Domaine du Tunnel - Stephanie Robert Cornas 2006

Bright purple. Intensely floral nose offers fresh cassis, licorice candy and cracked pepper. Crisp and lively in the mouth, with vibrant berry and anise flavors framed by nervy acidity. Chewy and pure wine, with a nicely focused, concentrated and very persistent finish. 100% Syrah, this cuvée is made from 100+ ... more

Penfolds RWT Shiraz 2005

Glistening purple. Giveaway, pristine Barossa Valley Shiraz fruit aromas; fresh blueberry (pie) and blood plum. A barrel-fermented vapour net entraps scents of cinnamon and nutmeg, violet and bergamot. Flirting strawberry yoghurt (creamy) and freshlycut rhubarb aromatics unwittingly entice. A nose of elevated and finessed perfumed high notes. The palate is ... more

The Colonial Estate Mungo Park Shiraz 2005

The resulting wine is therefore not just fullbodied and rich, but has a linear sense of fresh definition, with major uplift on the end palate, that is a feature of the region. more

Jean Luc Colombo Cotes Du Rhone Les Forots 2004

Bouquet: Typical aromas of violets, spices and liquorice. Taste: The wine is harmonious with an elegant structure. Appealing flavors of small ripe berry fruits (raspberries, blackberries and blueberries) and notes of liquorice and spices dominate on the finish. Serving Suggestions: Delicious with tuna, lamb or chicken with herbs and spices. more

The Colonial Estate Émigré 2005

Deep grenadine with dark ruby hues. Lovely warm intense fruit reminiscent of brambles and ripe raspberries, mingling with minty chocolate and oaky vanilla aromas. Soft cashmere tannins melt in the mouth. Rich, fruity and a long, lingering finish. more

Nashwauk Shiraz 2006

The fruit for Nashwauk Shiraz was fermented in stainless steel tanks for 7 days before being transferred to 1, 2 & 3 year old French barriques to age for 1 year. The wine exhibits bright red berry fruits. Earth and spice fill the palate. more

Charles Cimicky Trumps Shiraz 2007

The Cimicky winery, located near Lyndoch at the entrance to the Barossa Valley, was established in 1973 by Karl Cimicky and was originally called Karlsburg Wines. The main building of the estate, which sits within beautiful formal gardens, has a castellation of spires and battlements and was created by the ... more

Paul Jaboulet Aine Crozes Hermitage les Jalets 2006

The 2006 red wines have been marked by powerful, ripe tannins; rich colors and aromas; noticeable minerality; excellent balance enhanced by prominent acidity; and great overall depth and complexity on the palate. For both reds and whites, 2006 produced a clear and well-balanced vintage at Jaboulet. more

Penfolds Grange 2004

As the flagship offer from the outstanding 2004 vintage, it is no surprise to hear that PENFOLDS Chief Winemaker Peter Gago predicts that this release could become one of the greats. “The wait for this Grange release has indeed been worthwhile… arguably the finest vintage since Mother Nature’s endowment of ... more

Penfolds St. Henri Shiraz 2005

St Henri is a great example of PENFOLDS’ multi-regional approach, with fruit from the Barossa, Langhorne Creek, McLaren Vale, Robe, Clare Valley, Wrattonbully and Adelaide Hills. With 15 months in very old, large oak vats, the wine drinks well upon release, yet will cellar – as per its template. Over ... more

Three Rings Shiraz 2005

The sleight of hand that mesmerizes the eye is not unlike the skill that tantalizes the palate. South Australia’s Chris Ringland (Winemaker), David Hickinbotham (grape grower) and Californian Dan Philips (importer) have created this fine wine; a hard act to follow. more

Longboard Russian River Valley Syrah 2004

“Here is a big, well-ripened, solidly varietal Syrah that hits all the right marks in terms of fruit, spice and substance, and it shows an uncommon sense of polish and proportion for the sizeable wine that it is. It is firmed by a fine spine of tannin, but steers clear ... more