
The Wines of Domenic Torzi
Saturday, 26th August, 2006
- David Farmer
I caught up with Domenic Torzi recently and sampled a range of wines. Domenic and partner Tracey Matthews have planted a small vineyard at Mount McKenzie in the Eden Valley in a very difficult area to grow grapes. Domenic likes to do things the hard way-if its leads to superior wine.
From this vineyard the Torzi Matthews Frost Dodger Eden Valley Shiraz 2004 is produced in small quantities. Now 70% of this wine was harvested and placed on drying racks in the sun for 21 to 40 days, a process known as 'appassimento', which is practised in Italy in Abruzzi. The grapes lose about 30% to 35% of their water. These grapes were then co-fermented with the remaining grapes still on the vine. Whole bunches were fermented with wild yeast with the wine going to old and 25% new oak for two years
The result is a superb, rich, but medium weight wine, complex and delightful. I rate this wine very highly and it is strongly recommended.
Two others were from the Adelaide Plains where his parents have market gardens. The Boomerang Adelaide Plains Shiraz 2005 is a full, big bodied style with intense richness and while a touch alcoholic was a joy to drink. Lastly I recommend a Longhop Adelaide Plains Old Vine Reserve 2004 which is a blend of cabernet and shiraz and displayed a wonderful fragrant lift to the aroma with a palate like melting chocolate and a delicious long palate.
It is likely we will hear a lot more about the wines from this partnership.
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- Kalleske Clarrys Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz 2007
- Soul Growers Barossa Valley Shiraz Grenache Mataro 2005
- Balthazar Barossa Valley Shiraz 2006
Beautiful Sparkling and Some Fire in Her EyesSunday, 31st May, 2009
- Clover Hill Lebrina Pipers River 2002
- Pipers Brook Pinot Gris 2007
- Rusden Barossa Valley Driftsand 2005
- The Fire In Her Eyes Dolcetto Cabernet 2006
- Temple Bruer Langhorne Creek Grenache Shiraz Viognier 2005
From the Delicate to the Dumb and Then Big and RichTuesday, 19th May, 2009
- Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spatlese 2005 (Max Ferd Richter)
- Riposte 'The Stiletto' Adelaide Hills Pinot Gris 2008
- Pearwood Wines Piccadilly Valley (Adelaide Hills) Chardonnay 2007
- Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier 2006
- The Standish Barossa Valley 2005
Having a Wine with Brian FletcherMonday, 11th May, 2009
- Miles from Nowhere Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2008
- The Lookout Margaret River Shiraz Cabernet 2007
- Miles from Nowhere Margaret River Cabernet Merlot 2007
- Both Barrells Frankland River Shiraz 2005
Barossa Again Though Others of InterestThursday, 30th April, 2009
- Heartland Langhorne Creek-Limestone Coast Viognier Pinot Gris 2006
- Domaine Barossa Toddler Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2007
- Lagrein Sudtirol-Alto Adige (J. Hofstatter) 2005
- Leske Barossa Valley Shiraz 2005
- Yalumba Bush Vine Barossa Grenache 2006
Six Different Wine RegionsSunday, 19th April, 2009
- Boycat Southern Fleurieu Penninsula Sauvignon Blanc 2008
- Brokenwood Harlequin Shiraz Grenache Pinot Noir 2003
- Cape Geographe Margaret River Merlot Cabernet 2007
- Tulloch Pokolbin Shiraz 2007 H.G.Brown Commemorative Release
- Josef Chromy Tasmania Pinot Noir 2007
- Craggy Range Sophia Gimblett Gravels Merlot 2004
Lots Of Interest But On The Whole AverageMonday, 6th April, 2009
- Oyster Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008
- Latimus Fruilo (Ronco Del Gelso) 2007
- Jacobs Creek Reserve Pinot Grigio 2007
- Chianti Classico Peppoli (Antinori) 2005
- Rocky Point Central Otago Pinot Noir 2006
- Peter Lehman Barossa Shiraz 2005
- Castel del Monte (Torrevento) 2004
Wines from the Golden West, Others Close to Home and Swinging by NapaMonday, 30th March, 2009
- Amberley Margaret River Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2007
- Amberley Margaret River Semillon 2004
- Xanadu Margaret River Chardonnay 2006
- Amberley Margaret River Cabernet Merlot 2007
- Scarpontoni McLaren Vale Estate Reserve
- Kalleske Barossa Valley Moppa Shiraz 2007
- Joseph Phelps Insignia Napa Valley 2004
His Wines - Justin Lane an Unusual and Very Talented WinemakerFriday, 20th March, 2009
- Viottolo Viale Sangiovese 2005
- Viottolo Adelaide Hills (Kuitpo) Dolcetto 2007
- Viottolo McLaren Vale Shiraz 2006
- Viottolo Adelaide Hills Dolcetto 2006
- Viottolo Blewitt Sptings (McLaren Vale) Nebbiolo 2005
- Viottolo Sangiovese Cabernet 2005
- Viottolo Sentiero Barbera Cabernet 2004
- Changing Lanes Cabernet Shiraz Malbec 2005
- Changing Lanes Tempranillo Cabernet 2005
An Interesting Warm Up - Then Pay DirtTuesday, 3rd March, 2009
- Vom Rotem Schotter (Bernard Ott) 2007
- Spy Valley Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2007
- Chablis Premier Cru Vaillons (William Fevre) 2005
- Crozes Hermitage (Guigal) 2005
- Villa Maria Reserve Gimblett Gravels Syrah Hawkes Bay 2006
Broadening the Palate Broadens the MindFriday, 13th February, 2009
- Cono Sur Central Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2007 (Chile)
- Secret Stone Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008
- Menetou-Salon (Henri Pele) 2006
- Labeye Grenache Syrah (Edouard Labeye) 2005 Vin de Pays
- Rubrato Aglianico di San Gregorio (Feudi San Gregorio) 2005
Hopping Everywhere - Just Like a PobblebonkThursday, 22nd January, 2009
- Quealy Pobblebonk 2006
- Meursault (Domaine Darviot-Perrin) 2004
- Mount Adam Eden Valley Pinot Noir 2002
- Crozes Hermitage Domaine des Lises 2005
- Kaiser Stuhl Winemakers Release Barossa Valley Cabernet 1986
A Trip to Margaret RiverThursday, 1st January, 2009
- Terre di Ginestra 2007 (Calatrosi)
- Leeuwin Estate Art Series Margaret River Chardonnay 2005
- Cullen Kevin John Margaret River Chardonnay 2006
- Flame Tree Margaret River Cabernet Merlot 2007
- Cullen Diana Madeline Margaret River 2006
A Trip Across the Southern HemisphereMonday, 22nd December, 2008
- Casa Silva Carmenere Colchagua Valley 2006
- Carrick Unravelled Central Otago Pinot Noir
2006
- Prodigo Malbec (Alessandro Speri) 2005
- Altos Mendoza Las Hormigas Malbec 2007
- De Lisio Catalyst McLaren Vale Shiraz Grenache 2005
- Quarterback McLaren Vale 2006
