WINE and BEVERAGE LIST

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Wine Enthusiasts and Custodians of all things vinous
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Looking back, the journey began long ago on the other side of the earth. As an expat living in London, something about the treasure trove of international vinous offerings available seemingly at every corner ‘off-license’, expanded my somewhat shielded ‘Californian’ experience of wine.
An intense fascination was sparked, and consequently a need to learn about and taste wines from all over the planet – all the while marvelling in the diversity, complexity as well as the sheer power of a living liquid in a bottle being able to evoke such a sense of place and time. Not to mention the sheer olfactory and palate delight and wonder to be had when enjoying wine, whether it be on its own or matched with some morsel of match made in heaven!
This list is constantly evolving, as is our journey of discovery in wine. Nothing, besides drinking the stuff, brings us more joy than talking about it – so please feel free to chat about wine in any way, shape or form….
All our wines are carefully curated and respectfully handled for your enjoyment by our team and within our fastidious cellar environments.
Yours in Wine
Lou Perri, The Passionate Curator Tom Riedl, The Grapejuice Nerd Nic, The Fruit-Ninja Robert Francis, The Boss
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BY THE GLASS 4 375ML CHAMPAGNE, WHITE & ROSE (HALF BOTTLES) 7 375ML RED (HALF BOTTLES) 8 BIG BOTTLES FOR BIG GATHERINGS 10 CHAMPAGNE THE LITTLE GROWERS 11 CHAMPAGNE THE GRANDE MARQUES 12 SPARKLING WINE 12 RIESLING AUSTRALIA 13 RIESLING NEW ZEALAND 13 RIESLING FRANCE 13 RIESLING GERMANY 14 SEMILLON 15 SAUVIGNON BLANC 15 CHENIN BLANC 16 PINOT GRIS & GRIGIO 17 ORANGE (SKIN CONTACT) 17 ROSE 17 INTERESTING WHITES WORTH A LOOK 18 CHARDONNAY AUSTRALIA 19 CHARDONNAY NEW ZEALAND 20 CHARDONNAY USA 20 CHARDONNAY FRANCE 20 PINOT NOIR FRANCE 24 PINOT NOIR AUSTRALIA 27 PINOT NOIR NEW ZEALAND 28 PINOT NOIR USA 28 NEBBIOLO 29 GAMAY NOIR 30 INTERESTING RED VARIETALS AND BLENDS WORTH A LOOK 31 SANGIOVESE 32 GRENACHE AND BLENDS AUSTRALIA 32 GRENACHE AND BLENDS RHONE VALLEY, FRANCE 33 SHIRAZ, SYRAH AND BLENDS AUSTRALIA 34 SHIRAZ, SYRAH AND BLENDS ROCKFORD WINES 35 SHIRAZ, SYRAH AND BLENDS FRANCE 36 CABERNET SAUVIGNON 37 CABERNET SAUVIGNON & MERLOT BLENDS AUSTRALIA & ITALY 38 CABERNET SAUVIGNON & MERLOT BLENDS BORDEAUX, FRANCE 39 DESSERT WINES 40 FORTIFIED 40 WATER, SOFT DRINKS AND TONICS 41 BEER 41 COCKTAILS 42 SIGNATURE GIN COCKTAILS 43 VODKA 44 RUM 44 COGNAC & ARMAGNAC 44 WHISKEY 45
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CHAMPAGNE (125ml)
NV Pol Roger – Brut Reserve (Epernay, France) 29 Classic nose of baked brioche, hazelnuts and superb length, a classy way to start your day.
NV Laherte & Freres – Rose de Meunier (Chavot, France) 35 Rich and deep- delicious rose fizz expressing tart red fruit and outstanding aroma. 100% Pinot Meunier, Saignee style. Bone-dry.
SPARKLING (125ml)
2017 Jansz – Vintage Cuvee (Pipers River, TAS) 19 4 years on lees, intense aromas of citrus zest, lemon curd and sweet brioche.
NV Rockford – Black Shiraz (Barossa, SA) 36 Disgorged in 2017, lots of Christmas pudding, dark meaty black berries, dark plums, and chocolate on the nose and palate. A must try.
Coravin Sparkling ™ is the wine preservation system that allows us to open a bottle on weekend, then finish it many days and even weeks later.
The last glass will taste just as amazing as the first.
“Too much of anything is bad, but too much of champagne is just right”
Mark Twain
Crisp & Mineral
2016 Dry River Riesling (Martinborough, NZ) 23 Punchy and so alive. Lime, slate and spice flavours but it's the palate intensity and power that makes this riesling world class…
2018 Fritz Haag – Brauneberger Juffer Kabinett Riesling (Mosel, Germany) 20 Lovely peach, herb and floral aromas combined with a refreshing and precise combination of acid and sugar…wow!
2019 De la Pepiere – Clos de Briords Melon de Bourgogne (Loire Valley, France) 17 Old-vine cuvee -this is my kind of Muscadet- textbook with everything you would expect, lemon, apple and great salinity.
2019 Dm. Guiberteau Chenin Blanc (Loire Valley, France) 25 Layers of ripe nectarine and lemon sherbet fruit, a fleshy, open knit texture and a twist of powdery extract on the tonic finish.
2019 De Ladoucette – Comte Lafond Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc (Loire Valley, France) 25 Delicate floral notes followed by powerful mineral aromas- elegant bouquet, complex and typical of the richness of this great terroir
Fruit Driven
2019 Ciro Picariello Fiano (Campania, Italy) 20 This wine has a straw-yellow colour with hints of green. Fruity nuances melt with a floral bouquet.
2019 Rockford – Local Growers Semillon (Barossa Valley, SA) 15
Light golden color, toasted and buttery citrus, touch of smokiness, deep and textured
2020 Saint Clair Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough, NZ) 14 Passionfruit with a floral lift- rich palate with passionfruit and a salty minerality. This wine has a silky luscious texture with a long finish
2020 Tiefenbrunner – Merus Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige, Italy) 15 Unobtrusive bouquet, hints of pear and candied fruit. The strong harmonious structure emphasizes its dry full-bodied taste & round finish
Rich & Full-bodied
2019 Syrahmi – La Bise Marsanne/Roussane (Heathcote, VIC) 20 A creamy, rich, laden with pasty-textured nuttiness, vanilla licks and cinnamon spice. A great alternative to Chardonnay.
2019 Dm. Christophe & Fils Chardonnay (Chablis, France) 22 What a powerhouse, a chardonnay with high acidity, no oak, no creaminess. Lots of pink grapefruit, lime and body. 2017 Vasse Felix – Heytesbury Chardonnay (Margaret River, WA) 38 Grace and power, complex flavour, matchsticky, grapefruity, steeliness, pulp and creamy,…..just a fabulous wine.
2019 Tolpuddle Chardonnay (Coal River, TAS) 33 A marvellous wine of great delicacy allied to great intensity. The palate is precise and focused, seamless and harmonious- 100% malolactic
ROSE WINE (150ml)
2021 Brokenwood – Rosato (Hunter Valley, NSW) 15 Made from Nebbiolo, which has a floral element to its aroma of Turkish delight and rose water with zesty acidity.
2020 Domaine Tempier (Bandol, France) 22 An intense fruit and floral nose make this an attractive rosé. The palate is rounded and full with fruity aromas of peach and pomegranate, followed by delicate spice notes and a pleasant freshness created by acidic balance.
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ORANGE WINE (150ml)
2016 Castagna – Harlequin (Beechworth, VIC) 20 White made like a red, step out of your comfort zone, spent 30 days on skins, to extract phenolics & tannins. SERVED CELLAR TEMPERATURE.
RED WINES (150ml)
Light & Elegant
2018 Grange Cochard Morgon Gamay Noir (Beaujolais, France) 20 A wine which grape juice nerds love. Elegant and funky at the same time, works well with food.
2013 Domaine Faiveley Gevrey-Chambertin Pinot Noir (Burgundy, France) 29 Wild unripe raspberries, died herbs and great acidity, a fine expression of Gevrey
2019 Pooley – Butchers Hill Pinot Noir (Coal River, TAS) 25 Ripe raspberry, rose, bay leaf and herbal nuance. Black earth shitake undertones. Black cherry, soy and ginger... Last word, DELICIOUS!
2015 Sangreal By Farr Pinot Noir (Geelong, VIC) 36 One of Oldest by Farr vineyards expressing some of the most perfumed, robust and yet refined pinot noirs in Australia- not to be missed
2019 Pietradolce – Etna Rosso Nerello Mascalese (Sicily, Italy) 20 100% Nerello Mascalese. The red fruits here are crunchy and refreshing with floral, tobacco and minerally notes, the palate fine and elegant.
Something in Between
2014 Marcarini – Brunate Barolo Nebbiolo (Piedmont, Italiy) 45 Spice, natural rubber, asphalt, tar, root beer. A “grand cru” of Barolo and undoubtedly a producer who over-delivers for the money
2017 Rockford – Moppa Springs Grenache Blend (Barossa Valley, SA) 17 A fine example of southern rhone blend with aussie magic. Medium bodied, lots of dark fruit, needs some air at this point to highlight….
2018 Isole E Olena Chianti Classico Sangiovese (Tuscany, Italy) 21 A spicy, pure expression of Sangiovese and an authentic chianti classico. Morello dark cherry, fragrant floral aromas of violet, freshly cut herbs.
2019 Wirra Wirra – Woodhenge Shiraz (McLaren Vale, SA) 18 Deep crimson with a vibrant purple edge. Blackberry, plum and dark chocolate, spiced with star anise and fresh cedar.
2012 Dm. E. Guigal – Vignes de L’Hospice Saint-Joseph (Northern Rhone, France) 44 Dark licorice and warm ganache notes, melding wonderfully with the core of blackberry and confiture flavours. Dried tobacco and cured meat.
Powerful and Structured
2006 Kilikanoon – Oracle Shiraz (Clare Valley, SA) 40 Nose filled with plums, violets, olive and coffee. On the palate the wine is smooth and structured. Good balance between power and elegance.
2012 Rockford – Basket Press Shiraz (Barossa Valley, SA) 49 Big, ripe, range and solid, with smoky, meaty black cherry and coffee flavours, dried mint notes
2017 Standish – The Relic Shiraz | Viognier (Barossa Valley, SA) 40 Grilled meat, lavender, blueberry and blackberry, dark spices and vanilla. Full bodied, thick with sheets of dense, compact tannins. 2018 Yalumba – Cigar Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra, SA) 17 Big and juicy Aussie Cab, touch of dried mint leaves on the nose. Easy and uncomplicated.
2008 Domaine A Cabernet | Merlot Blend (Coal River, TAS) 38 This wine is more Bordeaux that it ever will be Australian. Refined and bold tannins with black cassis and a touch dark chocolate.
