You Simply Can't Go Wrong With Rawson's Retreat

The Rawson's Retreat wines are an affordable, everyday, easy-drinking range that is the classic Australian marriage of fruit, power and structure.

The case includes the following:

x 4 Penfolds Rawson's Retreat Shiraz Cabernet

x 4 Penfolds Rawson's Retreat Merlot

x 4 Penfolds Rawson's Retreat Cabernet Sauvignon

"intense fruit driven flavours" 

"smooth mellow finish"

"A mixture of forest fruit aromas, raspberry and dark cherry along with the oak driven aromas of caramel and mocha. A feature of this wine is the intense fruit driven flavours of raspberry and ripe plum. This is nicely balanced with integrated vanilla and caramel oak characters to deliver a smooth mellow finish."

The grapes for this wine were sourced from vineyardsin the Limestone Coast region of South Australia. The grapes were picked at optimum flavour ripeness during the cool of the night to ensure these strong flavours came through in the wine. The grapes then underwent primary fermented for a period of seven days at moderate temperatures before being... Read more »

"a powerful wine with mulberry and raspberry fruit characters"

"Dark berry fruit aromas are enhanced with subtle chocolate and sweet lifted vanilla from the American oak. The unique character of the Limestone Coast helps us to create a powerful wine with mulberry and raspberry fruit characters coupled with an undertone of oak and chocolate. It is a rich full flavoured wine with fine grained tannins delivering a soft warm mouth feel."

Fruit sourced from our Old Mundulla Vineyard located on the Limestone Coast in South Australia was used in the production of this wine. The cool conditions throughout most of the growing season resulted in the grapes having very intense varietal and regional characteristics as well as a rich deep colour.
After the fruit was harvested and crushed it... Read more »

"sweet red berry flavours over milk chocolate"

"Fresh aromas of blood plum, earth, pepper and dried mixed herbs"

4 Stars: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

"Fruity and supple, this is an easy drinking Merlot with lovely fruit intensity, displaying red plum, cherry, game and a hint of spice notes on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied and juicy with smooth texture and a pleasant dry finish. A well harmonised and pleasing wine. At its best: now to 2014." Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

Dense red appearance with a... Read more »

ripe, supple, seductive and detailed plum, berry, and spice flavours woven together

Like the Command block, which is an amazing resource to the Elderton Estate, the Ashmead block has consistently produced small parcels of excellent quality fruit. Traditionally the finished wine has been blended into the Estate Range of wines, however, in 1998 Lorraine Ashmead, the Estate Principal, saw the brilliance of the wine, and decided to release it under the Ashmead Family name. The 2001 is the fourth release of this exciting wine. The wine is a superior example of Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon aged mainly in a mix of new and then old French Oak Puncheons. The Elderton Estate is not unfamiliar with premium Cabernets, having won 4 trophies for this varietal including the 1993 Jimmy Watson Trophy. After the success of the 2001 Estate... Read more »

"The Elderton Command Shiraz has established an enviable reputation since the first vintage in 1984"

”2005 followed a vintage that many thought would rank highly in the decade and the chances of an ‘odd year’ standing over such a vintage seemed remote. But with a wet winter providing the sustenance and a mild, dry summer following, Elderton fruit showed excellent development, particularly old vine harvests. The vintage was later than normal with the last pick of the Command block being on April 11th. This long ripening period, partnered with cool submerged-cap ferments in the winery, has allowed the fruit to shine through (over the 30+ months of oak maturation) and is testament to the power of flavour produced from our oldest Shiraz vines." - Richard Langford

The Elderton... Read more »

"flavours of Swiss chocolate, savoury spices, raspberry fruit and a hint of red currants"

The 2006 Meshach shows incredible depth and intensity of colour despite the wine being 5 years of age on release. There are powerful aromas of ripe blackberries, spiced plums and
dark chocolate, along with delicate touches of mint, florals and raspberries. The palate is sumptuous with flavours of Swiss chocolate, savoury spices, raspberry fruit and a hint of
red currants. The palate hits perfect balance between flavour, concentration and structure, with beautiful tannins and excellent length. This wine continues the proud history of Meshach.

