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Gentle Folk Ashton Chardonnay 2023
$65.00From a tiny 0.8ha block, the vines rooted in clay, sandstone and quartz. It’s a perfect chardonnay site and as such is the most varied wine in any given vintage. One is never quite sure what to expect, except something wonderful from the team at Gentle Folk. The most expressive of the single vineyards with […]
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Gentle Folk Scary Gully Chardonnay 2023
$65.00One of the great Adelaide Hills vineyards – a site that’s cool with rocky, shallow soils. Super vibrant and expressive with nectarine, white peach, grapefruit, smoky/flinty notes and white chocolate. Succulent, fleshy, focused and concentrated. Savoury spice hits you immediately and sits long on the palate, riding the stream of pulpy, silky texture and flow. […]
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Haddow and Dineen Riesling 2022
$40.00Pale straw in the glass with aromas of lemon pith, poached pears and apple pie with underlying hints of pressed white flowers, crushed stone and liminal wafts of lanolin and mountain herbs. Swift and fruit pure on the palate with a gentle phenolic textural sway, subtle blossom top notes and a stony, mineral-laden finish. 94 […]
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Polperro Landaviddy Lane Pinot Noir 2021
$100.00Expressive and floral, with violets, geranium, sweet Middle Eastern spice, red fruits and hints of dark. Lovely smooth flow, very even shape of great width and amplitude. Poached plum and red fruits mingle with spice and autumnal notes. Velvet and bright, the acidity apparent from the beginning, framing and shaping the flow. Such movement and […]
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Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Montee de Tonnerre 2020
$130.00“The 2020 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru comes from three parcels and taken was directly from used barrel. The elegant bouquet features orange blossom, yellow flowers and a light minerally scent that emerges with time. The palate is just lovely: beautifully defined, cohesive and poised, with tangible mineralité and touches of white peach and […]
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Laurent Tribut Chablis Beauroy 1er Cru 2022
$190.00“A whiff of exotic fruit lurks in the background of the aromas of mostly white peach, apricot and sea breeze. The rich and beautifully textured medium weight flavors possess notably better depth on the sneaky long and balanced finale that is noticeably firmer.” 90-92 points – Allen Meadows, Burghound Click here for our full […]
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Luciano Sandrone Valmaggiore Nebbiolo d’Alba 2021
$95.00Barbara Sandrone describes this as a mini Barolo, as do so many Barolo producers when discussing their nebs, but marketing pitches aside, I don’t think that does it justice. You can have too much of a good (great) thing and the Valmaggiore is so elegant, composed and beautiful, without trying to emulate Barolo. Grown in […]
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Carl Loewen Riesling Ritsch GG 2020
$90.00Out of Stock
The 2020er Ritsch GG, as it is referred to on the front label, comes from old and partially still un-grafted vines and was fermented spontaneously and aged on its gross lees in traditional Fuder cask for 6 months. It immediately catches one’s attention with its intensive and smoky notes of herbs, ginger, pear, candied grapefruit, […]
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Tim Smith Barossa Grenache 2022
$38.00It’s all about McLaren Vale Grenache at the moment, but the Barossa Valley should not be overlooked and Tim Smith’s iteration is one of the best, if not the best value from the entire valley. Incredible aromatics with a compote of English summer red fruits, blueberry, some blackcurrant. sweet spices and an almost Nebbiolo sensibility […]
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Jasper Hill Occam’s Razor Shiraz 2022
$45.00Out of Stock
Very dark impenetrable colour, and a very Heathcote nose. Blackberry, dark cherry, glace cherry, chocolate, ferrous notes, fresh compost and savoury spices. Luscious palate, rich and full bodied with an enveloping volume of fruit, fresh cinnamon, vanilla and cigar box. Rich, ripe chocolatey tannins focus the wine’s sheer density and a seam of acid completes […]
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Seehof Morstein Riesling Kabinett 2022