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375ml CHAMPAGNE, WHITE & ROSE (half bottles)
Champagne NV Pol Roger – Brut Reserve (Epernay) 82 NV Ruinart – Blanc de Blancs (Reims, France) 115 NV Paul Bara – Rose Grand Cru (Bouzy, France) 105
Riesling
2017 Jim Barry – The Florita Clare Valley, SA) 48 2010 Trimbach – Cuvee Frederic Emile (Alsace, France) 93 2015 Egon Muller – Scharzhofberger Kabinett (Mosel, Germany) 120
Sauvignon Blanc 2019 Pascal Jolivet Sancerre (Loire Valley, France) 50
Chardonnay 2018 William Fevre – Vaillons 1er Cru Chablis (Burgundy, France) 88 2018 Kooyong – Estate (Mornington Peninsula, VIC) 46 2020 Pooley – Cooinda Vale (Coal River, TAS) 72 2019 Shaw Smith – M3 (Adelaide Hills, SA) 55
Interesting White Varietals 2019 Brokenwood Semillon (Hunter Valley, NSW) 29 2013 Trimbach Gewürtztraminer (Alsace, France) 59 2016 Trimbach – Reserve Pinot Gris (Alsace, France) 47 2007 Baumard – Clos St Yves, Savennieres Chenin Blanc (Loire Valley, France) 59
Rose Wine 2020 Domaine Tempier (Bandol, France) 65
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375ml RED (half bottles)
Pinot Noir 2019 Kooyong – Estate (Mornington Peninsula, VIC) 46 2020 Pooley – Cooinda Vale (Coal River, TAS) 72 2018 Ata Rangi (Martinborough, NZ) 89 2016 Valli – Gibbston Vineyard (Central Otago, NZ) 65 2019 Collotte – Les Grasses Tetes Marsannay (Burgundy, France) 70 2016 Faiveley – Les Cazetiers Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru (Burgundy, France) 155 2017 David Duband – Clos Sorbe Morey-St.-Denis 1er Cru (Burgundy, France) 115 2017 David Duband Vosne-Romanee (Burgundy, France) 110 2018 David Duband Nuits-St-Georges (Burgundy, France) 110
Nebbiolo 2013 Marcarini – Brunate Barolo (Piedmont, Italy) 120 2015 Paolo Scavino Barolo (Piedmont, Italy) 88 2017 Prunotto – Occhetti Langhe (Piedmont, Italy) 52
Grenache & Blends 2016 Chateau Mont-Redon Châteauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 80 2016 Vieux Telegraphe – La Crau Châteauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 135
Sangiovese 2012 Tenuta Tignanello (Tuscany, Italy) 135 2010 Conti Costanti Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Italy) 135
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375ml RED (half bottles) continued
Shiraz | Syrah & Blends 2012 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 120 2010 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 149 2017 Jim Barry – McRae Wood (Clare Valley, SA) 50 2017 Brokenwood (Hunter Valley, NSW) 38 2012 Yves Cuilleron – Bassenon Cote-Rotie (Northern Rhone, France) 99 2016 Rene Rostaing – Ampodium Cote-Rotie (Northern Rhone, France) 145
Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot Blends 2015 Rockford – Rifle Range (Barossa Valley, SA) 64 2010 Rockford – Rifle Range (Barossa Valley, SA) 78 2015 Chateau Kirwan Margaux (GCC) (Bordeaux, France) 130 2010 Chateau Prieure-Lichine Margaux (4th Growth) (Bordeaux, France) 140 2016 Chateau Teyssier St.Emilion (Bordeaux, France) 48 2011 Chateau Musar (Bekka Valley, Lebanon) 89
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MAGNUM 1500ml
Champagne NV Laherte Freres – Blanc de Blancs (Chavot, France) 325 NV Ruinart – Blanc de Blancs (Reims, France) 440
White Wine 2015 Dr. Loosen – Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett (Mosel, Germany) 178 2017 Castagna – Quasibianco Riesling (Beechworth, VIC) 140 2018 Mewstone Chardonnay (Flowerpot, Tasmania) 235 2017 Christian Moreau – Les Clos Hospices GC Chardonnay (Chablis, France) 589
Red Wine 2018 Mewstone – Top Block Pinot Noir (Flowerpot, Tasmania) 350 2010 Conterno Fantino – Sori Ginestra Barolo Nebbiolo (Piedmont, Italy) 495 2013 Paolo Scavino – Carobric Barolo Nebbiolo (Piedmont, Italy) 600 2019 JC Own’s – Ferrine Grenache (Barossa Valley, SA) 165 2013 Mont Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Grenache Blend (Southern Rhone, France) 340 1993 Mont Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Grenache Blend (Southern Rhone, France) 725 2016 Domaine Tempier – Classique Mouvredre (Bandol, France) 340 2012 Rockford – Basket Press Shiraz (Barossa Valley, SA) 625 2006 Kilikanoon – Oracle Shiraz (Clare Valley, SA) 395 2018 Alain Verset Cornas Syrah (Northern Rhone, France) 345 2012 Rockford – Home Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley, SA) 220 2000 Rockford – Home Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley, SA) 308 1999 Rockford – Home Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley, SA) 295 1998 Rockford – Home Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley, SA) 310
2007 Cullen – Diane Madeline Cabernet Blend (Margaret River, WA) 440
2005 Chateau Montrose St. Estephe Cabernet Blend (Bordeaux, France) 1000
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CHAMPAGNE The Little Growers “Made by the same hands that raised the grapes – and for this reason grower champagne have become the
ultimate expression of excitement for champagne lovers all around the world”
The grower champagne movement has been the most profound transformation in the champagne landscape of the last 50 years. Traditionally, Champagne’s 15.800 growers took responsibility only for growing the grapes, while the production and sale of the region’s wines were the Grande Marquee (negociant houses) and co- operatives. Grower champagnes are typically smaller in production than big houses, often capturing the expression of a group of villages or even single village/vineyard. Disgorgement
NV Egly-Ouriet – Les Premices 10/20 (Ambonnay) 225 NV Egly-Ouriet – Brut Tradition Grand Cru 07/18 (Ambonnay) 300 2011 Egly-Ouriet – Millesime Grand Cru 10/20 (Ambonnay) 825 NV Agrapart – 7 Crus 08/20 (Avize) 220
Blanc de Blancs
NV Suenen – Oiry Grand Cru 11/20 (Oiry) 285 2014 Suenen – Les Mont-Aigu Grand Cru 01/21 (Oiry) 700 NV Suenen – C+C Grand Cru 11/20 (Cramant) 355 NV Agrapart – Terriors Grand Cru 08/20 (Avize) 195 NV Larmandier-Bernier – Longitude Premier Cru 11/19 (Vertus) 240 NV Vouette & Sorbee – Textures 09/19 (Buxieres-sur-Acre) 435
Blanc de Noirs
NV Egly-Ouriet – Les Vignes de Vrigny Premier Cru 10/20 (Ambonnay) 300 NV Egly-Ouriet – Les Crayeres VV Grand Cru 10/20 (Ambonnay) 900 NV Vouette & Sorbee – Fidele 10/19 (Buxieres-sur-Acre) 275
Rose
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CHAMPAGNE The Grande Marques
The term Grande Marques/Grande Maison commonly refers to the great and famous merchant houses in Champagne. It is not in any way an official classification, but self-appointed. It was not necessarily an indication of the quality of their products. Still these houses were global players and pushed the region to new heights. One thing we can agree on is the consistent quality of their NV (non-vintage) cuvee’s.
Non-Vintage Disgorgement
NV Jacquesson – Cuvee No.741 02/18 (Dizy, France) 160 NV Pol Roger – Brut Reserve (Epernay, France) 145 NV ARMAND de BRIGNAC – Ace of Spades (Rilly-la-Montagne, France) 640 MV Krug – Grande Cuvee 163 11/15 (Reims, France) 389 NV Ruinart Blanc de Blancs (Reims, France) 210 NV Ruinart Rose (Reims, France) 210
Vintage
2004 Krug 07|16 (Reims, France) 500 2006 Laurent Perrier (Reims, France) 179 2009 Dom Perignon (Hautvillers, France) 340 2006 Dom Perignon (Hautvillers, France) 386
SPARKLING WINE Disgorgement
Rockford Sparkling Black Shiraz 2017 (Barossa, SA) 160 Rockford Sparkling Black Shiraz 2012 (Barossa, SA) 195 Rockford Sparkling Black Shiraz 2010 (Barossa, SA) 215 Rockford Sparkling Black Shiraz 2003 (Barossa, SA) 250
2017 Jansz – Vintage Cuvee (Pipers River, TAS) 85
NV Deviation Road – Altair Rose (Adelaide Hills, SA) 79
2013 Deviation Road – Beltana Blanc de Blancs (Adelaide Hills, SA) 190
2018 Dm. Francois Mikulski Cremant de Bourgogne (Burgundy, France) 85
NV La Riva Dei Frati Prosecco (Veneto, Italy) 49
NV Enrico Gatti Franciacorta (Lombardy, Italy) 89
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RIESLING Australia As the illustrious Jancis Robinson has proposed – Riesling could be viewed as “the finest white variety in the world” on the basis of its longevity and ability to clearly express terroir. Not a big call at all ……………..and one we passionately concur with. Enough said. 2019 Rockford (Eden Valley, SA) 72 Light straw-green; tight, fine lime and apple blossom aromas, moving into slate and mineral on the palate; long and fine finish
2010 Rockford (Eden Valley, SA) 99 2009 Rockford (Eden Valley, SA) 102 2008 Rockford – Vine Vale (Barossa Valley, SA) 105 2003 Rockford (Eden Valley, SA) 108 2015 Pewsey Vale – The Contours (Eden Valley, SA) 94 Produced from old vines farmed on the coolest slope, intense lemon fruit aroma, clove oil and lemongrass.
2019 Crawford River (Henty, VIC) 99 Punchy and so alive. Lime, slate and spice flavours but it's the palate intensity and power that makes this riesling world class…
2011 Crawford River (Henty, VIC) 125 2008 Crawford River – Reserve (Henty, VIC) 160 Aromas of lime blossom and nashi pear, followed by floral notes and more luscious cashew and brioche undertones. textured palate, extremely long on the finish.
2020 Pooley (Coal River, Tasmania) 78 2020 Hughes & Hughes – Barrel Fermented (Flowerpot, TAS) 86 A wolf in sheep’s clothing. Almost orange, with 24hrs skin contact. Still displaying tradional Riesling aromatics, but with a layer of savoury.
2018 Dukes Magpie Hill – Reserve (Porongurup,WA) 99 Granny Smith apple, light talc and mineral elements. Dry mouth watering finish. Superb length and persistence with fresh lime, citrus.
Riesling New Zealand
Riesling France
2016 Kientzler – Osterberg Grand Cru (Ribeauville, Alsace) 120 Floral, Light, dry, and excellent acidity, all without being too lean or austere. Very much in the house style…
2012 Trimbach – Cuvee Frederic Emile (Ribeauville, Alsace) 164 2010 Trimbach – Cuvee Frederic Emile (Ribeauville, Alsace) 178 2007 Trimbach – Cuvee Frederic Emile (Ribeauville, Alsace) 195 Citrus zest, fruit pit, huckleberry, and white pepper- juicy lime, tangerine, and kiwi. Crushed stone and mineral depth to an invigoratingly and tenaciously lingering finish
2011 Trimbach – Geisberg Grand Cru (Ribeauville, Alsace) 165 Only the second release of Geisberg from Trimbach, one of the smallest Grand Cru plots, bone dry with intense minerality.
2019 Dm. Weinbach – Cuvee Theo (Kayersberg, Alsace) 199 Cuvee Theo comes exclusively from the monopole “Le Clos des Capucins” on the base of Schlossberg hill. Touch residual sweetness.
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Dry, Crisp & Mineral
2015 Hofgut Falkenstein – Krettnacher Altenberg Spätlese trocken (Mosel) 99 Based on gray slate and quartz, bracing acidity with hint of sweetness. Pink Lady apple with lemon, lime and a mineral finish.
