Yering Station Pinot Noir
Victoria's first vineyard is a landmark in the Yarra Valley and an icon of the Australian wine industry. Loads of lovely Pinot character on the nose with ripe cherry gamey notes and hints of "forest floor". Silky in texture the lingering flavour is enhanced by a touch of oak.
Frogmore Creek Pinot Noir
Organically grown grapes from Tasmania have yielded a complex Pinot Noir with dried strawberry fruit characters and a satisfying savoury palate. Elegant and enjoyable Pinot from an up and coming producer!
Tamar Ridge Pinot Noir
There is no doubting the quality of Northern Tassie Pinot. This is a fine example from the Tamar Valley has elegance, length and varietal flavours of plum and cherry balanced by a touch of oak and light astringency.
Gibson The Dirtman Shiraz
The Dirtman Shiraz by Gibson Wines is named after Rob Gibson, owner and winemaker. With love of viticulture and the soil, Rob has always been referred to as The Dirtman. This attractive Shiraz has wonderful rich, dark cherry notes with plums and a touch of apricot thrown in. The texture on the palate is vibrant with a length that is simply perfect.
Marqués de Riscal Reserva Rioja
The Reserva Tempranillo blend from iconic Riojan producer, Marqués de Riscal is made from fruit sourced from outstanding vineyard sites that are in excess of 15 years of age. This fruit is able to withstand the lengthy maturation process in oak due to the fine, complex tannin and acid structure. The resulting wine is classically savoury with notes of dark berries and toasty oak. The palate is long and rounded with interesting hint of spice.
Kalleske Greenock Shiraz
Greenock is a long standing subregion in the Barossa Valley known for rich, silken, dark-fruited wines. When you mix that terroir-driven history with a winery like Kalleske you have a match made in heaven. Able to fully utilise the deeply concentrated flavours produced by the Greenock fruit, the skilled team has bottle a full-bodied Barossa Shiraz that is overflowing with fruit, balanced tannins and seamless oak. Given some time and a nice decant and this single vineyard Shiraz will open up wonderfully.
Bodegas Y Vinedos Artazu Pasos de San Martin Grenache
BODEGAS Y VINEDOS ARTAZU Pasos de San Martin Grenache, Navarra
Bodegas Exopto Rioja Exopto Blanco Field Blend
Lopez Cristobal Roble La Linde Ribera del Duero
The 2023 Lopez Cristobal Roble La Linde Ribera del Duero is a stunning representation of the renowned Rioja region. This wine exudes a deep, ruby red color with glints of purple, giving a glimpse of its complex and rich aromas. On the nose, notes of ripe blackberries, cherries, and plums dance alongside hints of vanilla, spice, and toasted oak. On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied with well-integrated tannins and a silky texture, showcasing flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, and a touch of tobacco. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering essence of raspberry and leather. With its impeccable balance and depth of flavors, this wine is a true testament to the expertise of Lopez Cristobal and the exceptional vintage of 2023. Enjoy now or cellar for future enjoyment.
Eden Hall Shiraz
Though part of the Barossa, the Eden Valley is a slightly cooler climate than the neighbouring Barossa Valley, so generally produce Shiraz that is slightly more elegant in style. That said, the Eden Hall Shiraz is a wine that is not only rich, vibrant and full of life today, it will also hang in for the long haul.