An elegant, spicy and refreshing Mudgee shiraz of pepper, greengage plum and watermelon fruit profile, underlined by fine, peppery tannins that carry a long, even finish. An enticing BBQ quaffer, that captures a refreshingly cool style for this warm region. $10 at Cracka and Kent Street.
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Alluring, succulent, spicy and exotic, this is a skilfully crafted quaffer of glossy berry compote fruit, rose bud and finely structured, powdery, textural tannins. It’s enticing, eminently versatile with all manner of cuisines, and a worthy house red for the budget conscious. $11 at Jim’s (2012).
readA gentle, spicy and fruit-focused Barossa bargain of finely textured tannin structure and much more expressive dark plum and black cherry fruit than you’d expect at this bargain price. $11 at Kemeny’s and Dan’s.
readThe clever crew at St Hallett clearly appreciate that if you want to release a new label in a saturated market, you need to over deliver. It’s a shame to see Gamekeeper’s Cabernet Shiraz go, but in its place, such a pronounced varietal statement is quite unexpected at this bargain price. Crunchy, tangy blackcurrants, capsicum, […]
readValue for money gris of red apple and grapefruit zest crunch and a chewy mouth feel of gentle phenolic texture. A clean, fresh and dry style of zesty appeal. $11 at Cracka.
readAn excellent value introduction to Heathcote, with refreshing dark plum and berry fruit character, spice and pepper. Lively acidity and savoury, textural tannin definition are regional hallmarks. A lighter-bodied lunchtime style of stylishly balanced poise and great value for money. $11 at Cracka.
readIn great vintages, even the entry wines of the top makers are terrific. This Aldi exclusive is a great value Barossa blend, capturing the raspberry and rose petal allure of grenache, welding it seamlessly to the black plum fruits and mixed spice of shiraz. It has an air of floral elegance and spicy allure, structured […]
readZesty, fresh, racy and citrus-infused, this is an energetic meeting of grapefruit zest, lime juice and crunchy pear. A tense acid line defines impressive poise rarely shown by colombard. $13 at Pulpit (2013), $14 direct (2014).
readThis is the best of the Wickhams Road range this year and, for that matter, one of the best value pinots you’ll find anywhere. This elegant and fruit-focused single vineyard style captures the essence of the Mornington Peninsula at an astonishingly affordable price. It’s a lovely assemblage of red cherries, strawberries and raspberries, with nuances […]
readZesty grapefruit and lemon crunch provide tension and freshness to flavourful Gin Gin clone Margaret River chardonnay. Gentle texture derives from part wild fermentation and lees stirring in just 10% new barrels. Driven by malic acidity, this is a fresh, lively and great value aperitif style. $12 at Wine Cow.
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