2018 Fritz Haag – Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Grosses Gewächs (Mosel) 155 Very fine, flinty, delicate and precise. Discreet tropical fruit aromas, a giant in the making.
2018 Peter Lauer – Fass 17 Neuenburg Grosses Gewächs (Mosel) 210 Mineral, dense, fruit, and with infinite length on the palate. A great dry-tasting with a lot of aging potential.
2016 Dr Bürklin Wolf – Goldbachel Erste Lage (Pfalz) 132 Restrained and a little unsettled, but with an early promise of fine herbal and mineral aromas. The palate manages to impress already with concentrated stone fruit, a gentle rather than compact mineral contribution and invigorating acidity. 2019 Wittmann – Westhofener Erste Lage (Rheinhessen) 139 Maybe one of the best “village” Riesling made by Philipp Wittmann. Dry and elegant with lots of stone fruit and waxiness.
2017 Wittmann – Aulerde Grosses Gewächs (Rheinhessen) 225 A great entry to the world of GG’s in Germany. Yellow fruits, almost overripe pineapple with dashes of lemon juice.
Sweet & Luscious aka Lemonade For Grown-Ups
2013 Egon Muller – Scharzhof (Saar) 175 Acidity and residual sugar in harmony- lovely hint of green apple, herb, hint of white peach and honeysuckle. Divine!
2018 Fritz Haag – Brauneberger Juffer Kabinett (Mosel) 99 Lovely peach, herb and floral aromas combined with a refreshing and precise combination of acid and sugar…wow!
2019 Julian Haart – Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett (Mosel) 160 2019 Julian Haart – Wintricher Ohligsberg Alte Reben Kabinett (Mosel) 175 Julian is one of the new rock stars of the Mosel …he spent the last few years with Klaus-Peter Keller, Reinhard Löwenstein und legendary Egon Müller. His wines are slighty funky from the wild ferment, with aeration this blows off quickly and reveals aromas of yellow grapefruit, lemon curd and licorice.
2015 Dr. Loosen – Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett (Mosel) 1500ml 178 2019 Joh. Jos. Prüm – Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett (Mosel) 179 2019 Joh. Jos. Prüm – Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese (Mosel) 190 2019 Joh. Jos. Prüm – Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett (Mosel) 210 2018 Joh. Jos. Prüm – Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett (Mosel) 199 2019 Joh. Jos. Prüm – Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese (Mosel) 235 2018 Joh. Jos. Prüm – Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese (Mosel) 220 Katharina Prüm …wow, One of the top producers in Mosel.- Lemon Meringue in a glass, caramelized granny smith apple, herbaceous hints with blue slate influence 2018 Joh. Jos. Prüm – Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett (Mosel) 189 Similar structure like the Spätlese, not as concentrated and sweetish.
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SEMILLON Outstanding character – zesty and crispy in youth and then toasty, nutty and honeyed with such endless cellaring potential. And nice and light on the alcohol side too…such a smooth operator is Semillon 2014 Brokenwood – ILR (Hunter Valley, NSW) 179 2011 Brokenwood – ILR (Hunter Valley, NSW) 195 Beautiful colour, citrus and some florals.. Beeswax and then 'toast'. Quite often a 'restrained' palate but plenty of citrus pith and perfect acidity.
2013 Brokenwood – Oakey Creek (Hunter Valley, NSW) 117 A cheek-sucking stoniness, great length and always nice to have some age on Hunter Semillon.
2019 Rockford – Local Growers (Barossa Valley, SA) 78
2012 Rockford – Local Growers (Barossa Valley, SA) 94 Golden colour, toasted and buttery citrus, touch of smokiness, deep and textured
SAUVIGNON BLANC Sancerre is the home of this very popular varietal. New Zealand has created some very popular demand and the combined effort appears to be pleasing many palates. We should all explore the complex and intriguing Sancerres produced by some leading producers whilst appreciating that NZ’s style and conviction has certainly made us take notice…..there is no such thing as bad publicity! 2019 Ata Rangi (Martinborough, NZ) 78 On the nose green grassy aromas dominate, ginger and lemongrass on the palate. The flinty notes are extracted through barrel fermentation.
2020 Saint Clair (Marlborough, NZ) 54 Passionfruit with a floral lift- rich palate with passionfruit and a salty minerality. This wine has a silky luscious texture with a long finish
2018 Dm. Didier Dagueneau – Blanc (Pouilly Fume, France) 475 The “entrée level” of Dageuneau wines will beat almost any other Sauvignon Blanc made on our planet.
2018 Dm. Didier Dagueneau – Silex (Pouilly Fume, France) 745 His wines smelled not of Sauvignon Blanc, but of Spring. Louis-Benjamin would made his father proud, a pure majestic wine.
2019 Domaine de Ladoucette – Comte Lafond (Sancerre, France) 98 Delicate floral notes followed by powerful mineral aromas- elegant bouquet, complex and typical of the richness of this great terroir
2018 Vincent Pinard – Le Chateau (Sancerre, France) 175 One of the top, if not “the top” producer in Sancerre with some of the best vineyard sites, Vincent Pinard is dedicated to his craft 2008 Pascal Cotat – Mont Dames (Sancerre, France) 245 2011 Francois Cotat – Mont Dames (Sancerre, France) 210 2011 Francois Cotat – Culs de Beaujeu (Sancerre, France) 220 2012 Francois Cotat – Caillottes (Sancerre, France) 165 Possibly one of the greatest producers within Sancerre if not France. The wines truly flourish and express themselves after a few years in the bottle- for those who display patience the reward is mind blowing. No filteration, no fining for this Sancerre expression like no other……
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CHENIN BLANC
Crisp & Mineral
2018 Thibaud Boudignon – Clos de Fremine Savennieres (Loire Valley, France) 199 All his wines are produced after organic and biodynamic principles, leading to a luscious white with well-balanced acidity.
2018 Thibaud Boudignon – A Francoise Anjou (Loire Valley, France) 180 This single vineyard from 37year old vines on grey-schist made by one of Lorie’s superstars. Needs time to open up.
2018 Thibaud Boudignon Anjou (Loire Valley, France) 120 This is always Thibaud most approachable wine when you. A pure fun expression with lots of orchard fruit and freshness.
2019 Arnaud Lambert – Clos de Midi Saumur (Loire Valley, France) 89 Ripe citrus, almond meal, lemon balm flinty minerality with great texture. Great entrée level Chenin from Arnaud.
2019 Dm. Guiberteau Saumur (Loire Valley, France) 110 Layers of ripe nectarine and lemon sherbet fruit, a fleshy, open knit texture and a twist of powdery extract on the tonic finish.
2017 Dm. Guiberteau – Breze Saumur (Loire Valley, France) 325 Made from 50-70year old vines from a 2ha plot inside of Breze, which makes a dry Chenin in a punk rock violence. The best of the best.
2018 Francois Chidaine – Argiles (Vouvray / VDF) (Loire Valley, France) 170 Technically a Vin de France, made 100% in Vouvray but aged in Montlouis Sur Loire. Dry, chalky and savoury style of Chenin.
2019 Marc Bredif – Classic Vouvray (Loire Valley, France) 69 A great introduction into Loire Chenin, refreshing and lovely all-rounder.
Rich & Fruit Driven
2019 Rusden – Christian (Barossa Valley, Australia) 62 Lots of creaminess with rich apricots and yellow peaches. Easy drinking.
2019 Millton – Te Arai (Gisborne, New Zealand) 74 On the nose and palate lots of bush honey, quince and ripe bouche pear with a long finish and medium viscosity.
2019 Clos De St Anne – La Bas (Gisborne, New Zealand) 139 A single vineyard Chenin made by James Millton, Intensive honey, pears and bees wax and quince paste. A richer big-bodied style.
2019 Dm. de Belliviere – L’Effraie Coteaux du Loir (Loire Valley, France) 150 Off-dry style of Chenin with 21g/l RS, from a cooler vintage. Think about German Kabinett Riesling but more focused on stone fruits.
2019 Dm. de Belliviere – Calligramme Jasnieres (Loire Valley, France) 230 With 55-75 years vine-age, super structed. One of the top Chenin’s in the Loire.
2019 Dm. de Belliviere – Premices Jasnieres (Loire Valley, France) 115 This is the most fruit forward style made by Belliviere, drink and enjoy young.
2018 Francois Chidaine – Clos Habert Montlouis Sur Loire (Loire Valley, France) 195 A small 3ha single vineyard, which gives a great example of semi-dry style of Chenin with 10g residual sugar.
1991 Marc Bredif – Museum Release Vouvray (Loire Valley, France) 164 This belies its age, with lovely mid green colour, fragrance of stewed apples-sweet apple flavours, with a backbone of nicely balanced acidity.
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PINOT GRIS & GRIGIO 2020 Pooley Pinot Grigio (Coal River, TAS) 75 Aroma of nashi pear, spice, persimmon. Great texture on the palate with a firm acidity. 2016 Dry River Pinot Gris (Martinborough, NZ) 115 Liquid peach and nectarine marmalade, the high viscosity gives the wines an incredible richness, one of the best examples of Alsatian Pinot Gris outside of France.
2018 Hugel – Classic Pinot Gris (Alsace, France) 79 Expressive aromas of peach and spring flowers. Concentrated and ripe but moderate complexity and depth.
2020 Tiefenbrunner – Merus Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige, Italy) 62 Light yellow to sandy-coloured, hints of pear. The strong harmonious structure emphasizes it is a dry full-bodied Grigio.
ORANGE (Skin contact)
2016 Castagna – Harlequin (Beechworth, VIC) 97 A blend of mainly Chardonnay, Savignin, Roussane, Viognier and Riesling, with 30 days on skins.
2017 Castagna – Quasibianco (Magnum | 1500ml) (Beechworth, VIC) 140 A funky white made out of 100% Riesling, lots of texture with 28 days on skin. Great mid-palate weight, has to warm up in the glass.
ROSE 2021 Brokenwood – Rosato (Hunter Valley, NSW) 59 Made from Nebbiolo, which has a floral element to its aroma of Turkish delight and rose water with zesty acidity.
2020 Rockford – Alicante Bouschet (Barossa Valley, SA) 49 Bright Cherry and Strawberry - sweetness on the palate, yet refreshing and crisp. Perfect for a summer afternoon
2019 San Giusto a Rentennano – Fuori Misura (Tuscany, Italy) 69 A deeply-colored Rose made of Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Merlot, which is made for red wine drinkers, who prefer a more chilled version.
2019 Ete – D’Elodie (Provence, France) 55 Gourmet aromas of red fruits, with a background of vegetal notes. A gourmet and refreshing rosé whose tone will brighten up your picnic and summer barbecue 2020 Domaine Tempier (Bandol, France) 119 The presence of Mourvedre gives this wine its strong character, balance and complexity. An intense fruit and floral nose make this an attractive rosé. The palate is rounded and full with fruity aromas of peach and pomegranate, followed by delicate spice notes and a pleasant freshness created by acidic balance.
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Crisp & Mineral
2019 De la Pepiere – Clos de Briords Melon de Bourgogne (Loire Valley, France) 78 Old-vine cuvee -this is my kind of Muscadet- textbook with everything you would expect, lemon, apple and great salinity.
