Kilikanoon Duke Reserve Grenache 2019
G 93
It’s good to see Grenache given some extra TLC and time in bottle before release. The ’19, with its yin and yang mix of aromatic intensity and power, was worth the wait. Red fruits, bramble, spice and earth with pressed flowers adding a particularly distinctive Grenache flourish, Duke brings everything together so well on a warm, bustling palate, dense and bright and long lasting. Toasty oak adds a certain richness and gravitas. Drink now–2030 Kilikanoon Small Batch Grenache Mourvèdre Syrah 2023 G 93 Reverses the traditional GSM with a GMS, and why not? It works so well, bringing the tannin structure, the dark fruit intensity, not to mention some gorgeous sage and oregano spice, to the Grenache and Shiraz party. The result is one lively, fresh, inviting and tasty drinking. Bright magenta-purple glistening hues – eye catching! Cherries galore, red plum, black fruits, florals, spice and herbs. There’s a lot happening here in a fast-flowing, bristling young red that probably deserves all of your attention now. Built for early drinking. Drink now–2028 Leo Buring Clare Valley Riesling 2024 G 93 Like a walk through an English garden, the scent captures spring in the rush of citrus fruits and floral blossom. It’s quite captivating, equally so the delicacy of flavour and filigree fine acidity that is almost barely there, gentle and wispy, but is definitely the guiding hand behind this dry Riesling. Apple blossom, lime juice, lemon sorbet, grapefruit and lemongrass aromas. Brings a long, lean run of flavour with a touch of lemon drop and pastille-like fruit sweetness to close. Drink now–2030 Pauletts Shiraz 2022 G 93 Aromas are well composed on the nose, with concentrated açai berry, blackberry, blueberry yogurt, pomegranate and milk chocolate. A medium-bodied, refreshingly fine Clare Valley Shiraz with all the bells and whistles, extreme drinkability and fine
tannins. Yum. Drink now–2032 Pauletts BMS Brielle Watervale Grenache 2023
G 93
Watervale Grenache makes a modern, interpretative splash in luminescent, cherry red-cerise hues and bright, peppery juiciness. Shows almost a pinot-esque lightness of touch in a lifted, floral, peppery cherry fragrance. Explores the finer side of the grenache grape, one that brings some tannin grip and tension together with sour cherry, raspberry, tomato leaf, cardamon and long-lasting pepper. Runs long, runs fast. Drink now–2029
South Australia 2024
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