As with previous vintages, the elegant 2006 vintage should be enjoyed on special occasions and will appeal to the collector in you. The Grant Burge Wines... Read more »

"rich blackberry and plum flavours with a hint of liquorice and vanillin oak"

Top Gold: Perth Royal Wine Show

Gold: Pacific Rim International Wine Comp 2009

Gold: Dallas Morning New Wine Comp 2009

"Mocha, chocolate and blackberry are in abundance here. This has a sumptuous palate, loaded with fleshy fruit and tannins." Huon Hooke, Gourmet Traveller Wine

The Shortlist is a limited release of wines with each bottle individually numbered. The warm climate and rich soils of the low lying Barossa Valley are perfectly suited to... Read more »

"A rich full-bodied wine with a wonderful mix of chocolate and cherry flavours" 

Gold: Rutherglen Wine Show 2009

McGuigan Hand Made is a hand-crafted, limited edition wine that is the pinnacle of the McGuigan portfolio of wines. The 2007 shiraz is sourced from Langhorne Creek in the outstanding soils and climate of the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia. The fruit was picked at full ripeness off low yielding vines to ensure great flavour and acid retention.
After harvesting the grapes were crushed and the fruit underwent a cold steep for three days. Fermentation occurred at an average of 22 degrees in small open vats for seven days, followed by malo-lactic fermentation and maturation in oak barrels. The... Read more »

"sweet brambly fruit flavours in the mouth perfectly weighted with silk-like tannins"

2008 was a return to what we would classify as a “normal” vintage in Western Australia. After a hot December and January, conditions moderated to give us a perfect three months of harvest with no disease in the fruit and no inclement weather. Ideal ripeness was the order of the day.

COLOUR: Dark cherry with an unmistakable magenta hue.

NOSE: In what is atypical for Margaret River this wine has classic mulberry and blackberry notes intertwined with sumptuous vanillin oak and spicy elements

PALATE: There is an immediate wash of sweet brambly fruit flavours in the mouth perfectly weighted with silk-like tannins and balancing acidity. The oak nuances are well balanced in respect of... Read more »

"Generously proportioned, with a large amount of sweet, dark fruit, and fruitcake spice on offer"

Gold: Spiegelau International Wine Competition 2011

Gold: New Zealand International Wine Show

5 Stars: Cuisine Magazine, July 2011

"Black fruits, mocha, liquorice and spice surge from Shingleback D Block, and a seasoning of charry barrels hits exactly the right note. In the mouth it has superb balance, enhanced
by a little bottle age. A generously proportioned regional wine, warm and ripe. 'Beautifully poise,' said John Belsham and... Read more »

"rich ripe fruit including blackcurrant and strawberry yogurt like characters"

4 Stars: Winestate

Silver: London International Wine Challenge 

"Medium to deep red. The nose has great lift and intensity with a complex mix of cherry ripe, blackberries, liquorice and red current. The palate is medium weight with rich ripe fruit including blackcurrant and strawberry yogurt like characters; these are nicely balanced with some spicy oak. The wine finishes with some fine tannins and good length of sweet fruit."

2008 Vintage had ideal, warm and dry growing conditions. This meant that all the fruit ripened to ideal... Read more »

Blueberry, raspberry and chocolate pudding fill the palate bringing depth and complexity

4.5 Stars: Ralph Kyte-Powell, The Age - Melbourne 26 October 2010

"Many people are unsure of what to expect from a merlot. Authentic varietal character drives this Barossa version via a soft nose of mulberries, plums, raspberries and gentle spice, backed by a succulent, fresh, medium-bodied palate. Soft, supple tannins back it up well." Ralph Kyte-Powell, The Age - Melbourne 26 October 2010

Deep red in colour. The nose has clean ripe blackcurrant fruit with nuances of liquorice, mint and chocolate oak characters. The palate is medium bodied with an abundance of rich, sweet fruit. Blueberry, raspberry and chocolate... Read more »

"The wine has great vibrancy and poise"

Gold: Royal Adelaide Wine Show

90/100: Wine Spectator

92/100: Campbell Mattinson & Gary Walsh, Big Red Wine Book

The colour is deep red. The palate is full and complex, medium bodied. The wine is elegant and distinctive, displaying characters of berry fruit and plumb, accompanied by cherry spice characters. Supported by spicy oak complexity the tannins are balanced and complement the mouthfilling flavour. The wine has great vibrancy and poise which are evident on the long seamless finish.

