Category Archives: Shiraz

Before I say something about this wine, please let me take you back to 1952. Leigh Matthews, the Australian Rules Football Legend was born and went on to carve out an illustrious career both as a player and a coach. … Continue reading →

In 1963 the Fratin family cleared some land and planted, amongst other things, vines. The vines were eventually replanted on Mount Langi Ghiran and, as it mentions on their website, “…created the iconic Langi Old Block Shiraz”. Most of the … Continue reading →

The first thing I have to mention is when I drove up to the Rymill cellar door.  What an amazing welcome.  Walk in the door and the welcome continues. The cellar door staff are very engaging, informative and by no … Continue reading →

Picture this if you will.  You arrive at a classical music concert and the orchestra members are tuning their instruments and it sounds like a bit of a mish mash of tones and notes.  The conductor steps onto the stage, … Continue reading →