2020 Prager – Hinter der Burg Federspiel Gruner Veltliner (Wachau, Austria) 134 This is a delightfully powerful Grüner, all grapefruit, lime and spices, with a soaring mineral backbone
Fruit Driven
2017 Bernhard Ott – Fass 4 Gruner Veltliner (Wagram, Austria) 74 "Fass 4", a Cuvée featuring the fruits from the top Feuersbrunn sites is a multi-layered wine of fantastic drinking pleasure from a top producer.
2018 Prunotto Roero Arneis (Piemonte, Italy) 59 Straw yellow in colour with golden reflections, intense and elegant aromas of white flowers, citrus fruit, white peach.
2018 Pra – Monte Grande Soave Classico Garganega|Trebbiano (Veneto, Italy) 74 Aromas are of golden apples and peaches-lightly spiced with notes of lightly dried lavender and medicinal herbs.
2019 Ciro Picariello Greco di Tufo (Campania, Italy) 98 Pale straw in colour, there are hints of green apple, apricot and a salinity finishing with a fresh palate minerally with crisp acidity.
2019 Ciro Picariello Fiano (Campania, Italy) 98 This wine has a straw-yellow colour with hints of green. Fruity nuances melt with a floral bouquet.
Rich & Full-bodied
2020 Dm. Collotte Aligoté (Burgundy, France) 75 Whole-bunch pressed and fermented in stainless steel, to produce a wine of delicious flavour and volume, finishing with that bright acidity. 2018 Dm. Marquis D’Angerville Aligoté (Burgundy, France) 136 Refreshing and bright, notes of green apple, honeysuckle, lemon skin, and wet rocks. Lots of punch on the finish line.
2019 Pierre Yves-Colin-Morey Aligoté (Burgundy, France) 109 A full-bodied white with lots of citrus tart on nose, still high acids on the mid-palate.
2019 Dm. Weinbach Auxerrois/Pinot Blanc (Alsace, France) 140 A blend of 70% Auxerrois and 30% Pinot Blanc, whole-bunch pressed to give texture and mid-palate weight. Complex and only 1 bottle here.
2019 Syrahmi – La Bise Marsanne/Roussane (Heathcote, VIC) 90 A creamy, rich, laden with pasty-textured nuttiness, vanilla licks and cinnamon spice. A great alternative to Chardonnay.
2018 J.L. Chave – Sybelle Crozes-Hermitage Marsanne (Northern Rhone, France) 128 Almond and floral aroma, fresh nectarine, salted butter, verbena and mineral notes-long elegant finish
2019 Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-pape Grenache Blanc Blend (Southern Rhone, France) 270 A classic example for a Rhone Valley white, the beauty and beast combined in a bottle.
2007 Ch. Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-pape Grenache Blanc Blend (Southern Rhone, France) 150 5 months on lees, big, powerful white. A must try for Chardonnay lovers, and curious about the unusual.
2010 Ch. Rayas Chateauneuf-du-pape Grenache blanc Blend (Southern Rhone, France) 1500 A unicorn from Chateauneuf du Pape, a full-bodied white which can handle almost all proteins. Lots of texture and mid-palate weight.
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CHARDONNAY Australia 2019 Lake’s Folly (Hunter Valley, NSW) 190 An iconic wine of an iconic Hunter winery. Lots of oak, tropical fruits and creaminess. Needs time to open up.
2019 Apsley Gorge (Bicheno, TAS) 125 On the nose fresh gunpowder and matchstick, reductive for the first couple of minutes. Great white burgundy stylistic made in the most southern wine region of Australia.
2019 Holyman (Tamar Valley, TAS) 110 A hint of struck match and white grapefruit on the nose. The palate is lean and refreshing, touch of oak (500l puncheons) and toasted almond on the back. Elegant and uncomplicated.
2018 Pooley – Cooinda Vale (Coal River, TAS) 119 Always a flavoursome, fuller-bodied chardonnay with stone fruit, figs and leesy, creamy notes. Yet it keeps a well-formed frame with bright acidity helping.
2019 Tolpuddle (Coal River, TAS) 145 A marvellous wine of great delicacy allied to great intensity. Creamy yeast lees aromas; fine, subtle citrus fruit scents. The palate is precise and focused, seamless and harmonious- 100% malolactic
2017 By Farr – Estate (Geelong, VIC) 129 2017 By Farr – Cote Vineyard GC (Geelong, VIC) 175 The wine has an amazing smoothness and calmness that stretches the length of the palate, surrounded with textured fruit and mineral elements…
2017 Bindi – Kostas Rind (Macedon Ranges, VIC) 220 An intense, mineral wine fully ripe but lean, taught and intense with savoury, creamy elements. Fragrant notes of orange blossom, nectarine stone, spice and subtle nuttiness are usual with a vibrant, tight, long palate highlighted by clean acidity, wonderful texture and fine length
2017 Bindi – Quartz (Macedon Ranges, VIC) 290 At the upper end of the Chardonnay planting, where the quartz incidence in the soil is the greatest the fruit has extra complexity, finesse and intensity. This wine comes exclusively from this soil. This area is approximately half one hectare in size. The characteristics are similar in the Quartz Chardonnay to the Kostas Rind Chardonnay but all aspects are amplified here yet remain in complete harmony.
2018 Yeringberg (Yarra Valley, VIC) 130 Nose is cool, crisp and full of nectarine, white peach and delicate buttery, hazelnuts flavour.
2018 Forest Hill – Block 8 (Mount Barker, WA) 88 Bright straw. Complex array of fresh stone fruit, and wax notes with hints of flint. White nectarine, citrus and almond flavours persist on the palate. A powerful mineral finish driven by natural acidity
2017 Leeuwin Estate – Art Series (Margaret River, WA) 195 2014 Leeuwin Estate – Art Series (Margaret River, WA) 230 2012 Leeuwin Estate – Art Series (Margaret River, WA) 249 2010 Leeuwin Estate – Art Series (Margaret River, WA) 280 Margaret River if not Australia’s benchmark for Chardonnay- enough said!
2018 Vasse Felix – Heytesbury (Margaret River, WA) 165 2017 Vasse Felix – Heytesbury (Margaret River, WA) 175 2016 Vasse Felix – Heytesbury (Margaret River, WA) 185 2015 Vasse Felix – Heytesbury (Margaret River, WA) 195 Grace and power, complex flavour, matchsticky, grapefruity, steeliness, pulp and creamy,…..just a fabulous wine.
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CHARDONNAY New Zealand 2017 Dry River (Martinborough) 125 A crispy green hue encapsulates the golden core of this vibrant wine- typical flavours of citrus, white nectarine and hazelnuts are all there
2019 Felton Road – Bannockburn (Central Otago) 119 Delicate citrus flowers, jasmine followed by hints of peach- creamy stone fruit and citrus, mouth-filling and generous, but always with nervous tension, then tightening to a stony and saline finish.
CHARDONNAY USA
2019 Presqu’ile (Santa Maria, California) 98 This bright and refreshing is loaded with flavours of Meyer lemon, citrus peel, crushed white flowers, and saline.
CHARDONNAY France
Origin- it’s so relevant, particularly in this instance. I recall reading this commentary many years ago whilst travelling: “Wine made from the Chardonnay grape is far and away the most popular wine in the world, enjoyed by novice and sophisticated connoisseur alike. It won't be a cheap journey but I guarantee that you will never think about wine the same way again.”- Nick Passmore
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Jura
2018 Dm. Francois Rousset-Martin – La Chaux (Nevy-sur-Seille, Jura) 210 Named after one of the plots in Château Calon, lime stone soils gives it more finess and elegance.
2018 Dm. Francois Rousset-Martin – Gravieres (Nevy-sur-Seille, Jura) 210 One of Francois old vines with classic Jurassic gravel and marne soils. Super fresh, mouthwatering acidity and long finish.
2018 Dm. Francois Rousset-Martin – Terres Blanche (Nevy-sur-Seille, Jura) 210 Grapes grown near Lavigny, with chalky soils. Super nervy tense almost Chablis style Chardonnay. Built for age decades under great conditions.
2017 Dm. Jean-Francois Ganevet – Les Survivants (Rotalier, Jura) 489 Blended from different parcels, thanks to spring frost, small crops, 3 years in demi-muds. Needs time to breathe.
2016 Dm. Jean-Francois Ganevet – Les Chamois du Paradis (Rotalier, Jura) 550 Single-vineyard, candied lemon, honey blossom, potent minerality.
2016 Dm. Jean-Francois Ganevet – Grusse En Billat (Rotalier, Jura) 550 A benchmark of Jura chardonnay, can age for 40+ years.
2012 Dm. Jean-Francois Ganevet – Les Devoiles blanc (Rotalier, Jura) 615 Dried figs and honey leading to a palate of fleshy citrus. Lees aging on a whole new level.