2007... Read more »

"The nose features plum and bright red fruits with a hint of roasted meats, earth, pepper and exotic spices"

90/100: Tyson Stelzer

The nose features plum and bright red fruits with a hint of roasted meats, earth, pepper and exotic spices. The palate has some wonderful delicate fruit with blackberry joining the party. A touch of dried herbs adds a savoury edge with fine, lifted tannins providing a long finish. It’s cracking wine with sophistication—but don’t worry it’s still a lot of fun. Winemakers Notes

A delicious blend of Grenache/Shiraz/Mourvedre (GSM) from South Australia. The name ‘Stump Jump’ pays homage to a significant South Australian invention –... Read more »

Icon Shiraz does it again - Gold & 5 Stars!

Gold mEDAL: nziws 2011

5 Stars: Cuisine Magazine

Big, rich plummy red with concentrated sweet fruit and spicy oak flavours. A mellow, warming wine that promises to deliver even greater complexity with further bottle age.

Since the mid 1970's, Rosemount has established itself as one of Australia's leading wineries, producing a selection of wines that reflect the riches of the Australian climate combined with a firm dedication to winemaking excellence, innovation and style.

Critical acclaim in 1982, 1986 and 2000 at the International Wine and Spirit Competition... Read more »

"A well harmonised and pleasing wine"

4 Stars: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

"Fruity and supple, this is an easy drinking Merlot with lovely fruit intensity, displaying red plum, cherry, game and a hint of spice notes on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied and juicy with smooth texture and a pleasant dry finish. A well harmonised and pleasing wine. At its best: now to 2014." Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

Nugan Estate is a winery established in the Riverina area. The Estate Range is the flagship wine within the Nugan group, a family company established over 60 years ago in Griffith as a broad-based... Read more »

"Rich palate with lovely berry fruit and wood flavours" 

4 Stars: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

86/100: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

"A youthful charmer showing ripe aromas of dark plum and blueberry notes with a hint of spice complexity. It's juicy and medium-full on the palate with smooth texture and an appealing fruity finish. Very easy on the palate. At its best: now to 2014." Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

The news about Rumours has spread like a... Read more »

"medium-full and velvety with lovely fruit weight and fleshy mouthfeel"

4 Stars: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

87/100: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

"It's immediately attractive on the nose displaying dark plum, cherry and floral characters. The palate is medium-full and velvety with lovely fruit weight and fleshy mouthfeel. Not too heavy, this is a smooth Shiraz for everyday drinking. At its best: now to 2014." Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

The news about... Read more »

"an elegant interplay of oak and fruit; understated with generosity"

Silver Medal: Mundus Vini

89/100: James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion

Rolling Wines are sourced from the Central Ranges region of the vineyard. The continual cool temperatures coupled with intense sunlight, gives the fruit incredible colour and vibrant flavours. With the Rolling brand, we’ve created a range of fantastic, easy drinking wines. A great companion for food or just to enjoy on their own.

"Restrained white peach and melon bouquet; fine and focused, with an elegant interplay of oak and fruit; understated with... Read more »

"Mouth filling, with a defined palate, lifted oak and hints of chocolate"

88/100 & Special Value: James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion

Rolling Wines are sourced from the Central Ranges area our vineyard, in the foothills surrounding the town of Orange, NSW. The continual cool temperatures, coupled with intense sunlight, gives the fruit incredible colour and vibrant flavours. With the Rolling brand, we’ve created a range of fantastic, easy drinking wines. A great companion for food or just to enjoy on their own.

"Bright colour; cassis and cedar bouquet, with lavender and oak; medium-bodied, fleshy and forward; an accessible and juicy, drink early wine."  James Halliday, Australian... Read more »

"A generous wine on the palate. Lovely sweet fruit fills the mouth"

Rolling Wines are sourced from the Central Ranges area our vineyard, in the foothills surrounding the town of Orange, NSW. The continual cool temperatures, coupled with intense sunlight, gives the fruit incredible colour and vibrant flavours. With the Rolling brand, we’ve created a range of fantastic, easy drinking wines. A great companion for food or just to enjoy on their own.

