Yangarra PF Shiraz 2013
Interesting new release. Grown biodynamically. No additions whatsoever. Falls under the banner of “natural” in its growing and making.
View ArticleCoriole Prosecco 2013
It used to be a non-vintage release but it’s now made from a single year.
View ArticleRichard Hamilton Centurion Shiraz 2012
Once known as Old Vine Shiraz, now known as 120 Year Old Vine Shiraz. The years keep on passing.
View ArticleRichard Hamilton Burton’s Vineyard Grenache 2011
15% alcohol grenache from the 2011 McLaren Vale vintage. Cop that. Grown on Old Bush Vines.
View ArticleThree Dark Horses Grenache Rosé 2013
I like the name Three Dark Horses. I had a school mate who was called ‘The Dark Horse’, but let’s not go there.
View ArticlePrimrose Path Shiraz 2012
“The Primrose Path was founded by leading McLaren Vale wine grower Jim Zerella and Nicholas Crampton to create modern and exciting wines that showcase this amazing region.” It’s grown in the Seaview...
View ArticleMr Riggs Three Corner Jack Shiraz Cabernet Merlot 2011
Comparatively inexpensive red blend out of McLaren Vale.
View ArticleMr Riggs Shiraz 2011
The wine is mostly matured in French oak but also sees some American. 35% new oak. Press release refers to this as the “eleventh release of this cult wine”.
View ArticleMr Riggs Scarce Earth Shiraz 2011
Limited release. Selected to be part of McLaren Vale’s Scare Earth initiative. Pretty schmick it is too.
View ArticleMr Riggs Yacca Paddock Tempranillo 2011
Rustic McLaren Vale tempranillo out of the Mr Riggs winery.
View ArticleHither & Yon Nero d’Avola 2013
In the move to create lighter, fresher reds that suit our climate, I’d say Nero d’Avola et al represent a great leap forward. These vines planted in 2010, are already paying dividends.
View ArticleAudrey Wilkinson Winemakers Selection Tempranillo 2012
The Audrey Wilkinson brand – Hunter Valley based – spreads its wings far and wide. This is from McLaren Vale.
View ArticleChapel Hill Mourvedre 2012
Seems to be an overarching house style over at Chapel Hill these days, kind of like Penfolds, but Chapel Hilly.
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