spicy flavours of Gewurztraminer, the body of Pinot Gris, the finesse of Riesling, the grapiness of Muscat and the refreshing character of both Pinot Blanc and Sylvaner.
    Brilliant straw colour with a watery hue. Nosing offers up aromas of rosewater, pear, lychee and red apple with hints of ginger also evident. Texturally appealing pear, lychee and red apple fruits decorate the palate with some ginger spice elements lying underneath. Brisk acidity with a well-rounded feel finishing dry, long and delicious.
    Drink over the next 2-3 years.
    Alc. 13%

    Other Reviews….
    This has quite an aromatic complexity, with spicy, floral and nutty notes. Charming and medium-bodied with a very satisfying balance of juiciness and citrusy freshness that lights up the long finish. A cuvee of 30% gewurztraminer, 23.5% pinot gris, 18.7% riesling, 18% sylvaner, 6% pinot blanc and 3.8% muscat. Drink now.
    91 Points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    2022 Henschke Marble Angel Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
    Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $69. 99
    Bottle
    $839.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 10 Years (2025-2035)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Rich and concentrated yet simultaneously refined.

    Totally opaque black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Alluring red to black currant and mulberry scents hail from the glass complimented by some tobacco, vanillin cedar, dried herb, subtle black olive, earth and bay leaf notes. Rich and concentrated yet simultaneously refined in nature, red to black currant, red liquorice and mulberry fruits unfurl across the mid weighted palate. Notions of tobacco, earth, vanillin cedar, black olive and spicy dried herbs extend across the back half. Fine grained tannins with a long finish that’s both savoury and spicy.
    Drink over the next 8-10 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

    Other Reviews….
    This year celebrates the 10th vintage of the Marble Angel, a single-vineyard cabernet sauvignon from Light Pass in the Barossa Valley. It's a graceful, fruit-pure release. All perfectly ripened blackberry, black cherry and blackcurrant fruits with an array of fine spice, crème de cassis, tobacco pouch, softly spoken cedar tones, cold tea, licorice and earth. There is a chocolatey edge to the tannins this year as they melt in the mouth, the cassis-rich fruit flowing nicely on the extended finish. Drink by 2038.
    95 Points
    Dave Brookes - James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

    A wine of brightness and purity with precise varietal definition. Perfumed notes of blackcurrant and blackberry mingle with a little cherry and dark chocolate. The palate is exquisitely structured and presented. Only 10% new French oak and the rest seasoned where it spent 20 months. Seamlessly integrated palate delivered with poise and effortless, graceful lines. One of the best. Drink 2025-2045.
    96 Points
    Ray Jordan – WinePilot.com

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    2024 Moppity Lock & Key Pinot Grigio
    Tumbarumba, New South Wales, AUSTRALIA
    $19. 99
    Bottle
    $239.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Dry, refreshing Pinot Grigio with a river stone like feel.

    Brilliant water like colour with a faint greenish tinge to the edges. Nosing reveals aromas of pear, lime and Granny Smith apple with some mineral notes also evident. Carrying a slatey river stone like feel, the palate features pear and green apple fruits over a lime and stony mineral back drop. Crisp acidity with a dry, refreshing finish.
    Drink over the next 1-2 years.
    Alc. 12.5%

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    2018 Tenuta Meraviglia Maestro di Cava Bolgheri Superiore
    Tuscany, ITALY
    $199. 99
    Bottle
    $2399.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2029-2030)
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Rich black fruits framed by stern, muscular tannins and bright acidity with a dry, grippy finish.

    Dense black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Intense blackcurrant and liquorice scents flood the nostrils complimented by spicy vanillin cedar, earth, tobacco, dried herb and leather notes. Rich blackcurrant, black cherry and liquorice fruits are framed by firm tannins. Leather, earth, dried herb and spicy tobacco elements play out across the back half. Stern, muscular feel with bright acidity and a dry, grippy finish.
    Cellar 4-5 years.
    Alc. 13.5%

    Other Reviews….
    A red with lots of redcurrants, fresh lemon grass and hints of vanilla on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied with integrated, creamy tannins that are fresh and bright. Needs time to soften. Better after 2024, but already delicious.
    93 Points
    JamesSuckling.com

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    2025 RieslingFreak No. 4 Eden Valley Riesling
    Eden Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $24. 99
    Bottle
    $299.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 11.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Concentrated and powerful yet tightly wound with a long zingy finish.