Aroma: Vibrant pink in colour. Lifted berry aromas, dominated by strawberry and raspberry, open the nose with candied fruit and subtle spice.

Palate: A generous wine on the palate. Lovely sweet fruit fills the mouth. Ripe berry fruits and hint of plum are perfectly balanced by a touch of cool climate leafiness. A serious Rosé full of... Read more »

"creamy mousse lifts the palate while the wine closes with a fresh crisp finish"

Rolling Wines are sourced from the Central Ranges region of the vineyard. The continual cool temperatures, coupled with intense sunlight, gives the fruit incredible colour and vibrant flavours. With the Rolling brand we’ve created a range of fantastic, easy drinking wines. A great companion for food or just to enjoy on their own.

Aroma: A vibrant, sparkling wine with fresh, lifted apple and pear notes. Hints of nutty complexity layer the fruit driven aromas.

Palate: Fresh-cut apple and pear fruits from the Pinot Grigio and melon from the Chardonnay overlay the softly textured palate. The fine creamy mousse lifts the palate while the wine closes with a fresh crisp finish.

Eat with: Perfect as... Read more »

""berry fruit salad" of strawberries, cherries and blueberries"

4.5 STAR WINERY RATING: James Halliday s Wine Companion 2011

Sourced from premium low yielding vineyards this wine is outstanding value for a Pinot Noir. This is truly world class value. The nose is loaded with aromas from the forest floor. The palate is medium in weight with great softness and balance. It is a "berry fruit salad" of strawberries, cherries and blueberries, with a lovely dryness in the mouth. Winemakers Notes

Gotham was established in 2004 by husband and wife team Bruce Clugston and Fiona White for the first production of Gotham Shiraz. Gotham is the flagship of the company; and the 2009 vintage will mark the... Read more »

"fruit intensity backed by the subtle integration of oak"

Silver Medal: Orange Wine Show 2010

Silver Medal: Cowra Wine Show 2010

92 Points: James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2012

A vibrant and polished cassis and cedar bouquet, shoing some leafy complexity; the palate is full-bodied and muscular, with a healthy dose of gravelly tannin driving the finish. James Halliday, Australian Wine Company 2012

Aroma: Fresh blackberry & blackcurrant notes lift from the glass with hints of black olives and liquorice.

Palate: A... Read more »

"The smooth as silk palate finishes with spiced, earthy notes and dark chocolate"

Defined by altitude, Orange is one of Australia's highest and coolest wine regions starting at 600 metres above sea level. The name Climbing is an active reference to our high
altitude vineyard and our continual quest for greater achievement. The vines are low yield, providing intense flavours and even berry ripening. The wines exhibit tremendous vibrancy, whilst retaining the characteristic elegance of the high-altitude terroir.

Aroma: Lifted and bright this Merlot is fragrant with sweet plums, leafiness, hints of dark chocolate and subtle oak tones.

Palate: Ripe dark plums, black cherries and a hint of herbs layer beautifully in this medium-bodied, elegantly structured wine. The smooth as silk... Read more »

"well-weighted fruit with flavours of honey, apple and pear"

Defined by altitude, our vineyard estate near Orange, NSW is located at 550 metres above sea level. The name Climbing is an active reference to our high altitude vineyard and our continual quest for greater achievement. The vines are low yield, providing intense flavours and even berry ripening. The wines exhibit tremendous vibrancy, whilst retaining the elegance characteristic of the high altitude terroir.

Aroma: Crisp fresh granny smith apples lift from the glass with supporting notes of creamy caramelised pear, honey and citrus

Palate: The palate displays well-weighted fruit with flavours of honey, apple and pear. The supple texture and fine structure of the wine closes with a crisp acid finish.

Eat with:... Read more »

"White nectarine overlays a long, citrus backbone"

Defined by altitude, Orange is one of Australia's highest and coolest wine regions starting at 600 metres above sea level. The name Climbing is an active reference to our high-altitude vineyard and our continual quest for greater achievement. The vines are low yield, providing intense flavours and even berry ripening. The wines exhibit tremendous vibrancy, whilst retaining the elegance characteristic of the high-altitude terroir.

Aroma: Delicate white nectarine and lemon peel with a hint of cashew nuts and subtle toastiness lifting from the glass.

