Wines Reviewed by The Wine Front

A finely detailed, wild-fermented Chardonnay from Tasmania’s deep south, grown on old vines and built with precision, texture and length.

Remarkable second release from Giant Steps, reinvigorating this iconic Yarra Valley site.

A single-vineyard, old-vine Patagonian Pinot Noir of rare pedigree, combining perfume, structure and the ability to age with grace.

An organically farmed, old-vine Patagonian Pinot Noir that captures the perfume, tension and minerality of its 1955-planted vineyard.

An organically farmed Patagonian Chardonnay shaped by 40-year-old vines and Jean-Marc Roulot’s precision, balancing mineral drive with subtle texture.

A finely etched Patagonian Chardonnay from sandy, organically farmed soils, offering early-drinking appeal without losing the precision and mineral drive Chacra is known for.

One of the Southern Hemisphere's most individual and compelling Pinot Noirs, in fine form.

Superb Grenache from one of our favourite Aussie producers - modern and classic all at once.

A uniquely individual, organic Clare Valley Riesling.

A well-made Yarra Chardonnay, from one heck of an exciting young producer.

A very cool small-batch release from Angus Vinden and Will Gilbert. Hunter Shiraz, Orange Pinot Noir - a match made in heaven.

Callum Powell's beaautiful tribute Shiraz dedicated to his late Grandmother.

A gorgeous rendition of Barossa Shiraz from the ancient Asbroek vineyard planted in 1864.

A contemporary Barossa Shiraz that expertly blends the power of the region with a deft structure and lower abv. A magic wine.

A deliciously light and bright expression of Eden Valley Shiraz - Callum Powell is doing great things at Agricola.

A savoury, finely etched Upper Yarra Pinot debut that’s all about structure, detail and slow-burn charm.

A finely tuned Upper Yarra Chardonnay that’s all about texture, precision and quiet confidence.

A refined but powerful expression of Chardonnay from a standout vineyard in southern Margaret River – layered, structured, and built to impress.

A smartly built, mineral-driven Margaret River Chardonnay with plenty of fruit and just the right hit of flint and texture.

A bold, coastal expression of the Margaret River white blend, full of drive, crunch and serious potential in the cellar.

A unique Clare Valley Riesling born from the Loosen-Barry friendship, combining old-vine fruit, long lees ageing and German craftsmanship for a textured, age-worthy style.

A juicy, mid-weight Barossa red with Italian roots, packed with dark fruit, spice and just the right amount of edge.

An elegant, old-vine Barossa Syrah with perfume, texture and a light touch — all charm, no excess.

A ripe, silky Eden Valley Shiraz that hits the value-for-quality sweet spot — plush, polished, and reliably good.

Singing release of this single-site Mornington Chardonnay from Garagiste. Powerful, flamboyant - great Chardonnay for the flavour hounds.

The prettiest and most approachable of the Cru Barolo offerings from the Vaira family.

A blend of elevated sites across Barolo, this wine is built as a balanced, complete wine that will mature very well in the cellar.

Juicy, food-friendly Montepulciano from Abruzzo. Italian dinner table wine at its finest.

Big, rich Barossa Shiraz done the Kaesler way — full throttle but properly put together.

Mark Bulman's second vintage of Grenache from the ancient and treasured Stonegarden Vineyard in Eden Valley. 96 points. Campbell Mattinson.

The McLaren Vale rendition from Mark Bulman's duo of Grenache releases. 96 points Campbell Mattinson.

EXTREMELY LIMITED! A tightly coiled, low-yield Chardonnay with serious drive and detail - small production, big statement.

EXTREMELY LIMITED! A new project from the POCW team using younger vines and a slower release, Mari Magno offers a more playful take on estate Pinot with all the hallmarks of the vineyard’s class.

A laid-back, low-fi Yarra blend that’s all about freshness, drinkability and not overthinking a thing.

Delicious, full-flavoured yet perfectly poised Yarra Valley Chardonnay. One of the best buys in the region.