    Since it’s establishment in 2009, winemaker John Hughes has in a very short period of time established RieslingFreak as one of the country's preeminent producers of the variety. Wine critic Mike Bennie describing it as ‘the definitive Riesling project in Australia.’ The 2025 vintage was one of meagre yields due to frost and lack of rainfall, however, the quality was remarkable delivering wines with terrific intensity of flavour and electric acidity.
    Brilliant water like colour with green tinged edges. Intense lime and citrus scents burst out of the glass followed by some green apple, orange rind, talc and chalky mineral notes. Concentrated and powerful yet tightly wound, the zippy palate is flooded with lime, citrus and orange rind fruits which are sculptured by crisp, steely acidity. Subtle green apple, chalky talc and flinty mineral elements linger through the long, tense and zingy finish.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 11.5%

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    2024 Frenchman’s Cap Pinot Noir
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $22. 99
    Bottle
    $275.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Fragrantly scented with a supple flow of rich fruit and a long moreish finish.

    Semi translucent red to dark red core with black shaded edges and a vibrant red hue. Fragrant violet, red cherry, strawberry and anise aromas are interwoven with forest floor, dried herb and spice notes. Rich dark cherry, strawberry and anise flavours flow supplely across the palate with notions of dried herbs, forest floor and spicy cedar the undercard. Polished tannins with a long moreish finish. Great everyday drinking Pinot.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 13.5%

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    2020 Paracombe Tempranillo
    Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $22. 99
    Bottle
    $275.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Rich, lush fruit framed by a robust tannin structure.

    Inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Ripe black cherry, liquorice and black raspberry liqueur aromas fill the nostrils with some toasty oak and spicy dried herb notes also evident. Rich, concentrated and sturdily built, opulent black cherry, liquorice and black raspberry fruits are framed by a robust tannin structure which imparts a chewy feel. Scorched earth, subtle dried herb and spicy vanillin cedar elements extend across the back half. Amply powered it finishes long and lush yet mildly grippy.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 14%

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    2023 Mader Pinot Blanc
    Alsace, FRANCE
    $36. 99
    Bottle
    $443.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A moreish Pinot Blanc that shows terrific intensity and textural volume.

    Made from a blend of 20% Pinot Blanc and 80 % Auxerrois (37 year old vines) whole bunch pressed with natural fermentation and 15% of the wine aged in barrel on fine lees for 8 months. Brilliant pale straw colour with glimpses of green around the edges and a watery hue. Elevated pear, lime and red apple scents are trailed by some fresh herb and wets tone notes. Delicious pear, red apple and lime fruits are layered across the palate with terrific intensity and textural volume. Subtle quince and stony mineral elements linger underneath. Energetic acidity lends freshness to the long moreish finish that shows a dash of spice.
    Drink over the next 2-3 years.
    Alc. 13%

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    2024 De Iuliis Semillon
    Hunter Valley, New South Wales, AUSTRALIA
    $19. 99
    Bottle
    $239.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2025-2033)
    ABV: 12%
    Closure: Stelvin

    A racy Semillon that shows both precision and intensity.

    Brilliant water like colour with highlights of green around the edges. Elevated lime zest aromas infused with fresh herbs are trailed by some green apple, flint and steely mineral notes. Racy lime, lemon and Granny Smith apple fruits are delivered with both precision and intensity. Crisp steely acidity with infusions of fresh herbs and steely mineral elements lingering across the tense back half. Long zippy finish.
    Drink over the next 6-8 years.
    Alc. 12%

    Other Reviews….
    Intense preserved lemon and grapefruit flavours entwined with a spirited core of acidity. Concentrated ripe lemon flavours dominate the mid-palate, while a gently spicy phenolic frame adds to the wine's bold character. The wine benefits from some air on opening.
    92 Points
    Toni Paterson – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

    Attractive fresh lemon juice aromas, bright and vibrant. Lovely fruit purity here, the palate likewise with precision and freshness, vitality, line and length. Classic Hunter semillon delicacy and finesse, allied with intensity. Drink: 2025 to 2036.
    93 Points
    Huon Hooke - The Real Review

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    2020 Wayward Child Pinot Noir
    Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $39. 99
    Bottle
    $479.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)
    ABV: 13.1%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Rich, silky textured Pinot with a long moreish finish.

    Semi translucent red to dark red colour with black toned edges and a brick red tinged hue. Fragrant spiced cherry, rhubarb and strawberry aromas mix with brambly cedar, dried herb and forest floor notes. Rich and silky the palate features sweet cherry, rhubarb and strawberry fruits which meld into a dried herb, forest floor, brambly cedar and spice back drop. Boasting excellent power it has very polished tannins and a long moreish finish.
    Drink over the next 2-3 years.
    Alc. 13.1%

    Loaded Barrel Cannonball Bob's Barrel Aged Spiced Rum (700ml)
    Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $78. 99
    Bottle
    $947.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Fermented using a sour mash technique and Australian molasses derived from local sugarcane, this rum begins with a rich, full-bodied base that sets the stage for a deeply expressive profile. Time in charred Serbian Oak barrels develops depth and complexity—oak-driven warmth mingling with subtle tannins and toasted undertones. The final infusion of native Australian spices and botanicals adds a distinctively local twist, offering aromatic intrigue and a sense of place in every sip.

