Wines Reviewed by The Wine Front

Perhaps the most sought-after of the exquisite Cru Barolo from the iconic G.D. Vajra

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

A deep, generous Shiraz from seriously old Barossa vines — rich, polished and built to go the distance.

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

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.

EXTREMELY LIMITED! A no-fuss blend of the estate’s top Pinot sites that nails the sweet spot between structure, perfume and drinkability.

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

Let the good times roll with this cracking McLaren Vale Grenache.

A no-fuss, naturally made Shiraz from the Hunter that celebrates tradition, purity, and the joy of drinking something genuinely honest.

A precise and powerful single-block Chardonnay from Tasmania’s Derwent Valley, shaped by biodynamic farming and a thoughtful hand in the cellar.

A contemporary, bright and well-balanced Chardonnay that encapsulates all that is great about Margaret River.

Chenin as only Voyager does it: taut, textural and ready to rip. this is Tim Shand’s take on one of the region’s hidden treasures.

A lighter, stem-fermented style of Grenache from organic Barossa vines, offering a fresh, spicy take on a classic variety with plenty of personality and drinkability.

An unforced and quietly complex Yarra Pinot that reflects thoughtful farming and a vineyard with plenty to say.

A transparent, finely tuned Yarra Pinot that captures the essence of Stuart Proud’s holistic farming approach and the quiet precision of Thousand Candles.

The debut release of Tasmanian Pinot Noir from Yabby Lake and Tom Carson's team.

Benchmark Mornington Pinot Noir from Tom Carson at Yabby Lake. Pure and powerful.

An expressive, cool-season Shiraz from 80-year-old Blewitt Springs vines, offering lifted aromatics, mineral tannins and serious cellaring potential under the hands of some of the country’s most respected winemakers.

Old-vine Blewitt Springs Grenache made with finesse and restraint by four of the sharpest minds in the game.

Old vines, bright fruit and a bit of winemaking flair come together for a seriously tasty, no-nonsense Grenache that just begs to be shared.

Possibly the best value Nebbiolo out of the Langhe region, this scratches the Italian Nebbiolo itch at a snip of a price.

A fresh, gently textural white that brings together classic Rhône varieties with a light touch and a clear sense of place.

Premium Cabernet Sauvignon from one of the great vineyards of McLaren Vale.

Always one of our most popular Chardonnays, this 95 point offering in 2024 from the Giant Steps team is on song once again.

A fast and furious vintage in the Yarra for the Giant Steps team giving the a beautifully balanced and supple Pinot Noir in 2024.

A fragrant, textural McLaren Vale Grenache from old bush vines in Blewitt Springs, showing the finesse and energy Thistledown has made its name on.

Show-stopping Margaret River Chardonnay from one of the region's most skilled winemakers.

Bryan Martin's cracking example of this Italian varietal, Montepulciano. Fun to say, fun to drink.

Bryan Martin's banging Barbera gets souped-up with a little Nebbiolo. It's the perfect Italian-inspired pizza wine.

A finely crafted, dry Adelaide Hills sparkling Rosé that combines crisp precision with a real sense of place.

This bright and ethereal Cab Franc is a thing of beauty.

A tense and layered Sauvignon Blanc, one of Australia's very best expressions. Named the Halliday Wine Companion Sauvignon Blanc of the Year.

Exceptionally elegant and balanced Chardonnay from a winemaking legend in the Adelaide Hills.

Powerful, tightly-wound Chardonnay from one of Australia's winemaking legends.

Perfectly balanced Adelaide Hills Chardonnay from the spectacular 2024 vintage, crafted by a master winemaker.