Another Buying Mistake but I Cheered Up LaterMonday, 12th December, 2008
- Spy Valley Marlborough Gewurztraminer 2007
- Heidenreich Estate Old School House Barossa Valley Viognier 2006
- Chalkers Crossing Tumbarumba Sauvignon Blanc 2007
- Spinifex Esprit 2006
- De Lisio McLaren Vale Shiraz 2006
- De Lisio McLaren Vale Grenache 2006
A Huge Night with Many Exciting WinesThursday, 13th November, 2008
- Condrieu (Cuilleron) 2005
- Tim Smith Adelaide Hills Viognier 2008
- Chassagne Montrachet (Domaine Darviot-Perrin) 2004
- Mersault Le Porusot (Bouchard Pere) 2004
- Cosme Palacio Rioja 2005
- Perigrine Otago Pinot Noir 2006
- Alicante Bouschet Alentejano (Finagra) 2004
- Monthelie Les Duresses (Bouchard Pere) 2005
- Beaune Premier Cru (Domaine Darviot Perrin) 2004
A Range of New Reds Finishing with The Incredible HulkSunday, 2nd November, 2008
- Seppeltsfield Flora DP 117 Fino
- Spinifex Papillon Barossa 2007
- Te Mata Bullnose Hawkes Bay Syrah 2005
- Schild Estate Barossa Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2007
- Yalumba Patchwork Barossa Shiraz 2005
- The Hattrick McLaren Vale 2005
From High Eden, Mornington, the Barossa Floor, Langhorne Creek and Coonawarra
Sunday, 19th October, 2008
- Mount Adam Eden Valley Pinot Gris 2007
- Benedictus Mornington Pinot Noir 2006
- Tim Smith Barossa Mataro Grenache Shiraz 2006
- Lake Breeze Langhorne Creek Bernoota Shiraz Cabernet 2003
- Yalumba The Menzies Coonawarra Cabernet 2004
New Regions, New Tastes and Old FriendsSunday, 14th September, 2008
- Xanadu Dragon Range Margaret River Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2007
- Albarino Burgano (Rias Baixus) 2006
- Brothers in Arms Langhorne Creek Cabernet 2005
- Elderton Friends Barossa Shiraz 2006
- Brothers in Arms Langhorne Creek Shiraz 2002
- Teusner Wines 'The Astral Series' Barossa Valley Moppa Mataro 2006
Fun Drinking in LondonMonday, 25th August, 2008
- Poggio Antico 'Altero' Toscano 1990
- Hacienda Monasterio 'Ribera del Duero' 2004 (Spain)
- Pelago Marche (Umani Ronchi) 2004
- Urbina Rioja (Pedro Benito) 1998 (Spain)
- Ch. Pontet Canet 2001
- Ch. Clinet 2000
- Nuits St. George 2004 (Daniel Rion)
A Pleasing Start with a Manzanilla Then To Mornington PeninsulaWednesday, 30th July, 2008
- Lustau Light Manzanilla
- Stonier Reserve Chardonnay 2006
- Stonier Reserve Pinot Noir 2006
- Stonier Windmill Vineyard Pinot Noir 2005
- Glaymond The Distance Barossa Valley Shiraz 2002
Cheap Whites then Pinots and a SurpriseSunday, 20th July, 2008
- Western Australia Reserve Classic 2007
- Domaine du Chateaux d'Eau Viognier 2006 (Moillard)
- Wooing Tree Otago Pinot Noir 2006
- Rockburn Central Otago Pinot Noir 2006
- Rusden Full Circle Barossa Valley Mataro 2005
What a Varied Lot but That's What Makes Wine So EnjoyableTuesday, 1st July, 2008
- SHW Southern Highland Wines Chardonnay 2007
- Tempus Two Melange a Trois Copper Label 2005
- Jacobs Creek Cabernet Merlot 2005
- The Black Chook Shiraz Viognier 2006
- Classic McLaren McLaren Vale Shiraz 2001
A Pleasing Night with Reds - Not a White in SightTuesday, 17th June, 2008
- Phi Lusatia Park Vineyard Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2006
- Thomas Vineyards McLaren Vale Shiraz 2004
- Thorpe Reserve McLaren Vale Shiraz 2004
- Golden Ball Beechworth Shiraz 2004
- Cat Amongst the Pigeons Fat Cat Barossa Valley Shiraz Cabernet 2006
- Loan Wines Barossa Valley Shiraz 2003
A London Dinner Party and a Wine Scoring 120/100Tuesday, 20th May, 2008
- Scharzhofberger Kabinett Riesling (Egon Muller) 2000
- Krug 1996
- Chassagne Montrachet 'Les Chaumes' (Michel Colin Delager) 2002
- Dom Perignon 1980
- Remirez de Ganuza Rioja (Bodegas Fernando Remirez) 1996
- Volnay Santenots du Milieu (Domaine Comtes Lafon) 1999
- Spinifex Indigene Barossa Valley Mataro Shiraz 2005
- Teusner Joshua Barossa Valley Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2006
- Rolf Binder Heinrich Shiraz Mataro Grenache 2005
- Chateau Coutet 1961
- Chateau Rieussec 1999
- Warres 1977
Modern Styles Marching Down the Same RoadThursday, 15th May, 2008
- Hungerford Hill Tumbarrumba Chardonnay 2006
- Georges Duboeuf Merlot 2005
- Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Villages 2006
- Tatachilla Partners Cabernet Shiraz 2004
- Gramps Barossa Valley Grenache 2006
London and Paris - In Search of the Perfect Cocktail and We Discover One of the Secrets of LifeFriday, 9th May, 2008
Interesting Whites and a Dying but Memorable PinotFriday, 18th April, 2008
- Yalumba Y Pinot Gris 2007
- Chalkers Crossing Tumbarumba Chardonnay 2005
- Wynns Coonawarra Chardonnay 2006
- Annies Lane Clare Cabernet Merlot 2005
- Hardys Keppoch Pinot Noir 1978
Basic Stuff Though it got Me ThinkingFriday, 4th April, 2008
- Evans and Tate Margaret River Classic Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2007
- Captain Jack Chardonnay 2006
- West Cape Howe Great Southern Styx Valley Chardonnay 2005
- Hardy's Oomoo McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre 2005
- Rosemount Shiraz 2006
- Annies Lane Clare Valley Shiraz 2006
Rose - What a JokeTuesday, 25th March, 2008
- Margan Hunter Valley Saignee Shiraz Rose 2007
- Turkey Flat Rose 2007
- Surveyors Hill Canberra District Cabernet Franc Rose 2006
- Two Churches Barossa Valley Rose 2007
- Geoff Merrill McLaren Vale Grenache Rose 2007
- Amano Puglia Rose 2007
Grand Cru I Am - Petit I'm NotMonday, 3rd March, 2008
- Stonier Chardonnay Pinot Noir Cuvee 2003
- Petit Chablis 2005 (William Fevre)
- Brian Barry Juds Hill Clare Riesling 2006
- Metala Langhorne Creek Shiraz Cabernet 2005
- Lloyd Brothers White Chalk McLaren Vale Shiraz 2005
A Tasting of 1998 Coonawarra CabernetsSunday, 24th February, 2008
- Coonawarra Cabernets 1998
Gossips, Moments of Delight and a Marketing ProblemTuesday, 19th February, 2008
- Warburn Estate Gossips Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Warburn Estate Gossips Chardonnay 2006
- Moss Wood Ribbon Vale Vineyards Margaret River Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Hatton Estate EC2 Gimblett Road Chardonnay 2006
- Warburn Estate Bushmans Gully Cabernet 2005
- Rosemount Estate Balmoral McLaren Vale Syrah 2002
- Heathcote II Shiraz 2005
Xmas Champagne, New Rhone and New McLarenMonday, 11th February, 2008
- Bruno Paillard N.V.
- Joseph Perrier Brut N.V.