    Notes from the producers... Expect notes of brown sugar and sticky caramel, with lush dark fruits weaving through hints of aromatic spice. Whether savoured neat or with your favourite mixer, this rum is a refined take on a classic that is dangerously easy to drink and hard to forget.

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    2023 Teusner The G Grenache
    Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $29. 99
    Bottle
    $359.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Rich, super juicy Grenache.

    Matured for 10 months in a mix of seasoned French oak hogsheads and puncheons. Dark red core with black shaded edges and a red hue. Elevated dark raspberry, red liquorice and ripe cherry scents make their way through the olfactory senses followed by some confectionary and vanillin spice notes. Rich and super juicy, the palate sports ripe dark raspberry, cherry and liquorice fruits over spicy earth and vanillin confectionary characters. Lush mouth feel with velvet smooth tannins finishing long, spicy and succulent.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

    Other Reviews….
    Kym Teusner does good things with grenache, here sourced from the subregions of Ebenezer, Williamstown, Seppeltsfield and Tanunda. It's a bright, high-toned model. All flirty raspberry and red plum fruits, dotted with gingery spice, citrus blossom, cola, Red Ripperz, sarsaparilla, dried citrus rind and earth. Gentle powdery tannins, raspberry-strong fruit and a lot of drinking enjoyment to be had. Drink by 2032.
    92 Points
    Dave Brookes - James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    2021 Casali del Barone Langhe Nebbiolo
    Piedmont, ITALY
    $34. 99
    Bottle
    $419.88 Dozen
    Minimum 12 bottles
    Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)
    ABV: 13.5%
    Closure: Cork

    Red fruited with lively acidity and stern tannins lending a grippy feel to the mid length finish.

    Deep dark red core with black toned edges and a red to brick red tinged hue. Earthy red raspberry and red liquorice aromas intermingle with dried herb, faint rose petal and spice notes. Red liquorice and cherry flavours meld in a backdrop highlighted by earth, dried herb and spicy tobacco elements. Lively acidity with stern tannins lending a grippy feel to the mid length finish.
    Drink over the next 4-5 years.
    Alc. 13.5%

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    2022 Nicks Secret ROCKG Shiraz
    Frankland River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
    Reduced from $22.99
    $11. 99
    Bottle
    $143.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    From one of Western Australia’s most well known wineries and arguably the state’s premier producer of Shiraz and Riesling, this Shiraz is their entry level offering made with small additions of Touriga Nacional and Malbec to provide additional complexity and aromatic lift. At it’s normal price of $22.99 it offers great value – at it’s secret price of just $11.99 it’s a complete steal!

    Juicy, pepper laced and well fleshed with chewy tannins, this is a highly savoury Shiraz that’s a complete steal!

    Midnight black dark red core with a dark red black tinged hue. Black cherry, dark plum and liquorice aromas mix with scorched earth and peppered dried herb notes. Rich spicy dark plum, liquorice and black cherry fruits abound carrying with them a nicely fleshed feel across the mid weighted palate. Juicy mouth feel with chewy tannins and an underbelly of scorched earth, dried meats and peppered herbs. Highly savoury, it has a long pepper laced conclusion.
    Drink over the next 2-3 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

    Other Reviews….
    This is a good wine, and it’s good value. It’s a spicy, medium-weight style of shiraz, with a touch of positive reduction helping it along, with bell pepper and black pepper characters wedded to cherry-plum fruit. There’s also the merest whisper of musky vanilla, though oak is a low-impact player here. The tannin has a grainy, grunty aspect to it but then, it’s not overdone, and not dominant. There are no question marks here, everything is positive, though a slight warmth to the alcohol is the only thing you’d point to, if you were forced. It’s no real matter and besides, even at full price the value here is decidedly in the buyer’s favour. Drink 2025-2030.
    92 Points
    Campbell Mattinson – The Wine Front

    Dark purple hues with a ruby outer rim lead toa bouquet of ripeness and richness, aromas of dark berries and roasted plums, a dark raspberry almost jammy quality then smoky earth, a touch of boot polish wood smoke. Fleshy, fruity, varietal and dry on the palate. All the fruit scents turn into flavour on the palate set in a silky frame with fine polished tannins and medium+ acid line. A lovely example, balanced and well made with best drinking from day of purchase through 2030+.
    92 Points
    CamDouglasMS.com

    Monin Pasteque (Watermelon) Syrup (700ml)
    MALAYSIA
    $19. 99
    Bottle
    $239.88 Dozen

    Monin Watermelon Syrup delivers the refreshing, juicy taste of ripe watermelon in a convenient, versatile format. Perfect for adding a burst of summer flavour to cocktails, mocktails, lemonades, and desserts.

