Wines Reviewed by The Wine Front

Gorgeous McLaren Vale Grenache blend, in a fine-boned frame.

Elegant cool-climate Chardonnay from an exciting new Tasmanian husband & wife winery.

Concrete Egg fermented and matured Coonawarra Cabernet. Such a lovely individual expression of this classic Australian wine style.

A modern, vibrant example of Coonawarra Cabernet made for earlier drinking by the 2024 Halliday Winemaker of the Year!

A simply great Hunter Red, the best fruit from the vintage made into the best wine - a tribute to Mount Pleasant founder Maurice O'Shea.

An enchanting & seductive Syrah from McLaren Vale - the debut release from Paul Vandenbergh's new label.

A beautiful and distinct field blend red of native Portuguese varieties from one of the Douro Valley's most exciting producers.

Brilliant biodynamically farmed Pinot Noir from Western Victoria.

Brilliant Nebbiolo from a single vineyard on the Castagna estate in Beechworth.

A juicy, aromatic Grenache from 108 year old vines in the Barossa, expertly crafted by Dom Torzi.

This wine is an absolute treat for the senses - if you love Muscat or sweet wines in general, this is a must have.

Incredibly intense Muscat. One of the best outside Rutherglen.

A spicy Mediterranean blend of Tempranillo, Touriga and Grenache from the Swan Valley.

More of a multi-vintage than a non-vintage, this Champagne shows florals and chalkiness, amounting to a vivacious wine

A stemmy, savoury rendering of Cabernet from a high-altitude vineyard in South Africa, made by a talented winemaking duo

A fresh and mineral expression of cru Beaujolais with a wonderful structure

Barossa Shiraz in a lighter frame, made with a hands-off approach.

One of the more interesting Rieslings on the Canberra landscape. Limey, steely, and bracing in style.

The perfect laid-back afternoon red made from the rare Refosco grape. Italy say hello to NE Vic.

A rustic Merlot from Umbria, built for sharing. Like a walk through the brambles.

A deep and luscious Yarra Valley Cabernet that will live for years

The very best Chardonnay from Eldridge Estate made in honour of the late Wendy Lloyd.

A brooding and long fortified from the Barossa with an average age of 15 years in barrel.

An elegant and refined Methode Traditonelle sparkling from Franciacorta, the 'Champagne' of Italy.

Roger Pike's flagship Shiraz. One of the marvels of McLaren Vale.

Stunning idiosyncratic Shiraz from the Marius vineyard and owner Roger Pike.

A truly unique Barossa white - multi vintage barrel-aged Semillon, rich, vibrant and textural.

Snappy Pinot Noir Rose from Jura, with chalky interest.

One of the best value and most interesting red blends around. Another home run from talented winemaker Jared Dixon!

One of the breakout English producers of the last decade, Hattingley Valley combines a traditional approach to sparkling winemaking with premium terroir.

"One of the great styles of sweet (fortified) wines on earth." - Mike Bennie.

Picture perfect example of the supple red wines of the Loire. An excellent producer with a rich history. Textbook stuff.

Gorgeous Rosé from one of the country's most in-form sparkling producers.

A cracking Barossa sparkling that brings Prosecco’s bright, lively charm together with surprising depth and serious bang for your buck.