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We associate them with cool climate pepper and spice, and the Bullnose has trowel-fuls of exotic spices and delicate florals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is rich and velvety without excessive weight, all supple and lithe. It's a structured, graceful, wonderful wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Expressing precision and purity, combined with brooding strength and complexity, this is spectacular and breathtaking.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e 95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGee, it really pops. Medium-bodied, bright and fresh, lots of energy\u003c\/span\u003e... 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The bubbles, a product of natural fermentation, elevate the wine’s acidity and complexity, while the finish is long, lively, and almost salty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated 95 points from Mike Bennie of The Wine Front and 94 points by Luis Gutiérrez of The Wine Advocate, the 2018 Subtil is simply a must-try bubbles that \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eseamlessly marries tradition with innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Recaredo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41061472501803,"sku":"2018 Recaredo Corpinnat Subtil Brut Nature","price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2018RecaredoCorpinnatSubtilBrutNature.webp?v=1713226472"},{"product_id":"2023-koerner-la-korse-sangiovese-blend","title":"2023 Koerner La Korse Sangiovese Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Koerner brothers are running head on at Clare Valley wine. 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Here the boys combine Sangiovese, Grenache and Sciaccarello with a splash of Carignan \u0026amp; Malbec to create a vibrant, mischievous red with epic drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a new look Clare Valley red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/v8LsqxzUEdw?si=BaYdSdY2HwySJBoq\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koerner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41066968154155,"sku":"2023 Koerner La Korse Sangiovese Blend","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023KoernerLaKorseSangioveseBlend.webp?v=1712712367"},{"product_id":"2021-moss-wood-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2021 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere's always a lot of excitement to be had about the release of the Moss Wood Cabernet, potentially the estates most iconic wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an astonishingly elegant, ethereal wine that needed some time to show its charms. Classic blackcurrant, clove, tobacco and cedar notes dominate the nose but there is also a fresher, red-fruited character keeping everything pure and lifted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is full-bodied and grippy but in a linear, delicate sense. You will need to invent a time machine or give this a bit of a decanter slap to enjoy within the next five years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA worthy landmark of Australian wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One of Australia’s great cabernets. This from a cooler season highlights and accentuates the typical bright red fruits and blue fruit mix, especially on the nose. It’s aromatic and perfumed with an African violet scent. The palate as always is so exquisitely balanced and refined. Since 1989 the cabernet has been augmented with the floral bright fruit of cabernet franc and the darker robust black fruits of petit verdot. The palate delivers with a gentle restraint yet there is power deep within. The chalky tannins define a long and focussed finish. 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Aromas of warm spices—like allspice, clove, and star anise—complement dark plum and cherry notes, and a subtle peaty earthiness. It's an exceptional example of Shiraz from this historic Victorian region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine promises to evolve beautifully over the next 10 years, it's not quite the Pinnacle wine of the Dalwhinnie Shiraz stable (The Eagle is the top release from Dalwhinnie at $180\/bottle) but it remains one of the finest Shiraz you will find in Victoria.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Fabulous wine. Powerful, complex and long. Pure plum into meaty spice into forest berries into fragrant herbs... Structured, textural, flavoursome and long. 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Founded by Clive Paton in 1980 on what was once a stony sheep paddock, Ata Rangi has cultivated a reputation for producing powerful, cellar-worthy wines that reflect the unique character of the Martinborough Terrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 vintage, despite a challenging start with early frosts and cool weather, resulted in a Pinot Noir of remarkable concentration and elegance. Made exclusively from the oldest vines, this wine is a blend of the finest plots across six small vineyards, all within a stone's throw of the winery. It opens with an intoxicating nose of juniper, rose petal, and red plum, with underlying hints of cardamom and pink peppercorn. On the palate, the wine is both bright and supple, with finely woven tannins that carry the wine through to a long, poised finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis release is a perfect embodiment of Ata Rangi’s commitment to excellence, offering a complex and refined Pinot Noir that will only grow more intriguing with time in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's easily one of the finest examples of Pinot Noir to be found anywhere outside of Burgundy. It's a wine to be shared during special moments, with those you love.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is impeccably composed and seductively expressed, showing dark cherry, clove, thyme, and cedar characters on the nose with a gorgeous floral overtone.