Author Archives: Tony Peters

2017 Jim Barry Assyrtiko

Posted on July 6, 2018 by Tony Peters

When it comes to white wine varieties that are either hard to pronounce or difficult to spell, we can thank the Spanish for Albariño, the Austrians (amongst others) for Grüner Veltliner, the Italians (mainly) for Gewürztraminer and now, the Greeks for Assyrtiko. Peter … Continue reading →

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2015 Mérite Wrattonbully Cabernet

Posted on July 3, 2018 by Tony Peters

More often than not, when someone pays a premium price for a wine they expect a premium wine. If they don’t get what they thought they were forking out for, there is usually a bit of a hoo-haa and carry … Continue reading →

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2016 Holm Oak Pinot Noir

Posted on July 2, 2018 by Tony Peters

Tassie Pinot Noir is so alluring no matter what form it comes in across all levels. Entry level, Estate Range or Premium, the colours, aromas and flavours contribute to a cavalcade of the curious and connoisseur alike from far and … Continue reading →

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2017 Chapel Hill Shiraz Mourvèdre

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Tony Peters

The Two Ronnies, Simon & Garfunkel, Hawke & Keating, Hamish & Andy. Famous couples that have gotten on so well together they have stuck in the minds and hearts of many over the years. Okay, maybe there’s some doubt about … Continue reading →

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2017 LiNO RaMBLe ‘Domino’ Montepulciano

Posted on June 27, 2018 by Tony Peters

Montepulciano! I love saying that word. Try it. Mon-ta-pull-chee-arno!! And make sure you emphasise the ‘ar’ bit and use plenty of hand movements. It’s quite invigorating, just like this wine. How cool is it that you can get such an … Continue reading →

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2014 Robert Stein The Kinnear

Posted on June 26, 2018 by Tony Peters

Many moons ago, English wine connoisseur, Professor George Saintsbury, stated that “Hermitage is the manliest wine I have ever drunk”. What do you get when you add a small amount (3%) of the noble grape, Cabernet to it? Well, let … Continue reading →

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2017 Paracombe Adelaide Hills Pinot Gris

Posted on June 25, 2018 by Tony Peters

This may come as a surprise to some but, on the weekend I was speaking with a fellow who works in a Hobart bar and, dare I say it, the talk was about wine. Something he said came as no … Continue reading →

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2014 Gartelmann Wines ‘Jesse’ Shiraz

Posted on June 24, 2018 by Tony Peters

When it came to writing the review for this wine I realised when I see a person’s name on the front label, I’ve gotten into the habit of using ‘google’ to see if there is history or a story behind … Continue reading →

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2015 Clemens Hill ‘777 Clone’ Pinot Noir

Posted on June 20, 2018 by Tony Peters

You’ll have to excuse me for being curious. That’s just me and it’s part of my job. The succession of numbers, 777, intrigued me so I googled it thinking it would return details about the Pinot clone in question. Ummm, … Continue reading →

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2013 Huntington Estate Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

Posted on June 18, 2018 by Tony Peters

How often do you see ‘Winemakers Reserve’ or ‘Vineyard Selection’ or, in this case, ‘Special Reserve’ on a bottle of wine? I’ve seen a few and I don’t have a problem with that except when it’s not backed up with … Continue reading →