Australia & NZ
These far-flung wine regions may be referred to ‘new’ when compared against the historic European wine regions, but they have a long winemaking history. Spared from Phylloxera, Australia in particular has world's highest concentration of venerable vines and legendary producers such as Penfolds, Henschke and Tyrell’s have been around for over 150 years. Though for many years piggybacking on Europe’s successes, branding their own wines as ‘Chablis’, ‘Hermitage’ etc., Australia now have created a real identity of their own, making inimitable styles like Coonawarra Cabernet or Hunter Valley Semillon.
New Zealand doesn’t quite have as an extensive history but has established itself in an astonishingly short amount of time as a reliable source of whistle clean, distinctive examples of varietals like Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc.
Australia & NZ
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Western Australia | 1 | 99 (RJO) |
Inc. TAX
€2,025.07 |
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Ray Jordan (99)It would not surprise me if this was considered the greatest Leeuwin chardonnay yet. You would get no argument from me... there is elegance and power here. Subtle layered wine. It was a year of great concentration and power. Has pear and lime character that is part of the DNA. The fruit is generous, especially about the mid palate. Has a subtle and not overstated flinty character with a lift of spice. The oak is brilliantly managed and complementary. It's very tight and precise and the whole-bunch technique gives it that stalky, phenolics character. There's a savoury almond meal character on the finish. Incredible length and power here. The minerally character on the finish is quite pronounced. In the top three, certainly, of any Leeuwin chardonnay. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 91 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€481.57 |
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Vinous (91)Shiraz is on the move in Margaret River as evidenced by this delightful release from the 2019 Art Series. It offers up sensational aromas of mulberry, blackberry, clove and white pepper with some stalky notes providing a tantalising start. There is plenty of fleshy fruit flavour as well with jube and fruits pastilles with a dusting of toasted cloves. A supple finish only adds to immediate drinkability as does fine length. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€389.32 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Has been through a few subtle iterations in recent years and this one reverts to a previous style which is more generous and immediately flavoursome. Has a creamy texture with a light lemon curd and peachy stone fruit all held with deliberate restraint to give it that extra polish and classy dimension. |
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South Australia | 2 | 92 (WS) |
Inc. TAX
€486.32 |
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Wine Spectator (92)Compelling and aromatic, with details of palo santo, sandalwood and sarsaparilla and a core of chocolate-covered cherries, espresso and wild blackberry notes. The tannins are thick and concentrated, but integrated seamlessly, adding to the impact of this lovely wine. Drink now through 2036. 6,132 cases made, 3,892 cases imported. |
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South Australia | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€470.14 |
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South Australia | 1 | 92 (WS) |
Inc. TAX
€758.11 |
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Wine Spectator (92)Thick, with sink-your-teeth-into-them tannins and powerful, ripe blackberry, huckleberry and blueberry flavors that show aromatic accents of allspice, Earl Grey tea, vanilla bean, milk chocolate and dried violet on the finish. Drink now through 2036. 45,165 cases made, 32,950 cases imported |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€449.71 |
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South Australia | 2 | 91 (WS) |
Inc. TAX
€509.71 |
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Wine Spectator (91)Expressive and fragrant, a bold red with toffee, salted caramel and black walnut liqueur notes set against ripe plum, maraschino and black cherry notes. Details of cardamon and clove linger with plush tannins on the long, expressive finish. Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2035. 10,076 cases made, 7,193 cases imported. |
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Victoria | 40 | - |
Inc. TAX
€939.42 |
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Offering a symphony of senses in every sip, Paringa Estate Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2019 is a brilliantly crafted, elegant wine from Australia. This exquisite Pinot Noir is graciously nurtured on the sun-kissed slopes of Mornington Peninsula, yielding a vibrant profile of mixed red berries, subtle hint of spice and silky tannins. Paringa Estate is renowned for their precision and attention to detail, which is apparent in their whole bunch fermented and barrel matured process that result in complex, layered wines. Made in small batches, using open fermenters and matured in French oak, Paringa Estate Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2019 is a beautiful embodiment of the region's unique terroir. This radiant red carries a long and captivating finish, sure to delight the discerning palate. Enjoy now, or cellar for a developing complexity that will further enchant over time. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,027.16 |