2018 Anne & Jean-Francois Ganevat – La Graviere (Rotalier, Jura) 245 2018 Anne & Jean-Francois Ganevat – Arces (Rotalier, Jura) 255
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CHARDONNAY France
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Chablis 2020 Dm. Christian Moreau Petit Chablis (Chablis) 99 2018 Dm. Billaud-Simon (Chablis) 132 2019 Dm. Christophe & Fils (Chablis) 96 2018 Dm. Moreau-Naudet (Chablis) 129 2018 Dm. Billaud-Simon – Vaillons 1er Cru (Chablis) 180 2018 Dm. Moreau-Naudet – Mont Mains 1er Cru (Chablis) 189 2018 Dm. Christophe & Fils – Mont de Milieu 1er Cru (Chablis) 140 2018 Dm. William Fevre – Montee de Tonnerre 1er Cru (Chablis) 160 2014 Dm. William Fevre – Montee de Tonnerre 1er Cru (Chablis) 210 2011 Dm. William Fevre – Vaulorent 1er Cru (Chablis) 158 2019 Dm. Christophe & Fils – Blanchot Grand Cru (Chablis) 245 2010 Dm. William Fevre – Les Preuses Grand Cru (Chablis) 240 2018 Dm. Christian Moreau – Valmur Grand Cru (Chablis) 260
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CHARDONNAY France
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Cote D’Or
2018 Dm. Bachelet-Monnot Bourgogne Blanc 89 2019 Dm. Jean-Louis Chavy Bourgogne Blanc 99 2014 Dm. Leflaive Bourgogne Blanc 145 2018 Dm. Bernard Moreau Bourgogne Blanc 109 2018 Dm. Francois Mikulski Bourgogne Blanc 125 2012 Dm. Roulot Bourgogne Blanc 210 2016 Meo Camuzet – Clos Saint Philibert Hautes-Cotes de Nuits blanc 140 2011 Dm. Bonneau du Martray Grand Cru (Corton-Charlemagne) 680 2012 Dm. Faiveley – Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru (Corton-Charlemagne) 690 2012 Dm. Rollin – Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru (Corton-Charlemagne) 379 2015 Dm. Francois Mikulski (Meursault) 245 2013 Dm. Francois Mikulski – Meix Chavaux (Meursault) 295 2011 Dm. Roulot (Meursault) 500 2012 Dm. Comtes Lafon – Clos de la Barre (Meursault) 540 2015 Pierre Yves-Colin-Morey – Les Narvaux (Meursault) 345 2009 Dm. Roulot – Luchets (Meursault) 600 2015 Pierre Yves-Colin-Morey – Poruzots 1er Cru (Meursault) 790 2011 Dm. Francois Mikulski – Genevrieres 1er Cru (Meursault) 490 2011 Dm. Roulot – Clos des Bouchères 1er Cru (Meursault) 815 2013 Dm. Francois Mikulski – Charmes 1er Cru (Meursault) 445
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CHARDONNAY France
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Cote D’Or
2015 Dm. Dujac – Les Combettes 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 310
2014 Dm. Dujac – Les Combettes 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 328
2015 Dm. Dujac – Les Folatieres 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 310
2014 Dm. Dujac – Les Folatieres 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 328
2012 Dm. Leflaive – Les Folatieres 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 390 2011 Dm. Leflaive – Les Folatieres 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 400 2010 Dm. Leflaive – Les Folatieres 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 440 2016 Dm. Jean Louis Chavy – Les Clavoillons 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 208 2011 Dm. Leflaive – Clavoillon 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 346
2013 Dm. Leflaive – Les Pucelles 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 790
2016 Dm. Jean Louis Chavy – Les Perrieres 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 225 2011 Dm. Etienne Sauzet – Les Perrieres 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 420 2011 Dm. Etienne Sauzet – La Garenne 1er Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 300 2013 Dm. Heitz Lochardet – Chevalier Montrachet Grand Cru (Puligny-Montrachet) 950 2017 Caroline Morey – Chambrees (Chassagne-Montrachet) 280 2017 Caroline Morey – Les Vergers 1er Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet) 375 2017 Pierre Yves-Colin-Morey – Les Baudines 1er Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet) 399 2014 Dm. Heitz Lochardet – La Maltroye 1er Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet) 210 2013 Dm. Ramonet – Morgeot 1er Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet) 280 2012 Dm. Ramonet – Morgeot 1er Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet) 290 2010 Dm. Ramonet – Morgeot 1er Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet) 330 2017 Caroline Morey – Les Cornieres (Santenay) 260 2019 Dm. Saumaize-Michelin – Clos Sur la Roche (Pouilly-Fuisse) 150
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PINOT NOIR France
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2018 Dm. Bachelet-Monnot (Bourgogne Rouge) 99
2016 Dm. Faiveley (Bourgogne Rouge) 87
2018 Dm. Thierry Glatenay (Bourgogne Rouge) 140
2013 Dm. Meo Camuzet (Bourgogne Rouge) 115
Cote de Nuits
2005 Dm. Bruno Clair – Les Grasses Tetes (Marsannay) 340
2012 Dm. Meo Camuzet (Fixin) 195 2011 Dm. Meo Camuzet (Fixin) 175 2009 Dm. Meo Camuzet (Fixin) 195
2013 Dm. Meo Camuzet – Clos Du Chapitre 1er Cru (Fixin) 190
2007 Dm. Meo Camuzet – Clos Du Chapitre 1er Cru (Fixin) 210
2011 Dujac Fils & Pere (Negoce) (Gevrey-Chambertin) 179
2013 Dm. Faiveley (Gevrey-Chambertin) 139
2013 Dm. Geantet-Pansiot (Gevrey-Chambertin) 179
2014 Dm. Harmand Geoffroy – Clos Prieur (Gevrey-Chambertin) 240
2009 Dm. Bruno Clair – Les Cazetiers 1er Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) 390
2006 Dm. Armand Rousseau – Clos St. Jacques 1er Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) 2289
2005 Dm. Duroche – Lavaux St. Jacques 1er Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) 245
2016 Dm. Harmand Geoffroy – Lavaux St. Jacques 1er Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) 390
2016 Dm. Harmand Geoffroy – La Perriere 1er Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) 335
2016 Dm. Faiveley – Clos de Issarts 1er Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) 245
2009 Dm. Faiveley – Les Cazetiers 1er Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) 340
2006 Dm. Armand Rousseau – Chambertin Grand Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) 3899
2009 Dm. Bruno Clair – Chambertin-Clos De Beze Grand Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) 945
2005 Dm. Duroche – Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) 480
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PINOT NOIR Burgundy, France If you require further assistance, Lou, Robert and Tom will show you the way into the magical rabbit hole.
Cote de Nuits 2015 Dm. des Lambrays (Morey-St-Denis) 350 2017 Dm. Ponsot – Cuvee des Grives (Morey-St-Denis) 295 2017 Dm. Ponsot – Cuvee des Alouettes 1er Cru (Morey-St-Denis) 750 2014 Dm. Dujac – Clos de La Roche Grand Cru (Morey-St-Denis) 875 1996 Dm. Dujac – Clos St. Denis Grand Cru (Morey-St-Denis) 1400 2010 Dm. Faiveley – Clos St. Denis Grand Cru (Morey-St-Denis) 650 2014 Dm. des Lambrays – Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru (Morey-St-Denis) 900 2005 Dm. Faiveley (Chambolle-Musigny) 150 2010 Dm. G. Roumier (Chambolle-Musigny) 775 2005 Dm. Comte Georges de Vogue – Musigny VV Grand Cru (Chambolle-Musigny) 2450 2006 Dm. de la Vougeraie – Bonnes Mares Grand Cru (Chambolle-Musigny) 850 2011 Dm. Dujac – Bonnes Mares Grand Cru (Chambolle-Musigny) 1100 1996 Dm. Dujac – Bonnes Mares Grand Cru (Chambolle-Musigny) 1900 2011 Dm. Meo Camuzet – Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru (Vougeot) 840 2005 Dm. Faiveley (Vosne-Romanee) 150 2009 Dm. Bruno Clair – Champ Perdrix (Vosne-Romanee) 360 2011 Dm. Dujac – Aux Malconsorts 1er Cru (Vosne-Romanee) 675 2010 Dm. A. & F. Gros – Richebourg Grand Cru (Vosne-Romanee) 1900 2011 Dm. de la Romanee Conti – Echezeaux Grand Cru (Vosne-Romanee) 3400 2014 Dm. Faiveley – Aux Chaignots (Nuits-Saint-Georges) 198 2014 Dm. Faiveley – Les Damodes 1er Cru (Nuits-Saint-Georges) 220 2011 Dm. Faiveley – Les Porets-Saint-Georges 1er Cru (Nuits-Saint-Georges) 375
2009 Dm. Comte Liger-Belair – Aux Cras 1er Cru (Nuits-Saint-Georges) 1950
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PINOT NOIR Burgundy, France If you require further assistance, Lou, Robert and Tom will show you the way into the magical rabbit hole.
Cote de Beaune 2009 Dm. Meo Camuzet – Corton-Les Perrieres Grand Cru (Aloxe-Corton) 840 2009 Dm. de la Romanee Conti – Corton Grand Cru (Aloxe-Corton) 2900 2009 Dm. Bruno Clair – La Dominode 1er Cru (Savigny-Les-Beaune) 340 2005 Chanson Pere & Fils – Epenots 1er Cru (Pommard) 165 2013 Dm. Jean-Marc Bouley – Les Fremiers 1er Cru (Pommard) 225 2011 Dm. Jean-Marc Bouley – Les Fremiers 1er Cru (Pommard) 238 2013 Dm. Jean-Marc Bouley – Les Rugiens 1er Cru (Pommard) 285 2011 Dm. Jean-Marc Bouley – Les Rugiens 1er Cru (Pommard) 235 2010 Dm. Jean-Marc Bouley – Les Rugiens 1er Cru (Pommard) 290 2013 Dm. Faiveley – Les Rugiens 1er Cru (Pommard) 198 2010 Dm. Jean-Marc Bouley – Les Carelles 1er Cru (Volnay) 260 2013 Dm. Jean-Marc Bouley – Clos de Chenes 1er Cru (Volnay) 225 2016 Dm. Marquis de Angerville – Champans 1er Cru (Volnay) 480 2011 Dm. Ramonet – Clos Saint Jean 1er Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet) 290 2010 Dm. Ramonet – Morgeot 1er Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet) 280 2009 Dm. Faiveley – Clos des Myglands 1er Cru (Mercury) 155 2015 Dm. Faiveley – Les Clos du Roy 1er Cru (Mercury) 122 2010 Dm. Faiveley – Les Clos du Roy 1er Cru (Mercury) 138 2011 Dm. Joblot – Clos Marole 1er Cru (Givry) 172
Jura 2019 Dm. Jean-Francois Ganevat – Les Grands Teppes (Rotalier, Jura) 399 From one of his younger vines, planted in 2006 on red marl, and spent one year in tronconic vats
2019 Dm. Jean-Francois Ganevat – Julien en Billat (Rotalier, Jura) 374 Blended from two cuvees together to gain more complexity, lush red berries, elegant from start to finish
2019 Anne & Jean-Francois Ganevat – Les Chonchons (Rotalier, Jura) 275
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PINOT NOIR AUSTRALIA 2018 Apsley Gorge (Bicheno, TAS) 125 2016 Apsley Gorge (Bicheno, TAS) 140 Great balance between Old and New World Pinot Noir, big and muscular, needs time breathe.
2016 Clarence House – Reserve (Coal River, TAS) 92 Bottle-age has built complexity, so that forest floor nuances are ing to the sweet, red cherry and cedary oak.
2019 Pooley – Butchers Hill (Coal River, TAS) 119 Ripe raspberry, rose, bay leaf and herbal nuance. Black earth shitake undertones. Black cherry, soy and ginger... Last word, DELICIOUS! 2018 Tolpuddle (Coal River, TAS) 150 Intensely aromatic, balanced with savoury spice notes from whole bunch fermentation, along with purity of varietal expression
2015 Sangreal By Farr (Geelong, VIC) 165 One of Oldest by Farr vineyards expressing some of the most perfumed, robust and yet refined pinot noirs in Australia- not to be missed
2015 Tout Pres By Farr (Geelong, VIC) 175 With every year that passes, the Tout Pres vineyard’s subtleness and delicate fruit structure are becoming increasingly pronounced in the wine.
2017 Bindi – Dixon (Macedon Ranges, VIC) 200 The Dixon is based upon declassified grapes from the Original Vineyard planted in 1988 and grapes from the new Block K, planted in 2001.
2012 Mount Mary (Yarra Valley,VIC) 229 Pinot with delicate floral perfume of raspberries, cherries, red plums and restrained cedary oak, subtle presence of undergrowth and dried herbs, cloves, nutmeg
2018 Yeringberg (Yarra Valley, VIC) 150 2013 Yeringberg (Yarra Valley, VIC) 185 A fragrant nose of rose perfume, freshly picked strawberries with a bright acidity.
2010 Kooyong – Meres (Mornington Peninsula, VIC) 149 Flavours of liqueur cherry and blood orange a-tightly structured and focused palate with incredible length and tannin: this will mature
2015 Kooyong – Haven (Mornington Peninsula, VIC) 120 Flavours of liqueur cherry and blood orange a-tightly structured and focused palate with incredible length and tannin: this will mature
2015 Yabby Lake – Block 2 (Mornington Peninsula, VIC) 155 Elegant and still a classic Aussie Pinot Noir for us, lots of red fruits made by a great winemaker Tom Carson.
2013 Bass Philip – Estate (Gippsland, VIC) 196 Even the entrée level of Bass Philip beats so many other Pinots. It’s all about elegance and refined notes.
