Category Archives: Other Whites

4 New Releases from Aristotelis ke Anthoula

“The greatness of art is not to find what is common but what is unique,” said Nobel Prize-winning author Isaac Bashevis Singer. I can’t recall where I first saw this quote, but it clearly struck a chord. I wrote it … Continue reading

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A Couple of New Release White Wines and Rosé from Huntington Estate

How lucky am I? Like many other wine reviewers, although I wouldn’t place myself among the upper echelon of critics, I’m fortunate enough to taste wines that have just been released, or are yet to make their debut in the … Continue reading

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Yalumba Y Series ‘$10K Your Way’ Promotion

Who doesn’t love the chance to win stuff? Especially the kind that doesn’t require much exercise, brings you pleasure, and could benefit you. It’s no secret I’ve been a fan of Y Series wines for quite a few years now. … Continue reading

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Renzaglia Wines New ‘Central Ranges’ White Wine Collection

“There is not a sprig of grass that shoots uninteresting to me,” said Thomas Jefferson That quote has been sitting with me lately, and it feels especially fitting as I explore the wines of Renzaglia for the first time. There’s … Continue reading

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Nautilus Estate Sauvignon Blanc Releases

Let’s be honest. A lot has been said about the wine commonly referred to as Sav Blanc or SB from across the ditch. And let’s be honest again, much of it was ‘cheap and cheerful,’ well received by a particular … Continue reading

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2024 First Ridge Pinot Grigio

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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2024 First Ridge ‘Alira’ Prosecco

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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2024 Parish Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc

As previously mentioned, I am not one to steer toward the Sauvignon Blanc section of bottle shop shelves or fridges. To be frank, I much prefer other varietals in the white wine sphere. Having said that, I have been lucky … Continue reading

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2024 Parish Vineyards Pinot Gris

I was listening to a podcast recently in which a prominent member of the wine industry here in Australia said something that I found quite profound. It was along the lines of; he wasn’t in the wine industry, he was … Continue reading

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2021 Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Sur Lie, Plessis-Duval

I have to admit to being quite excited about trying this wine for a couple of reasons. One; it’s from the Loire Valley which I have heard a lot about but have rarely been exposed to wines from the area. … Continue reading

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