- Georges Duboeuf Sauvignon Blanc
2006
- Domaine Lafond Cotes Du Rhone 2006
- Nashwauk Wrecked McLaren Vale Shiraz 2006
From the South Coast to the Hunter and W.A.Wednesday, 30th January, 2008
- Crooked River Wines Bawley Point Moonlight Verdelho 2007
- Strugglers Flat Martinborough Pinot Noir 2004
- Lakes Folly Hunter Valley Dry Red 1969
- Penfolds Kalimna Bin 28
- Mollydooker 'Enchanted Path' Shiraz Cabernet 2005
- Clairault Margaret River Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Cabernet Franc 1999
The Openers Collapsed but the Tail Fought BackMonday, 21st January, 2008
- Richmond Grove Watervale Riesling 1997
- Petaluma Piccadilly Chardonnay 1997
- Chablis Premier Cru ‘Montee de Tonnerre’ 1997 (Raveneau)
- Blackstone Paddock McLaren Vale Shiraz 2004 (Aldi label)
- Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz 1998
- Ch. Langoa Barton 1996
Heavy as a Brick - The Bottle Not the WineSunday, 2nd December, 2007
- Shaw & Smith Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Fifth Leg Margaret River Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay 2006
- Zontes Footstep Langhorne Creek Cabernet Malbec 2005
- Taylors 80 Acres Clare Cabenet Shiraz Merlot
- La Pleiade Heathcote Shiraz 2005
Dinner with Colin Forbes - the Wines Weren't Bad EitherThursday, 15th November, 2007
- Cleanskin Sparkling Red
- Poverty Hill Eden Valley Riesling 2006
- Poverty Hill Eden Valley Merlot 2005
- Poverty Hill Eden Valley Shiraz 2004
- Majella Coonawarra Cabernet 2004
- La Gioia Riecine Toscana 1998
Am I the Last Person Drinking Chardonnay?Tuesday, 23rd October, 2007
- Jacobs Creek Reserve Chardonnay 2005
- Wolf Blass Yellow Label Chardonnay 2006
- Taylors Eighty Acres Clare Shiraz Viognier 2005
- Agly Brothers Cotes du Roussillon 2005
- Richmond Grove Barossa Valley Shiraz 2002
We Try One of EverythingSaturday, 14th October, 2007
- Peter Lehmann Eden Valley Riesling 2005
- Yering Station Marsanne Viognier Rousanne 2005
- Kellermeister Barossa Tempranillo 2005
- Taylors Clare Valley Cabernet 2005
- Peter Lehmann Barossa Valley Shiraz Muscadelle 2002
A Mixed Bag - Some of InterestWednesday, 3rd October, 2007
- Warburn Regional Selection Pinot Grigio 2007
- Kurtz Family Boundary Row Barossa Valley Shiraz 2004
- Dogajolo Toscano 2005 (Carpineto)
- La Vielle Ferme Cotes du Ventoux 2005
- Tim Smith Barossa Valley Mataro Grenache Shiraz 2005
Big Sellers, Seahorses, Underarm and Bacteria - What a NightFriday, 28th September, 2007
- Oyster Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Taylors Promised Land Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2007
- Jacobs Creek Reserve Riesling 2006
- Wild Rock ‘The Underarm’ Hawkes Bay Syrah 2005
- Glaetzer Barossa Valley Wallace Shiraz Grenache 2005
Oh No! Not Barossa Again! What Else is in the Cupboard?Friday, 21st September, 2007
- Torbreck Woodcutters Barossa Shiraz 2005
- Seven Sleepers (Siebenschlafer) Barossa Valley 2004
- Eden Hall Eden Valley Cabernet 2004
- Langmeil Valley Floor Barossa Shiraz 2005
- Rolf Binder Heysen Barossa Valley Shiraz 2005
France, Spain, New Zealand and Back HomeTuesday, 11th September, 2007
- Dopff Pinot Blanc 2003
- Dog Point Marlborough Pinot Noir 2005
- Rojo Garnacha Valdepenas 2005
- Kurtz Family Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2004
- Rolf Binder Heysen Barossa Valley Shiraz 2005
A Roam Across South AustraliaWednesday, 29th August, 2007
- Small Fry Eden Valley Riesling 2006
- Stephendale Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Barossa 2007
- Zontes Footstep Langhorne Creek Shiraz Viognier 2004
- Heartland Limestone Coast Langhorne Creek Shiraz 2005
- Gibson Barossa Valley Reserve Merlot 2002
Drinking with Adelaide FriendsWednesday, 15th August, 2007
- Wayne Thomas McLaren Vale Dry Riesling 2006
- Villa Wolf Riesling-Paflz/Wachenheim 2005 (Ernst Loosen)
- Brightwater Sauvignon Blanc Nelson 2006 (NZ)
- Rymill MC2-Cabernet, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Coonawarra 2003
- Slapjack Creek Central Otago Pinot Noir 2001
A Moment of Quite Reflection in the BarossaSunday, 22nd July, 2007
- Rolf
Binder Barossa Valley Semillon 2006
- Poonawatta Estate 'Montes Block' Eden Valley Shiraz 2004
- Deisen Barossa Valley Grenache 2005
- Deisen Barossa
Valley 'Winter Sun' 2003/2004
- Harbord 'The Tendril' Barossa Shiraz 2003
A Wipe-out on Gorgeous RedsWednesday, 11th July, 2007
- Samuels Gorge McLaren Vale Grenache 2004
- Lawsons Wines Barossa Valley Shiraz 2004
- Sieber Road Barossa Valley Redland Shiraz
2002
- Classic McLaren McLaren Vale Shiraz Grenache
Cabernet 2000
- Whistler
Late Harvest Barossa Semillon 2004
Proof That Wines Are AliveSunday, 24th June, 2007
- McGuigan Verdelho Superior Hunter Valley 2004
- Westend Richland
Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Pierro Margaret River Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Ata Rangi Martinborough Pinot Noir 2005
- Escarpment Martinborough Pinot Noir 2005
Some Highs but Too Many LowsSunday, 10th June, 2007
- Pol Roger N.V.
- Ata Rangi 'Lismore' Martinborough Pinot Gris 2006 (N.Z.)
- Santenay Premier Cru Grand Clos Rousseau 2004 (Jean ClaudeBoisset)
- Langhorne Creek Area Red Blend 1995
- Clarendon Hills Moritz Syrah Clarendon 2002
- Brauneberger Juffer Riesling Auslese 2000 (Weingut Max Ferd Richter)
A Night of Appealing RedsThursday, 24th May, 2007
- Chambolle Musigny (Jean Jacques Confuron) 1994
- Chateau La Gaffeliere 1994
- Kaesler ‘The Fave’ Barossa Valley 2005
- Tim Smith Barossa Valley Mataro Grenache Shiraz 2005
- Daughters of the Valley Stonewell Vineyard Cabernet 2005
Big Company Stuff and Small Company StuffWednesday, 16th May, 2007
- Jacobs Creek Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2005
- Skillogalee Clare Shiraz 2003
- Sorby Adams Eden Valley
Shiraz Viognier 2004
- Harbord The Tendril Barossa Shiraz 2004
- Small Fry Eden Valley Shiraz Cabernet 2005
I Cannot Keep Up and ResignMonday, 7th May, 2007
- Tempus Two King Valley Pinot Gris 2006
- Reschke 'Vitalus' Coonawarra Cabernet 2003
- Roennfeldt Genesis Barossa Valley Shiraz 2005
- Daughters of the Valley Barossa Valley Stonewell Shiraz 2005 and Cabernet 2005
Cheap and Cheerful, Grosset, Value in Red, Primitivo and CoonawarraTuesday, 1st May, 2007
- Richmond Grove French Cask Chardonnay
- Grosset Watervale Riesling 2002
- Hardys Oomoo McLaren Vale Shiraz 2005
- A.Mano Primitivo Puglia 2003
- Geoff Merrill Reserve Coonawarra McLaren Vale
Cabernet 1999
A Legend, Chablis, White Blend and Different Approaches to RedsTuesday, 24th April, 2007
- Houghtons White Classic
2006
- Chablis Premier Cru 'Beauroy' 2004 (Laurant Tribut)
- Rutherglen Estates 'The Alliance' Marsanne Viognier
2006
- Balgownie Estate Shiraz Viognier
2005
- Mollydooker 'Two Left Feet' 2005
A Range of Cheapish Whites and Then Useful RedsTuesday, 17th April, 2007
- Houghton Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2006
- Peter Lehmann
Barossa Riesling 2006
- De Bortoli Windy Peak Victorian Riesling 2006
- Mount Langi Ghiran Cliff Edge Shiraz 2003
- St.
Halletts Faith Barossa Shiraz 2004
Tasmanian Pinot Gris, Chile, South Africa and Langhorne CreekThursday, 12th April, 2007
- Bay
of Fires Tasmanian Pinot Gris 2005
- Lawsons Dry Hills Marlborough Sauvignon
Blanc 2005
- Montes Alpha Chardonnay 2005
- Veenwouden Classic 1999
- Zontes Footsteps Langhorne Creek Cabernet
Malbec 2004
A Handprint, Yeringberg and History, Burgundy and a Swing Back Home.Sunday, 8th April, 2007
- Seresin Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2005
- Yeringberg Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2003
- Vosne Romanee ‘La Colombiere’ 2004 (Domaine du Comtes Liger-Belair)
- Rymill Coonawarra MC2 Cabernet Merlot Cabernet Franc 2004
- Cumulus Climbing Merlot 2004
World Class, Orvieto, Trophy or Not and Robust ClareFriday, 30th March, 2007
- Manzanilla 'La Guita' Hijos de Rainera Perez Marin S.A.