$40.00Sourced from one of the top, limestone-laden vineyards in Rheinhessen, Seehof’s Morstein is fine, dry Riesling. Shimmering a striking golden yellow, the nose benefits from a bit of breathing time to show its full potential of lime blossom, sage, candied ginger, and petrol tones. On the palate, this Morstein is dark and brooding, but balanced […]
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Polperro Landaviddy Lane Pinot Noir 2022
$100.00The 2022 Landaviddy Lane Pinot Noir leads with a sweetly fruited red strawberry nose, with sandalwood, freshly grated nutmeg, violets, kicked dirt, pomegranate, red apple skins, a hint of clove and star anise, dried herbs and a whiff of tapenade. The palate follows exactly. This is a wonderful wine. it’s consistent in texture, persistent in […]
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Christophe et Fils Chablis 1er Cru Mont de Milieu 2022
$105.00A very ample Mont de Milieu from vines planted in 1990, south facing and rooted in limestone. Beautiful aromatics of fresh lemon, lemongrass, seaweed, gardenia, grapefruit and almond paste. Terrific energy and vibrancy, the limestone positively shines through with oyster shell minerality and saltiness. Deep, rich, focused and airy, with white and yellow peach, cumquat […]
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Murdoch Hill Artisan Series Apollo Pinot Noir 2022
$85.00The colour’s so pale, it’s hard to imagine the power, intensity and sheer presence that such a pretty wine can have. Very complex aromatics of tangy red fruits, cool hedge fruits, Chinese five spice, blood orange, savoury spice and wild herbs. Deep and concentrated, the tannins, skin and bunch are present to swirl, taste and […]
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Stonegarden Riesling 2023
$40.00A great vintage for Eden Valley Riesling, combining soaring aromatics, richness, complexity and precision. Vivid flavours of grapefruit, fresh lime, lime preserve, green mango, jasmine, cumin, green apple and white peach. Very pure mouthfeel, ripe thank heavens it’s not picked too early, and masses of freshness. Poised, elegant and immensely powerful, the fruit thrusting to […]
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Stonegarden Northwest Grenache 2021
$65.00From vines planted in 1858 and 1854. This is really something, framed by cashmere tannins that run long, from beginning to end. Super aromatic, as with all the wines, a compote of fennel, aniseed, blackberry, blackcurrant, rhubarb, smoke and earth. Fresh and vibrant, very fine, with soft bones of structure and vivid red fruits on […]
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Gabrielskloof The Landscape Elodie Chenin Blanc 2022
$55.00This comes from four vineyards in the Swartland, ranging in age from 38-55 years, 2 in granite and two in ironstone soils. 20% amphora. This is fine, dry and textural with fine citrus, white peach and pear, sitting atop a stony chalky minerality, with a salty twist on the finish. Very fine and expressive. 95/100 […]
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Billecart-Salmon Vintage 2009
$160.00Comprises 40/33/27% pinot noir/chardonnay/pinot meunier, 73% grands and premiers crus. The low dosage of 2g/l and the warm vintage allow the fruit-based flavours free rein – white peach, Granny Smith apple and nectarine. The finish and aftertaste remain fresh and long. A house in grand form. 96 points, James Halliday – Australian Wine Companion […]
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Mac Forbes Coldstream Village Pinot Noir 2022
$65.00Beautiful pretty aromatics of poached plum, rhubarb, strawberry and whole bunch spice. Very complex shape and texture. Sleek, focused, linear and round. Tangy fruits, savoury, with grippy tannins, loosening to velvet towards the close. Beautiful wine, better with food. Waters Wine Co From two vineyards on the valley floor. Made with 10-20% whole bunches, […]
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Fighting Gully Road Smiths Vineyard Chardonnay 2021
$85.00“Black label. A complex and compelling chardonnay. At its heart is a mineral, beeswax and slatey core that lays the foundation for the wine, contributing an effortless, natural balance. To that, the winemaker has brought ripe, citrus and stone fruits, introduced some spicy oak and a nougat-like texture. Brings both power and delicacy to the […]
