Catlin Wines Sorella Montepulciano Montepulciano 2018
K1 by Geoff Hardy Pinot Noir Pinot Noir 2022
G 93
G 93
Dark and rich aromas, almost sensing raisin and date down the track, plum and chocolate sweetness mid palate with lovely chalky tannin coating, a crowd pleaser, full-bodied generosity in flavour with black peppery seasoning notes in the finish. Richly rewarding. 14% alc Drink now–2032
A multi-clonal work from the K1 Kuitpo vineyard, stylishly put together with all the Pinot characters we love, the darker cherry and pomegranate-like fruits, a crushed rock suggestion to one side, sweet flavour swells through the palate with light tannins and feel-good acidity driving a well-balanced, pleasing style. 13% alc Drink now–2030
G 93
La Prova Pinot Grigio Pinot Grigio/GRis 2024
G 93
Clear with straw hue. Gently aromatic, a display of kaffir lime, lemon balm, guava and hints of brine. Beautiful concentration of fruit, pure lemon transitions to curd as a silkiness envelops the wine. A herbal layer of sorrel and caraway adds intrigue. There is a sense of vitality, as an appealing hint of spice comes from its assertive acidity. A classy wine with universal appeal. Drink now–2027 Golding Wines Ombre Gamay Gamay 2023 G 93 Considered the benchmark of the variety, awarded often. Darker colour and aromatics, black cherry, and grapiness to begin, the palate with a decent grip in it, neatly underpinning acidity, with concentration and power, black, slightly sour cherry flavours at the core of the wine. Suited well for the table. 13.5% alc Drink now–2029 Hahndorf Hill Pinot Grigio 2024 G 93 Pale colour, straw hue. A showcase of youth and vitality on the nose – kaffir lime, Beurré Bosc pear, Granny Smith – undertone of spring blossoms. Fruit weight and acidity interweave to form a taut line of concentrated length – pure lemon, lime and hints of bitter tonic, this is a moreish wine with an appealing chalky finish. Sophisticated Pinot Grigio. Drink now–2027 Hahndorf Hill Rosé Rosé 2024 G 93 The palest of pretty pinks, glossy, with rose petal fragrance. Made from predominantly Trollinger grapes, one of the estate’s German/Austrian collection, this has a bright and zingy approach to its flavour profile, crunchy Pink Lady apple, and spicy acidity with mouth-filling pithy feels that last till the sun goes down. Definitely one for the crunchy end of the style, and brilliant with most foods. 12% alc Drink now–2029 Henschke Innes Vineyard Pinot Gris Pinot Gris 2024 G 93 Delightful aromatics – definite Williams pear with wafts of white orchard flowers and kitchen herb garden – spilling into a spritely palate, fresh and pithy, apples now cut and quartered, sweet, then tart and salivating. A lively expression smelling of spring and refreshing for summer afternoon drinks. 13.5% alc Drink now–2028
Very pale. Attractive florals in a pretty posey set of fragrances, then all the familiar varietal fruit suggestions, apple, green pear with an extra twist of a light note of musk. Flavours are all the above as well, but it’s the textural spice, zing and pith that gives the wine a vibrant turbo boost. Great summer refreshment. 12.7% alc Drink now–2030 La Prova Sangiovese Sangiovese 2022 G 93 From the Italian varietal portfolio of Sam Scott, this just sings ‘Drink me’. Captivating fragrances: smashed cherry, dug-over soils and crushed rocks give a fruit and savoury introduction that is carried through as a juicy, delicious drink, red plums captured in a coat of soft and pliable tannins, slippery, svelte and very, very drinkable. 14% alc Drink now–2027 Lobethal Road PInot Gris Pinot Gris/Grigio 2024 G 93 You can smell that there’s some weight in this wine from the get-go. Whole bunch, stems, barrel ferment notes asserting themselves with a final bathroomy fragrant sense. Underneath varietal pomme fruit flavours, spice, and neat balance of acidity, pithy mouthfeel, and lingering grapiness in the finish. 12.7% alc Drink now–2029
Longview Macclesfield Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
G 93
Medium-deep crimson. Vibrant black cherries, blackcurrant, pepper berry, chinotto, green capsicum and hints of bay leaf. An inky wine of depth, the black fruits laden in herbs. Contentious green edge that provides ample joy for those inclined. This is fresh and grippy with classic Cabernet tannins driving a pastille x pepper berry finish. Hallmark cool climate Cabernet with eternal ageability. Drink now–2040 Longview Whippet Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 2024 G 93 Unmistakeable aromas of wild bramble, tomato leaf, passionfruit, and tropical fruit salad, squeezed over with plenty of lime juice, the fruit side of that alive and lifted when tasting, zingy acidity entwined with fruit sweetness, an aromatic spiciness towards the exit, and a lingering flavourful finish. Everything as you desire in Sauvignon land. 12% alc Drink now–2027
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The Vintage Journal – Regional Focus
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