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South River Vineyard

Penfolds

Grange Bin 95 Shiraz 1990

Bob McDonald
9.8

Still celebrating that LNP win in the Qld State election. Deep crimson with a tawny meniscus. Dense and rich on nose and palate. Blackberry, mocha and dark plum as mentioned in prior notes. Very balanced with nothing protruding. At 34 years of age the oak has totally integrated when in its youth it was prominent, like many Penfolds reds. Supple mouth feel and incredible palate length. Previous notes mention that this was Wine Spectators Wine of the Year and definitely put Grange on the map in the USA. 95% Shiraz, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Unreal! 98 points. — 19 days ago

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Doug Powers

Doug Powers

@Bob McDonald, I’ve been buying Grange since the 1977, which I bought in NYC around 1985. Anyway, my point is that certainly Parker in the Wine Advocate were extolling the virtues of Grange years before the 1990 was WS Wine of the Year. But lucky you to still have some!!
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David White

David White

Not sure about mixing wine and politics it’s a bit like talking religion over Sunday lunch given the religious and political persuasions of the populace
That said I have a 1990 stashed away which I might try this Christmas 😂😂

Torbreck Vintners

Woodcutter's Barossa Valley Shiraz 2022

romo
9.0

A bit sloppy, as aus goes. Still no question it is a Shiraz — 12 days ago

Andrew, Daniel and 2 others liked this

Mollydooker Wines

Blue Eyed Boy Shiraz 2021

Liz
9.0

Really enjoyed how smooth and easy it was to drink! Cool experience and unique wine — 10 days ago

Mollydooker Wines

The Boxer Shiraz 2022

Sipping Fine Wine
9.0

Deep, dark Ruby with a big fruity nose and lots of ripe berries with oaky notes. Jammy big and bold blackberry flavors with some spice, cacao, cedar and leather notes with nice mouthfeel. Big fine tannins with berry fruit carried over to the finish with oak and sweet spice. Nice! — 19 days ago

Tom, Paul and 2 others liked this

Oyster Bay

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Alan Johnston
9.0

3.0. A passable Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, but with a somewhat dull taste. On sale for $10.99, regularly $13.99. — 3 days ago

Rochioli

Estate Grown Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2021

Tom Jenkins
9.2

Silky smooth, soft fruits. Hint of leather, cherries - maybe strawberries. Beautiful. — 6 days ago

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Penfolds

Grange Hermitage Bin 95 Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Jonathan Warren
9.7

Truly indescribable. This was young at 2015 but already a wine that’s moving and one that truly breeds thoughts. — a month ago

Two Hands

Bella's Garden Barossa Valley Shiraz 2014

Ming L
9.3

When last tasted about 3 years ago, the palate left much to be desired. This is finally coming together.
The nose shows beautifully with blackberries, prune, black tea leaf, cured meat, black pepper, and cocoa powder. Medium to full, the palate is lush, silky, and powerful. Fresh round acidity and fine grained tannins. Long candied herbal finish.
This will continued to evolve and provide drinking pleasure for the next 10-15 years.
— 19 days ago

Ira, Tom and 1 other liked this

Penfolds

Bin 389 South Australia Cabernet Shiraz 1999

Shane Walker
9.0

Appearance:
Clarity: Clear
Intensity: Deep
Colour: Garnet

Nose:
Condition: Clean
Intensity: Medium
Restrained Fruit & spices

Palate:
Dry, medium acidity, medium tannins, medium bodied

Excellent quality but a bit past its best. Still a great wine but needs drinking now!
 — 21 days ago

Michele Walker
with Michele

Merry Edwards

Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2022

Penny Wild-perkowski
9.0

Didn’t taste like Sauvignon blanc. Pleasant but miss the crispness. — 8 days ago