Palate: White nectarine overlays a long, citrus backbone. The wine finishes with fresh minerality and just a hint of toasty oak. A textured creaminess adds weight to the palate.

... Read more »

"red berry flavours fill the mouth and are complimented by boiled lollies flavours, milk chocolate notes and sweet vanilla"

Five Star winery: James Halliday Wine Companion

EXCLUSIVE TO BLACKMARKET.CO.NZ

As one might expect, this very experienced industry veteran makes consistently good, full- flavoured and smooth wines based on the pick of the crop of his extensive vineyard holdings. James Halliday's Wine Companion

The 2009 gb Shiraz shows deep purple colouring, with pleasing aromas bursting from the glass. A highly perfumed Shiraz, the bouquet features red berry fruits, spice, confectionary
notes and milk chocolate. A generous and round palate, the red berry flavours fill... Read more »

"vibrant mouth-filling fruit with cherry and plum"

"Vibrant red with some purple hues, this shiraz cabernet has aromas of red berry fruit and plums with a hint of wood. On the palate it shows vibrant mouth-filling fruit with cherry and plum, good length, a touch of wood and a soft full finish." Bairnsdale Advertiser - Mick Plozza

The grapes for this wine were picked at night to ensure that they were as cool as possible. Crushed to modern rotary fermenters the grapes were then allowed to macerate for 2 days before inoculation and fermentation. Pressed off skins 7 days later and allowed to go through the second malolactic fermentation. The wine has then had minimal handling prior to filtration for bottling.

"A classic Australian Cabernet Sauvignon"

Deep red in colour, with some purple hues, complex aromas of red berry integrate perfectly with more savoury and red pepper notes with a gentle touch of oak. The rich mouth filling palate, with flavours following through from the initial impression of berries and more complex capsicum family characters has delightful savoury notes with clean tannins and some soft background oak. A classic Australian Cabernet Sauvignon, great with red meats and any full flavoured dishes.

The grapes for this wine were picked at night to make sure that they were as cool as possible. Crushed to modern rotary fermenters the grapes were then allowed to macerate for 2 days before inoculation and fermentation. Pressed off skins 7 days later and allowed to go through the second... Read more »

"well balanced with red and dark berry fruits, good length and a soft, rounded finish"

Deep red with purple hues, the complex nose has enticing varietal aromas of cherry and blackcurrant with herbal undertones. The medium to full palate is well balanced with red and dark berry fruits, good length and a soft, rounded finish. Enjoy whilst young and fresh. This wine is the ideal partner fo perfectly roasted pork or steak grilled to your liking.

The premium Merlot grapes used in this wine have been sourced from several premium growers in South Australia. The selection of a variety of vineyards and regions results in a more complex wine of greater depth and interest, as the diff erent regions contribute components of synergistic character. An early vintage, with good ripening conditions in January and... Read more »

"earthy flavours lead into to lovely soft palate which echoes the nose with spices and fruits"

"Warm and generous, this gorgeous Shiraz is packed with blackberry, dark plum and spice aromas. The palate is succulent and richly textured with excellent fruit intensity and plenty of supple tannins providing a pleasant dry finish. A sumptuous and silky smooth wine with a huge appeal. At its best: now to 2020." Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

Australian Shiraz comes in all shapes and sizes, and the thinking of the last few years seems to have been that bigger is always better. Well, we all know that this isn’t always the case... and with people now apparently tiring of blockbusting, super-alcoholic wines which are a meal in themselves, the focus is understandably shifting to more balanced wines from... Read more »

"an explosion of raspberry flavours"

The colour is a deep inky purple. The nose is a complex mixture of ripe blackberry and plum fruit with a dash of creamy vanillin oak. The palate is medium to full bodied which starts with some sweet plummy fruit, the flavour then builds in the palate to provide an explosion of raspberry flavours. There is some lovely mouth coating tannins which combine with dark chocolate oak and fruit to provide a great depth and length of flavour.

