Far too easy to drink! For a brief moment I wondered if this bottle truly contained 750ml because I was surprised and dismayed to find myself midway through the bottle… Read More
Minimalist Wines Stars in the Dark 2021
Category: Red Wines
Domaine Jamet Côtes du Rhône 2019
I don’t think there’s much more to say about this wine…everything’s already been said. If I were to add my two cents to this well documented treat: it’s far too… Read More
Pio Cesare Langhe Nebbiolo 2018
2022 has been the year of international wines. And it has been a wonderfully educational journey that’s, above all, given me a better understanding of the cultures and climates of… Read More
Kara-Tara Pinot Noir 2020
As much as I love to side eye Pinot for being needy and pricey, there really isn’t anything quite like the incredible bouquet that the grape offers. And this wine… Read More
BlankBottle 1 Click Off 2021
If it walks like a duck… See my final thoughts for how I bombed this very obvious grape in a blind tasting. As always, Pieter is far better than anyone… Read More
Lelie van Saron Syrah 2020
This translates to ‘Lily of Saron’. Saron is the name of the Natasha Williams’ hometown. She talks about the lily being symbolic of purity and humility, reflecting her winemaking philosophy.… Read More
Illimis Cinsault 2020
Full disclosure…I am slightly biased when it comes to the Illimis wines. Lucinda’s winemaking philosophy will resonate with most of us: ‘Wine should be a window to where its vineyard… Read More
Domaine Foillard Morgon Cuveé Corcelette 2012
Nobody needs another review for this wine, but here it is…perhaps there’s some novelty in the age.