Saint & Scholar Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 2024
G 92
Pale tones. Most understated in its initial approach, aromatics shy yet recognisable, leaning to the citrus spectrum with a grassy edge, almost fragrant with dried flowers. Subtle yet toned palate, a spicy thread, neatly weighted acidity. All going well. 12% alc Drink now–2028 Sidewood Chloe Cuvée Sparkling 2017 G 92 A 65/35 cuvée of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with a minimum of six years on lees. Taking on mid-gold tones now, with complex intro-aromatics fact-checking the long tirage. Toastiness, roasted citrus, grapefruit mostly, streusel bun with Granny Smith apple, a lively mousse to lift the feels. Fading a little in the palate and finish. 12% alc Traditional method Drink now–2026 Sidewood Shiraz 2022 G 92 Deep ruby. Attractive, savoury nose – blueberry, dark plum, peppered steak, rooibos with hints of nori and flint. Well concentrated berries mirror on the palate complemented by appealing earthy accents and a sheet of powdery tannins. Lithe and elongated, acidity inflects with perfect pitch. A wine of lovely composition. Drink now–2032 Sidewood Shiraz Shiraz 2021 G 92 Plenty of winemaking in here, French oak spice noted to begin, rich plum juice with lots of secondary assistance, faintly minted herbs and florals, dark choc-berry notes as well. Well rounded and complete styling. 14.5% alc Drink now–2034 Tapanappa Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay Chardonnay 2023 G 92 Hay colour. Light ginger biscuit feels amid crunchy early season white nectarine, spilling into a fresh palate, lime-like citrus juices, with a tangy edge to season the ripe fruit flavours and delicate savoury finishing notes. Neatly crafted styling. 12.5% alc Drink now–2032 The Pawn Wine Co Pawn Star Maturana Tinta Maturana Tinta 2021 G 92 No surprise that Tom Keelan at The Pawn Wine Co has this Rioja rarity in his alt- wine portfolio. It’s no wallflower, starting with aromas of dark cola, black pepper, Chico sweets meeting Fisherman’s Friends, and much of that powering into the palate with a powdery feel to soften the demonstrative flavour roll. A wine that refuses to lie down. Cork. 14% alc Drink now–2030
South Australia 2024
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