2013 Bass Philip – Premium (Gippsland, VIC) 430 Philip Jones is considered, by many, to be the custodian of the finest Pinot Noir in Australia……I leave you with this fine example
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PINOT NOIR New Zealand
2013 Ata Rangi (Martinborough) 185 Sleek tannins, vivid plum, stone and black cherry fruits coupled with intriguing dark chocolate and savoury notes- a Martinborough champion
2014 Dry River (Martinborough) 180 One of the NZ’s greatest Pinots – nose seems fragnant and pure, cherries/black fruits with a touch of sweetness.
2013 Dry River (Martinborough) 190 2015 Escarpment – Kupe (Martinborough) 179 Perfume, elegant fruit flavours, and soft ripe tannins are all hallmarks of this exceptional pinot noir
2015 Bell Hill (Canterbury) 400 Hints of lifted spice and dark fruit, a touch of liquorice, briar and spice aromatics with lifted bright red fruit tones. On the palate it shows a deep concentration of fruit, elegance and energy with seamless tannin structures giving long length of flavour.
2016 Valli – Waitaki Valley (North Otago) 125
2016 Valli – Bannockburn Vineyard (Central Otago) 125
2016 Valli – Bendigo Vineyard (Central Otago) 125 Grant Taylor is widely regarded as New Zealand's pinot guru. He produces top shelf single vineyard pinot noirs highlighting the sub regions of Central Otago.
2016 Felton Road – Bannockburn (Central Otago) 142 If you haven’t tried their Pinots, you should wait no longer and if you have…..nothing needs to be said.
2012 Felton Road – Cornish Point (Central Otago) 175
2013 Felton Road – Calvert (Central Otago) 175
2013 Felton Road – Block 3 (Central Otago) 215
2015 Felton Road – Block 5 (Central Otago) 250 Same as above however…..not sure if we are dancing within the same ballroom….block 5 certainly knows the fox trot!
2018 Burn Cottage (Central Otago) 145 2016 Burn Cottage (Central Otago) 155 Unconventional Central Otago originally planted by the legendary Ted Lemon. Medium bodied with high acid and amazing elegance
PINOT NOIR USA
2019 Presqu’ile (Santa Maria Valley, California) 115 Lifted notes of bing cherries, rose hips, dried orange rind, and sandalwood dominate the earthy mid=palate.
2015 Cristom – Jessie Vineyard (Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon) 215 2014 Cristom – Estate (Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon) 169 Beautiful aromatics of black tea and red currants that combine with forest floor and black truffle undertones that wonderful complexity. The palate is plush and textured, showing wonderful combination of viscosity and tension as flavours of black fruits.
2014 Chehalem (Dundee Hills, Oregon) 155 Notes of bright red fruit, baking spice, cola and earth are met with silky tannins, layers of complexity and a lengthy finish.
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NEBBIOLO
2017 Fetherston – Malakoff Estate (Pyrennes, VIC) 79
2021 Unico Zelo – Truffle Hound (Clare Valley, SA) 58
Italy
2004 Gaja – Conteisa (Langhe) 815 Perfumy Nebbiolo with lovely soft tannins, tons of cranberries and raspberries, rose petals and the mouth filling whoooooosh. Excellent
2008 Gaja – Costa Russi (Langhe) 830 This wine is captivating, refined nose with aromas of blackberries, violets and roasted coffee beans. 95% Nebbiolo and 5% Barbera.
2006 Gaja – Sori San Lorenzo (Langhe) 1240 Sorì San Lorenzo is the most powerful, structured and masculine of Gaja’s three single vineyard wines from Barbaresco. Simply outrageous!
2006 Gaja Barbaresco (Barbaresco) 495 Displays elegant floral and smoky tar nose- hints of leather and tobacco as well. Beautifully balanced, incredibly long and plenty of time left.
2018 Fletcher – Recta Pete (Barbaresco) 180 Elegance, early drinkability, finesse and value for money. Red fruits, cut flowers, savoury spice. Made by an Aussie.
2006 Aldo Conterno – Romirasco (Barolo) 448 Romirasco is one of the most famous Barolo crus from the lightest soil. Classically, but atypically lighter-styled. Red berries, violets & dried roses
2006 Aldo Conterno – Cicala (Barolo) 375 Austere Barolo, fruit is dark and intense, while the aromatics tend towards menthol, pine, spices and balsamic. Finishes with a blast of roasted coffee beans, licorice and mint.
2013 Ca Rome – Cerretta (Barolo) 245 Red cherry, cranberry, white pepper, mint and freshly cut flowers give the Cerretta its lifted, super-classic feel. The tannins need a few years to soften, but there is certainly plenty to look forward to. The Cerretta is a bit more classically austere in style than the Rapèt.
2016 Poderi Colla – Bussia Dardi Le Rose (Barolo) 250 2013 Poderi Colla – Bussia Dardi Le Rose (Barolo) 230 2010 Poderi Colla – Bussia Dardi Le Rose (Barolo) 290 2006 Poderi Colla – Bussia Dardi Le Rose (Barolo) 280 Very complex bouquet showing decided character and personality, albeit without aggressiveness.
2012 Conterno Fantino – Vigna del Gris (Barolo) 220 Earth, tar, rich fruit, same on the palate, lots of soft tannins, medium/big body, tastes much better than the nose, let this open up or aerate.
2015 G.D. Vajra – Coste di Rose (Barolo) 280 Great single vineyard Barolo, super perfumed, wild roses, violet and cranberry. Touch of secondary flavours are starting to develop. 2014 Marcarini – Brunate (Barolo) 170 2013 Marcarini – Brunate (Barolo) 195 2009 Marcarini – La Serra (Barolo) 220 Mature fruit, spice, natural rubber, asphalt, tar, root beer. A “grand cru” of Barolo and undoubtedly a producer who over-delivers for the money
2013 Paolo Scavino – Carobric (Barolo) 295 A high-pitched aromatic Barolo, floral, lots of red roses and spice, black fruits and great tannin structure.
2016 Franchino - Gattinara (Gattinara) 144
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GAMAY NOIR
When you talk to a sommelier, wine maker, or even just a grape-juice nerd about Gamay Noir, their eyes will
change begin to sparkle.
The funky “twin brother” of Pinot Noir, a varietal which doesn’t want to be serious. Only seriously delicious.
It can go from elegant and light, with lots of crunchy red fruits, to bubble-gum aroma, to more concentrated black berry and black cherries. Let us show you why we love it.
2019 Mount Edward (Central Otago, NZ) 97 Bursting with red and purple berries and herby spice. It’s soft, slurpable and all-round charming.
2019 Jean-Paul Dubost – Beaujolais-Lantignie Village (Beaujolais, France) 74 This producer is bio-dynamic as well minimal intervention winemaking with tiny amounts of sulphur added at bottling for stability.
2018 Grange Cochard – Cote du Py Morgon (Beaujolais, France) 92 Established in 1759 and with new owners since August 2020, all wines are hand harvest with organic treatments.
2018 Jean Foillard – Les Charmes Eponyme Morgon (Beaujolais, France) 165 Les Charmes Eponym is from one of Foillards smallest holdings, planted on shist and granite. Rockstar juice.
2018 Jean Foillard – Cote du Py Morgon (Beaujolais, France) 170 Foillard’s is undoubtedly the master of this site, the wine captures wild cherry, mineral and floral tinged quality.
2019 Anne & Jean-Francois Ganevat – Croix Batailles Gamay & Chardonnay (Jura, France) 165 Bursting with red flavours, apples, cherries, sweet chewy red gummies. A pure and elegant version of Gamay and Chardonnay.
2019 Anne & Jean-Francois Ganevat – Cuvee Madelon Gamay & Trousseau (Jura, France) 178 A funky blend of 65% Gamay from Bully (Beaujolais) and 35% Trousseau from the Jura- super deep, carnal and complex.
2018 Herve Souhaut – La Souteronne (Rhone Valley, France) 110 A cult wine made from old vines up to 90 years from some hidden pockets in the Rhone. Lots of darker meaty notes.
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INTERESTING RED VARIETALS AND BLENDS Worth a look
Light & Elegant 2019 Anne & Jean-Francois Ganevat – Les Corvees Trousseau (Jura, France) 275 What is Trousseau? Easy way to find out, just order it. Just kidding, just ask Tom.
2019 Dm. Jean-Francois Ganevet – Plein Sud Trousseau (Jura, France) 410 Highly aromatic on the nose, juicy red berries, baking spice and delicate. Similar to Pinot Noir on the palate. But lighter in colour and tannins.
2018 Dm. Jean-Francois Ganevet – Les Chalasses VV Poulsard (Jura, France) 325 Spent 2 years in French demi-mud barrels, maybe the most prettiest of all his reds, early drinkable.
2019 Dm. Jean-Francois Ganevet – l’Enfant terrible Poulsard (Jura, France) 350 Super low in pigments, it almost presents as a rose, faintly fruity, super herbaceous and lovely aromatic. The nose is super perfumded.
2019 Domaine de Belliviere – Rouge Gorge Pineau d’Aunis (Loire Valley, France) 150 A unicorn, rarely seen in the free world. Try to catch as fast as possible.
2017 Ciro Biondi – Outis Etna Rosso Nerello Mascalese (Sicliy, Italy) 129 Easiest way to think about it, is a spicy version of Italian Pinot Noir. Based on volcanic soil and loves game meat.
2019 Pietradolce – Etna Rosso Nerello Mascalese (Sicily, Italy) 74 The red fruits here are crunchy and refreshing with floral, tobacco and minerally notes, the palate fine and elegant.
Medium-bodied with Structure
2017 Syrahmi Mourvedre | Mataro (Heathcote, Vic) 88 2017 Dm. Tempier – Pour Lulu Mourvedre Blend (Bandol, France) 145 A powerful blend of 75% Mouvredre, 14% Grenache, 9% Cinsault, 2% Carignan.
2018 Maxime-Francois Laurent – MRVD Mourvedre | Mataro (Rhone, France) 110 2019 Paolo Scavino Vino Rosso Dolcetto & Nebbiolo (Piedmont, Italy) 70 A funky blend of Dolcetto, Nebbiolo, Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon. Lots of black boysenberries and smoky licorice.
2016 Aldo Conterno Langhe Rosso Freisa & Merlot (Piedmont, Italy) 145 Even the entry level of the a famous winery like Aldo Conterno is gorgeous. Bigger than Pinot, lighter than Merlot. Works well with duck and mushrooms dishes. 2019 Marion – Borgo Valpolicella Corvina Blend (Veneto, Italy) 81
2018 Farina Amarone della Valpolicella Corvina Blend (Veneto, Italy) 170 One of the oldest styles of Italian red, a must try for big rich meat dishes.
2018 Ventisquero Carmenere – Reserva Carmenere (Colchagua, Chile) 52 A modern version of Merlot, made in a super quaffable way. You open one bottle and fast the second one.
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SANGIOVESE
“The King of Tuscany” a phrase which many wine lovers associate with Sangiovese Grosso. In general
medium-bodied to full-bodied with lots of red/black cherries, black olives and especially in Brunello the famous licorice, star anise, wild leather and smooth tannins.
2020 Frederik Stevenson (Adelaide Hills, SA) 88 2017 Montefili Chianti Classico (Tuscany, Italy) 85 2018 Isole E Olena Chianti Classico (Tuscany, Italy) 94 2013 Cepparello - Isole E Olena (Tuscany, Italy) 240 2015 Antinori – Tignanello (Tuscany, Italy) 290 2016 San Polo Rosso di Montalcino (Tuscany, Italy) 100 2010 Conti Costanti Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Italy) 255 2016 Argiano Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Italy) 169 2015 Pian Dell’Orino – Versante Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Italy) 540 2012 Fuligni Riserva Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Italy) 490
GRENACHE and BLENDS Australia 2019 JC’s – Angaston Foothills (Barossa Valley, SA) 94 150 year old Grenache bush vines, 100% whole bunch and basket pressed, a newcomer with a vision.
