Monthly Archives: March 2025

2021 Huntington Estate Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz

I know I use a lot of quotes from people who are famous, infamous and all those in between but I try to ensure they are relevant to what or who I am writing about. And, guess what? Here I … Continue reading

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2022 Angullong ‘Crossing Reserve’ Harriet

Henri Matisse was a famous French visual artist. Now, I’ve looked at his work and I liked some of it but, I have to say, some of it is a bit out there…from my perspective anyway. I can only think … Continue reading

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2019 Huntington Estate ‘Special Reserve’ Cabernet Sauvignon

I was listening to the radio and a fellow mentioned how computers have been programmed to play chess and, ultimately, win.  I am not surprised at what computers are capable of these days but they are incapable of ‘experiencing’, ‘feeling’ … Continue reading

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2024 First Ridge Pinot Grigio

I have mentioned previously about the view, by some, that the wine industry can be like the fashion industry. Trends come and go and change regularly. You only need to look at how Chardonnay was the darling of the white … Continue reading

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2022 Yalumba Y Series Tempranillo

I may well be a wine enthusiast, but I will openly admit to enjoy saying the word ‘Tempranillo’ and rolling my tongue when saying it too (as best I can). This is beside the fact I like the variety, having … Continue reading

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2019 Huntington Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

George Burns, the cigar-smoking American entertainer who passed away at 100 years of age, is quoted as saying, “You can’t help getting older but you don’t have to get old.” I realise this was generally meant for people but, it … Continue reading

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2024 First Ridge ‘Alira’ Prosecco

I must admit that the word ‘Prosecco’ used to frighten the daylights out of me if it was being poured at a function or dinner. I, unashamedly, used to wait for the next wine on offer. You are probably thinking, … Continue reading

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