The novel begins with a woman standing alone on Pall Mall in February cold, holding a business card and a notebook full of notes that make no sense. Alex Hartley has just tasted a 1986 Tyrrell’s Vat 1 Hunter Valley Semillon at a private tasting. For approximately ten seconds — while the wine was still […]
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From the rolling vineyards of Pokolbin to the foothills of Orange, Tamburlaine Organic Wines has built a reputation as one of Australia’s most innovative and boundary-pushing wine producers. Embodying a commitment to organic viticulture and consumer-driven solutions, Tamburlaine’s story is about far more than just making great wine—it’s about rethinking how wine can be produced, packaged, and enjoyed in
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Briar Ridge Limited Release 2024 Fiano The Hunter Valley’s 2024 vintage kicked off earlier than usual, influenced by an unusually early Easter. While initial frosts and rain kept vineyard teams on their toes, a warm festive season rewarded patient growers with a harvest of striking flavour intensity. Among the highlights is the new Briar Ridge
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Sometimes, the most remarkable paths begin in the most unassuming places. Born and raised in Cessnock, Hunter Valley, Liz Silkman was surrounded by an eclectic mix of influences—her mother, a language teacher, and her father, an electrician. Winemaking was not an obvious career choice. Yet, in a twist of fate, Liz has become the region’s
Tulloch Wines, with over a century of winemaking heritage, has been a cornerstone in the Hunter Valley’s story since 1895, building a reputation for crafting wines that are both faithful to tradition and alive with contemporary flair. Over four generations, the Tulloch family has evolved their range to include a suite of beloved varietals, all
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The Hunter Valley, renowned for its enduring Shiraz and Semillon, has also become a nurturing ground for innovative winemaking. Glandore Wines, tucked in the heart of this historic region, has made its mark by championing classic Australian varieties and creatively experimenting with lesser-known grapes. Their passion for both tradition and exploration is on full display
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Founded in the 1850s, the heritage streetscapes of Heathcote reflect the town’s gold rush past but it is the wineries of the area that are the major drawcard today. The first vines appeared in the 1860s, but it was not until the 1960s that the real wave of development occurred. The Shiraz grape is the
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Named the Winemaker of the Year in 2010, Wayne Dutschke produces a Shiraz that is typical Barossa here – a ripe, full bodied, generous wine with plenty of spicy flavour. French and American oak characters complement the sweet fruit and the firm tannins provide structure. With fruit taken from vineyards that surround the Dutschke property,
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Coriole Sparta Shiraz 2016 is a classic McLaren Vale Shiraz sourced from a single vineyard named the Galaxidia vineyard planted on the Coriole estate in 1998. Winemaking at Coriole is a very traditional process, though they do like to experiment and try different techniques to see the influence on wine style. Red wines are mainly
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