    Monin Litchi (Lychee) Syrup (700ml)
    MALAYSIA
    $19. 99
    Bottle
    $239.88 Dozen

    Monin Lychee Syrup captures the sweet, floral essence of ripe lychee fruit. Ideal for adding an exotic twist to cocktails, sodas, teas, and desserts.

    The Lark Distillery The Whisky Bar Series Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml) - Cobbler
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $899. 00
    Bottle
    $10788.00 Dozen
    ABV: 48%

    Note: This has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

    Part of Lark Distillery’s Whisky Bar Series, this limited release celebrates one of Australia’s most influential whisky venues, Cobbler, located in Brisbane. Known for its encyclopaedic back bar and dedication to showcasing both local and global spirits, Cobbler has been a cornerstone of Brisbane’s whisky scene. The series is a tribute to the country’s top whisky bars, with each expression crafted in collaboration with a venue that has helped shape and support Australia’s vibrant whisky culture. This bottling captures the spirit of that partnership, an homage to the passion and expertise that defines both Lark and Cobbler. 48% Alc./Vol.

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    2022 She-Oak Hill Estate Heathcote Shiraz
    Heathcote, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $29. 99
    Bottle
    $359.88 Dozen
    Cellar: 6 - 8 Years (2031-2033)
    ABV: 14.8%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Established in 1975, this little known estate is one Heathcote’s oldest and along with Jasper Hill and Mt Ida was one of the pioneering vineyards of the region. Further plantings were made in 1996, the dry grown vines from both vineyards now well established with deep roots in the mineral rich Cambrian soil. Winemaking is undertaken by the talented Mark Hunter from Sanguine Estate and maturation takes place in French oak barriques for a period of 18 months.

    Dense, powerful Heathcote Shiraz with lashings of black fruit framed by muscular tannins.

    Opens with spectacular colour density featuring a super saturated pitch black heart along with an equally deep dark red black hue. Heady aromas of ripe blackberry, liquorice and dark chocolate fill the nostrils with spicy vanillin cedar, fennel and peppered earth notes also chiming in. Rich, concentrated and dense the full bodied palate is engulfed with succulent blackberry, liquorice and dark plum fruits which are framed by a muscular tannin structure. Relatively stern yet opulent in it’s feel, earth, spicy vanillin cedar, subtle dark chocolate and blackpepper elements lend further nuance. Deep and powerful it finishes long and juicy yet robust.
    Cellar 6-8 years.
    Alc. 14.8%

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    2024 Pierro L.T.C.
    Margaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $32. 99
    Bottle
    $395.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)
    ABV: 13%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Bristling with freshness and wonderfully concentrated with ample textural volume counterpointed by crisp, mineral infused acidity.

    In 1979 Mike Peterkin produced Australia’s first Semillon Sauvignon Blanc. Working at Cullen’s at the time, the wine went on to win a trophy at the Perth Royal Show. He never claimed any originality for the idea, he simply borrowed it from the French. In 1980 he was so convinced of the blend’s potential in Margaret River he devoted a third of the Pierro plantings to the varieties.
    The 2024 L.T.C. is made up of 55% Sauvignon Blanc, 21% Semillon, 13.5% Chenin Blanc and 10.5% Chardonnay. Twenty five percent of the blend was fermented and matured in new and one & two year-old French oak barrels for a period of 2-3 months with the balance fermented and matured in stainless steel.
    Brilliant very pale straw colour with distinctive green tinted edges and a watery hue. Passionfruit and herbaceous gooseberry aromas leap out of the glass with notions of green apple, lime, delicate pencil shavings and spice notes also present. Bristling with freshness, wonderfully concentrated passionfruit, green apple and lime fruits are layered across the scrumptious palate. Ample textural volume is counterpointed by crisp, mineral infused acidity with subtle gooseberry, quince and spice elements the undercard. Long, vivacious finish.
    Drink over the next 1-2 years.
    Alc. 13%

    Other Reviews….
    This vintage is 55% Sauvignon Blanc, 21% Semillon, 13.5% Chenin Blanc and 10.5% Chardonnay. So a little touch of two Cs here. Not Les Trois Cuvées, rather Les Quatres Cuvées.
    Lime and grapefruit, a little cut grass, green tea, fennel and spice. It’s bright and has some lime and grapefruit tang, though it also has some macadamia nut richness to it and kiwi fruit juiciness. Texture is a little powdery, and it finishes with good length and sort of gin and tonic bite. A very good and interesting wine. As an aside, it looked better after being open for a day. It’s 93 or 94 points, though I’m leaning toward the latter. Drink 2025-2031+.
    94 Points
    Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

    2015 Michter's Single Barrel 20 Year Old Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $19999. 00
    Bottle
    $239988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 57.1%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such may have some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

    Debuting in 2012 but not released every year, Michter's 20 year old is the second oldest age statement from the legendary distillery that has seen a meteoric rise in collectibility. Michter's state "While we regularly sample all our Michter's barrels to see how our whiskey is aging, we pay even extra special attention to our barrels once they are over 17 years old. At Michter's we consider 17 to 20 years the "Fork In The Road Point" when certain barrels of whiskey can achieve an extraordinary level of quality. It is these particular barrels that our Master Distiller Dan McKee personally selects for our very limited bottling of Michter's 20 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon."