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Experience the authentic taste of Australian perfection with the Parker Terra Rossa Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra Estate 1998. Crafted in the prestigious Coonawarra region of South Australia, reputed for its unique Terra Rossa soil, this exquisite Cabernet Sauvignon exudes a rich amalgam of impeccable balance and robust flavour. The esteemed estate's commitment to traditional methods, coupled with modern precision, has yielded a wine of remarkable depth and character. Expect an intense bouquet of blackcurrant, cedar, and sage melded with the subtle undertone of French oak, hailing from the 22 months maturation in barrique barrels. On the palate, this full-bodied, vintage gem offers radiant, layered consistency, plump tannins and a lingering, harmonious finish. The Parker Estate, founded by John and hand. Faye Parker in 1985, has a laudable reputation for meticulously crating wines that reflect the vineyard's particular magical 'terroir'. This Parker Terra Rossa Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra Estate 1998 is unequivocally a testament to their sterling craft. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€943.56 |
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Experience the luxuriant flavour of The Colonial Estate Explorateur Shiraz Barossa 2005, a distinguished vintage crafted with precision in Australia's famed Barossa Valley. This exquisite selection springs from the award-winning The Colonial Estate, globally renowned for their dedication to authentic, high-quality vintages. Known for its intense burgundy hue, the Explorateur Shiraz speaks tactile intensity via an intoxicating bouquet of ripe blackberries, plums, and spice. Produced through traditional vinification processes, each grape is impeccably hand-selected ensuring the finished bottle mirrors the overarching richness of the Barossa vineyard itself. Relish the symbiotic harmony of French and American oak maturity which has allowed this eminent Shiraz a silkiness that cascades smoothly across the palate, rounded out by a lingering pepper-accented finish. The Colonial Estate Explorateur Shiraz Barossa 2005 promises a decadent sensorial journey, an essential addition to any discerning connoisseur's collection. |
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South Australia | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€466.76 |
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Vinous (93)Inky violet. Minty cassis and blackberry on the nose, with an array of floral, herbal and mineral qualities adding interest. Deep and sweet but structured, with powerful dark berry and bitter cherry flavors, firm tannic grip and superb finishing thrust. Gains in sweetness with air but remains balanced, offering a beautifully judged interplay of fruit and tannin. |
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Victoria | 1 | 94 (HWC) |
Inc. TAX
€1,069.16 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (94)A 75/25% blend, hand-picked and sorted, 65% crushed and destemmed, 30% whole berry, 5% whole bunches, open-fermented, 10-14 days on skins, matured in used French oak. Malbec functions as shiraz does in conjunction with cabernet, in each case filling the mid-palate and softening the cabernet tannins if needs be. This is a luscious wine, but doesn't have the drive of its '17 siblings. |
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Victoria | 1 | 95 (HWC) |
Inc. TAX
€894.37 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (95)Relatively bright but light colour; a super-elegant, supple palate and spotless bouquet; natural acidity gives the wine its special brightness and length; new French oak and tannins play a pure support role to a classy wine which has tremendous length. |
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Victoria | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€680.14 |
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Western Australia | 1 | 99 (RJO) |
In Bond
€1,650.00 |
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Ray Jordan (99)It would not surprise me if this was considered the greatest Leeuwin chardonnay yet. You would get no argument from me... there is elegance and power here. Subtle layered wine. It was a year of great concentration and power. Has pear and lime character that is part of the DNA. The fruit is generous, especially about the mid palate. Has a subtle and not overstated flinty character with a lift of spice. The oak is brilliantly managed and complementary. It's very tight and precise and the whole-bunch technique gives it that stalky, phenolics character. There's a savoury almond meal character on the finish. Incredible length and power here. The minerally character on the finish is quite pronounced. In the top three, certainly, of any Leeuwin chardonnay. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 91 (VN) |
In Bond
€364.00 |
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Vinous (91)Shiraz is on the move in Margaret River as evidenced by this delightful release from the 2019 Art Series. It offers up sensational aromas of mulberry, blackberry, clove and white pepper with some stalky notes providing a tantalising start. There is plenty of fleshy fruit flavour as well with jube and fruits pastilles with a dusting of toasted cloves. A supple finish only adds to immediate drinkability as does fine length. |
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Western Australia | 1 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
€287.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Has been through a few subtle iterations in recent years and this one reverts to a previous style which is more generous and immediately flavoursome. Has a creamy texture with a light lemon curd and peachy stone fruit all held with deliberate restraint to give it that extra polish and classy dimension. |
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South Australia | 2 | 92 (WS) |
In Bond
€359.00 |
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Wine Spectator (92)Compelling and aromatic, with details of palo santo, sandalwood and sarsaparilla and a core of chocolate-covered cherries, espresso and wild blackberry notes. The tannins are thick and concentrated, but integrated seamlessly, adding to the impact of this lovely wine. Drink now through 2036. 6,132 cases made, 3,892 cases imported. |
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South Australia | 2 | - |
In Bond
€347.00 |
