Wines Reviewed by The Real Review

Blisteringly good top-tier Chardonnay from the master Dave Bicknell.

A cool-season Chardonnay from the Hunter, wild fermented and aged on lees for texture, detail and quiet complexity.

From Rippon’s oldest vines on a schist-strewn slope above Lake Wānaka, this is a taut, deeply expressive Pinot that channels the unique character of Tinker’s Field.

A refined but powerful expression of Chardonnay from a standout vineyard in southern Margaret River – layered, structured, and built to impress.

A smartly built, mineral-driven Margaret River Chardonnay with plenty of fruit and just the right hit of flint and texture.

A bold, coastal expression of the Margaret River white blend, full of drive, crunch and serious potential in the cellar.

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.

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

Perfectly balanced off-dry Riesling from the passionate and highly-skilled John Hughes.

The Premium Pinot Noir from Bass Phillip is one of the most prestigious and collectable Pinot Noirs in the land.

Bass Phillips's Estate Pinot is an excellent cellaring prospect. One of the icons of Australian wine heritage.

Legendary Chardonnay, one of Bass Phillip's greatest wines. A layered, full-bodied masterpiece.

Estate-grown, cool-climate Shiraz that brings the spice and structure without the hefty price or need for a long sleep.

Exceptional old-vine McLaren Vale Grenache that stands amongst the best global expressions of the variety.

Shiraz for the cellar from Jasper Hill, one of Australia's true biodynamic vineyard pioneers.

Smart, dry, and easy to like - this is award-winning South Aussie rosé made with food and good company in mind.

Stunning small-batch Grenache and probably the most sought-after wine in the brilliant Yangarra stable.

A southern-Rhone inspired blend of white varieties, with 60% skin contact and fermentation / maturation in ceramic eggs. Deliciously thought-provoking.

A clean, gently textural Pinot Gris from Amisfield that shows off what Central Otago does best - generous fruit, natural freshness, and no heavy lifting required.

A graceful, organically grown Central Otago Pinot shaped by subtle winemaking and a clear sense of place.

From old vines and organic vineyards, this is classic Dog Point—flinty, creamy, salty and bright, with enough structure to age but more than enough charm to drink now.

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

A benchmark Margaret River Cabernet that combines power, finesse, and serious aging potential, marking 50 years of quiet excellence from Moss Wood.

A museum release of one of the finest Shiraz vineyards in the country.

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

A bold, beautifully built Waipara Pinot that shows real vineyard character and classic winemaking without overplaying its hand.

A lush, textural Central Otago Pinot Gris that balances weight and freshness with a bit of extra winemaking flair.

A bright, approachable Central Otago Pinot that nails the balance between ripe fruit and easy, unfussy drinking.

A laid-back, full-flavoured Barossa Shiraz that’s all about easy pleasure, not pretence.

Follow-up to the all-conquering 2021 vintage, and once again an elegant yet flavour-packed Eden Valley Syrah.

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

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.

A finely tuned, early-drinking Brunello that blends historic vineyard material with the precision and restraint of the Gaja family’s signature style.

A finely tuned Barolo that brings together site diversity, experience, and craftsmanship - classic in character, but unmistakably Gaja in its polish.