Hither & Yon Aglianico 2014

Hither & Yon Aglianico 2014

  08:30    Stu.

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Savoury, of ash and bloodstock, liquorice; there's florals in the mix too, wild herbs. Light, airy, has the pumice stone lightness often seen in volcanic reds; red fruit, raspberry and cherry, juicy flowing length.  Such a delicious consistency to this portfolio....

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Zonte's Footstep Doctoressa Di Lago Pinot Grigio 2016

Zonte's Footstep Doctoressa Di Lago Pinot Grigio 2016

  08:30    Stu.

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The title of this one reminds of the Manic Street Preacher's "La Tristesse Durera", one of those odd little glimpses into how my mind works. Or doesn't. And there's certainly no holding back here, an aromatic (Nicky) Livewire! Smells like a pear sorbet, florals, citrus...

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Mount Avoca Estate Chardonnay 2015

Mount Avoca Estate Chardonnay 2015

  08:30    Stu.

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Odd aromatics: Stonefruit with something green and vegetal, asparagus meets snow pea. Underlying bed of oak derived cream, vanilla Full bodied, somewhat toasty, hints of pepper. Certainly complex. Back of a good length, vanilla, toast and spice. Can see the appeal....

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Hither & Yon Tempranillo 2016

Hither & Yon Tempranillo 2016

  16:42    Stu.

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Delicious Joven style: jubey, juicy, fruits of the forest mix. The kinda wine you want to sink your head into: cooling, calming, intriguing, inviting.  There's a darker edge to the palate, a light rub of tannin. Medium bodied, a twist of aniseed - lush fruit. Strikes...

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Ridgemill Estate Riesling 2016

Ridgemill Estate Riesling 2016

  16:38    Stu.

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Delicate florals - not as prominent as in prior vintages - and I'd declare this vintage seems primarily about citrus: pithy lemon, bitter, grapefruit sharpness.  Tangy, lively, balanced. Has a suggestion of texture, broader in shape, sense of acid without being...

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Trends, Listicles and a Market Outlook for 2017

Trends, Listicles and a Market Outlook for 2017

  12:08    Stu.

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Inspired by a pointless 'trend' list (link below), I've produced my own Market outlook for 2017. Happy boozing. 1) People will still buy wine and a great number will do so from the big box multiples (gotta be a reason why Dan Murphy's has 215 stores nationwide and 24% market share); 2) People will likely buy on price - the race to the bottom can be nasty; 3) Sauvignon Blanc will still be cynically...

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