    Although the exact provenance of these early Michter's releases remains undisclosed, bourbonculture.com comments, "2012 was a busy year for Michter’s. Work was in progress for both their Shively distillery, Fort Nelson location and the continual release of both highly aged whiskies from the barrels they sourced at Willett to the new whiskies that expanded their lineup.

    That’s why it was shocking to see a 20 year old bourbon being released. M20 would go on to be released every year (with the exception of 2017) in very limited amounts of bottles.

    2012’s bottling was labelled “Single Barrel” but was eventually changed to reflect it was a “small batch” in 2016 and beyond. It is widely speculated that the first single barrel of M20 contained Stitzel Weller inside. It may never be known how many more releases contained the holy grail of bourbon in it, but M20 continues to draw a large fan base each year."
    An interesting speculation that leads one to wonder what this 2015 release contains.

    The investment upside on these releases seems to have no limits at present. This is bottle 73 of 113 released from barrel L15I739, bottled at 57.1% Alc./Vol.

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    2019 Nicks Secret TCWR Barossa Shiraz
    Barossa, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    Reduced from $120.00
    $29. 99
    Bottle
    $359.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)
    ABV: 14.5%
    Closure: Cork

    With a Barossa heritage going back six generations this renown family owned Estate knows a thing or two about producing top notch Shiraz. This offering is one of their icon wines that sells for around $120 but under it’s Nicks Secret guise it can be had at $90.00 off for just $29.99. Only produced in exceptional vintages maturation took place in American oak (40% new) for a period of 18 months with only the best barrels selected for the final blend.

    Rich, powerful and possessing a silky, cashmere-like feel, this is a super seductive Barossa Shiraz.

    Dense pitch black in colour with a dark red black tinged hue. Aromas of dark plum, liquorice, dark chocolate and vanillin oak engulf the nostrils followed by some mocha, earth and spice notes. The rich, voluptuous palate is layered with a thick coating of dark plum, liquorice, blackberry and mocha flavours which are complimented by underlying toasty vanillin oak, earth and spice elements. Boasting outstanding power and opulence, a liquid silk like texture largely conceals the tannins. Concludes long, decadent and velvety.
    Drink over the next 5-6 years.
    Alc. 14.5%

    Other Reviews….
    Gracefully opulent and seductively complex, the bouquet shows dark fruit richness, toasty oak, clove, cinnamon and dark cocoa aromas, followed by a concentrated palate displaying terrific weight and plush mouthfeel. Wonderfully framed by beautifully melded tannins, finishing superbly long and stylish. At its best: now to 2037.
    96 Points
    Sam Kim – Wine Orbit

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    Furneaux Distillery Untamed Gin (700ml)
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $84. 99
    Bottle
    $1019.88 Dozen
    ABV: 42%

    Exploring the Furneaux Islands is an aromatic adventure. You find flowering kunzea, luscious as honey, native rosemary, fragrant and herbal and wild fennel with its sweet aniseed. These untamed ingredients are combined with traditional gin botanicals to produce a subtle liquid study on the esoteric native flavours of Tassie's islands. 42% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... An excellent, well-considered use of botanicals, this gin presents cohesion between the aroma and palate. The somewhat restrained ABV is well-integrated and pleasant, allowing each flavour's nuance to be showcased and come through. This gin has two schools of flavour: the coastal, summer sea breeze quality and a warmer baked citrus quality. Both work in tandem to build an interesting, engaging and versatile spirit. These elements are not always harmonious. However, the heavier use of anise forward botanicals is a guiding flavour to effortlessly envelope and create a thoughtful & polished spirit. 94 points - Jess Clayfield, winecompanion.com.au

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    Furneaux Distillery Flinders Island Peated Single Malt Australian Whisky (700ml)
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $220. 00
    Bottle
    $2640.00 Dozen
    ABV: 48.2%

