Wines Reviewed by The Wine Front

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

A dry-grown Mourvèdre from Swinney – dark, spicy and textural, showing the depth and precision that come from generations of careful farming in Frankland River.

One of the benchmark Pinot Noirs of the Geelong region, and one of Australia's most distinctive styles.

An iconic Hunter Chardonnay with serious pedigree - rich, layered and built for the long haul.

A landmark release from Steve Pannell’s Blewitt Springs vineyard – pure, perfumed Grenache that confirms Little Branch as one of the country’s most exciting new projects.

One of the highest and steepest vineyards in the Yarra Valley, the Bastard Hill Pinot is a very limited release that won't be available for long.

The first-ever release from Bannockburn’s original 1976 Pinot vines, made to celebrate the estate’s 50th vintage and showing old-vine depth with classic Bannockburn poise.

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

A vibrant, approachable Tasmanian Pinot from Stoney Rise that balances bright fruit and fine structure with easy charm.

A rich yet refined Reserve Merlot from Blue Poles that proves the variety can be world-class in Margaret River.

Searing, serious Chardonnay from perhaps Giant Steps' most recognisable single vineyard.

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

Syrah/Pinot Rose from the Best Value Winery of the Year.

A stalwart of value, the Bugalugs consistently over-delivers in the land of Barossa Shiraz.

The epic King's Wood Shiraz from Yangarra. Truly McLaren Vale Shiraz at its best.

This may be the best varietal Cabernet Franc released in Australia year on year. A seriously fine, fine wine.

One of the more serious Rose wines in Australia made in a unique style.

Sublime Premier Cru Rose raised from Pinot Noir. Pretty yet persistent. This is top-shelf.

One of the great wines of Margaret River in peak form.

A small-batch, high-altitude Chardonnay from Dash Farms that captures both Josh Cooper’s thoughtful touch and the vineyard’s granitic, cool-climate edge.

Terrific Cabernet (and a bit of Malbec) from Leeuwin, a good each way bet for the table or the cellar. Total Margaret River bargain.

A biodynamic Adelaide Hills Chardonnay from Ngeringa – clean, balanced and thoughtfully made, showing fruit purity and subtle oak in equal measure.

A gorgeously pure, unadulterated modern Barossa Grenache from Peter Schell.

One of the darkest and most cellar-worthy of the excellent single vineyard Joshua Cooper Cabernets from 2022.

An exceptional, estate-grown McLaren Vale white that channels its coastal French heritage to deliver an intensely refreshing, salty and oyster-ready crunch.

A stunningly salty and textural single vineyard Albarino from the modern masters of the variety.

A site-driven Bannockburn Pinot from organically farmed, close-planted vines, offering savoury depth and quiet elegance.

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

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.

Barney Flanders' top of the range Pinot, a site-specific, electric, complex wine.

Australia's finest blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Muscadelle in peak form. A classic Triolet release.

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

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

Cult-favourite Cabernet from the outskirts of the Yarra Valley. This classic, elegant blend will evolve beautifully in the cellar.

Stunning single block Chardonnay bottling from the great Hoddles Creek Estate vineyard. 96 points, tiny amounts made.

One of the most unique and powerful Australia sparklings you will find. If you like the richer, more oxidative style of fizz from some of Champagne's avant garde, you relly need to try this.