Wine and drinks writer馃嵎馃槑 Author: Grenache - Barossa Grown, Rugby tragic and a some time Super Rugby TMO Instagram: @QwineReviews

Australia
Joined March 2009
This Chardonnay from Macedon Ranges producer Paramoor arrives with both arms open, inviting you straight into its generous embrace. buff.ly/BLI6NFR
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From the first pour, this GSM from Pikes in the Clare Valley has an infectious energy about it. One sniff and you're already halfway to the second glass. buff.ly/iW4Tx8d
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#WineoftheWeek - This is a wine that is more about the quality of the winemaker than the product itself. Quality is nurtured in the vineyard before the grips of human hand go about their work, but like many things, there are exceptions to the rule. buff.ly/cvmF8K0
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This Jericho Ros茅 doesn't waste any time making friends. From the first sip, it's all charm, comfort and easy appeal. buff.ly/6sjFMcm
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The Alfresco range from Berton Vineyard is all about bringing food and wine together in joyous harmony. In this case, Barbera is a classic wine to pair with food. buff.ly/XDuSKkE
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Easy going, simple fizz. Doing precisely what it was made for, this Hidden Sea Prosecco is a glass full of fun. buff.ly/NLJ7spN
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A rough day at the office will be soothed by the smooth lines and composure of this Chardonnay from Pauletts. buff.ly/gRBXjKB
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The drinkability of this Trueheart Pinot Grigio makes it an easy share for casual gatherings. buff.ly/lAVJXxK
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Wonderfully aromatic, it launches with fragrant white field flowers, citrus blossom and lemon zest. buff.ly/Dk7S80E
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Lily flowers and crisp green apple aromas make an immediate impression, with lemon zest and lime leaf adding a bright, citrusy lift. buff.ly/pCyHjqD
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One of the releases I look forward to every year is the O'Leary Walker Rieslings. Sitting the Watervale and Polish Hill River alongside one another is always a treat. But this year, the 2026 vintage hits different. buff.ly/rUClBJo
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I first came across this wine back in June on the trophy judging bench at the Royal Queensland Wine Show and I was hooked. At the time I didn't know what it was as it was served blind, but damn, it left an impression! buff.ly/Z8uM6OT
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An excellent Riesling from a vintage that did everything it could to halt progress, this wears every one of those 95 points with flashing lights. Bravo! buff.ly/lQVKNPl
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There's a youthful tension here that remained evident even on day two of tasting. As ever with Curly Flat releases, it never fully unwound, instead holding its shape with a quiet confidence that suggests patience will be rewarded. buff.ly/VMzVNJF
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First produced in 2001 from a site planted by Jason Schwarz's parents at Bethany, there's a confidence and sense of place that shines through from the outset. buff.ly/SrHzkyF
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This Best's Great Western Bin No.1 Shiraz is all about precision and finesse, and the scary part is that it only gets better the longer you spend with it. buff.ly/agpAlW9
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This GSM from Lost Buoy Wines is a wonderful reminder that sometimes the blend is greater than the sum of its parts. An excellent wine, resisting a top-up is futile. buff.ly/7MZErs5
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From the producers of Lambrook Wines comes this new project, Lost Buoy. Sourced from McLaren Vale, these wines pop off the shelf with their eye-catching labels. buff.ly/HJzXfPI
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There is no denying the consistency of these Hidden Sea wines. Be it the Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay or this Ros茅, they nail the brief as approachable, crowd-pleasing wines at a good price. buff.ly/xwPW3ai
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It's easy to see how this Hidden Sea Chardonnay would appeal to a broad church. buff.ly/KCqKYvA
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