    Other reviews... Made with Tasmanian barley smoked post-malting with Flinders Island peat, the nose on this whisky is fascinating - almost like smoked chocolate - and like nothing I've ever smelled in a whisky before. Truly unique in a way that's rare in the world of whisky. Grassy and earthy aromas like freshly cut green capsicum are almost reminiscent of mezcal but without the underripe or volatile notes of a whisky bottled too young. There's enough oak and smoke here to round it out, along with lovely notes of maple syrup sweetness and orange zest, and the integration of oak and spirit is impressive. It's rare to have a smokey whisky that still smells so fresh, so that's ... refreshing. Powerful alcohol on the front palate dissipates quickly to a lovely roasted and candied macadamia nuttiness, and again the integration is impressive with a surprisingly easy, sweet finish. It could use more oiliness and texture to match the alcohol - it isn't a drink for those afraid of a little heat - but on the other hand, it's very drinkable for a whisky with so much power. Incredibly impressive for such a young distillery. Are there peated Scotch whiskies on the market that are better priced for similar quality? Yes. But this is a truly unique whisky made in a truly unique place without the backing of multinational corporations, and that's worth paying for. 96 points - Fred Siggins, winecompanion.com.au

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    Furneaux Distillery Sawyers Bay Single Malt Australian Whisky (700ml)
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $199. 99
    Bottle
    $2399.88 Dozen
    ABV: 46.6%

    Other reviews... This well-balanced single malt displays a lovely soft nose of fudgy, Christmas pudding, Aussie Apera and a delicacy that belies its youth. Maybe it's wishful imagination, but there's a note of coastal grass and rain on rocks that speaks to the island home, along with powerful notes of ripe fruits, melon and red apple in particular, a hallmark of good Aussie single malt in the same way it's a hallmark of good Aussie pale ale. This whisky has a lot in common with other Tassie whiskies, so it is very recognisable for its region, but with no rough edges hiding under the oak - an unfortunately common problem on the Apple Isle - which shows a deft hand in the stillhouse and a careful nose in the blending room. The palate is light and approachable, with a fresh apple and mild tannin on the finish, giving this whisky the gravitas that the lovely nose deserves. While lacking the complexity or texture to be truly exceptional, it's a prime example of what makes Aussie whisky great and something I'd be proud to show off to anyone in the world. At $200 a pop, it's not cheap, but given the genuine craft approach taken here, the price is justified. If this is the quality they're producing this early in the game, there are very good things ahead for Furneaux. 94 points - Fred Siggins, winecompanion.com.au

    Renais Gin (700ml)
    UNITED KINGDOM
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Short for 'Renaissance', Renais is the brainchild of Emma Watson, of Harry Potter fame, together with her brother James who works in the drinks industry. It begins with the grape skins left after pressing from their father's vineyard in Chablis. These, along with lees from the wine are distilled to produce a base spirit which is blended with "Kimmeridgian stone distillate", produced from an infusion of rocks from northern Burgundy. Add the necessary botanicals and you have a fresh, dry, juniper-led style. Tasters have also noted a distinctive minerality, typical of the Chablis region's wines. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Renais is a luxury gin brand in the UK that’s so fancy they released a limited edition bottle featuring artwork from Emma Watson. On a recent trip to London the brand was kind enough to send me a sample of the gin — in the boring old normal person bottle, mind you — which I dutifully carted back to the U.S. for review. As far as I can tell it isn’t available on our shores. Renais is made as an homage to Burgundy in France, distilled from salvaged Grand Cru grape skins collected after being pressed to make wine. Botanicals include (but may not be limited to) juniper, grains of paradise, linden flowers, and acacia honey. Golden yellow in color, the gin has the appearance of a cocktail that’s ready to drink, but the nose is classic London dry — heavy, biting juniper with a sultry angelica earthiness underneath. It’s very peppery with mild notes of anise and less distinct florals, largely dried, to wind things up. On the palate, the gin is a powerhouse. Fans of modern, more gossamer gins will laugh in the face of Renais. Powerful notes of juniper, rosemary, and thyme give the gin an immediate punch of green herbs, as piney as a walk amongst the evergreens can be. The drinker is in for some surprises, however, as a brisk citrus quality soon becomes clear, followed by a growing, insistent sweetness. The acacia honey in the mix is no joke, providing a soothing backbone against which the aggressive herbal notes can find some rest. The finish is lightly sweet and tinged with florals again, making for a spirit that is delightful on its own but also a natural companion with tonic. - drinkhacker.com

    5+ Stars - diffordsguide.com

    Grant's Elementary Copper 29 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Banffshire, SCOTLAND
    $399. 00
    Bottle
    $4788.00 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

    Part of a travel retail exclusive series, the whisky's name and branding emphasise the role of copper in whisky production, with the blend including malt whisky distilled in copper pot stills and grain whisky that has been in contact with copper plates during distillation. Expect notes of tropical fruit, toffee and toasted oak. The presentation includes a copper-themed box. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Hakushu Japanese Forest Bittersweet Edition Single Malt Japanese Whisky (700ml)
    Hokuto, Yamanashi, JAPAN
    $599. 00
    Bottle
    $7188.00 Dozen
    ABV: 43%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product shown.