- Orvieto Classico 2004 (Bigi)
- Wither Hills Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Annies Lane Clare Valley Shiraz 2004
- Wendouree Clare Valley Shiraz Mataro 2004
Fragrant Whites, Value Italian, One to Watch For and Sleeping PinotFriday, 23rd March, 2007
- Nobilo Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Wilson Vineyard Clare Polish River Hill Riesling 2005
- Dogajolo Toscano (Carpineto) 2005
- Small Fry Eden Valley Shiraz 2002
- Strugglers Flat Martinborough Pinot Noir 2004
Value Chardonnays, A Bolter from McLaren Vale and Hunter TraditionTuesday, 20th March, 2007
- Houghtons Chardonnay 2005
- Richmond Grove French Cask Chardonnay 2005
- Seppelts Bellfield Marsanne Roussanne 2004
- Samuels Gorge McLaren Vale Shiraz 2004
- Mount Pleasant Old Paddock Old Hill
Shiraz 2002
Marlborough, Domaine Weinbach, a Big Red and TempranilloTuesday, 13th March, 2007
- Gravitas Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Waipara Hills Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Pinot Gris Cuvee Laurence Domaine Weinbach 2004
- Bremers Touch 'Jaensch's Vineyard'
Langhorne Creek Cabernet 2005
- Torres Coronas Tempranillo 2003
Wine Drinkers on a Strict Budget - What Did I FindThursday, 8th March, 2007
- Farmer Bros Brut N.V.
- Pepperjack Barossa Chardonnay 2004
- Krondorf Chardonnay 2006
- cleanskin Semillon Chardonnay
- Kaiser Stuhl Purple Ribbon Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2006
- Yalumba Y Series Cabernet 2005
Sparkling Wines, Vintage Riesling, White Burgundy and ChablisSaturday, 3rd March, 2007
- Starvedog Lane Adelaide Hills 2001
- Morilla Vintage 2001
- Richmond Grove Watervale 1997
- Mersault 2000 (Leroy
- Chablis Premier Cru 'Butteaux' 1998 (Raveneau)
A Shopping Spree at WoolworthsTuesday, 27th February, 2007
- Lindemans Ben Ean
- Peter Lehman Barossa Riesling 2006
- McWilliams Inheritance Riesling 2006
- Jacobs Creek Riesling 2006
- Hardys Stamps Chardonnay 2006
- Jacobs Creek Reserve Chardonnay 2005
A Day Out with YalumbaThursday, 15th February, 2007
- Yalumba Hand Picked Eden Valley Riesling 2001
- Yalumba Virgilius Eden Valley Viognier 2004
- Yalumba Octavius Barossa Valley Shiraz 2002
- Yalumba Signature Cabernet Shiraz 2002
- Sassicaia 1986
- Yalumba Signature Cabernet Shiraz 1990
Heavenly Champagne, Beautiful Sherries and Delicious WhitesFriday, 9th February, 2007
- Jacquesson Cuvee No 730 Vintage 2002
- Lustau 'Papirusa' Manazanilla
- Seppelt D.P. 117 Fino
- Tempus Two 'Melange a
Trois' Viognier Marsanne Rousanne Copper Series 2005
- Wilson Vineyard DJW Clare Riesling 2005
Three Masterpieces - California, Sauterne and PortSunday, 4th February, 2007
- Ridge 'Eisele' Napa Valley Cabernet 1971
- Chateau Guiraud 1970 Sauterne
- Fonseca Vintage Port 1960
Getting Up Close to Eden Valley RieslingWednesday, 30th January, 2007
A Varied Lot with One Arresting RedMonday, 22nd January, 2007
- Brockenwood Pinot Gris Beechworth 2006
- Grosset Watervale Riesling 2001
- Yalumba Barossa Tempranillo Grenache Viognier 2005
- Poonawatta Estate Monties Block Eden Valley Shiraz 2004
- Annies Lane Clare Valley Copper Trail Shiraz 2002
New Zealand, Eden Valley, Barossa, Coonawarra and CanadaMonday, 22nd January, 2007
- Villa Maria Marlborough Pinot Gris 2005
- Irvine Eden Valley Pinot Gris 2005
- K&H ‘Big Red’ Barossa Shiraz 2005
- Kopparossa Coonawarra Shiraz 1999
- Paradise Ranch Riesling Ice Wine 2000
Pinot Gris, Pinot Red, Red Bargain and Goodness is BignessWednesday, 17th January, 2007
- Shoreham Estate Mornington Pinot Grigio 2005
- Moorooduc Estate Pinot Noir 2004
- Junipers Estate Margaret River Cabernet 2005
- Marquis Phillips Shiraz 2004
- Torzi-Matthews Old Plains ‘Power of One’ Adelaide Plains Shiraz 2005
Eden Rieslings, Germany, Burgundy and PortugalTuesday, 9th January, 2007
- Small Fry Eden Valley Riesling 2006
- Domain Day Mount Crawford Riesling 2006
- Josephshofer Mosel Riesling Spatlese 2004
- Savigny Lavieres Premier Cru 2000 (Tollot Beaut)
- Vida Nova Algarve 2004
Sancerre, Sublime Semillon and Bowled Over by a BoomerangWednesday, 3rd January, 2007
- Sancerre ‘Terre de Mainbray’ Pascal et Nicolas Reverdy 2004
- Mount Riley Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2005
- Rolf Binder Christa Rolf Barossa Valley Semillon 2006
- Rolling Orange District Chardonnay 2005
- Boomerang Long Hop Adelaide Plains Shiraz 2005
Five Out of Five - What a ScoreThursday, 28th December, 2006
- Pegasus Bay Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2005
- Meerea Park ‘Epoch’ Hunter Semillon 2005
- Garry Crittenden I Barbera 2002
- RBJ ‘Theologicum’ Mataro 2002
- Chateauneuf du Pape ‘Les Olivets’ 2004 (Roger Sabon)
New Riesling then Pinot Gris Again and AgainWednesday, 20th December, 2006
- Poverty Hill Eden Valley Riesling 2006
- Vine Crest Barossa Valley Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2006
- Scorpo Mornington Pinot Gris 2005
- Henshke Innes Vineyard Littlehampton Adelaide Hills Pinot Gris 2006
- Heritage Barossa Valley Shiraz 2004
Barossa Reds and Whites then to Faraway OrangeWednesday, 13th December, 2006
- Hahn Barossa Vineyard Catharina Barossa Valley Riesling 2004
- Hahn Barossa Vineyard Yanyarrie Shiraz 2004
- Teusner Petit Verdot Shiraz Mataro 2005
- Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz 2002
- Cumulus Wines Rolling Shiraz 2004
From the Clare to Eden Valley to Burgundy and HomeTuesday, 5th December, 2006
- Taylors Clare Valley Gewurztraminer 2005
- Henschke Cranes Eden Valley Chardonnay 2006
- Chambolle Musigny (G Roumier) 2000
- Clos de la Roche (Armand Rousseau) 1992
- Teusner ‘Avatar’ Barossa Valley Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2004
Moscato and Boutique Barossa WinemakingThursday, 30th November, 2006
- Brown Bros Moscato 2006
- Hahn Barossa Vineyard Catharina Barossa
Valley Shiraz 2004 and 2003
- Soul Growers Barossa
Valley Shiraz Grenache Mataro 2003
- Sieber Road Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz
Mataro 2004
Grower Maker, Rising Star and Famous Family NameFriday, 24th November, 2006
- Wynyarra Barossa Valley Shiraz 1997
- Wynyarra Barossa Valley Shiraz 2004
- Wynyarra Barossa Valley Cabernet 2004
- Longhop Old Vine Reserve Adelaide Plains 2005
- James Haselgrove Fleurieu Peninsula Shiraz 2004
A Picnic in the Eden Valley HillsSunday, 12th November, 2006
- The Wines of Domain Day
- Balnaves Coonawarra Cabernet 2002
- Schubert McLean Murbko Vineyard Shiraz Cabernet 2004
- Rockford Rifle Range Barossa Valley Cabernet 2003
Fine Whites, Great Annoyance and the RhôneWednesday, 8th November, 2006
- Vineyard Grower Maker Eden Valley Dawkins Chardonnay 2006
- Bilancia Pinot Grigio Reserve Hawkes Bay 2005
- Gary Crittenden Arneis 2004
- Bethany Barossa Valley Semillon 2004
- Domaine La Bouissiere Gigondas 2002
Grower Makers, Awesome Pinot and Fat McLaren ShirazTuesday, 31st October, 2006
