SC Pannell 2019 Single Vineyard Grenache Release _________ 2019 GRENACHE RELEASE It’s an exciting time to be a Grenache maker and even more exciting to be a Grenache grower but as the popularity of Grenache grows I find myself wondering is it disrespectful for it to be treated only as a “session wine”? It is … Read More
Gourmet Traveller WINE Winemaker of the Year 2021 Finalist, John Hughes _________ 2021 RELEASE It’s especially pleasing timing that we get to formally release our 2021 wines just as John is announced as a finalist for the Gourmet Traveller WINE Winemaker of the Year award. But then it has been an exciting year for Rieslingfreak, … Read More
Brian 2018 Oregon releases _________ From part-time Brian Mike Bennie: ‘Yes, that’s right, the quixotic and exciting Brian winemaking outfit have been making wines in Oregon since 2017. The Tasmanian wines, ‘Rizza’, ‘3Pinots’ and ‘Gris’, are mirrored in Oregon, using almost identical winemaking approaches… Brian primarily source from and produce at Keeler Estate Vineyard – Eola-Amity Hills … Read More
Latta Vino & Eastern Peake Owen Latta- YOUNG WINEMAKER OF THE YEAR 2018 GT Wine ____________________________ ‘Winemaker Owen Latta’s age belies a wealth of experience, making him a deserving winner of the Young Winemaker Medal for his quality Eastern Peake and Latta Vino wines. Second generation winemaker Owen Latta is the Ballarat kid setting the Australian … Read More
Ngeringa “I grew up with biodynamics on my parents’ Jurlique herb farms. To grow our grapes any other way was unthinkable.” – Erinn ____________________________ Ngeringa has been certified biodynamic for more than 20 years. It is the biodynamic process that creates a balanced and healthy relationship between soil, plant and all living beings – and … Read More
Ochota Barrels 2020 Spring Releases ‘..arguably the hottest new release ticket in Australia. These are the best yet from Taras and Amber Ochota. DO NOT MISS THEM’ Nick Stock ____________________________ Mike Bennie Winefront: 23 July 2020 ‘As a caveat, I tend to decline reviewing Ochota Barrels wines formally as I consider Taras Ochota and family close … Read More
Kolfok wines by Stefan Wellanschitz Brand new arrival’s from young star of Austria’s Mittburgenland- redefining the region. _________ The word has its origin in Burgenland. It describes a character who critically decides against the convention. My wines are not produced or made, rather I would like to act modestly as an observer, giving the wines … Read More
By Farr ‘The latest vintages from the Farr family are always eagerly awaited and the 2019 whites and 2018 reds justify the anticipation. They are all lovely, and the By Farr Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs and Shiraz continue to be Australian benchmarks for these varieties. ‘ Ralph Kyte-Powell, The Real Review _________ VINTAGE 2018 The 2017/2018 … Read More
2018 Standish Wine Company Shiraz release ‘The conclusion is clear: Dan Standish currently makes the best Barossa Shiraz..’ Thomas Girgensohn’s Australian Wine Reviews – and Beyond _________ Joe Czerwinsksi. Robert Parker’s THE WINE ADVOCATE ‘After reviewing the stunning 2016s last year, I was excited to try the 2017s and 2018s at Dan Standish’s small winery. … Read More
Gentle Folk 2019 winter release ‘… just straight up unreal to drink. What a coup.’ Mike Bennie (2019 Merlot) “Vintage 2019 was one hell of a ride! It was a year of growth for us in terms of vineyard area with the acquisition of new vineyards in Piccadilly and Norton Summit. We were thrown a … Read More
