Author Archives: Tony Peters

2022 Angullong ‘Crossing Reserve’ Harriet

Posted on March 22, 2025 by Tony Peters

Henri Matisse was a famous French visual artist. Now, I’ve looked at his work and I liked some of it but, I have to say, some of it is a bit out there…from my perspective anyway. I can only think … Continue reading →

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2019 Huntington Estate ‘Special Reserve’ Cabernet Sauvignon

Posted on March 19, 2025 by Tony Peters

I was listening to the radio and a fellow mentioned how computers have been programmed to play chess and, ultimately, win. I am not surprised at what computers are capable of these days but they are incapable of ‘experiencing’, ‘feeling’ … Continue reading →

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2024 First Ridge Pinot Grigio

Posted on March 15, 2025 by Tony Peters

I have mentioned previously about the view, by some, that the wine industry can be like the fashion industry. Trends come and go and change regularly. You only need to look at how Chardonnay was the darling of the white … Continue reading →

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2022 Yalumba Y Series Tempranillo

Posted on March 11, 2025 by Tony Peters

I may well be a wine enthusiast, but I will openly admit to enjoy saying the word ‘Tempranillo’ and rolling my tongue when saying it too (as best I can). This is beside the fact I like the variety, having … Continue reading →

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2019 Huntington Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Posted on March 7, 2025 by Tony Peters

George Burns, the cigar-smoking American entertainer who passed away at 100 years of age, is quoted as saying, “You can’t help getting older but you don’t have to get old.” I realise this was generally meant for people but, it … Continue reading →

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2024 First Ridge ‘Alira’ Prosecco

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Tony Peters

I must admit that the word ‘Prosecco’ used to frighten the daylights out of me if it was being poured at a function or dinner. I, unashamedly, used to wait for the next wine on offer. You are probably thinking, … Continue reading →

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Huntington Estate 2021 & 2019 Special Reserve Shiraz (Pre-release wines)

Posted on February 28, 2025 by Tony Peters

I come from a big family and second in line with a brother almost two years my senior. Growing up, I would often hear the words, “you can’t half tell you two are brothers” but it was generally about our … Continue reading →

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Yalumba Y Series Pinot Noir

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Tony Peters

When someone is looking at the Pinot Noir shelves in a bottle shop, they generally don’t look toward the bottom where the ‘cheap’ ones are usually placed. Let’s be honest, to most people who enjoy a Pinot Noir, the price … Continue reading →

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2018 Huntington Estate ‘Block 3’ Cabernet Sauvignon

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Tony Peters

I was listening to a radio station recently and the person being interviewed was a cetologist. You know, someone who studies whales. She was speaking about the sounds whales make and how it was their way of communicating. I have … Continue reading →

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2023 Yalumba Y Series Lighter Shiraz

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Tony Peters

Shiraz. Arguably the most consumed red wine in Australia. There are so many iterations of the variety on the market from any number of regions and countries. It makes perfect sense to offer up a Shiraz that is ‘consumer friendly.’ … Continue reading →