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2006 Pizzini Il Barone
A curious and fascinating blend of Cabernet, Shiraz, Sangiovese and Nebbiolo. Unique in the Australian landscape and, for mine, not given the press it deserves. Food pairing recommendations are Osso Bucco (tried it and it works a treat) and Duck Ragout on … Continue reading
Chandon Sparkling Summit 2012
Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes… Dan Buckle’s departure from the peppery, shiraz drenched isolation of Mount Langi Ghiran came as a surprise to many, myself included. He had imposed a singular vision on that winery – one that had lifted it to the heights … Continue reading
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2011 Jamsheed Harem Series Le Blanc Plonk
For someone who has arguably already made a name for himself via single vineyard Syrahs from the Yarra Valley and the Grampians, Jamsheeed winemaker Gary Mills is one hell of a blender – across varieties and regions. The 2011 Le … Continue reading
Posted in Beechworth, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Gewürztraminer et al, King Valley, Other Whites, Yarra Valley
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2002 Pizzini Sangiovese
Pizzini are currently selling some back vintages of their Sangiovese (2002, 2003, 2006). It’s a good opportunity to see how the efforts of one of the grape’s pioneers in Australia have stood up to time. At ten years of age this … Continue reading
2011 Dal Zotto Rosato
A blend of Italian varieties, left unspecified on the label. Presents with a slight spritz and a light watermelon colour (see the neck of the image rather than the colour in the rest of the bottle) All kinds of savoury … Continue reading
2010 Dal Zotto Arneis
There’s not much good Arneis made in Australia. Having said that, if you’re gonna make a go of the variety, the King Valley is great place to start. Considering the lowish alcohol, this has a whole lot of mouthfeel going … Continue reading
Pucino Prosecco NV
I quite like Prosecco. I don’t really look to it for complexity or showmanship. Mostly I drink it when I want a quaffing sparkling or one that pairs with a wider range of foods than most Pinot Noir Chardonnay (et … Continue reading
2006 Brown Brothers Patricia Pinot Noir Chardonnay Brut
Having adored every release of this wine since 2000 it was with great anticipation that I opened the 2006 model. It’s good alright. Probably as good as the vintage that preceded it. It’s no shrinking violet. 79% Pinot Noir, 21% … Continue reading
2008 Redbank Fighting Flat Shiraz
Another tough vintage. After a dry winter the King Valley had several heavy rainfalls combined with high temperatures and humidity in spring and early summer…Most of our fruit was harvested prior to the March heatwave… Both of these new releases … Continue reading
2011 Redbank Sunday Morning Pinot Gris
“Sunday morning, praise the dawning It’s just a restless feeling, by my side” – The Velvet Underground Did you know that if you google ‘Sunday Morning Lyrics’ you get links to Maroon 5 and No Doubt songs as the first two results? … Continue reading