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Haddow and Dineen Grain of Truth Pinot Gris 2023
$50.00An exciting wine to taste, and an even better wine to drink. The aromatics are thrillingly complex with, burnt butter, orange, yellow and white peach, white plum, grapefruit, summer honey, macadamia and pink lady apple. Rich and full bodied, yet immensely structured; the wine’s natural acidity balances the richness perfectly. There is a sense of […]
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Cantina della Stazione Dolcetto d’Alba DOC 2021
$40.00Bright and perfumed aromatics of brambly fruit, cherry, plum, mulberry, clove and cocoa. The colour is vibrant, translucent and gentle, and you can taste the effortless and poised flavours. Juicy and sleek, savoury; the tannins tight and linear, evolving towards Cocoa powder. Gourmand in style, there’s lots of flavour, abundant texture and plenty of freshness. […]
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Swinney Franklands Cabernet Syrah 2020
$90.00Are blends better than single varietals? This Cabernet Syrah would certainly stoke the fires of debate, and I would have loved the opportunity to taste the unblended varietals. Very refined, in the claret vein, balanced poised, powerful and graceful. Stunning flavours of violets, plum, blackcurrant, raspberry, tobacco and cream. Terrific shape, across an even plane, […]
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Fritz Haag Brauneberger Juffer Riesling Spätlese 2021
$65.00Bright, intense and tingling with tang. Incredible focus of citrus, stone, orchard and tropical fruit. Fresh herbs from the garden, mint, marjoram and tarragon, mingled with jasmine. Incredible depth and power, the flavours layered and being so bright, bordering on hedonistic. Pure, clear, ethereal and elegant, brimming with energy, character and driving power. Remarkable wine, […]
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La Rioja Alta 890 Gran Reserva 2010
$595.00100 points, Guia Peñin 100 points, Sobremesa – the first and only perfect score in 40 years The superlative 2010 release is the first 890 Gran Reserva since 2005, and it was definitely worth the wait. Partnering Tempranillo with 3% Graciano and 2% Mazuelo, it has a wonderful combination of structure, sweetness and focus. Aromatic […]
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Henri Germain Meursault 2022
$210.00“The 2022 Meursault Village is ample and generous, wafting from the glass with notes of pear, clear honey, green apple and bread dough. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered, with a rich core of fruit girdled by lively acids, it concludes with a saline finish.” 90-92 points, William Kelley, The Wine Advocate “The 2022 Meursault […]
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Vincent Dureuil-Janthial Rully Rouge 2020
$105.00Out of Stock
A terrific follow up to the excellent 2019 with notes of blackcurrant, dark cherry, blackberry, sandalwood, baking spices and plum. Medium bodied, plush, succulent and sappy. The oak frames the wine nicely and is beautifully integrated. It’s delicate and pretty, the fruit sweet and tangy. Tannins are long, drawn out, powdery and soft. Very fine […]
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Joshua Cooper Claret 2024
$38.00I am forever surprised at the lack of support for Cabernet Sauvignon and cabernet blends, particularly when I am lucky enough to sample Josh Coopers wonderful wines. Not as edgy or angular as his later released wines, this nonetheless has some wonderful rough hewn tannins and a back lift of bright acidity. Blackcurrant, plum, cherry, […]
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Charles Melton Sparkling Red NV
$80.00Use of the traditional Australian technique for their sparkling red, as pioneered by Seppelts at Great Western. The base wine is aged for around two years or so in oak and then tirage bottled and left on lees for up to four years. This gives a complex aromatic of fruit sweetness and classic autolysis character […]
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Gosset Grande Réserve Brut NV
$110.00Gosset’s emblematic Champagne, and at this price, surely the best of the House Champagnes. Complex aromatics of white and yellow flowers, brioche, dark honey and lemon zest. Almost full bodied, the overriding sense of it is abundance. Broad and rich with ginger nut, fleshy red fruits and subtle citrus. Wonderfully round and generous with just […]
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