Wines Reviewed by The Real Review

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

An elegant Upper Yarra Chardonnay from the red basalt soils of Lusatia Park.

A multi-trophy winner from one of the Hunter’s top producers, this is modern regional Shiraz at its most refined and rewarding.

A sophisticated, cool-climate Chardonnay from 45-year-old vines, balancing Adrian Rodda’s signature nutty complexity with the fresh, saline energy of the Yarra Valley.

Trophy-winning Shiraz from Underhill’s 1973-planted vines, with the 2024’s concentration and structure making it a standout cellar prospect.

An elegant, expressive Tasmanian Sauvignon Blanc from close to the coast.

The first Reserve under new ownership, this 2021 release bridges Bass Phillip’s past and future – same legendary vineyard, renewed focus, and precision of the highest order.

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

A powerful yet finely balanced single-block Shiraz from Koomilya’s original vineyard, showing the depth, savoury complexity and ageing potential that make it one of McLaren Vale’s most coveted releases.

Benchmark Clare Valley Riesling, pure, driven and powerfully refreshing.

A biodynamic field blend from Margaret River’s Mangan Vineyard that showcases fruit purity, gentle structure, and Cullen’s signature less-is-more approach.

First class vintage Sparkling Rose and one of the country's very best.

Single site, high-altitude Chardonnay from arguably Orange's premier producer of the variety.

Organically crafted Clare Valley Riesling that captures the unique minerality of Polish Hill River, offering exceptional quality and cellar potential at the asking price.

Younger vine wine from the legends of NZ Pinot Noir, Ata Rangi. Top value!

One of NZ's most famous and collectable Pinot Noirs. A benchmark for the Martinborough region.

Yarra Yering’s approachable Cabernet Malbec, with two trophies backing a release that delivers classic claret character without years of waiting.

Only the second ever varietal Malbec bottling from the famed Hickinbotham vineyard.

A special single-vineyard Shiraz release, from an iconic Australian winery.

The absolute pick of the bunch from a stellar Barossa vintage, crafted by a man who has spent forty years perfecting the region's elite Shiraz style.

An elegant and enchanting Cabernet Sauvignon named after one of Australia's winemaking pioneers.

A powerhouse Barossa Shiraz from vines over a century old — intense, layered and unapologetically bold.

A rare Adelaide Hills Gamay from Ashton Hills – fragrant, juicy and finely built, showing just how well this elusive grape thrives in the Hills.

A gorgeous single vineyard Shiraz from vines planted in 1899.

The top-dog in the Crittenden Chardonnay yar. Excellent reviews and very limited availability.

Chardonnay of sophistication and class from a terrific site in the Adelaide Hills.

A sophisticated, stony Sauvignon Blanc from Martinborough. Crisp lime, flinty minerals, and plenty of drive - a benchmark NZ white.

A pitch-perfect regional Pinot that balances Central Otago richness with freshness and finesse.

A Methode Traditionnelle sparkling from Central Otago that is elegant and full of finesse.

Arguably Australia's finest Grenache, from a modern superstar producer. Absolutely world-class.

A low-yield, single-vineyard Shiraz from Marananga, balancing deep fruit intensity, fine structure, and serious aging potential in a tiny 800-bottle release.

A barrel selection Pinot Noir that captures the depth and structure of Central Otago’s best sites – dark fruit, fine tannins and balance at its core.

A refined and aromatic high-altitude Shiraz from the Eden Valley.