- Blackwell Vineyards Ruperts Run Langhorne Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
- Kaesler Stonehorse Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2004
- Richardson Central Otago Pinot Noir 2005
- Woodstock 'The Stocks' Single Vineyard McLaren Vale Shiraz 2004
- Pertaringa McLaren Vale Undercover Shiraz 2004
World Class Sherry and Several New RedsThursday, 26th October, 2006
- Seppelts DP117 Oloroso Sherry
- Seppelts DP38 Fino Sherry
- Lost Wolf Barossa Valley Shiraz 2002
- Blackbilly McLaren Vale Shiraz 2004
- Willunga 100 McLaren Vale Cabernet Shiraz 2005
Interesting Whites Then I Return to the Red Comfort of the BarossaWednesday, 18th October, 2006
- Trevor Jones Eden Valley Riesling 2004
- Hugo Unwooded McLaren Vale Chardonnay 2005
- Cumulus Wines ‘Climbing’ Orange District Pinot Gris 2006
- Laughing Jack Barossa Shiraz 2004
- Teusner Avatar Barossa Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2004
Clare Valley Rieslings Boutique Barossa and Old Vine McLaren Vale ShirazSunday, 8th October, 2006
- Kilikanoon Mort's Block Watervale Riesling 2005
- Cardinham Estate Riesling 2002
- Cardinham Estate Riesling 2003
- Lost Wolf Barossa Valley Shiraz 2003
- Woodstock 'The Stocks' McLaren Vale Shiraz 2000
Viognier, Bendigo, a Possum and Pleasurable KalimnaTuesday, 3rd October, 2006
- Woodstock 'Five Feet' Adelaide Hills McLaren Vale Viognier 2005
- Balgownie Estate Bendigo Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
- Possums Vineyard McLaren Vale Shiraz 2004
- Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz 1977
- Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz 1998
Wines from Everywhere - Two Pinots though the Main Theme was ShirazTuesday, 26th September, 2006
- Shoreham Estate Mornington Pinot Noir 2005
- Crimson Martinborough Pinot Noir 2005
- Murdoch Coonawarra Cabernet 2002
- Teusner ‘The Riebke’ Ebenezer Road Barossa Valley Shiraz 2005
- Seppelts Benno Bendigo Shiraz 2003
- Jasper Hill Georgia Paddock Heathcote Shiraz 1999
- Cote Rotie (Guigal) 1998
A Dinner in Eden Valley with Great Rieslings, Disappointments and a Burgundy TriumphMonday, 18th September, 2006
- Richmond Grove Watervale Riesling 2004
- Pewsey Vale Eden Valley Riesling 2000
- Seppelts Dorrien Estate Barossa Cabernet 1999
- Peter Lehmann Barossa Stonewell Shiraz 1997
- Volnay Premier Cru ‘Le Ronceret’ (Jean Marc Boillot) 1999
Champagne, Wonderful Barossa and Intriguing FrenchFriday, 8th September, 2006
- Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blanc 1988
- Barossa Valley Shiraz Mataro Grenache 'Émigré' 2002
- Hanisch Barossa Shiraz 2004
- Magpie Estate Gomersal Barossa Valley Grenache 2002
- Cornas 'Les Eygats' Domaine Courlis 2000
- Rosscos Barossa Shiraz 2004
The Wines of Domenic TorziSaturday, 26th August, 2006
- Torzi Matthews Frost Dodger Eden Valley Shiraz 2004
- Boomerang Adelaide Plains Shiraz 2005
- Longhop Adelaide Plains Old Vine Reserve 2004
Love of Cheap Chardonnay, Bordeaux and the Limestone CoastSaturday, 26th August, 2006
- Hardys Nottage Hill Chardonnay 2005
- Stonehaven Stepping Stone Limestone Coast Shiraz 2003
- Brands Coonawarra Shiraz 2002
- Clos du Marquis Saint Julien 1995
A Trip from Padthaway to Yarra Valley to New Zealand and BarossaMonday, 21st August, 2006
- Padthaway Estate Unwooded Chardonnay 2005
- Carlei Green Vineyards Yarra Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2004
- Babich Black Label Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2005
- Bethany Barossa Shiraz Cabernet 2003
- Strugglers Flat Martinborough Pinot Noir
Well Crafted Chardonnays and Barossa CabernetWednesday, 16th August, 2006
- Henschke 'Cranes' Eden Valley Chardonnay 2003
- Grosset Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2002
- Chateau Tanunda Merlot 2005
- Chateau Tanunda Grand Barossa Shiraz 2004
- Te-Aro Harolds Block Barossa Valley Cabernet 2005
- Stonewell Red Nectar Barossa Valley Cabernet 2005
Carlei, Burgundy and Barossa WarmthFriday, 11th August, 2006
- Carlei Green Vineyards Yarra Chardonnay 2004
- Carlei Green Vineyards Heathcote Shiraz 2003
- Charmes Chambertin (Armand Rousseau) 1993
- Teusner Albert Barossa Valley 2004
- Haan Wilhelmus Barossa 2003
New Experiences with McLaren Vale Reds and Sangiovese in the ClareMonday, 7th August, 2006
- La Testa McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 2001
- La Testa McLaren Vale Shiraz 2001
- La Testa McLaren Vale Shiraz Grenache Cabernet Sauvignon 2001
- Maxwell Ellen Street McLaren Vale Shiraz 2003
- Cardinham Clare Valley Sangiovese 2005
Value from Spain and Value from SeppeltsFriday, 4th August, 2006
- Bodegas Ramon Bilbao Rioja 2001
- Glug Petit Verdot 2005
- Tempranillo Altozano 2004
- Seppelts Para Liqueur 1978
- Vina el Alamo Pedro Ximenez Pedro Romero
Moo, More Pinot Gris, Lesser Burgundy and Blends that Did Not WorkTuesday, 1st August, 2006
- Stefano Lubiana Derwent Valley Pinot Grigio 2005
- Tokay Pinot Gris 'Cuvee Louis Kleppel' (Eugene Kleppel) 2002
- Delatite Sauvignon Blanc 2005
- Paringa Estate Mornington Pinot Gris 2005
- Ladoix 1 cru 'La Micaule' (Capitain-Gagnerot) 2002
- Sevenhill Clare 'St Ignatius' Cabernet Merlot (35%) Cab Franc Malbec 2002
Two Champions Compete and a Port CurioTuesday, 25th July, 2006
- Henschke Julius Eden Valley Riesling 1995
- Strugglers Flat Martinborough Pinot 2004
- Valpolicella Classico Le Poiane Jago 1994 (Bolla)
- Seppelts St Peters Great Western Shiraz 1998
- Veritas Hanisch Barossa Valley Shiraz 1995
- Bullers Vintage Port 1973
Interesting Whites, French Pinot and a Very Warm W.A. MalbecThursday, 20th July, 2006
- Henschke 'Innes Vineyard' Little Hampton Adelaide Hills Pinot Gris 2005
- Richmond Grove Watervale Riesling 1997
- Chambolle Musigny (Domaine A.F. Gros) 2002
- Ferngrove Frankland River Malbec 2003
- Meera Park 'The Aunts' Hunter Shiraz 2003
Fragrant Whites from Three Countries and Barossa RedsThursday, 13th July, 2006
- Paul Blanck Pinot Gris 2002
- Spy Valley Marlborough Pinot Gris 2005
- Penfolds Reserve Bin Eden Valley Riesling 2005
- Tim Smith Barossa Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2002
- The Tim Smith Barossa Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2003
- Barossa Cleanskin Shiraz 1992
- Barossa Cleanskin Shiraz 1993
Judging Ports in the BarossaMonday, 10th July, 2006
Afloat on Barossa RedsWednesday, 5th July, 2006
- Richmond Grove Watervale Riesling 2004
- Teusner 'The Riebke' Ebenezer Road Shiraz 2005
- Peter Lehmann Barossa Valley Shiraz Muscadelle 2002
- Peter Lehmann Eden Valley Shiraz 2001
- Veritas Barossa Valley Hanisch Shiraz 2002
A Glory of the Barossa - Rolf Binders HanischThursday, 29th June, 2006
Some French and Australian - Some Good Some AverageTuesday, 20th June, 2006
- Seppelts Partalunga Riesling 1990
- Chambolle Musigny (Francois Parent) 1999
