Author Archives: Tony Peters

2025 Smith & Hooper Pinot Grigio

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Tony Peters

I’m a big fan of the movie, Forrest Gump, and like many, I can recite the famous line verbatim: “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” When it comes to the Pinot Grigio/Pinot … Continue reading →

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2025 Twin Islands Sauvignon Blanc

Posted on November 23, 2025 by Tony Peters

Let’s lay our cards on the table. New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc has copped a bad rap for a while, with many wines crossing the ditch to Australia caught up in less-than-complimentary reporting. And yes, some bottles are made more for … Continue reading →

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New Releases from Oxford Landing for the Summer

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Tony Peters

Who doesn’t enjoy summer? Not just for the warmer days, the less clothes we have to ‘carry’ around on our bodies or the amount of daylight we have thanks to daylight saving (in most states of Australia). As the days … Continue reading →

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Huntington Estate Sparkling Wine Releases

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Tony Peters

If you’re old enough to remember Kool & the Gang, you’ll recall their 1980 disco hit, “Celebration!” It is catchy, upbeat, and full of effervescent vivacity. I watched the film-clip and the band members were definitely celebrating alright, and dancing … Continue reading →

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4 New Releases from Aristotelis ke Anthoula

Posted on November 1, 2025 by Tony Peters

“The greatness of art is not to find what is common but what is unique,” said Nobel Prize-winning author Isaac Bashevis Singer. I can’t recall where I first saw this quote, but it clearly struck a chord. I wrote it … Continue reading →

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2020 Paulett Wines 109 Reserve Shiraz

Posted on October 30, 2025 by Tony Peters

“If you are not too long, I will wait here for you all my life.” I found this quote from Oscar Wilde quite interesting. It suggests a willingness to be patient, but not endlessly so. Some wines reward early drinking … Continue reading →

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Maclean Bay Current Release Pinot Noirs

Posted on October 11, 2025 by Tony Peters

Dr Who has been around for what seems like forever (since1963 in case you were wondering). As a kid I remember seeing it on ABC television and I’ll be honest and say, the storylines never really captured my attention (although, … Continue reading →

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Huntington Estate New Red Wine Releases

Posted on October 10, 2025 by Tony Peters

I don’t often receive responses or feedback about my reviews, good or bad, but when I do, it means a great deal. So I’d like to take this opportunity to show my appreciation to Huntington Estate. They’ve been incredibly kind … Continue reading →

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Renzaglia Wines New ‘Central Ranges’ Red Wine Collection

Posted on October 5, 2025 by Tony Peters

There is soooo much talk of AI these days and the broad range of uses it has. From what I have read, it is being used to complete things such as University essays, create CVs for job applications and even … Continue reading →

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A Couple of New Release White Wines and Rosé from Huntington Estate

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Tony Peters

How lucky am I? Like many other wine reviewers, although I wouldn’t place myself among the upper echelon of critics, I’m fortunate enough to taste wines that have just been released, or are yet to make their debut in the … Continue reading →

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