Author Archives: Tony Peters

2015 Shanahans ‘The Barking Dog’ Grenache Shiraz Mataro

Posted on May 29, 2018 by Tony Peters

Grenache Shiraz Mataro (or Mourvèdre) blends, GSMs for short, are not to be approached in a blasé or perfunctory fashion by winemakers these days.  They are becoming quite the ‘go to’ wines when it comes to adaptability for a variety of foods … Continue reading →

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2015 Grey Sands Romanesque

Posted on May 23, 2018 by Tony Peters

Have you noticed how many Roman Empire constructions are still standing some 2000 years after they were built?  Well apparently they have worked out why.  A bloke by the name of Vitruvius (What was his mother thinking?!) wrote of “a … Continue reading →

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2017 The Natural Wine Co. Rosé

Posted on May 21, 2018 by Tony Peters

Rosé, Rosé, Rosé.  Where for out thou Rosé?  Well, these days, everywhere and what a good thing that is. This is going to please a huge group of punters.  With its free run juice, wild ferment, vegan friendly approach and a damn good … Continue reading →

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2015 Huntington Estate ‘Basket Dried’ Shiraz

Posted on May 19, 2018 by Tony Peters

This may sound conceited but there aren’t many ‘styles’ of wines I haven’t tried. ‘Basket Dried’ is a term I’m definitely not familiar with but if I see it on a wine label again I’ll be grabbing for my wallet … Continue reading →

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2017 The Natural Wine Co. Organic Shiraz

Posted on May 13, 2018 by Tony Peters

I honestly like the idea of natural, organic, preservative free wine.  Varieties treated in a way to bring out their ‘true colours’ if you like.  This one is made that way and it certainly ticks all the right boxes.  The most … Continue reading →

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2015 Levantine Hill Melissa’s Paddock Yarra Valley Syrah

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Tony Peters

I was recently in a cafe that I frequent enjoying a cup of tea with a mate and he mentioned how the cafe had a good reputation but he’d never stepped foot in the place.  When questioned on it further … Continue reading →

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2017 The Natural Wine Co. Organic Sauvignon Blanc

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Tony Peters

I learnt a valuable lesson thanks to this wine.  I put this wine in a fridge which I know is set at a temperature for beer…to make it cold…pretty cold…like beer should be.  It really came down to poor planning … Continue reading →

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2013 Huntington Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Posted on May 2, 2018 by Tony Peters

I am going to admit to being a little stuck for words after I tried this wine.  I started to write it up and then there was a ‘take 2’ and a ‘take 3’.  It is such a really good … Continue reading →

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2014 Mitchell Wines Peppertree Shiraz

Posted on April 30, 2018 by Tony Peters

Without going back through older blog posts, I’m pretty sure I’ve mentioned about having preconceived ideas about a wine.  This can be a positive because that way I go into trying a wine with the right attitude.  That is how … Continue reading →

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2107 Yelland & Papps Second Take Mataro

Posted on April 29, 2018 by Tony Peters

Take a moment to think about the wines that have got you really excited and I mean really excited.  The ones that bring an instant smile to your face, has you looking around in wonder then back at the glass … Continue reading →

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