Monthly Archives: February 2025

Huntington Estate 2021 & 2019 Special Reserve Shiraz (Pre-release wines)

I come from a big family and second in line with a brother almost two years my senior. Growing up, I would often hear the words, “you can’t half tell you two are brothers” but it was generally about our … Continue reading

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Yalumba Y Series Pinot Noir

When someone is looking at the Pinot Noir shelves in a bottle shop, they generally don’t look toward the bottom where the ‘cheap’ ones are usually placed. Let’s be honest, to most people who enjoy a Pinot Noir, the price … Continue reading

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2018 Huntington Estate ‘Block 3’ Cabernet Sauvignon

I was listening to a radio station recently and the person being interviewed was a cetologist. You know, someone who studies whales. She was speaking about the sounds whales make and how it was their way of communicating. I have … Continue reading

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2023 Yalumba Y Series Lighter Shiraz

Shiraz. Arguably the most consumed red wine in Australia. There are so many iterations of the variety on the market from any number of regions and countries. It makes perfect sense to offer up a Shiraz that is ‘consumer friendly.’ … Continue reading

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Huntington Estate 2023 Chardonnay and 2022 Semillon Special Reserve Releases

I have been a Chardonnay fan for many years, tasted and drank quite a few in that time and the Huntington Estate Special Reserve Chardonnay’s reputation made this wine a no brainer, winner, for me…and it was! However, originating from … Continue reading

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