19 Crimes Pinot Noir is part of a range that celebrates our convict history. Its delicious combination of fresh strawberries, raspberries and white pepper. Along with a generous mouthfeel this wine is supported by a soft, velvety texture with good length and subtle tannin to finish.
The 2021 Barossa Shiraz is a striking expression of this iconic Australian variety, offering a harmonious blend of power, elegance, and complexity. Deep ruby in color, it opens with intense aromas of ripe blackberries, plums, and dark cherries, underpinned by subtle notes of spice, black pepper, and licorice. The palate is further enriched by hints of dark chocolate, coffee, and a touch of oak, giving it a rich, almost decadent lasting feel. Single vineyard wine from Lyndoch 25-35 yr old. . at crusher stage 30% juice drawn off to ensure lower extractions rates for more concentration. American oak 5% new and 25% seasoned and French oak seasoned 70%
Red can be technicolour. Channelled, refracted and filtered to paint a widescreen sensory journey. Blackberry jelly gleams, Doris plum gloams, Nasturtium almost sweetens while grapeskin tightens, burning bright until the finish line in this 2021 Shiraz; the third release of Daniel Ricciardo's DR3 x St Hugo wine collection.
Dandelion Vineyards Faraway Tree of McLaren Vale Grenache
Winemaker Elena Brooks has a unique ability to heighten the aromatic power and flavour of Grenache, and this wine is her pinnacle release of the variety.Bright medium to deep ruby. Seductive florals, strawberry, violets, raspberry jube and rose petal. An amalgam of gentle flavours with sweet cherry and strawberry, over satin-soft tannins with superb length. A beautifully made wine.
Dandelion Vineyards Faraway Tree of McLaren Vale Grenache 2024
Dandelion Vineyards Moonrise Kingdom of McLaren Vale Shiraz Grenache Petite Sira
"A smart blend" (Halliday) with Golds, Platinum and 94-96pt scores. From the very gifted winemaker Elena Brooks. "Flavours skip through sour plum, wild raspberry, blackberry pastille, soft licorice, ground ginger, dark rye, mace and a certain tarriness, measured but robust tannins closing out. It’s a smart blend, pulpy, chewy, multi-layered and bursting with flavour. 95pts” (Marcus Ellis, The Halliday Wine Companion). "Rich and intense on the palate with loads of blue fruits and dark earth minerality... it rolls long and weighty with supple tannins ensuring the drive is clear, focused and very long. 95pts” Stuart Knox, The Real Review). Ken Gargett, WinePilot adds that it is "Stunning stuff... A silky palate, very long and seamless with soft and sleek tannins. An enticing style which is utterly delicious. 96pts".
Dandelion Vineyards Moonrise Kingdom of McLaren Vale Shiraz Grenache Petite Sira 2023
A recent addition to the Petaluma stable, the Petaluma of Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon is a great example of modern Australian winemaking when let to mingle with traditional wine estate and aged vineyards. Notes of dark chocolate, mocha, espresso and forest floor sit alongside bold blackcurrant fruit and cedar nuances. The finish is long and sustained.
There is a delicate perfume of Kirsch and dried strawberry with underlying dried bouquet garni. This is a light to medium-bodied wine with a supple yet generously flavoured palate.
This dark, structured wine, with its balanced blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz, is firm with tannins and dense berry fruits. Full in the mouth; a concentrated wine. - 90 PTS. Wine Enthusiast 2013 Vintage and #5 Top 100.
A 1st Growth of the highest order, Château Margaux is one of the original 1st growths classified in the Médoc and is arguably the most important of the region. Producing only some 33,000 cases of predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaux consistently produces wines that are among the finest examples of the vintage. 2009 is regarded as one of the finest in recent memory in the region and 'normal' wines form the Margaux appellation are being heralded as truly exceptional. One can only speculate how magnificent the Château Margaux will be in 15-20 years time, if one can be patient enough!