    A circa 2023 release aged exclusively in Spanish oak intended to show off a slightly different side of Hakushu compared to the standard 12 year old. Travel Retail exclusive. Not something we come across every day! 43% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... In a world where great Japanese whisky prices are always exponentially rising, Hakushu Japanese Forest is a relatively affordable standout offering from Suntory. Despite its lack of an age statement, I would pick this over the more expensive Hakushu 12 and Yamazaki 12 every time. With its uncharacteristically sherry forward persona, and delicately balanced palate, this Japanese Forest Bittersweet Edition shows the sweeter side to the Suntory’s “forest distillery”. Its nose is fantastic, with a lovely burst of flavor right as it hits your tongue. The only thing keeping this from being exceptional is the relatively thin finish and its limited availability in Travel Retail and Japan. But if you’ve always wanted to explore what Hakushu is like without the smoke, this Japanese Forest expression is absolutely worth a pickup if you ever come across any of the few remaining bottles out in the wild. - thewhiskystudy.com

    Lauders 25 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    SCOTLAND
    $199. 00
    Bottle
    $2388.00 Dozen
    ABV: 42%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product shown.

    ****Note: The bottle has experienced some liquid loss due to evaporation. It is fairly consistent with evaporation from ceramic bottles of this age.****

    This is one of 2000 ceramic decanters which filled with 25 year old whiskies from renowned Highland and Island single malt distilleries, blended with soft 25 year old grain whisky to create a unique and mature luxury blend. One taster described it as "Very smooth but really voluminous blend for apple lovers, Glen Grant friends, for example, will enjoy it."

    Archibald Lauder was a man who believed in good things done well, something that was reflected in all his accomplishments. Being the owner of one of Glasgow’s finest hostelries (the eponymous Lauder’s Bar) he always dressed well and catered for his guests’ every need. His establishment was known city-wide for welcoming people from all walks of life.

    Whisky production was made legal in 1815, and still by the early 1830’s quality was anything but consistent. Archibald realised that the only way to provide his friends and customers with a great whisky every time was to create his own blend. The first unique whisky from the bar appeared in 1834, and Archibald Lauder spent years perfecting that blend. He proudly put his name to the blend, and to this day, the label still bears his signature. Lauder’s 25 Year Old is the crowning achievement of over 180 years of Lauder’s tradition. Selected malt and grain whiskies are aged for a minimum of 25 years in a combination of ex-sherry and ex-bourbon oak casks. The resulting blend combines complex and deep flavours of rich dried fruits and subtle spice. We hope Archibald Lauder would be proud.

    Awarded a Double Gold Medal at the 2021 International World Spirits Competition.

    Gelston's 26 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Irish Whiskey (700ml)
    IRELAND
    $799. 00
    Bottle
    $9588.00 Dozen
    ABV: 54.2%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

    As far as we can tell Gelstons is independently owned but they source all their whiskey from Bushmills. Frank McHardy of Springbank fame was the head distiller of Bushmills during this time. So probably no coincidence the stuff is very good. General consensus is that it's an "Irish fruit bomb". 54.2% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Nose: whoua! A basket of exotic fruits, the nose is sublime. A mixture of watermelon, pineapple, mango, passion fruit, enhanced by a little toasted or even roasted malt. A superb multi vitamin! :-) Palate: freshness ...... fruit juice ...... I expected something less linear. Final: a finish on the passion fruit, mango, moderately short. Comments: the alcohol is perfectly integrated. A very good fruit juice flavored with whisky is not bad. Even if this juice is perfect, I expected more panache. - whiskybase.com

    1992 Bushmills Causeway Collection Cognac Cask Finish Cask Strength Single Malt Irish Whiskey (700ml) - LMDW Exclusive
    County Antrim, IRELAND
    $1299. 00
    Bottle
    $15588.00 Dozen
    ABV: 46.7%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

    A European exclusive that appears to have the same specs as an official release, also finished in Cognac casks (review below). Bottled in 2020, making it 28 years old. 46.7% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered.

    Notes from a similar bottling... The cognac-cask finish finesses the intensity and concentration of the lush fruity character of this whisky. A complex interplay of peach, apricot, apple, pineapple, lemon zest, thick-cut marmalade, oak, faint spices, and dried fruit on the nose. A thick velvety mouthfeel of sweet orange, grapefruit, and lime sweeps to a climax of peppercorn and clove, then it abates with dried apricot, papaya, and marzipan-wrapped Battenberg cake. Exceptional! 95 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    Daylesford Spirit Gin Tasting Pack (4 x 50ml)
    Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $45. 99
    Bottle
    $551.88 Dozen

    This gift pack takes you on a journey through the Daylesford Spirit range, offering a taste of four distinctive creations, featuring four of their favourite products across the range. Perfect for gifting or savouring:

    50ml Blood Orange Gin 42% Alc./Vol.

    50ml Barrel Aged Shiraz Gin 37% Alc./Vol.

    50ml Sloe Gin 30% Alc./Vol.

