2012 Peique Tinto Mencia
Not a very enjoyable experience drinking this wine. OK tannins can’t save a somewhat stinky nose comprised of mushroom, earth and a bit of brettanomyces. A bit of fruit shows up on the… Read More
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2012 Union Squared Red
A delicious combination of Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Gamay Noir & Syrah. An unusual melange but one where we can see each individual varietals influence represented in the end result. Beautiful flavours… Read More
2012 Lealtanza Rioja White
Very pale straw in colour with pronounced aromas of green grass, apple, lemon and pear. The aromas follow through to the palate with very fresh, green flavours. The acidity is ferocious and the… Read More
2011 Hermanos Lurton Tempranillo
Red berry fruit dominates the nose of this big alcohol Tempranillo. You can pick up a bit of earth and woody aromas as well. There is a wall of tannin that smacks you… Read More
2012 Tinto Figuero 4 Tempranillo
A wonderful array of smells featuring cherry, cassis, woodsmoke, and spice. Sharp tannins lead way to a nice cacaphony of fruit including cherry, plum and cassis with flavours of cloves and spices. Quite… Read More
2010 St. Supery Rutherford Merlot
Almost black in colour, with pronounced aromas of sweet black plums, blackcurrant, cigar box and vanilla. Dense fruit is packed in in layers upon layers. Very full, with very well integrated tannins and… Read More
2012 Braschi Albana Di Romagna
A beautiful yellowy gold colour with scrumptious aromas of pear, peach, flowers and pineapple. The palate is clean and smooth with refined pear and peach flavours, with a bit of tangy minerality creeping… Read More
2012 Creekside Laura’s White
A light, crisp little blend featuring Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Riesling and Gewürztraminer. You can really pull elements from each varietal here, which makes it work quite well. A delightful acidity with… Read More
2010 Peninsula Ridge Beal Vineyards Reserve Chardonnay
Toasty aromas of coconut and apple with repeat flavours on the palate with the inclusion of a creamy vanilla character. A bit flat on the finish with the flavour disappating rather quickly. Drink… Read More
2011 Bachelder Saunders Vineyard Chardonnay
A full bodied, smooth and buttery Chardonnay full of Asian pear, earth, iodine and tropical flavours. Full bodied, with a quick and creamy finish. A nice Chard, but greatly overpriced. Drink over the… Read More