Wines Reviewed by The Wine Front

A thoughtful, finely tuned Hills Chardonnay that shows just how good this region - and this winemaker - can be.

The most complete expression of Mac Forbes’ Pinot work – Ferguson shows why this small Woori Yallock site has become his flagship.

A savoury, finely built Riesling that shows the Polish Hill River site in a way that’s unfussy, bright and quietly distinctive.

Superb modern McLaren Vale Shiraz from the sands of Blewitt Springs.

Dry-grown bush-vine Grenache from WA star Swinney – bright, savoury and full of the ferrous, red-fruited character that makes this site so special.

A wild ferment gone right - high-altitude Lenswood fruit meets serious structure and drive in one of the Adelaide Hills' most distinctive Chardonnays.

High-toned, aromatic Cabernet Franc from one of the Clare Valley's first certified organic vineyards.

Giant Steps ventures south for this Coal River Valley release - denser and more structured than their Yarra wines, with real cellar potential.

The top value entry level Chardonnay from Joe Holyman, one of Tasmania's very best producers.

Pure, slatey Clare Valley Riesling from Col & Jen at Adelina, fermented almost dry.

A contemporary, medium-bodied Barossa Syrah with intense dark fruit and spice. Not your average Barossa Shiraz!

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.

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

Perfumed and powerful McLaren Vale Mourvedre (Mataro) from Vanguardist. Savoury, complex and more full-bodied than its Grenache sibling.

Classy Clarendon Shiraz made by Andre Bondar - this is Dre's ode to cooler-climate Shiraz grown at altitude.

One of the Clare Valley's truly remarkable vineyards produces a Cabernet of rare finesse in the hands of Jeffrey Grosset.

One of Australia's benchmark Viogniers, from vines John Kirk planted at Clonakilla all the way back in 1986.

A wonderfully harmonious, medium-bodied Shiraz that swaps heavy-handed oak for pure, spice-driven refreshment and outstanding value.

A small-release Pinot from all eight clones on the Isle Vineyard – detailed, savoury and seriously well put together.

The entry-level Nebbiolo for one of Piemonte's most iconic names. A beautiful, approachable Langhe that's ready to drink now.

A serious, ageworthy take on the Margaret River SBS from one of the country’s most committed biodynamic estates.

A vibrant and velvety Tempranillo/Malbec blend with beautiful aromatics and excellent structure.

Another outstanding release of one of Australia's most iconic Rieslings.

One of the original hero vineyards for Giant Steps, with extra power and personality in 2025.

Just 1.8 hectares of Chardonnay on one of the Yarra's great Pinot sites, Applejack produces a tiny, tightly coiled Chardonnay of rare purity, tension and mineral precision.

A tiny production, volcanic-soil Upper Yarra Chardonnay from a wonderful artisan producer.

Lovely, detailed, single vineyard Pinot Noir from Gembrook in the Yarra Valley.

Tyrrell's iconic Shiraz Cabernet blend from one of the best vintages of the decade.

Spectacular release of one of Australia's great white wines.

The boldest and most powerful of the Giant Steps single vineyard Pinots, taking out Best Pinot Noir Wine of Show at the 2026 Royal Queensland Wine Awards.

A Syrah–Pinot blend from the biodynamic slopes of Cobaw Ridge – vibrant, savoury and uniquely Macedon.

The first taste of the 2026 vintage: Viognier fermented cool in stainless steel and bottled for immediate freshness and enjoyment.

Exceptional, biodynamically-grown Pinot Noir from the Derwent Valley that's deserves all the plaudits, and often gets them...

A cool, granite-grown Chardonnay from Cobaw Ridge – lean, detailed and beautifully balanced.

A stunning, world-class Cabernet Franc-led blend built to evolve beautifully over the next two decades.

A concentrated and taut Hunter Shiraz that is both vibrant and seductive. A real winner here from Thomas Wines.