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South Australia | 1 | 92 (WS) |
In Bond
€584.00 |
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Wine Spectator (92)Thick, with sink-your-teeth-into-them tannins and powerful, ripe blackberry, huckleberry and blueberry flavors that show aromatic accents of allspice, Earl Grey tea, vanilla bean, milk chocolate and dried violet on the finish. Drink now through 2036. 45,165 cases made, 32,950 cases imported |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
In Bond
€327.00 |
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South Australia | 2 | 91 (WS) |
In Bond
€377.00 |
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Wine Spectator (91)Expressive and fragrant, a bold red with toffee, salted caramel and black walnut liqueur notes set against ripe plum, maraschino and black cherry notes. Details of cardamon and clove linger with plush tannins on the long, expressive finish. Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2035. 10,076 cases made, 7,193 cases imported. |
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Victoria | 40 | - |
In Bond
€738.00 |
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Offering a symphony of senses in every sip, Paringa Estate Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2019 is a brilliantly crafted, elegant wine from Australia. This exquisite Pinot Noir is graciously nurtured on the sun-kissed slopes of Mornington Peninsula, yielding a vibrant profile of mixed red berries, subtle hint of spice and silky tannins. Paringa Estate is renowned for their precision and attention to detail, which is apparent in their whole bunch fermented and barrel matured process that result in complex, layered wines. Made in small batches, using open fermenters and matured in French oak, Paringa Estate Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2019 is a beautiful embodiment of the region's unique terroir. This radiant red carries a long and captivating finish, sure to delight the discerning palate. Enjoy now, or cellar for a developing complexity that will further enchant over time. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
In Bond
€819.00 |
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Experience the authentic taste of Australian perfection with the Parker Terra Rossa Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra Estate 1998. Crafted in the prestigious Coonawarra region of South Australia, reputed for its unique Terra Rossa soil, this exquisite Cabernet Sauvignon exudes a rich amalgam of impeccable balance and robust flavour. The esteemed estate's commitment to traditional methods, coupled with modern precision, has yielded a wine of remarkable depth and character. Expect an intense bouquet of blackcurrant, cedar, and sage melded with the subtle undertone of French oak, hailing from the 22 months maturation in barrique barrels. On the palate, this full-bodied, vintage gem offers radiant, layered consistency, plump tannins and a lingering, harmonious finish. The Parker Estate, founded by John and hand. Faye Parker in 1985, has a laudable reputation for meticulously crating wines that reflect the vineyard's particular magical 'terroir'. This Parker Terra Rossa Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra Estate 1998 is unequivocally a testament to their sterling craft. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
In Bond
€749.00 |
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Experience the luxuriant flavour of The Colonial Estate Explorateur Shiraz Barossa 2005, a distinguished vintage crafted with precision in Australia's famed Barossa Valley. This exquisite selection springs from the award-winning The Colonial Estate, globally renowned for their dedication to authentic, high-quality vintages. Known for its intense burgundy hue, the Explorateur Shiraz speaks tactile intensity via an intoxicating bouquet of ripe blackberries, plums, and spice. Produced through traditional vinification processes, each grape is impeccably hand-selected ensuring the finished bottle mirrors the overarching richness of the Barossa vineyard itself. Relish the symbiotic harmony of French and American oak maturity which has allowed this eminent Shiraz a silkiness that cascades smoothly across the palate, rounded out by a lingering pepper-accented finish. The Colonial Estate Explorateur Shiraz Barossa 2005 promises a decadent sensorial journey, an essential addition to any discerning connoisseur's collection. |
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South Australia | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
€352.00 |
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Vinous (93)Inky violet. Minty cassis and blackberry on the nose, with an array of floral, herbal and mineral qualities adding interest. Deep and sweet but structured, with powerful dark berry and bitter cherry flavors, firm tannic grip and superb finishing thrust. Gains in sweetness with air but remains balanced, offering a beautifully judged interplay of fruit and tannin. |
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Victoria | 1 | 94 (HWC) |
In Bond
€854.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (94)A 75/25% blend, hand-picked and sorted, 65% crushed and destemmed, 30% whole berry, 5% whole bunches, open-fermented, 10-14 days on skins, matured in used French oak. Malbec functions as shiraz does in conjunction with cabernet, in each case filling the mid-palate and softening the cabernet tannins if needs be. This is a luscious wine, but doesn't have the drive of its '17 siblings. |
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Victoria | 1 | 95 (HWC) |
In Bond
€708.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (95)Relatively bright but light colour; a super-elegant, supple palate and spotless bouquet; natural acidity gives the wine its special brightness and length; new French oak and tannins play a pure support role to a classy wine which has tremendous length. |
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Victoria | 1 | - |
In Bond
€522.00 |
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