Author Archives: Tony Peters

2023 Angullong ‘Fossil Hill’ Sangiovese

Posted on April 3, 2026 by Tony Peters

Samuel Johnson (18th‑century English writer) once suggested that wine can make a man mistake words for thoughts, and I’ve always taken that as a reminder to stay thoughtful rather than simply sounding thoughtful. I know I can get carried away … Continue reading →

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2023 Angullong ‘Fossil Hill’ Montepulciano

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Tony Peters

“In order to explain the name, first you must drink the wine.” I wish I could credit whoever said that (if you know, please tell me) but it stuck with me. For this bottle, though, I’d tweak it slightly: “To … Continue reading →

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2023 Ekin Wine Co Langhorne Creek Sparkling Pinot Noir

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Tony Peters

Sometimes wine writers and bloggers (myself included) get a little caught up in the role sparkling wine is supposed to play as the drink for celebrations, milestones, and big moments. And sure, it can be that, but it doesn’t have … Continue reading →

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2024 Angullong ‘Fossil Hill’ Barbera

Posted on March 23, 2026 by Tony Peters

Being honest, this variety was never something I sought out in a bottle shop or on a wine list, but that attitude has since changed. Adjunct to that, I’ve generally steered toward the familiar varieties simply because they were, well, … Continue reading →

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2023 Angullong ‘Fossil Hill’ Chardonnay

Posted on March 20, 2026 by Tony Peters

Some time ago, I lived in a home in Hobart with magnificent views. The wide River Derwent stretched out in front of me, leading up to the city and the shadow of Mount Wellington/Kunanyi. At any time of day or … Continue reading →

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2025 Shanahans Wines ‘The Barking Dog’ Grenache Shiraz Mataro

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Tony Peters

When it comes to Grenache, Shiraz & Mataro blends they can come in all shapes, sizes and proportions. I’ve never asked a winemaker how they arrive at their final mix, and I’m not about to speculate, but the thought of … Continue reading →

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2025 Miss Zilm Clare Valley Riesling

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Tony Peters

How good do we have it in Australia when it comes to Riesling! That’s more of a statement than a question. Across all styles and regions, the quality is consistently high, and don’t get me started on the price. Some … Continue reading →

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2024 Ekin Wine Co Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Tony Peters

Laufey is, from what I’ve read, a remarkably talented Icelandic‑Chinese singer, songwriter and multi‑instrumentalist…and only 26 years old! I don’t know much more about her, except for a quote of hers that I feel is the perfect prelude to this … Continue reading →

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2025 Vickery Watervale Riesling

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Tony Peters

How often do you genuinely get to use words like respect, reputation, pedigree, consistency, and quality to describe one thing? Not often, and not because those words are rare, but because they deserve to be used with care, and only … Continue reading →

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2024 Ekin Wine Co Adelaide Hills Chardonnay

Posted on March 11, 2026 by Tony Peters

I can undeniably admit that I love a good Chardy (abbreviating it does not diminish its importance in the wine world). It takes up a good part of the wine rack space in our home wine room and it owns … Continue reading →

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