2018 JC’s – Rock It (Barossa Valley, SA) 110
2017 Rockford – Moppa Springs (Barossa Valley, SA) 69 2007 Rockford – Moppa Springs (Barossa Valley, SA) 125
2013 Yalumba – Tri-Centenary (Barossa Valley, SA) 115
2019 Agricola – Wand’rin Star (Eden Vale, SA) 130
2017 Noon – Eclipse (McLaren Vale, SA) 110
2018 McHenry Hohnen – Hazel VIneyards (Margaret River, WA) 99
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GRENACHE and BLENDS Rhone Valley, France 2017 Mont Redon Lirac (Southern Rhone, France) 115 2017 Chateau Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 179 2016 Chateau Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 188 2015 Chateau Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 199 2007 Chateau Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 235 2006 Chateau Mont-Redon Chateauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 220 2017 Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 440 2013 Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 375 2010 Pignan Chateauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 900 2006 Chateau Rayas Chateauneuf-du-Pape (Southern Rhone, France) 1610 2011 Chateau des Tours Vacqueyras (Southern Rhone, France) 290 2009 Chateau des Tours Vacqueyras (Southern Rhone, France) 230 Spices, cedar, almost bitter on taste first, then notes of herbal tea, still fresh with plenty of life
2010 Chateau de Fonsalette Cotes du Rhone (Southern Rhone, France) 780 2017 Dm. Gramenon – Contre Couleur (Southern Rhone, France) 189 All natural and biodynamic principle, one of the newer hip wineries of the Southern Rhone. A blend of Grenache, Mourvedre and Syrah.
2017 Dm. Gramenon – La Sagesse (Southern Rhone, France) 139 Translated to the “wise one” and is produced of 2 parcels of 60-year old Grenache vines, with Burgundian levels of attraction and elegance.
2017 Dm. Gramenon – La Papesse (Southern Rhone, France) 169 This cuvee is a blend of Grenache and Syrah, little amount of sulfur, without fining or filtration. Great freshness and purity of the Rhone.
2017 Dm. Gramenon – Ceps Centenaires la Meme (Southern Rhone, France) 189 No blending needed, 100% Grenache of Michelle and Maximes best vineyards of her oldest vines.
2017 Maxime-Francois Laurent – Orpiment (Southern Rhone, France) 118 GRENACHE and BLENDS Spain 2016 Clos Mogador (Priorat, Spain) 250 2015 Olivier Riviere – GANKO (Rioja, Spain) 110
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SHIRAZ, SYRAH AND BLENDS Australia 2013 Brokenwood – Graveyard Vineyard (Hunter Valley, NSW) 315 2007 Mount Pleasant – Maurice O’Shea (Hunter Valley, NSW) 275 2018 Yeringberg (Yarra Valley, VIC) 150 2018 By Farr (Geelong, VIC) 139 2017 Jim Barry – McRae Wood (Clare Valley, SA) 101 2010 Kilikanoon – Oracle (Clare Valley, SA) 179 2009 Kilikanoon – Oracle (Clare Valley, SA) 155 2006 Kilikanoon – Oracle (Clare Valley, SA) 189 2009 Wendouree – Shiraz (Clare Valley, SA) 290 2006 Wendouree – Shiraz (Clare Valley, SA) 314 2004 Wendouree – Shiraz (Clare Valley, SA) 329 2002 Wendouree – Shiraz (Clare Valley, SA) 345 2010 Wendouree – Shiraz Malbec (Clare Valley, SA) 228 2011 Wendouree – Shiraz Mataro (Clare Valley, SA) 217 2010 Wendouree – Shiraz Mataro (Clare Valley, SA) 240 2009 Wendouree – Shiraz Mataro (Clare Valley, SA) 210 2002 Wendouree – Shiraz Mataro (Clare Valley, SA) 250 2017 Standish – The Relic Shiraz Viognier (Barossa Valley, SA) 215 2016 Greenock Creek – Alices (Barossa Valley, SA) 105 2016 Greenock Creek – Seven Acre (Barossa Valley, SA) 152 2004 Greenock Creek – Creek Block (Barossa Valley, SA) 395 2018 JC’s – Greenock Vineyard (Barossa Valley, SA) 120 2019 Agricola – Springton Eckhert (Eden Vale, SA) 149 2019 Wirra Wirra – Woodhenge (McLaren Vale, SA) 72 2014 Noon – Reserve (Langhorne Creek,SA) 165
2007 Penfolds – Grange (Multi Regional, SA) 925 2005 Penfolds – Grange (Multi Regional, SA) 1050 1992 Penfolds – Grange (Multi Regional, SA) 1200
2013 Penfolds – St. Henri (Multi Regional, SA) 196
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SHIRAZ, SYRAH AND BLENDS ROCKFORD WINES Whilst many Barossa producers were chasing the palate of one VERY influential wine critic, Robert O’Callaghan decided that Barossa Shiraz was special and it didn’t require nor need to be influenced by the preferences of this particular critic. He stayed true to what he (and I) believe is a sophisticated, refined and exquisite style of Barossa shiraz that can only come from such a custodian. We are delighted to offer the following vintages of Rockford Basket Press and the SVS from this iconic Barossa producer: 2016 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 195 2014 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 235 2012 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 240 2011 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 195 2010 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 320 2009 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 300 2008 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 310 2007 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 290 2006 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 340 2005 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 275 2004 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 295 2002 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 390 2000 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 400 1998 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 575 1992 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 725 1991 Rockford – Basket Press (Barossa Valley, SA) 750 1996 Rockford – SVS Moorooroo (Barossa Valley, SA) 575 2006 Rockford – SVS Flaxman Valley (Barossa Valley, SA) 390 2005 Rockford – SVS Flaxman Valley (Barossa Valley, SA) 375 1999 Rockford – SVS Flaxman Valley (Barossa Valley, SA) 450 1998 Rockford – SVS Flaxman Valley (Barossa Valley, SA) 575 1996 Rockford – SVS Flaxman Valley (Barossa Valley, SA) 575 2006 Rockford – SVS Hoffmann (Barossa Valley, SA) 390 2005 Rockford – SVS Hoffmann (Barossa Valley, SA) 375 2000 Rockford – SVS Hoffmann (Barossa Valley, SA) 400 1999 Rockford – SVS Hoffmann (Barossa Valley, SA) 450 1997 Rockford – SVS Hoffmann (Barossa Valley, SA) 475 1996 Rockford – SVS Hoffmann (Barossa Valley, SA) 575 2001 Rockford – SVS Pressings (Barossa Valley, SA) 475 1999 Rockford – SVS Pressings (Barossa Valley, SA) 475 1998 Rockford – SVS Pressings (Barossa Valley, SA) 575
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SHIRAZ, SYRAH AND BLENDS France 2019 Anne & Jean-Francois Ganevat – Vdf Bibine (Rotalier, Jura) 160 Funky, modern, and super juicy expression of Syrah. In between Old & New World style.
2019 Herve Souhaut – Syrah (Rhone Valley, SA) 110 Deep black cherry and juicy plum flavours. A rare wine making decision to blend part of Northern and Southern Rhone together.
2010 Dm. E. Guigal – La Mouline Cote-Rotie (Northern Rhone, France) 980 This is one of the most emblematic of Guigal’s wines. Tiny quantities made from the heart of Cote Blonde, one of the 3 Lala’s.
2015 Dm. Jamet Cote-Rotie (Northern Rhone, France) 650 Superb nose with very ripe, complex blackberries, as well as a wealth of black pepper, dark chocolate, graphite and bold array of spices. A blend of 15 parcels with 100% whole-cluster fermentation.
2013 Rene Rostaing – Ampodium Cote Rotie (Northern Rhone, France) 300 Sweet blackberry, wild herbs, pepper, spice and olive aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, beautifully textured and with impressive concentration.
2012 Dm. Jean-Louis Chave Saint-Joseph (Northern Rhone, France) 225 One of the last vintages of Chave St Joseph, these days bottled under “Clos Florentin”, super rare and high in demand.
2016 Dm. E. Guigal – Vignes de L’Hospice Saint-Joseph (Northern Rhone, France) 300 2015 Dm. E. Guigal – Vignes de L’Hospice Saint-Joseph (Northern Rhone, France) 265 2012 Dm. E. Guigal – Vignes de L’Hospice Saint-Joseph (Northern Rhone, France) 199 Dark licorice and warm ganache notes, melding wonderfully with the core of blackberry and confiture flavours. Dried tobacco and cured meat.
2018 Alain Verset Cornas (Northern Rhone, France) 195 Brilliant violet. A complex bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits and floral pastilles, along with licorice, cracked pepper and olive accents, offering intense boysenberry, bitter cherry and spice cake flavours supported by a spine of zesty acidity.
2013 Auguste Clape – Renaissance Cornas (Northern Rhone, France) 295 2013 Auguste Clape Cornas (Northern Rhone, France) 265 Amazingly intense. Nose of sweet ink, stone, 'mud', prune, and dark berry. Huge palate at the same time sweet and burnt fruit. Lots of extract. Like drinking dark fruit juice. Huge but interesting.
2010 Gilles Robin Hermitage (Northern Rhone, France) 199 Made from 40+ year old vines from Bessards, prime Hermitage terroir. 100% destemmed, great structure with well balanced acidity.
2010 Dm. E. Guigal Hermitage (Northern Rhone, France) 169 Aroma of bacon, herb, violet and liquorice. Silky tannins. Savoury palate with black pepper and herbs- an absolute steal for hermitage!
2009 Dm. Jean-Louis Chave – L’Hermitage Hermitage (Northern Rhone, France) 1125 More forward, open and textured, the 2009 Hermitage is an almost promiscuous effort that's just hard to resist. According to Jean-Louis, this wine has never shut down and has always delivered plenty of pleasure. It has classic cassis and blackberry fruit, bacon fat, violets and herbs to go with a full-bodied, layered and seamless, if not voluptuous style on the palate.
2018 J.L. Chave – Silene Crozes-Hermitage (Northern Rhone, France) 128
2018 Dm. Marc Sorrel Crozes-Hermitage (Northern Rhone, France) 220 It was fermented as whole clusters, and so while there is a slight stemmy component, there is plenty of black cherries and raspberries for balance.
2018 Dm. Gramenon – L’Emouvante (Southern Rhone, France) 159 All natural and biodynamic principle, Michelle is using ambient yeasts with a 60 days maceration, to create a modern style of Syrah.
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON 100% Cabernet Franc 2016 Pyramid Valley – Howell Family Vineyard (Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand) 119 Crushed black berries, smoke and a compelling cured meat/fresh leather note. On the nose lots of spicy, dried herb character, like curry leaf.
2019 Dm. Guiberteau – Les Moulins (Loire Valley, France) 130 From a tiny 1.9ha vineyard, super juicy with lots of red plums. Think of Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon meet each in the middle.
2020 Somos – Slate Creek Vineyard (McLaren Vale, SA) 72 Picked in 2 waves, one early and herbaceous, one later for fruit generosity, blended to one complete wine. Young, funky and not to serious.
100% Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 Rockford – Rifle Range (Barossa Valley, SA) 135 2015 Rockford – Rifle Range (Barossa Valley, SA) 142 2013 Rockford – Rifle Range (Barossa Valley, SA) 155 2011 Rockford – Rifle Range (Barossa Valley, SA) 165 2008 Rockford – Rifle Range (Barossa Valley, SA) 187 1998 Rockford (Barossa Valley, SA) 250 2010 Penfolds – 707 (Multi Regional, SA) 1095 2009 Penfolds – 707 (Multi Regional, SA) 1030 2008 Penfolds – 707 (Multi Regional, SA) 1068 2005 Penfolds – 707 (Multi Regional, SA) 975 This is an opaque red/black colour and has a beguiling nose of rich fruit (blackcurrant and berry fruits), chocolate, coffee and sweet, spicy American oak. Superbly rich...
1996 Penfolds – Kalimna Block 42 (Barossa Valley, SA) 1150 Exceptional vintage conditions in the Barossa Valley in 1996 presented Penfolds winemakers with the opportunity to make this one-off, special bin wine in the tradition of the legendary Bin 60A, Bin 7 and Bin 90A. Penfolds Kalimna Block 42 was made from a single block - Block 42 - of the renowned Penfolds Kalimna vineyard, the oldest Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard in Australia. The wine was made from the same 110-year-old patch of vines from which came Max Schubert's 1953 Grange Cabernet. Penfolds Block 42 is a captivating example of a single block of high- quality Kalimna Cabernet Sauvignon, featuring concentrated varietal flavours, complexity of balanced oak and a fine tannin finish.
2010 Wendouree (Clare Valley, SA) 310 2009 Wendouree (Clare Valley, SA) 268 This is a very muscular cellaring style with dark chocolate mint fruit characters and fine sinewy tannins- 10 years on, you be the judge!
2018 Yalumba – Cigar (Coonawarra, SA) 67 2015 Noon – Reserve (Langhorne Creek, SA) 165 2005 Crawford River (Henty, VIC) 139 Red & black fruits, cedar wood and bay leaf are the predominant characters of this soft, complex wine. Still fresh and bright, with blackberry and black olive evident throughout the palate along with hints of liquorice. Integrated acidity aids the well-balanced structure and together with fine grained tannins results in excellent persistence.
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON & MERLOT BLENDS Australia & Italy 2012 Yeringberg – Cabernets CS|CF|MER|MAL|PV (Yarra Valley, VIC) 185 2010 Mount Mary – Quintet CS|MER|CF|MAL|PV (Yarra Valley, VIC) 250 2008 Mount Mary – Quintet CS|MER|CF|MAL|PV (Yarra Valley, VIC) 285 2006 Mount Mary – Quintet CS|MER|CF|MAL|PV (Yarra Valley, VIC) 272 2005 Mount Mary – Quintet CS|MER|CF|MAL|PV (Yarra Valley, VIC) 284 2004 Mount Mary – Quintet CS|MER|CF|MAL|PV (Yarra Valley, VIC) 290 2013 Yarra Yering – Dry Red No. 1 CS|MER| MAL|PV (Yarra Valley, VIC) 189 2012 Yarra Yering – Dry Red No. 1 CS|MER| MAL|PV (Yarra Valley, VIC) 174 2009 Yarra Yering – Dry Red No. 1 CS|MER| MAL|PV (Yarra Valley, VIC) 220 2003 Yarra Yering – Dry Red No. 1 CS|MER| MAL|PV (Yarra Valley, VIC) 290 2008 Domaine A CS|MER|CF|PV (Coal River, TAS) 189 2017 Rockford – Rod Spur CS|SHZ (Barossa Valley, SA) 92 2009 Rockford – Rod Spur SHZ|CS (Barossa Valley, SA) 125 2006 Rockford – Rod Spur CS|SHZ (Barossa Valley, SA) 148 2001 Rockford – Rod Spur CS|SHZ (Barossa Valley, SA) 157 2012 Penfolds Bin 389 CS|SHZ (Multi Regional, SA) 195 2010 Wendouree CS|MAL (Clare Valley, SA) 199 2008 Parker First Growth CS|PV|MER (Coonawarra, SA) 169 2012 Primo Estate – Joseph Moda CS|MER (McLaren Vale, SA) 140 The fruit is concentrated so that it loses around 15% of its weight-inspired by the Italian Amarone technique creates an opulent, brooding wine. Plum and spice intermingle with forest berry fruits, lurking below are deep currents of raisins and cigar-box.
2009 Cullen – Diane Madeline CS|CF|MER|MAL (Margaret River, WA) 240 Dense, mulberry red Bouquet: concentrated fresh rich cherry and plum flavours- perfect balance by the excellent tannins. Great structure, length and persistence
2019 McHenry Hohnen – BDX MAL|CS|PV (Margaret River, WA) 99
2014 Moss Wood CS|CF|PV (Margaret River, WA) 265
2013 Vasse Felix – Tom Cullity CS|MAL|PV (Margaret River, WA) 350 A remarkable, refined Cabernet Blend with sublime tannin and mouthfeel. Cherry, cassis, cedar and touch of bitter chocolate. Juicy, while find and dry.
2015 Sassicaia – Tenuta San Guido CS|CF (Tuscany, Italy) 650 One of the greatest Bordeaux-blends made outside of Bordeaux. In our opinion, it should be on every bucket-list for serious wine drinkers.
2016 Guidalberto – Tenuta San Guido CS|MER (Tuscany, Italy) 130
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON & MERLOT BLENDS Bordeaux, France
Left Bank (Cabernet predominant) 2005 Château Montrose (1500ml/MAGNUM) 2nd Growth (St. Estephe) 1000 2009 Château Calon Segur 3rd Growth (St. Estephe) 285 2003 Château Lafite Rothschild 1st Growth (Pauillac) 2200 2003 Château Mouton-Rothschild 1st Growth (Pauillac) 2200 2003 Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2nd Growth (Pauillac) 345 2000 Château Duhart-Milon 4th Growth (Pauillac) 340
2010 Château Haut-Bages-Liberal 5th Growth (Pauillac) 180
2009 Château Lynch-Bages 5th Growth (Pauillac) 630 2001 Château Pontet-Canet 5th Growth (Pauillac) 390 2014 Château Leoville Las Cases 2nd Growth (St. Julien) 465 2001 Château Leoville Las Cases 2nd Growth (St. Julien) 630 2014 Clos du Marquis (2nd vin Leoville Las Cases) (St. Julien) 229 2009 Clos du Marquis (2nd vin Leoville Las Cases) (St. Julien) 289 2000 Château Leoville Poyferre 2nd Growth (St. Julien) 510 2010 La Croix de Beaucaillou (2nd vin Ducru Beaucaillou) (St. Julien) 245 2005 Château Langoa Barton 3rd Growth (St. Julien) 365 2005 Château Lagrange 3rd Growth (St. Julien) 345 1999 Château Margaux 1st Growth (Margaux) 1125 2010 Domaine de Chevalier GC Classe (Pessac-Leognan) 260 2003 Château Haut-Brion 1st Growth (Pessac-Leognan) 1600
Right Bank (Merlot predominant) 2007 Château Pavie 1er Grand Cru Classe A (St Emilion) 525 2010 Château Certan de May (Pomerol 330 2008 Château Certan de May (Pomerol) 315 2003 Château Certan de May (Pomerol) 275
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DESSERT WINES 2012 Rockford – Mayflower Cane Cut Semillon (Barossa Valley,SA) (75ml) 16 (375ml) 69 2016 Royal Tokaji – 5 Puttonyos Aszu Furmint (Hungary) (75ml) 21 (500ml) 135 2018 Domaine Pigeade Muscat Beaumes Venise (Rhone, France) (75ml) 14 (750ml) 99 2010 Ch. Rieussec 1st Growth (Sauternes, France) (75ml) 49 (375ml) 185 2015 Ch. La Tour Blanche 1st Growth (Sauternes, France) (375ml) 128 2003 Ch. Suduiraut 1st Growth (Sauternes, France) (375ml) 149 2009 Ch. d Yquem 1st Growth Superior (Sauternes, France) (375ml) 820 1998 Ch. d Yquem 1st Growth Superior (Sauternes, France) (375ml) 545 1990 Ch. d Yquem 1st Growth Superior (Sauternes, France) (750ml) 2200
2019 J.J. Prüm – Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese (Mosel, Germany) (375ml) 210
2018 Alasia Moscato di Asti (Asti, Italy) (750ml) 49
FORTIFIED NV Rockford – Marion Tawny (Barossa Valley,SA) (60ml) 10 2012 Rockford –VP Shiraz (Barossa Valley,SA) (60ml) 18 1996 Rockford –VP Shiraz (Barossa Valley,SA) (60ml) 37 1980 Warre’s – Vintage (Douro, Portugal) (60ml) 40 NV Emilio Lustau – Pedro Ximenez (Jerez, Spain) (60ml) 12
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WATER, SOFT DRINKS AND TONICS Antipodes Mineral Water 1L – STILL or SPARKLING 11 Strangelove 180ml:
no. 8 Tonic 6 Dirty Tonic 6 Coastal Tonic 6 Watermelon Tonic 6 Salted Grapefruit 6 Hot Ginger Beer 6 Soda Water 6 Strangelove Lo-Cal Soda 300ml:
Holy Grapefruit 7.5 Cloudy Pear 7.5 Very Mandarin 7.5 Lemon Squash 7.5 Lime & Jalapeno 7.5 Smoked Cola 7.5
BEER Long Point Ginger Beer 3.5 % (Lake Cathie, NSW) 12
Hill’s Cider Apple Cider 5.0 % (Lake Cathie, NSW) 9
Coopers – Light Lager 2.9% (Adelaide, SA) 7
Wicked Elf – Easy Bastard Mid Strength IPA 4.0% (Port Macquarie) 8
Wicked Elf – Endless Summer Kolsch 4.7% (Port Macquarie) 10
Wicked Elf Pilsner 4.8% (Port Macquarie) 10
James Boag’s Lager 4.6% (Launceston, TAS) 9
Peroni – Nastro Azzuro Lager 5.1% (Italy) 9
Sapporo Lager 5.0% (Japan) 9
Corona Pale Lager 4.5% (Mexico) 9
Lord Nelson – Three Sheets Pale Ale 4.9% (Sydney, NSW) 10
Wicked Elf Pale Ale 4.8% (Port Macquarie) 10
Wicked Elf – Fastidious Bastard IPA 6.8% (Port Macquarie) 12 Wicked Elf Porter 6.2% (Port Macquarie) 12
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COCKTAILS
light & elegant Rhubarb Bellini 2017 jansz vintage, home-made rhubarb-cardamom puree 22 Amaretto Sour disaronno amaretto liqueur, fresh lime & egg white 20 French Martini absolut vodka, chambord liqueur, fresh lime & pineapple juice 20 PA Southside dobson’s sweet pea gin, fresh lime & fresh mint 20 It’s a G&T tasmanian raspberry infused spring bay gin, coastal tonic, dried grapefruit 17
just classy Grey Goose Martini dry, wet or dirty with twist or olives 22 Dobson’s Gin Martini dry, wet or dirty with twist or olives 22 Buffalo Sour buffalo trace, fresh lime & egg white