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s a wine for the long haul that draws out to an extended finish.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Rebecca Gibb MW (Vinous)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Zesty and layered wine with beautiful balance and complexity. 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For many years it has been a benchmark wine for the Clare Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from one of Australia’s most iconic vineyards, Jeffrey Grosset’s meticulously tended, biodynamically farmed Polish Hill Vineyard in the Clare Valley, this Riesling is the definitive yardstick from which to measure the region's style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points, Riesling of the Year \u0026amp; White Wine of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The essence of the Clare, time will most certainly reveal this to be one of the greatest in Grosset's 44 vintage history, and one of the finest Australian rieslings conjured yet.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tyson Stelzer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage is already being hailed as one of the greatest in Grosset’s illustrious career. A cool growing season has yielded fruit of unmatched purity and intensity, resulting in a wine that’s both powerful and exquisitely refined. At its core, the 2024 Polish Hill offers a rush of pure lime juice, with subtle notes of white lily, granny smith apple, and lemon blossom dancing over a foundation of crystalline acidity and ancient slate minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard itself, a ‘hard rock’ site with its silt and shale soils over a bed of blue slate, forces the vines to struggle, producing small, flavour-packed berries that translate into a wine of remarkable concentration and longevity. This is a Riesling built to age gracefully over decades, with a finish that lingers for a full sixty seconds, showcasing both its delicate finesse and underlying power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The longer I sit and taste this wine the more I think that this is a Grosset riesling for the ages.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This needs no introduction; safe to say, this is one of the most delicious young releases of this wine... No matter, the character shifts each year in degree; it's a stellar wine, full of inimitable character and a finesse that Grosset does so well.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritics are unanimous in their praise, with Tyson Stelzer declaring it “desperately gorgeous,” predicting it will be remembered as one of the finest Australian Rieslings ever made. Campbell Mattinson and Mike Bennie also laud its exceptional concentration, floral lift, and mineral character, noting its immediate appeal yet immense potential for long-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith only two bottles produced per vine, the 2024 Grosset Polish Hill Riesling is as limited as it is exceptional. Whether you choose to enjoy it now or tuck it away for the future, this is a wine that will stand the test of time, embodying the very essence of Clare Valley Riesling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a benchmark in Australian Riesling and widely loved by collectors. The wine ages gracefully and slowly; the latent power that is stowed away on release is revealed in time, making this one of the greats in Australia. So here, the 2024 Polish Hill Riesling is thunderous and rolling in its intensity and energy. The citrus fruits gather speed over a grounding of crushed rocks and minerals, while the finish culminates in a sandstorm of flavor and texture. This is an excellent wine. It is fleshy and powerful, tightly coiled and salty. 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Known for its softer fruit and floral aromatics compared to its racier sibling, the Polish Hill, the Springvale is a wine that delivers immediate pleasure while promising even more over the next decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Grosset’s 5.3-hectare, A-Grade Certified Organic and Biodynamic vineyard, the Springvale Riesling is one of the country's most collectable. The vineyard’s thin red loam topsoil sits over limestone, with deep roots anchored in slate bedrock—a rare formation in Watervale. This geology, combined with careful hand-tending and a commitment to biodynamic principles, results in a wine that is dry and mineral-charged, yet deliciously approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Grosset has been a star producer for all the time I’ve been in wine but right now its wines are as good or better than they’ve ever been. I’m opting for a score of 95 but I could easily go 96.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 release captures the full spectrum of classic Watervale flavours—lime and lemon are at the forefront, but there’s a delightful mix of anise, marshmallow, and floral notes adding complexity. The texture is waxy, with a cool, firm finish that’s bright and zesty, making it incredibly enjoyable right now. Critics are already singing its praises, with Mike Bennie highlighting its lemon-lime profile and subtle hints of mint and tutti-frutti florals, awarding it a well-deserved 95 points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith only two-and-a-half bottles produced per vine, the 2024 Grosset Springvale, crafted by one of the country's most incisive wine minds, is a stunning release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Jeffrey Grosset’s Clare Valley rieslings are a must-buy every year, but in a year like 2024 they become a “sell a kidney to buy more” proposition.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Texture is somewhat waxy, the finish cool and firm, bright and zesty. Very enjoyable right now, a little lighter on in character, with lots of pleasing, cool and bright charisma.