The grapes are crushed and de-stemmed into fermenters. Yeast is added immediately once in fermenter and the ferments are pumped over twice daily to maximise colour, tannin and flavour extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25 degrees Celcius range which will allow the fruit to display maximum... Read more »

"wave of dark berry fruit and rich, chewy tannins combine to coat the palate and swamp the senses"

94/100 Points: James Halliday Australian Wine Companion

Silver Medal: 2011 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Awards, USA

Silver Medal: 2011 Sydney Royal Wine Show, class 32

Silver Medal: 2011 Royal Queensland Wine Show, class 30

Deep magenta red. A siren's song of alluring cassis and dark cherry aromas entice and tease, with hints of dark chocolate,... Read more »

"delightful combination of mulberry aromas with a hint of cream ventures"

"Dark red with magenta hues a delightful combination of mulberry aromas with a hint of cream ventures forth on first impression. The palate is full and soft displaying good berry fruit characters, black cherry, mulberry and plum, with good length. Great with just about any meat dish and fantastic with Pizza."

"Lifted ripe berry fruit aromas, with hints of earth, pepper and dark chocolate"

5 star winery: James Hallidays Wine Companion 2011

4 stars (86/100 Points): Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

"Ripe and fragrant on the nose, this appealing Shiraz displays blueberry, red plum and floral characters with a hint of mixed spice. The palate is juicy and smooth with lovely fruit flavours and supple tannins. Easy-going and immediately appealing. At its best: now to 2015." Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

Deep Crimson in appearance... Read more »

"It's fruity and gently expressed showing dark plum, spice and dried herb characters"

4 Stars: Sam Kim, The Wine Orbit

5 star winery: James Hallidays Wine Companion 2011

It's fruity and gently expressed showing dark plum, spice and dried herb characters on the nose. The medium-bodied palate is juicy and nicely weighted with a refreshing finish, backed by fine-grained tannins. A pleasing red with lovely youthful flavours. At its best: now to 2014. Sam Kim

Nugan Estate is a winery... Read more »

"A friendly and comforting red showing perfumed aromas of dark plum, blueberry, floral and subtle spice"

4 Stars: Sam Kim; The Wine Orbit

5 star winery: James Hallidays Wine Companion 2011

A friendly and comforting red showing perfumed aromas of dark plum, blueberry, floral and subtle spice. It's well fruited and supple on the palate with silky texture and a long succulent finish.

Nugan Estate is a winery established in the Riverina area. The Estate Range is the flagship wine within the Nugan group, a family company established over 60... Read more »

"Black cherry and vibrant dark berry fruits, combined with the peppery notes, toasted spice and hints of cedar"

Gold Medal: New Word Wine Awards

4.5 stars  (90/100 Points): Sam Kim, The Wine Orbit

Commendation: 2011 International Wine Challenge

A clasic Aussie blend of Shiraz and Cabernet that is one tasty mouthful.

Black cherry and vibrant dark berry fruits provide a lifted perfume, combined with the peppery notes, toasted spice and hints of cedar. Complimentary musk and earthiness add to... Read more »

gold medal winning, big aussie softie

Gold Medal: Sydney International Wine Show 2012

91/100: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

4.5 Star Winery: James Halliday Australian Wine Companion

"It's velvety smooth and succulent, showing loads of blackberry and dark plum characters with subtle chocolate and spice notes. The palate is fleshy, supple and generous with a satisfying finish. The wine is not too heavy, just sumptuous and delicious. Amazing value for money. At its best: now to 2018." Read more »

"Classic variety characters of blackcurrant and choc mint, supported by subtle oak"

Gold Medal: Cowra Wine Show 2011

4.5 Star Winery: James Halliday Australian Wine Companion

Classic variety characters of blackcurrant and choc mint, supported by subtle oak. Complex, structured and full bodied. Sand over clay soils enable us to develop balanced canopies and seed ripeness. Winemakers Notes

In the 1800’s sailing ships exchanged ballast stone from their hulls for wool and grain. Skilled Stonemasons crafted buildings on Ballast Stone Estate and around South Australia from this stone.

