Archive for South Australia

Tintara 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon

Long-standing classic Tintara from McLaren Vale is a treat, well-structured, enjoyable young or old.

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Koonunga Hill Shiraz 2006 from Penfolds

Ok this is a young one, and I should be kind, but this familiar red wine did little to surprise me…

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Salena Estate Shiraz 2004

Great fruity wine, with no oak, but quite complex.

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Jimmy Watson Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Jimmy Watson is one of Australia’s, and Melbourne’s, great wine figures, so much so a trophy is named after him. And this wine, is worthy of his memory in its class.

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D’Arenberg FootBolt Shiraz 2001

The Sommelier at my local club made this pleasing selection from the D’Arenberg range.

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Hollick Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot, Coonawarra

Quality wine with balance of fruit, subtle oak, and delectable with lamb…

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