- Morey St. Dennis 'Clos de la Bussiere' (George Roumier) 1998
- Strugglers Flat Pinot Noir
- Heritage Rossco's Shiraz 2001
- Cote Rotie-Cote Brune (Domaine Giles Barge) 1997
Five Coonawarra RedsWednesday, 14th June, 2006
- Balnaves Coonawarra Cabernet 1998
- Mildara Coonawarra Cabernet 2001
- Redman Coonawarra Shiraz 1993
- Majella Coonawarra Cabernet 2001
- Majella Malleea Coonawarra Shiraz Cabernet 1996
Bordeaux Barossa and PortFriday, 2nd June, 2006
- Rolf Binder Helios Barossa Valley Semillon 2005
- Chateau Langoa Barton 1996
- Chateau Magelaine 1994
- Balthazar Barossa Valley Shiraz 2003
- Seppelts Rare Tawney D.P.90
A Barossa Icon Falls Over and Much Else of InterestThursday, 25th May, 2006
- Greenock Creek Alices Shiraz 2003
- D'Arenberg Footbolt Shiraz 2002
- Simon Hackett Individual Vineyard Gate Keeper Reserve Shiraz 1998
- Beechtree Shiraz 2002
- Paracombe Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir 1998
- Rothbury Estate Brokenback Hunter Shiraz 2000
- McWilliams Rosehill, Old Paddock and Maurice O'Shea
- Pizzini King Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1999
Giant Coonawarras and a Mixed BagThursday, 18th May, 2006
- Wynns John Riddoch Coonawarra Cabernet 1991
- Orlando Jacaranda Ridge Coonawarra Cabernet 1991
- Versace Sangiovese Ruspantino 2002
- Serafino McLaren Vale Shiraz 2003
- Liebich Wines 'The Darkie' Shiraz 1998
- Isway Mates Barossa Valley Grenache (60%) Shiraz (25%) Mataro (15%) 2005
- Baudin Rock Mt Benson Cabernet 1999
My Roundup of New Zealand ContinuesMonday, 15th May, 2006
- Murdoch James Blue Rock Martinborough Pinot Gris 2004
- Seppelts Drumborg Pinot Gris 2004
- Craggy Range Martinborough Sauvignon Blanc 2005
- Te Kairanga Wairarapa Pinot Noir 2004
- Strugglers Flat Martinborough Pinot Noir 2004
A Chance to Assess Rolf Binder's Bull's BloodWednesday, 10th May, 2006
- Rolf Binder-Veritas Bulls Blood Barossa Valley Shiraz Mataro Pressings
Besotted With New Zealand Pinot Gris and Pinot NoirFriday, 5th May, 2006
- Kim Crawford Marlborough Pinot Gris 2004
- Quartz Reef Cromwell Basin-Bendigo Pinot Gris 2005 (Otago)
- Vavasour Awatere Valley Pinot Noir 2003
- Quartz Reef Cromwell Basin-Bendigo Pinot Noir 2004
- Rippon Wanaka Otago Pinot Noir 2001
New Releases from John Duval and Larry McKenna Plus Much MoreSaturday, 29th April, 2006
- Escarpment Martinborough Pinot Gris 2005
- Escarpment Pinot Noir 2004
- Clonakilla ‘Canberra District’ Shiraz 2001
- John Duval Wines Plexus GSM 2004
- John Duval Wines Entity Shiraz 2004
- Gigondas 1991
- McLeans Farm Shiraz 2004
- Turkey Flat Barossa Shiraz 2002
Moscato - Fresh, Fragrant and FruityWednesday, 26th April, 2006
- Moscato d'Asti (Cascinetti Vietti) 2004
- Moscato d’Asti (Alasia) N.V.
- Brown Bros Moscato 2004
- Ballast Stone Steeple Jack Moscato
A Night With Giant Wine MenFriday, 21st April, 2006
- Yalumba Mawsons Limestone Coast-Wratonbully Cabernet 2002
- Yalumba Virgilus Eden Valley Viognier 2002
- Sonoma Stefani Vineyard Cabernet 1994
- Sonoma Frei Ranch Zinfandel 1996
A Wealth of Otago Pinots, New ZealandSunday, 16th April, 2006
- Carrick Otago Pinot Gris 2005
- Felton Road Pinot Noir 2004
- Chard Farm Vipers Vineyard Pinot Noir 2003
- Mount Difficulty Single Vineyard Pipe Clay Terrace Pinot Noir 2003
- Olssens Slap Jack Creek Pinot Noir 2002
Cool Climate New ZealandSunday, 2nd April, 2006
- Chard Farm Vipers Vineyard Pinot Noir 2003
- Chard Farm Pinot Gris 2005
- Framingham Marlborough Merlot Malbec 2002
A Mixed Bag of RedsSaturday, 25th March, 2006
- Shadowfax Geelong Pinot Noir 2003
- Montenegio di Massi Marittima Riserva 1997 (Fattoria Poggio Valpazza)
- McHenry Hohnen 3 Amigos Shiraz Grenache Mataro Margaret River 2004
- Meerea Park Alexander Munro Individual Vineyard Hunter Valley Shiraz 2003
So Light They Caused a FrightSunday, 19th March, 2006
- Beaujolais Village (Louis Latour) 2003
- Fleurie ‘Domaine des Quatre Vents’ (Georges Duboeuf) 2003
- Fleurie ‘La Roilette’ 2004 (Bernard Metrat)
- Chiroubles 2004
A Pleasant Start to Saturday MorningTuesday, 13th March, 2006
- The Georg Breuer 'Ferra Montosa' Rheingau Riesling 2001
- Fritz Haag Riesling Grand Cru (Mosel) 2004
- Losen Bros Riesling 'Dr. L' 2004
- Crawford River Western Victoria 2004
- Mount Horrocks (Clare Valley) 2004
- Kanta Riesling (Adelaide Hills) 2005
- Craggy Range Rapaura Road, Marlborough 2002
Sucking Pebbles Then Wrestling with GiantsFriday, 10th March, 2006
- The Sevenhill Clare Valley Verdelho 2004
- Domaine Laroche Chablis St Martin 2003
- Kilikanoon Clare Valley Oracle Shiraz 2003
- Kaesler Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre 2004
- Seifried Nelson Riesling Ice Wine 2003
Drinking and Judging a Few CleanskinsMonday, 6th March, 2006
New Zealand Comes to SydneyThursday, 2nd March, 2006
- 2004 Villa Maria Reserve Pinot Noir
- 2003 Te Kairanga Reserve Pinot Noir
- 2003 Neudorf Pinot Noir
A Few Days Spent with Chablis and BurgundyTuesday, 28th February, 2006
- Saint Aubin Premier Cru Clos de la Chateniere 2002 (Hubert Lamy)
- Chablis Grand Cru 'Les Blanchots' 2002 (Domaine Laroche)
- 'Terres de Famile' 2001 (Domaine de la Vougeraie)
- Pommard 'Clos des Epeneaux' Premier Cru 2001 (Comte Armand)
- Nuit St. Georges 'Les Damodes' Premier Cru 2002 (Hubert Lamy)
Good Lord I’ve Been Caught Drinking RoséFriday, 24th February, 2006
- Domaine Day ‘One Serious Rosé’ 2005
- Bethany Barossa Cabernet Franc 2005
- Tallarook Pinot Rosé 2004
- Gary Crittenden Arneis 2004
- Gary Crittenden Sangiovese 2003
A Taste of GermanyMonday, February 20th, 2006
- Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Graacher Riesling Trocken 2004
- Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Josephshofer Riesling Spatlese 2004
- Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Josephshofer Riesling Spatlese 2003
- Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Scharzhofberger Riesling Kabinett Feinherb 2004
More on the White Wines of Marlborough, New ZealandFriday, February 17th, 2006
- Stoneleigh Marlborough Pinot Gris 2004
- Waipara Hills Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2004
- Spy Valley Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2005
- Tohu Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2004
- Spy Valley Marlborough Pinot Gris 2004
- Nobilo Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2005
- Staete Landt Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2004
A Look at the Alsace Wines of JosmeyerSunday, February 12th, 2006
- Josmeyer Pinot Gris 2002
- Josmeyer 'Le Kottabe' Riesling 2003
- Josmeyer 'Les Folastries'Gewurztraminer 2003
- Josmeyer 'Le Fromenteau' Pinot Gris 2003
- Josmeyer 'Les Pierrets' Riesling 1999
- Josmeyer 'Hengst' Gewurztraminer 2000
- Josmeyer 'Brand' Pinot Gris 2002
Profoundly Great Wines from Alsace and a Lovely CabernetFriday, 27th January, 2006
- Lanson N.V.
