Author Archives: Tony Peters

2019 Glen Garvald (by Levantine Hill) Merlbec

Posted on May 15, 2021 by Tony Peters

Merlot and Malbec together, in a bottle, under a screwcap, would have to be a rare occurrence surely?  Normally they form part of the famous Bordeaux blend quintet with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.  Could you imagine Angus … Continue reading →

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2017 Huntington Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Posted on May 9, 2021 by Tony Peters

Many, many years ago, I had to complete a training course as part of being accepted into my current vocation.  It was a mixed bunch of people in ages, life experience, skill sets and attitudes.  The one thing we all … Continue reading →

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Brand & Sons Coonawarra Untold Range

Posted on May 2, 2021 by Tony Peters

Have you ever played poker?  Did you know one of the most prized hands you could be dealt is four of a kind?  Speaking of four of a kind, have you ever looked closely at the four Kings in a … Continue reading →

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2014 Brand & Sons CBD Coonawarra Single Vineyard Shiraz

Posted on April 27, 2021 by Tony Peters

Most people would know the term CBD as an acronym for the Central Business District of a capital city.  If you have ever been in the CBD, you would know it is a hive of activity pretty much from dawn … Continue reading →

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2019 Glen Garvald (by Levantine Hill) Marsanne Rousanne

Posted on April 25, 2021 by Tony Peters

Marsanne Rousanne.  Those two words would fit perfectly for the name of a French artist don’t you think?  Imagine this if you will; the art would use subtle shades, bold colours and different textures to highlight the finite detail of … Continue reading →

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Patina Orange Region Chardonnay Releases

Posted on April 18, 2021 by Tony Peters

Summer may have left us 47 days ago but, even down here in Tassie, we have been experiencing some (not all) beautiful warm and sunny days.  It’s almost like Autumn wasn’t ready to step in and asked Summer to hang … Continue reading →

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2017 Huntington Estate Tim Stevens Signature Shiraz

Posted on April 12, 2021 by Tony Peters

I was listening to a podcast recently of the world’s first female roadie, Aussie Tana Douglas.  Fascinating lady.  She spent time with many famous bands and musicians but what stuck in my head was when she spoke about AC/DC, but … Continue reading →

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2020 Robert Stein White Label Riesling

Posted on March 29, 2021 by Tony Peters

Smoke free zones.  They are everywhere these days.  They have even made the CBD of Hobart a smoke free zone.  Good thing too. How good (and lucky) is it that Robert Stein wines have their own little smoke free zone … Continue reading →

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2019 Glen Garvald (by Levantine Hill) PB White Blend No.1

Posted on March 26, 2021 by Tony Peters

Did you ever watch the ABC music quiz show Spicks and Specks?  There was a segment where a small band would play songs and the contestants would have to pick the tune.  The members of the band would often play … Continue reading →

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2016 Huntington Estate ‘Special Reserve’ Cabernet Sauvignon

Posted on March 22, 2021 by Tony Peters

I was talking to someone about this wine and, for some reason, I said Cabaret instead of Cabernet.  I must admit to having a bit of a chuckle to myself because I immediately thought of the song ‘Cabaret’ by Liza … Continue reading →

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