Author Archives: Tony Peters

2014 Grey Sands The Mattock

Posted on October 16, 2017 by Tony Peters

As much as the world news gives us much to scratch our heads about, there is also much to make us, well me anyway, realise there is also much to be thankful for. In Spain at the moment they are … Continue reading →

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2017 Penley Estate Spring Release Cabernet Franc

Posted on October 15, 2017 by Tony Peters

Cabernet Franc is a grape variety that, sort of, gets treated like the poor cousin to Cabernet Sauvignon.  They are related but one is viewed as the King, the other…not so. On this occasion, good ol’ Cab Franc has been … Continue reading →

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2017 Lowe Wines PF500 Organic Shiraz

Posted on October 14, 2017 by Tony Peters

The PF is pretty obvious; preservative Free.  But, it is also organically and biodynamically produced.  Vegan friendly too.  Maybe they could put VF on the label as well. 500?  That needs a little explaining.  The vineyard is 500 metres above … Continue reading →

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2016 Wobbly Boot Pinot Noir

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Tony Peters

I’ve no doubt whatsoever that people will be thinking or saying, “here he is again banging on about Tassie Pinot”.  Well, as a matter of fact, yes I am. I was so impressed with the 2015 vintage I bought six … Continue reading →

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2015 Hollick The Gondolier Barbera

Posted on October 9, 2017 by Tony Peters

This was one of three I presented to a group of punters at a barbecue.  The reason was to get a objective view of the three wines where food was also a player in proceedings. This one got a few … Continue reading →

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2015 Tatachilla Burnt Souls Shiraz

Posted on October 9, 2017 by Tony Peters

This was one of three I presented to a group of punters at a barbecue.  The reason was to get a objective view of the three wines where food was also a player in proceedings. Deep colour that prompted the … Continue reading →

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2016 Chateau Yaldara Foundations Grenache

Posted on October 8, 2017 by Tony Peters

This was one of three I presented to a group of punters at a barbecue.  The reason was to get a objective view of the three wines where food was also a player in proceedings. There was not much said … Continue reading →

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2017 Lowe Wines ‘Headstone’ Rosé

Posted on October 6, 2017 by Tony Peters

It’s no secret that rosé is on the comeback trail.  It’s been dubbed a “Rosé Revolution” if you like. I can remember watching a documentary back before the Y2K panic when a group of winemakers, sommeliers and chefs got together … Continue reading →

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2016 Main & Cherry Adelaide Hills Sangiovese

Posted on October 5, 2017 by Tony Peters

A small family operation, alternate variety, amphora, 90 days skin contact, unfined, unfiltered.  There’s lots to love about this wine even before you undo the screwcap! The inevitable happened next.  The screwcap became inexplicably loose.  Who would’ve thought?  I may … Continue reading →

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2010 The Blok Coonawarra Shiraz

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Tony Peters

How often do you go to a wine region and you tend to visit the big ones, your favourites, the well-knowns or those you feel compelled to because your friends said you should?  Me, guilty as charged. Some great friends … Continue reading →

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