- Trimbach Cuvee des Seigneurs de Ribeaupierre Gewurztraminer 1998
- Trimbach Reserve Personelle Pinot Gris 1999
- Trimbach Cuvee Frederic Emile Riesling 1999
- Penfolds Bin 707 Cabernet 1993
The Little Devil Passes the Webegong Taste TestMonday, 16th January, 2006
- Morris Port
- Glug Our Little Devil Petit Verdot
- Glug Petit Verdot Mourvèdre Shiraz
- Wolf Blass Red Label
- Houghtons Cabernet
We Start the Day with Sparkling and Move to Three WhitesWednesday, 4th January, 2005
- Jansz N.V.
- Scharzhof Riesling 2004 (Egon Muller)
- Cawdor Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2005
- Hahn Vineyard ‘Catharina’ Barossa Riesling 2004
An Evening with Aged Riesling and Barossa G.S.M. BlendsSunday, 19th December, 2005
- Crawford River Western Victoria Riesling 1998
- Kaesler Avignon 2004
- Tim Smith Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2004
Wednesday Table at barr-VinumThursday, 1st December, 2005
- Sabazio Rosso di Montepulciano Fattoria La Braccesca 1997 (Italy)
- Domus Aurea Clos Quebrada De Macul Cabernet Sauvignon 1998 (Chile)
- Saltram Pinnacle Selection Cabernet Malbec 1983
- Grant Burge RGSM1 Barossa Grenache Shiraz Mouvedre 1999
- Alto Moncayo Garnacha 2002 (Spain)
- Henschke Louis Eden Valley Semillon 2003
- Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz 1990
- St Hallett Old Block Barossa Shiraz 1997
The Trophies and Golds Did Not ImpressThursday, 24th November, 2005
- Elderton Barossa Shiraz 2002
- Jacobs Creek Reserve Shiraz 2002
- Brands Cabernet 2001
- Redmans Shiraz 2003
A Sensation from Germany, a Muscadet, Chianti and Margaret RiverSaturday, 19th November, 2005
- Georg Breuer Berg Schlossberg 2002
- Chateau du Poyet Muscadet 2003
- Pikes Clare Valley Riesling 2004
- Cerro del Masso Chianti (Carlo Antonini) 2003
- McHendry Hohnen Tempranillo Petit Verdot Cabernet Margaret River 2004
Exploring Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc’s and a Lovely Pinot NoirFriday, 4th November, 2005
- The Nobilo 2005
- The Robinsons 2005
- Oyster Bay 2005
- The Huia 2004
- Villa Maria
- Chard Farm River Run Pinot Noir 2003
Seven Sauvignon Blancs all from MarlboroughSunday, 16th October, 2005
- Tylers Stream 2005
- Babich 2005
- The Isabel 2005
- Cloudy Bay 2005
- Seresin 2004
- The Highfield
- Astrolabe 2004
We Linger with a Very Great WineSaturday, 5th November, 2005
Samples at a Barossa Cellar Door MeetingFriday, 28th October, 2005
- Elderton Barossa Shiraz 2003
- Peter Lehmann Barossa Shiraz Muscadelle 2002
- Rolf Binder Barossa Heinrich 2003
- Seppeltsfield Benno Bendigo Shiraz 2003
- Yalumba Tempranillo Grenache Viognier 2004
- The Watcher Fetish Shiraz 2004
- Turkey Flat Grenache 2004
Relaxing With a Single BottleWednesday, 19th October, 2005
- Grosset Polish Hill Clare Valley Riesling 2002
Good Friends are Hard to Come BySaturday, 15th October, 2005
- Yalumba Heggies Eden Valley Viognier 2004
- Hermitage 1995 (Guigal)
- Tignanello 1985 (Antinori)
A French Delight, a Coonawarra Tune and Reds from CanberraMonday, 10th October, 2005
- Corton-Charlemagne 2001 (Bonneau du Martray)
- Majella ‘The Musician’ Cabernet Shiraz 2004
- Ravensworth The Tinderry Cabernet Franc Merlot 2004
- Ravensworth Shiraz 2004
Italy, France, Coonawarra and Then a SensationTuesday, 4th October, 2005
- Terre Alte Colli Orientali del Friuli 2002 (Livio Felluga)
- Domaine Clavel 'La Copa Santa' 1997 (Pierre Clavel)
- Wynns Coonawarra Cabernet 1996
- RBJ 'theologicum' Barossa Valley Mourvèdre Grenache 1994
A Range of Interesting South Australian RedsTuesday, 27th September, 2005
- Rocland Estate Barossa Valley Shiraz 2004
- Linfield Road Barossa Valley Merlot 2002
- John's Blend Langhorne Creek Cabernet 2001
- John's Blend 'Margarete's' Shiraz 2002
- Willow Bend Shiraz 1995
A Brace of Wines with No Underlying ThemeTuesday, 20th September, 2005
- Domaine Day Garganega 2005
- Tim Knappstein Gewürztraminer 2004
- Te Kairanga Reserve Martinborough Pinot Noir 1998
- Mitchell Sevenhill Cabernet 1997
A Range of Imported Wines to Guard Us Against a Cellar PalateTuesday, 13th September, 2005
- Macon Milly Lamartine 2002 (Comte Lafond)
- Macon ‘Aux Bois d’ Allier 2003 (Cordier)
- La Corte Zinfandel (or Primitivo) 2002
- La Corte Negroamaro 2002
- Ch Laroque 1990
- Ch Potensac 2000
- Serrera Malbec 2002
- Palacios Remondo 2001
Single Vineyard, Eden Valley RieslingSaturday, 3rd September, 2005
- Colin Forbes 1984, 1986, 1990, 1994, 2001 and 2005 Rieslings
Drumborg and the Cool Climate of South Western VictoriaSunday, 24th July, 2005
- Drumborg Rieslings, 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2004
French Whites and Australian RedsSaturday, 9th July, 2005
- Piper Heidsieck
- Domaine Coteau de la Biche Vouvray 2002 (Jean Claude and Christophe Pichot)
- Oliver Leflaive Saint Aubin
- Wynns John Riddock Coonawarra Cabernet 1988
- Heritage Barossa Pressings Shiraz 1991
- Heritage Barossa Valley Rosscos Shiraz 2002
- Balthazar Barossa Shiraz 2002
We Celebrate the End of the Financial YearThursday, June 30th, 2005
- Peter Lehmann 1999 Reserve Semillon
- Duas Quintas Douro 2001 (Ramos Pinto)
- St Hallett Small Creations Touriga Nacional 2003
The Heritage Reds of Steve Hoff, Pheasants and LambSaturday, June 11th, 2005
- Heritage Rossco’s Barossa Shiraz 2002
- Heritage Barossa Shiraz 2002
- Heritage Barossa Cabernet 2002
- Saltrams Bin 52 Burgundy 1969
Pétanque and an old SaltramSaturday, June 4th, 2005
- Saltram 'Bin 52' Burgundy 1969
A Sunny May Day with White WinesFriday, May 27th, 2005
- Pol Roger N.V.
