Karri Oak 2012 Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

It's the classic WA blend that works so well.
This one is from Ferngrove in WA's Frankland River district and is just about everything you'd expect. There's a mix of tropical and herbaceous fruit as well as a little bit of palate weight with bottle age.
This is developing into a serious complex dry white and is offered at a bargain basement price.

Our Price: $10 per bottle by the dozen

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Driftwood 2009 Margaret River Shiraz

Sometimes labels just don't do justice to the wine inside the bottle.
And while Margaret River is more famously renowned for its cabernet sauvignon there are some extraordinary bargains to be found amongst the Shiraz. Like this one.
At least they got it right on the back label describing a seriously underpriced wine:
"Dark purple red with a strong underpinning of blueberry and blood plum on the nose. Full fruit flavours of dark berries, liquorice and chocolate are borne by soft velvety tannins through the long and voluptuous finish"

A/V 14.5%

Our Price: $15 per bottle by the dozen

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Massoni 2008 Pyrenees Ranges Merlot

This is a truly outstanding mature red with all the cellaring done for you. It's rich and complex with really fascinating feral twists.
The back label nails it:
"Low rainfall in 2008 produced small berries which resulted in a rich concentrated wine with deep red colour. Matured in French and American oak for 18 month, this generous full-bodied wine combines spice, berries and dark chocolate, integrating into a lingering savoury finish".

It's drinking superbly now and I see no reason why it won't hold at this level for another 3-5 years. Very highly recommended.

Our Price: $19 per bottle by the dozen


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Quarram Rocks 2009 Cabernet Shiraz

This one comes from Denmark in the deep south of
Western Australia and it's the first bargain
bin end of 2014 .

We're constantly receiving samples of wines in the post and last week two arrived from WA under the Quarram Rocks label. Many of you would remember the big, bold gutsy 2010 Pinot Noir with the beach scene label from the same winery. These two samples were both cabernet shiraz blends: 2008 and 2009.

On opening both wines were pretty impressive with the 2008 just having the edge. The next day though, the decision was really easy and tasting over the next two days just confirmed that the 2009 was the star.

The deal was we had to buy a lot to get the right price but it means we can offer this at near half price at just $10 a bottle. Best of all this is a genuine reduction with the wine not being offered at an inflated starting price to enhance the perceived bargain [sadly that happens a lot]. It also means that you can order a dozen, try it and order more if you agree. This is a lovely mid weight red that would appeal to just about everyone. It's offered at a quaffing price but has the quality for more special occasions. This is the perfect red for whacking on your most accessible wine rack so you're not tempted to raid the more expensive wines in the cellar.

RRP: $18
Our Price: $10 per bottle by the dozen

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Stolen Block 2014 Clare Valley Riesling

We were impressed with both the 2012 and 2013 releases of this but this is a step up in quality that easily qualifies it as BEST ENTRY LEVEL RIESLING we know.
The back label nails it:
"lifted floral bouquet of blossom and honeysuckle. With flavours of crunchy green apple, fresh lime and lemon, this wine is finished with crisp balanced acid."
VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED and a star at this price.

Dave agrees! Visiting from South Australia, he and his riesling fanatic wife bought a couple of bottles to share with friends at the local Thai. This photo is Dave returning for more.


Our Price: $9 per bottle by the dozen

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What's the collective noun for a group of wine tasters?

In the middle of a post Christmas 2013 clean up I just came across a battered old Ginger Meggs cartoon by the late great James Kemsley [aka Skeeter]. Now I have no idea why he thought Ginger would contemplate such a question but "What's the collective noun for a group of wine tasters?"

A SPIT

Charles Melton 2011 La Belle Mere Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre

The story is that the Barossa Valley's Charlie Melton didn't think the 2011 juice earmarked for Nine Popes was quite up to scratch. So he created a new label that he probably hopes will be a one off called La Belle Mere.

Nine Popes is a label that's reached iconic status in its nearly 30 year history. It was conceived as a tribute to the wines of Chateauneuf de Pape in south eastern France. Eight hundred years ago the Papacy was relocated to the region and consequently we have the "New Castle of the Popes". But neuf can also mean nine so we have Nine Popes. LOL as they say in the abbreviated world of texting and social media.

As with all French appellations there are strict guidelines. There are thirteen permitted varieties and surprise, surprise Charlie's Nine Popes combination of grenache, shiraz and mataro [aka mourvedre] are three of them.
 Nine Popes retails for around the $60 mark and believe me this is way better than a third of the quality. Most of us think Charlie was a bit hard on himself but a few of you can enjoy one of the premium red bargains of the year. Obviously there's not much as there's never much Nine Popes.

Our Price: $20 per bottle by the mixed or straight dozen

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Taylors 2011 SA/WA Estate Range Pinot Noir

For this current release one of the Clare Valley's giants have ventured west and combined WA fruit with their locally grown stuff. It works and it's on special all the time!

Our Price: $14 per bottle by the dozen

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Jacobs Creek Reserve 2012 Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir

The Jacobs Creek Reserve range has been around for awhile now but my suspicions regarding range extensions remain.
I suspect the people who drink the original Jacobs Creek aren't prepared to experiment and spend a few dollars more while the quality drinkers, who would really enjoy the stuff, look down their nose at the label.
Just a thought. This is very fine pinot noir for the price.

Our Price: $12 per bottle by the dozen

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Richland 2013 King Valley Pinot Noir

Those crazy Calabrias have done it again with the latest addition to their Richland range. They defined entry level sauvignon blanc, rewrote the record books with their multi award winning pinot grigio and now they have a King Valley Pinot Noir which is quite remarkable for the price.
Just don't tell anyone how little you paid for it.

$9 PINOT NOIR JUST SHOULDN'T TASTE THIS GOOD!!!!!!!
Our Price: $9 per bottle  by the dozen

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