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UIGWb-uA_PA\" title=\"Jeffrey Grosset - Grosset Wines - Clare Valley\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grosset","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41164429066283,"sku":"2024 Grosset Springvale Riesling","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024GrossetSpringvaleRiesling_844d60b0-15b8-4e10-a344-0038f2336abd.webp?v=1725334115"},{"product_id":"2024-grosset-alea-riesling","title":"2024 Grosset Alea Riesling","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are few Australian winemakers that dare to tackle the 'off-dry' wine style made famous from the cool vineyards of Germany and Alsace, France. 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I don’t roll out the “best ever” slogan very often but I think that this is the best Grosset Alea of the 12 or so vintages that I’ve tasted.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"More tonic and pleasing, quinine-like bitterness in juicy lime, red apple, pineapple and gingery flavours, too. 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Perched at 560 metres, the Gaia Vineyard is the highest and coolest in the region, a rugged and rocky landscape that yields some of the most refined and structured Cabernet in Australia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage is nothing short of exceptional, with a cool season bringing out the best in this already unique site. Composed of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc, the wine is matured exclusively in French oak barriques, 45% of which are new, for 18 months. The result is a brooding, complex wine with aromas of blackcurrant, dark liqueur cherry, and bramble, lifted by hints of graphite, black tea, and dark chocolate. The palate is powerful yet impeccably balanced, with dense dark fruit flavours, vibrant acidity, and fine, mineral-laden tannins that promise incredible longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The depth and definition of crunchy blackcurrant and cassis fruit is monumental, and it is blessed with all the mineral-fine tannin, vibrant acidity and profound persistence to endure exceedingly long indeed. the essence of Cabernet, and of Gaia!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tyson Stelzer (WBM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Cabernet for the ages, with critics universally praising its depth, elegance, and capacity for long-term cellaring. Mike Bennie calls it “hauntingly beautiful,” while Tyson Stelzer called it “the essence of Cabernet, and of Gaia”, with beautiful concentration and structure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It's powerful, concentrated and backed by a welter of firm tannins, but doesn't sacrifice its elegance. This is a tightly packed, dense and focused cabernet that deserves a decent term in the cellar. It's just a baby today.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a seasoned collector or simply a lover of fine Cabernet, the 2022 Grosset Gaia is a must-have. It’s a wine that will reward patience in the cellar, but is also poised and ready to impress at any special occasion. Secure a bottle or two while you can—this is a wine that will only get better with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The perfume is rich in dark berries, black olive, mint and fennel with some woody spice overlay – lovely stuff here, too. The quality of tannin needs additional mention. This is such an impressive, elegant wine.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"These are wines of effortless movement and shape, and the tannins in this vintage are almost certainly the highlight; they are pliable, ductile and ultra fine. 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The whole-bunch fermentation adds a lifted floral quality, while the granite soils keep the profile crisp and focused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bursting in the kind of energy and vitality that could fuel a small city, this is one juicy, exciting shiraz. Fresh, spicy plum and blackberry fruits with pepper, aniseed, woodsy spices and earth enhanced by a light mineral thread of graphite and gravel. It speaks eloquently of the grape and the soil, the spice and the plushness of fruit and vanillin oak, before finishing in a fine tannin-ed elegance. 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The tannins are fine and precise, lending the wine its backbone and an impressive sense of direction, taking you on a journey from the first sip to a long, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from a south-facing vineyard at 450 metres, planted on shale soils, this Nebbiolo benefits from a cool aspect that helps preserve freshness, giving the wine its ethereal edge. Chris’s hand in the cellar is gentle but assured—every decision geared towards preserving the natural character of the grapes, from harvest on April 7th to bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready compelling now, this Nebbiolo will reward those with the patience to cellar it. It’s a wine with intent, offering finesse and a layered complexity that unveils itself with time in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is so pretty!.. This is an exciting wine here. It's ashy, almost. Super.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A wonderful juxtaposition here between nebbiolo florals, fruit and tannin\/acidity... a wine that the longer it is open, the more it reveals layer upon layer of quiet intensity. Give it the time it needs.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jeni Port (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I looked at this over the course of a day and it became firmer and firmer without losing its freshness. It’a delightful wine; it’s an impressive one too.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Sentio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41174089498667,"sku":"2021 Sentio Nebbiolo","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021SentioNebbiolo_c2429769-e9ab-4137-971e-6cf4e46a7101.webp?v=1727826656"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/wines-reviewed-by-the-wine-advocate.oembed?page=9","provider":"Different Drop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}