Langmeil Barossa Fifth Wave Grenache 2016 [75cl] Australia

92 points - "Pale garnet colored, the 2010 The Fifth Wave Grenache opens up to aromas of raspberry coulis, kirsch and stewed tea with hints of baking spices, rose petals and black pepper. Very full-bodied with tons of spicy red berry preserves flavors, it has a medium level of velvety tannins, a lively acid line and a very long finish. Drink it now to 2019+." Lisa Perrotti-Brown, eRobertParker.com, 1 March 2014

94 points - "Very earthy on the nose and conversely fruity in the mouth, it settles as it travels and comes together in the middle of the palate really giving pleasure from that point onwards. 94 points and within price bounds of $40."Tony Keys, The Key Review of Wine, September 2013

For the eight consecutive year Langmeil winery has retained its Five Red Star rating in James Hallidays Australian Wine Companion placing it in the top 5% of premium Australian winemakers. A Five Red Star rating indicates an outstanding winery regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity reaffirming Langmeil`s status as one of Australia`s finest producers

"You notice the alcohol in it - it's pretty high - but there's no doubting it's a beautiful drink. Exemplarary in fact. It tastes of dried cherries and earth, chicory and woodsmoke, with sweet raisiny characters ramping up the Yum-factor. Fine tannin. Singing length. Delicious."

Woodstock "The Octogenarian" Grenache 2014/15 [75cl] Australia

Tony Love - The Advertiser ‘Top 100 Wines’ November 2011
Taking grenache blends into relatively new territory in Australia, this is a beautifully weighted wine with gorgeous fragrant spices to begin and a stylish carriage of juicy flavours, the addition of tempranillo creating a smoothness and drinkable appeal. This wine begs to be looked at again and again.

94 Points

David Prestipino - Sunday Times Perth, July 2012

The name might be a mouthful, but so is the wine. Born from 80 year old grenache vines (with 15 percent tempranillo added), this sumptuous, savoury drop is a big-occasion wine. Rated: 92 pts

Tony Love – The Advertiser ‘Top 100 Wines’ November 2011 Woodstock 'The OCTOgenarian' Grenache Tempranillo 2010 Tony Love - The Advertiser ‘Top 100 Wines’ November 2011 Taking grenache blends into relatively new territory in Australia, this is a beautifully weighted wine with gorgeous fragrant spices to begin and a stylish carriage of juicy flavours, the addition of tempranillo creating a smoothness and drinkable appeal. This wine begs to be looked at again and again. 94 Points

Clear deep dark purple colour. Pure and very intense aromas reminiscent of red berry fruit such as cranberries, red cherries and raspberries combined with mineral notes of flint and hints of eucalyptus. The palate is dry, full bodied with rich concentrated juicy fruit, firm but ripe tannins and a refreshing acidity making this a great food wine that will age very well for 4-6 years.

Jaboulet Gigondas Pierre Augille 2017

The name of this vineyard comes from the craggy, erosion-worn mountain which shelters the vineyard. The Appellation Gigondas was awarded by decree in 1971. A blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10 % Mourvèdre sourced from vines of an average age of 40 years old. The wine is vinified traditionally and aged for 6 months in oak casks. The resulting wine has an aromatic nose with red fruits developing into notes of macerated fruits. Straightforward attack on the palate, with strong tannins, finishing with great depth and strength.

A lovely wine boasting fresh aromas of red fruit, spices and cedar. Palate is lively with fine tannins in the background. Nothing over-complicated, just a great pick from this up-coming region.

Jaboulet Les Traverses Ventoux Red [75cl] France 2018

‘Les Traverses’ are the dry stone walls which were built to support and protect the slopes in Ventoux from the significant erosion caused by the strong Mistral winds. 40+ year old vines on average From the foothills of the Mont Ventoux – clay and limestone soils with south/southwest exposure 80% Grenache, 20% Syrah Aged in 20% large older barrel and 80% in stainless tanks Blood orange, raspberry, fresh pepper and wild herbs emerge from this delicious Ventoux Rouge. Incredibly sappy and persistent with laser focus and precision. When they are well-made by a gifted winemaker, reds from Ventoux are usually excellent value. This one really is, boasting fresh aromas of red fruit, spices and cedar. Palate is fruity and lively with fine tannins in the background. Nothing over complicated, this bottle is a great pick for your everyday drink!

Paul Jaboulet Paralelle 45 Cotes du Rhone Rouge2018 The 45th Parallel is the line of latitude that signifies the halfway point between the North Pole and the Equator. Passing just a couple of kilometres from Jaboulet's cellars, it is also seen as the unofficial boundary of the South of France. Made from 60% Grenache, this wine has the Southern Rhône's classically warm, ripe feel with red fruits blended with spices. Well-structured on the palate with rounded tannins and a final spicy note.

Jaboulet Cotes du Rhone Rouge Secret de Famille 2014 Sourced exclusively from family farms that are increasingly practicing sustainable farming. 50% of the fruit is declassified Côtes du Rhône-Villages (including the elite hamlets of Cairanne and Plan Dieu). Clay and calcareous soils. Northern style Côtes du Rhône, with beautiful fresh Syrah character. Notes of wild berries, white pepper, lavender and cherries. This balanced red finishes with incredibly juicy Grenache love.

2017