TASTY PINOT FOR LESS THAN $10
byIs there a person on the planet who does not know Cono Sur Pinot? A rare under-priced Pinot, and now it’s on sale. Besides…
Wine Picks
Please try and have these wines in the recommended context. Wine pleasure is about a match of wine and mood.
BARBERA AGAIN
byExcuse me for penning another Barbera recommendation ““ but when well crafted it is one of the world’s best medium-bodied reds. Best as in…
APERITIF VINHO VERDE on SALE
byTart with delicate, palate teasing flavours. A refreshing aperitif wine that delivers a jolt for the senses. Drier (less of a party drink) than…
PREVIOUS RED RECOMMENDATIONS NOW ON SALE
byCharmes’ Gamay will appeal to fans of rustic, gutsy reds. Deakin’s Shiraz is drier than most Aussies and has great everyday drinkability ““ party…
THE BARBERA THAT I LOVE
byThere is no more spirited red than traditional Barbera. By traditional I mean the exuberant, brazingly fruity-meets-tart style of the wine here. Sort of…
Getting the Lightly Chilled Message
byWakefield, one of my favourite Aussie wineries, is touting the benefits of lightly chilling red wines. In this example ““ which is more about…
Credit Card Maxed?
byITALY TO THE RESCUE! Lattes are some peoples Winter treat, but I prefer an inexpensive red from the south of Italy. Especially this delicious…
The Noble One
byA Sweet Ending for the Holidays De Bortoli produce the best Sauternes-style wine in the world. Not only sweet, but the exotic flavours seem…
A PAIR OF TRADITIONAL SPANISH REDS
byBodegas Castano is an earthy, medium-bodied wine ““ very bistro. A little smokiness adds interest, and suggests hearty red meat dishes. Certainly a candidate…