Wines Reviewed by The Real Review

Only the second ever release of a straight Syrah from Bryan Martin's estate. Just 60 dozen made.

A Cabernet Franc-led blend from a superb 2020 vintage, showing the more fragrant, elegant side of the Gimblett Gravels.

A lovely cool climate Shiraz from the Jimmy Watson Trophy-winning team at Four Winds.

A fresh, zesty Clare Valley Riesling from Kerri Thompson that nails the balance between flavour and drinkability, and at a price that makes it an easy go-to.

From Willunga’s own estate vineyard, this is a plush and earthy Grenache with vibrant mixed berry fruit, chewy tannins, and real old-vine presence.

A vibrant, silky Mornington Pinot that highlights the charm and approachability of Ten Minutes by Tractor’s lower-elevation vineyards.

A bright, balanced Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir that shows Moorooduc’s easy, unforced approach to the variety.

A cool-climate Tasmanian Chardonnay from Ossa’s low-yielding East Coast vines, made by Hugh McCullough with a light touch for freshness, texture and quiet complexity.

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 deep-rooted mature vines beside Lake Wanaka, this biodynamically farmed Riesling offers texture, structure and a clear sense of place.

A straight-shooting, whole-bunch Grenache from red Cambrian soils, made with zero fluff and a sharp sense of place. Ask ChatGPT

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 deep, generous Shiraz from seriously old Barossa vines — rich, polished and built to go the distance.

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

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

A bone-dry, hand-crafted sparkling from Tamar Valley Pinot. Elegant, energetic, exciting sparkling from Peter Dredge.

An organically farmed, estate-grown Pinot that captures the clarity and quiet confidence of Central Otago at its best.

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.

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

An expressive, cool-season Shiraz from 80-year-old Blewitt Springs vines, offering lifted aromatics, mineral tannins and serious cellaring potential under the hands of some of the country’s most respected winemakers.

Old-vine Blewitt Springs Grenache made with finesse and restraint by four of the sharpest minds in the game.

Old vines, bright fruit and a bit of winemaking flair come together for a seriously tasty, no-nonsense Grenache that just begs to be shared.

Young, vibrant Cabernet Sauvignon from Margaret River at a devilishly good price.

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

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

A fragrant, textural McLaren Vale Grenache from old bush vines in Blewitt Springs, showing the finesse and energy Thistledown has made its name on.

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.