The Shaw family has over 35... Read more »

"ripe blackberries, blackcurrant and black cherries over hints of pencil lead, cracked pepper"

4.5 Star Winery: James Halliday Australian Wine Companion

87/100: Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate

Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2010 Stonemason Shiraz gives notes of ripe blackberries, blackcurrant and black cherries over hints of pencil lead, cracked pepper and loam. Medium to full bodied with plenty of peppery blackberry flavor in the mouth. Robert Parker

In the 1800’s sailing ships exchanged ballast stone from their hulls for wool and grain. Skilled Stonemasons crafted buildings on... Read more »

Classic Aussie red mix from the award winning, 4.5 Star rated Ballast Stone Winery 

2 x Ballast Stone Steeple Jack Shiraz 2010 

Gold Medal: Sydney International Wine Show 2012

"It's velvety smooth and succulent, showing loads of blackberry and dark plum characters with subtle chocolate and spice notes. The palate is fleshy, supple and generous with a satisfying finish. The wine is not too heavy, just sumptuous and delicious. Amazing value for money. At its best: now to 2018." Sam Kim, Wine Orbit.

2 x Ballast Stone Stonemason Shiraz

Read more »

Slang for “in the middle of nowhere”, Woop Woop isn’t a bad name for a ripper Aussie wine

90/100 Points: James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2011

5 stars (93/100 points): Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

"This is such a pure expression of Shiraz - abundant fruit flavours of blackberry and dark plum with subtle spice notes. It's friendly, meltingly-sweet and silky smooth on the palate, leading to a long tasty finish. It's hard to resist the loveable succulent flavours. At its best: now to 2016." Sam... Read more »

"Ripe aromas of black raspberry, licorice and a touch of vanilla"

90 Points 4.5 Glasses: 2011 James Halliday Australian Wine Companion

Glass-staining ruby. Ripe aromas of black raspberry, licorice and a touch of vanilla. Generous and open, with a spicy quality to the sweet flavors of raspberry, cherry and candied violet. This delivers a lot of mid-palate sweetness and very good finishing clarity and spiciness.

From the McLaren Vale region of Australia, The Black Chook Wines are packed full of character.

The 2009 The Black Chook Shiraz is the seventh vintage of this cleverly crafted Shiraz with just a touch of Viognier.  The seamless integration of Shiraz co-fermented with Viognier,... Read more »

"creme de cassis, ripe plums and blueberry preserves with hints of tree bark and toast"

89/100: Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate

Winery of the Year: Wine and Spirits Magazine Award

Best All-Round Winery: Houston International Wine Competition

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2009 The Footbolt Shiraz has pronounced notes of creme de cassis, ripe plums and blueberry preserves with hints of tree bark and toast. Medium-full bodied and very crisp on the palate, it has medium-firm chewy tannins and a good amount of warm berry flavors lingering... Read more »

Sweetly fruited and juicy, it closely resembles a high level Cotes du Rhone

89/100: Robert Parker's The Wines Advocate

Winery of the Year: Wine and Spirits Magazine Award 2011

Best All-Round Winery: Houston International Wine Competition 2011

D’Arenberg’s next tier of reds begins with the 2007 The Custodian Grenache. It is dark ruby-colored with a perfumed nose of spice box and cherry. Sweetly fruited and juicy, it closely resembles a high level Cotes du Rhone. On the palate, it is a bit leaner and racier in style than the past few vintages.... Read more »

"juicy black currant flavor, it has lively acid, firm tannins and a long finish"

Winery of the Year: Wine and Spirits Magazine Award 2011 

Best All-Round Winery: Houston International Wine Competition 2011

The 2009 The High Trellis Cabernet Sauvignon displays a deep garnet-purple with aromas of black currant cordial and Mediterranean herbs plus some underbrush and loam. Medium to full-bodied, with plenty of juicy black currant flavor, it has lively acid, firm, chewy tannins and a long finish. Drinking now, it should keep to 2016

d’Arenberg is one of the most significant wineries in McLaren Vale. In 1912 Joseph... Read more »

"The Wine Men's Cab Sauv is a standout, especially at this price!"

4.5 STAR WINERY RATING: James Halliday's Wine Companion 2011

The Wine Men of Gotham Cabernet Sauvignon will undoubtedly get you in the mood to drink blistering Cabernet with masses of silky cool currants with a lick of medium toast spicy oak. The Wine Men's Cab Sauv is a standout, especially at this price! Big South Australian red done really well still seduces every time, though rarely can you see it for close to this price.

Gotham was established in 2004 by husband and wife team Bruce Clugston and Fiona White for the first production of Gotham Shiraz. Gotham is the flagship of the company; and the 2009 vintage will mark the sixth... Read more »