The Standish Wine Company
The Relic Shiraz Blend 2014
2014 vintage. 3 hour decant.
3/6.5/9.5 = 19 out of 100 say 96.
High quality Barossa Shiraz with an awesome bouquet apparent as soon as it’s released from the bottle (though I always think blending Viognier is cheating in that regard). Still a strong tannin/acid structure so still not at its peak - say 5 years more at least. High alcohol content but integrated perfectly - didn’t even notice. Really pleasant long linger. Standish is an artist so you must collect and try. My next move is to try back to back with a Yarra Yering Dry Red No. 2 — 3 months ago
Moss Wood
Moss Wood Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
3-6/9.5 = 18.5 out of 100 say 93
Dark berry nose with that classic subtle chocolate linger. Some alcohol heat evident. Probably only needs a 1 hour decant. — a year ago
Cullen Wines
Kevin John Margaret River Chardonnay 2015
3/6.75/9.75 = 19.5 out of 100 say 98
Eight year Kevin John - lovely with pear on the nose and pear with perfectly balanced acid on the palate. Sets a high benchmark for all premium Chardonnay. — a year ago
Rymill
Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
3/6.5/9.5 = 19 out of 100 say 95
2010 vintage - great bouquet - really showcasing that classic Coonawarra cab sav fruit. Rich fully ripened fruit on the palate with a great linger. — 10 months ago
Jacquinot et Fils
Symphonie Brut Champagne Blend 2012
3/6.5/9.5 = 19 out of 100 - 96 points. Exceptional nose, creamy overtones with a long linger. — a year ago
William Douglas
3/6.5/9.5 = 19 out of 100 say 94.5
Great vintage 2010 - very strong., great mouthfeel, long linger. Mint with tobacco, strong acid structure and still plenty of tannins. Will go at least 3-5 years more. — 2 days ago