    50ml Vanilla Vodka 38% Alc./Vol.

    Isle of Jura 30 Year Old Camas An Staca Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Isle of Jura, SCOTLAND
    $999. 00
    Bottle
    $11988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 44%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product shown.

    'Standing Stone', or ‘Camas an Staca’ in Gaelic, takes its name from the largest of Jura’s eight standing stones. Known as ‘The Bay of the Protecting Rocks’, this imposing 12 foot obelisk is reputedly all that remains of a stone circle laid some 3,000 years ago by the earliest Diurachs to appease the spirits. The iconic Jura bottle is presented in a beautiful display case that opens its doors to reveal the story of the whisky. Meticulously detailed, the bottle is in-filled with copper wax with a matching metal plaque. 44% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... The latest addition to the Jura range has been matured in American white oak casks before spending three years in Gonzalez Byass oloroso sherry butts. The mellow nose is lightly oily, with figs, sherry, orange, and a savory note. Vanilla emerges, along with malt, and finally a hint of cinnamon and parma violets. Soft and supple on the palate, with more orange, plus cocoa, sultanas, and dates. The finish is lengthy and features dark chocolate, raisins, aniseed, and subtle spices. 89 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    This baby was finished in Oloroso sherry casks from Gonzalez Byass'. The funny name means standing stone. Colour: apricoty, almost pink. Nose: starts on frankly vinous notes, its not that it’s unpleasant, it’s just a little excessive. The good news is that all that would just go away after a few seconds, leaving more room for a complex range of citrus fruits, both dried and fresh. Oranges are very obvious, then rather citrons. Touches of baklavas, orange blossom, pomegranates, then more cigars, raisins, chocolate and just a little leather as well as a few floral notes, mainly peonies. All that is rather smooth and easy-going, although more mineral notes do rise after a few minutes. Graphite oil? Mouth: excellent attack, quite old style, with a fruitiness that reminds me of both old Bowmores and Benriach, although this one is soon to become a little drier and slightly chalky. Also a little chlorophyll and this leather from the sherry. Walnuts. Touches of salt. Finish: medium long, even drier now, the fruits have almost vanished and it all gets quite tea-ish and cigary. Cinnamon and nutmeg in the aftertaste as well as a little smoke. Fino sherry or vin jaune. Comments: very high quality but I feel the dry sherry is sometimes overwhelming ‘in the background’, with its, well, dryness. Otherwise it would have been 90+ material. 87 points - whiskyfun.com

    Glen Deveron Royal Burgh Collection 28 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $399. 00
    Bottle
    $4788.00 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

    A very old Glen Deveron produced at the Macduff Distillery situated by the Deveron River in the Highlands. The whisky includes some of their rarest stocks. Built in 1960, Macduff was acquired by William Lawson Distillers in 1972 and is now owned by John Dewar and Sons. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... An inviting bouquet opens the tasting with distinct notes of oak and malt, accompanied by sweet vanilla custard and a hint of grain. Fruity accents of apple pie and a splash of lemon lend the nose a pleasant freshness and lightness. On the palate, the whisky is creamy and balanced with sweetness. Gentle oak spice forms the backbone, while red berries and tropical mango unfold a fruity depth. Subtle spice notes add complexity, before a hint of black pepper elegantly rounds off the flavor profile. The finish is long and smooth. Sweet vanilla lingers, accompanied by ripe red apple and a light oak aftertaste that slowly fades away. An all-round harmonious whisky with a pleasant balance of sweetness, fruit, and spice. The combination of vanilla, ripe fruit, and delicate spice in particular gives it an elegant, memorable character. A delight for all who appreciate mild yet complex whiskies. - whiskybase.com

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    Furneaux Distillery Smoky Wedding Peated Single Malt Australian Whisky (700ml)
    Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
    $220. 00
    Bottle
    $2640.00 Dozen
    ABV: 46.5%

    Notes from the producers... A combination of Flinders Island coastal peated malt and Scottish peated malt makes up the mash bill in this inimitable whisky. Matured in ex Heaven Hill and Makers Mark Bourbon casks. Salty caramel and cacao on the nose with soft citrus. ​ Peat and sweetness pops on the front palate like a smoky candy pearl. ​ Rich and balanced with great texture, the Scottish peat influence bring a chewy, iodine sweetness, while our Flinders peat lengthens the finish with a soft earthy aromatic smoke.

    Daylesford Spirit Miner's Navy Strength Australian Gin (700ml)
    Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $97. 99
    Bottle
    $1175.88 Dozen
    ABV: 58%

    A unique representation of the flavours that the Daylesford region provides - a vibrant gin, opening with a gentle herbal bouquet and introducing grassy-leafy spiciness upfront. Infused with marmalade, citrus, and juniper notes, the palate unfolds with a harmonious blend of sweet and savoury spices, with citrus essence lingering gracefully through the finish.

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