Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Deep ruby red color, the expression of cabernet sauvignon is evident providing structure and elegance. Lots of berries fruits and hints of tobacco and vanilla. Promising abundant soft rounded tannins. The structure and balance of this full bodied wine makes it very pleasant and enjoyable. A very sophisticated wine with ... more

Clos Mimi Petite Rousse Syrah 2002

Identical to the 2001 vintage, the wine was aged ten months "en barrique" without racking. 2800 cases of wine were bottled unfined and unfiltered the day after the new moon 28 August 2003. "Quand mème" this one hundred percent syrah exudes a striking perfume of candied raspberries, white pepper, and ... more

Columbia Crest Grand Estates Chardonnay 2003

This is a complex wine with lingering aromas and flavors of canteloupe, green apple and caramelized sugar. Hints of nutmeg and clove play out on the lush, refined finish. more

Mitolo Jester Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Vibrant brick red colour with purple hues. Nose shows Hints of nutmeg, crushed leaves and tar with lifted brambly fruit and cloves. Blackcurrant and cassis notes add freshness with the Amarone component adding chocolate and espresso characters. Rich and full-bodied palate, however, maintains a firm structure. Long chain tannin rounds ... more

Chateau St. Jean La Petite Etoile Vineyard Fumé Blanc 2006

Crisp and refreshing, this Fumé Blanc offers fragrant aromas of green tea, lemongrass and lemon meringue pie. Flavors of grapefruit, spice and wet stone combine with lively acidity, creating a beautifully balanced wine with a lingering lemon zest finish. more

Montes Alpha Syrah 2006

The up front nose is fruity, black cherries, hints of strawberries, and all well combined with a smoky spiciness, that adds elegance and complexity. The 7% of Cabernet Sauvignon is adding structure and hints of cassis and berries while the 3% of Viognier adds a nice and delicate floral touch. ... more

Château Ste. Michelle Eroica Riesling 2007

This Eroica shows the crisp acidity of the 2007 vintage, which was the best acidity holding year I have seen in my five years being involved in Eroica. The wine delivers mandarin orange and sweet lime aromas and flavors with subtle mineral notes. The cooler September, along with selecting fruit ... more

d'Arenberg The Olive Grove Chardonnay 2002

Since settlement in the 1840’s olive trees have thrived in our wonderful costal environment. So much so, they are now considered a predator to the native flora. Birds feed on the ripe fruit in the trees and then try to carry them back to their nest. Many a stone is ... more

Chehalem Inox Chardonnay 2004

2004 INOX exhibits fresh fruit virtually jumping out of the glass, with bright yellow and green apple aromas and flavors, punctuated with melon, lemon and lime. The wine is light melon-yellow through the clear glass bottle, has good weight and zings with a good acid structure. A very good white ... more

R. L. Buller & Son Fine Old Muscat

Mid-reddish brown to amber at the rim. Aromatic raisiny/floral scents/hint of spirit. Initial sweetness and raisiny flavours linger to reveal complex hints of honey and lemons. Some rancio character. Underlying structure of tannin and well-integrated spirit. Finish is long and the honeyed flavours return and linger. Food Accompaniments: Muscat can ... more

Thorn Clarke Milton Park Shiraz 2006

The color is a deep inky purple. The nose is a complex mixture of ripe blackberry and plum fruit with a dash of creamy vanillin oak. The palate is medium to full bodied which starts with some sweet plummy fruit, the flavor then builds in the palate to provide an ... more

Montes Alpha Chardonnay 2006

It is a strong fruity wine with beautiful Chardonnay character. Evident banana, pineapple, and tropical fruits in the upfront with a well-integrated oak that helps add elegance without covering the fruit. The Malolactic fermentation makes a full wine in the mid palate with long and pleasant finish and nice buttery ... more