- Eden Valley Wines Eden Valley Riesling 2003
- Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett 1999 (Dr Loosen)
- Crawford River Riesling 2004
An Evening with Duck and Good WineFriday, May 13th, 2005
- Seppelt DP 116 Amontillado
- Salitage Pemberton Cabernet Blend 1999
- Torre Di Ceparano (Farroria Zerbina) 1996
- Heritage Tokay
Garagistes in the Barossa and an Old FavouriteMonday, 9th May, 2005
- Radford Vale Eden Valley Riesling 2004
- Para Creek Barossa Shiraz Cabernet 1999
- Diggers Bluff Watchdog Barossa Valley Cabernet Shiraz 1998
- Veritas Christa Rolf Barossa Valley Shiraz Grenache 2003
A Happy Autumn Evening with Good WinesTuesday, 19th April, 2005
- Brown Bros King Valley Rhine Riesling 1994
- Riesling 2003 (Pichler)
- St John’s Road Eden Valley Riesling 2004
- Saint Veran ‘Clos A La Cote’ 2001 (Domaine Cordier)
- Binder Shiraz
Now, This Wine Drinks Well, Night After NightMonday, 18th April, 2005
- Teusner Wines 'Riebke' Shiraz
2004
Another Great 2002Friday, 1st April, 2005
- 2002 Yalumba Barossa Shiraz
A Big Easter Get TogetherSunday, 27th March, 2005
- Ashton Hills Salmon Brut
- Trevor Jones Eden Valley Riesling 2004
- Langmeil Barossa ‘The Fifth Wave’ Grenache 2001
- St Hallett ‘Faith’ Shiraz 1998
- Richmond Grove Coonawarra Cabernet 1998
An Italian and a New Shining Light from the Canberra DistrictThursday, 10th March 2005
- Riparossa Dino Illuminati D’Abruzzo
- Ravensworth Shiraz 2003
Did They Crush the Can in Japan?Thursday, 3rd March 2005
- Barokes Bin 121 Cabernet Shiraz
A Feast of Seppelts and St. Peters MushroomsMonday,28th February, 2005
- Seppelts Grampians St. Peters Shiraz 2003
- Seppelts Benno Bendigo-Heathcote Shiraz 2003
A Quite Evening Looking at Under $10.00 RedsFriday, 4th February, 2005
- Orlando Jacobs Shiraz Cabernet 2002
- Hardys Insignia Cabernet Shiraz 2002
- Yalumba Galway Shiraz 2002
- Jacobs Creek Shiraz 2002 & Shiraz Cabernet 2002
A Grand Dinner Party, Thursday Evening in the BarossaThursday, 3rd February, 2005
- Domaine Day Wines
- Campofiorin (Masi) 2001
- Voss Shiraz Napa Valley 1998
- Seppelts St Peters Shiraz 2001
A Brilliant Red from New ZealandSaturday, 29th January, 2005
- Babich ‘Patriach’ Cabernet Sauvignon 1998
A Happy Birthday at Vintners a Barossa RestaurantTuesday, 25th January, 2005
- Pikes Clare Riesling 2004
- Teusner Barossa ‘Joshua’ 2003
- Torbreck Barossa ‘Descendant’ 1999
- Epicuro Primitivo 2001
- Epicuro Salice Salentino Reserve 1999
- Seppelts D.P.90 Tawny Port
A Good Cheap Champagne, Vouvray and Reds From D’ArenbergSaturday, 15th January, 2005
- Pol Gesner Champagne NV
- Marc Bredif and his Vouvray
- D’Arenberg ‘The Custodian’ Grenache 2002
Fine Fino’s Called Manzanilla’sFriday, 31st December, 2004
- La Goya Manzanilla
- La Gitana Manzanilla
Scrooge Arrives in TanundaTuesday, 21st December, 2004
- Yalumba Riesling 2004
- Peter Lehmann Riesling 2004
- Clancys 2002
- Lindemans Reserve Cabernet 2002
New Zealand, Young and Barossa do BattleThursday, 9th December, 2004
- Mitchells Watervale Riesling 2003
- Salomon Gruner Veltliner 2002
- Teusner Wines Joshua Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2003
- Western Ridge Shiraz Cabernat Greanche 2002
- Trevor Jones Barossa Shiraz 2000
- Babich Winemakers Reserve Pinot Noir 2003
- Chalkers Crossing Cabernet 2002
A Beautiful Spring EveningSaturday, October 30th, 2004
- Erdener Treppchen Riesling Kabinett 2002 (Dr. Loosen)
- Gilligan Shiraz Grenache Mouvedre
- Veritas ‘Heinrich’ Shiraz Mataro Grenache Barossa 2002
- Wendouree Cabernet Malbec 1989
- Chambertin 2001 (Domaine Armand Rousseau)
A Quiet Evening in the BarossaSunday, October 24th, 2004
- Domaine Paul Blanck Gewurztraminer 2002
- Domaine Paul Blanck Pinot Gris 2002
- Trevor Jones Eden Valley Riesling 2003
- Dolium Malbec Reserva 2002
A Great Day to be a Wine MerchantWednesday, October 20th, 2004
- Riesling 2002 (Leon Beyer)
- Richmond Grove Chardonnay 2003
- Wolf Blass Black Label Barossa Cabernet 1998
- Chateau Canon 1982
Wines We Have Drunk That You Need to Know AboutThursday, 14th October, 2004
- Grant Burge Barossa Vines Riesling 2004
- Grant Burge Barossa Vines Semillon 2003
- Seppelts Victorian Chardonnay 2003
- Rosemount Shiraz 2003
- Rosemount Traditional 2002
- Seppelt DP63 Rutherglen Grand Muscat
Notes on Four WhitesThursday, 14th October, 2004
- Clifford Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2004
- Oyster Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2004
- Scharzhof Riesling 2003 (Egon Muller)
- Lindemans Padthaway Botrytis Riesling 1985
An Evening with GLUG Contributor, Chris Shanahan, Wine Journalist.Tuesday, 12th October, 2004
- Chablis Premier Cru ‘Chapelot’ 2001 (Domaine Francoise Raveneau)
- Peter Lehmann Eden Valley Riesling 2004
- The Long Flat Wine Company Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2004
- The Long Flat Wine Company Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2004
- Echezeaux 1997 (Champy Pere and Co.)
Dinner With Garagiste, Colin ForbesSaturday, 9th October, 2004
- Gruner Veltliner
- Poverty Hill Eden Valley Riesling 2001
- Poverty Hill Eden Valley Shiraz 2002
- Poverty Hill Eden Valley Cabernet 2002
- Amarone della Valpolicella 1999 (Caterina Zardini)
- Rossetto Very Old Tawny
- Hardys Oomoo Shiraz 2002
Semillon and the Barossa Valley1st October, 2004
- The Beak Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2002
- ‘Les Terrasses’ Priorat 2002 (Alvare Palacies)
- Teusner Barossa Valley ‘Joshua’ 2004
- St Hallet ‘Old Block’ Shiraz 1996
Tasting wine for Glug29th September, 2004
- J.J.Hahn 1914 Barossa Shiraz 2002
- J.J.Hahn 1928 Barossa Shiraz 2002
- J.J.Hahn Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
A delicate and delicious Moselle25th September, 2004
- Puligny-Montrachet ‘Les Referts’ 2002 (Etienne Sauzet)
- Mazis-Chambertin 2001 (Faively)
- Magpie Estate ‘Gomersal’ Grenache 2002
- Seppelts Great Western Vineyards Reserve Shiraz 1997
- Seppelts Great Western St Peters Shiraz 1999
- Balthazar Barossa Valley Shiraz 2001 and 2002
- Hardys Oomoo Shiraz 2002
2002 Reds at around $10 a bottle19th September, 2004
- Peter Lehmann Clancys Barossa Red Blend 2002
A Most Interesting EveningEvening of 12th September, 2004
- Peter Lehmann Reserve Eden Valley Riesling 2000
- Domaine Raspail-Ay 1999 (Dominique Ay)
- Veritas 'Heinrich' Barossa Valley Shiraz Mataro Grenache 2002
- Garretson Syrah Roset Vineyard Paso Robles 2001
- Seppelts Great Western St Peters Shiraz 1999
- Balthazar Barossa Valley Shiraz 2001 and 2002
- Chateau Reynella McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 1996
A Surprise from Eden Valley10th September, 2004
- Peter Lehmann Reserve Eden Valley Riesling 1998
It was a Big Night in Downtown Tanunda9th September, 2004
- Puligny-Montrachet ‘Les Referts’ 2002 (Etienne Sauzet)
- Mazis-Chambertin 2001 (Faively)
- Magpie Estate ‘Gomersal’ Grenache 2002
- Seppelts Great Western Vineyards Reserve Shiraz 1997
- Seppelts Great Western St Peters Shiraz 1999
- Balthazar Barossa Valley Shiraz 2001 and 2002
- Hardys Oomoo Shiraz 2002
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