Dr Loosen Dr L Riesling is an affordable ($$$) white wine from the Mosel Saar Ruwer region of Germany. It is an entry level wine from a very popular German producer that is a good, dry example of a typical German Riesling. It is easy to drink and shows more weight and texture in comparison to…
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DRINKS – Waratah Hills Pinot Noir – $$$$
Waratah Hills Pinot Noir – is a special ($$$$) red wine from the Gippsland region in Victoria, Australia. It is a beautiful example of Gippsland Pinot – light, fragrant with a classic savoriness. It is only available at Cellar Door from the winery, but is well worth a visit if you are down in Gippsland. They…
DRINKS – Vina Emeralda – $$
Vina Emeralda is a bargain ($$) white wine from the Catalunya region of Spain. It is a blended white wine of Muscatel & Gewurztraminer which I immediately expected to result in a sweet wine. Instead, I found it to be fruity, light with just a hint of sweetness. I love it because it worked well with the Simply Spanish menu,…
DRINKS – McWilliam’s Mount Pleasant Elizabeth Semillon – $$
McWilliam’s Mount Pleasant Elizabeth Semillon is an absolute bargain ($$) for what it is! It is an iconic, classic Australian white made in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, Australia. I discovered this wine at Costco! I was not quite sure what it would be like but the age (2007) and price drew me…
DRINKS – Abel’s Tempest Chardonnay Pinot Noir – $$$$
Abel’s Tempest Chardonnay Pinot Noir is a special ($$$$) sparkling white wine from the Tasmanian region of Australia. It is a clean, fresh, crisp sparkling wine that is exceptional quality for the price. It is a bit costly, which is why I would not drink it every day. However, it is great for a special occasion if…
DRINKS – Wirra Wirra Mrs Wigley Grenache Rose – $$
Wirra Wirra Mrs Wigley Grenache Rose is a great value for money ($$) rose wine from the Mclaren Vale region of Victoria, Australia. It is made from Grenache grapes and is much sweeter than any of the other roses reviewed in this blog. It is light, with a touch of sweetness, making it great with spicy food….
DRINKS – Baddaginnie Run Estate Verdelho – $$
Baddaginnie Run Estate Verdelho is a great value for money ($$) white wine from the Strathbogie Ranges region of Victoria, Australia. I discovered it at my local farmer’s market – unfortunately, I have not seen it stocked anywhere else but you can purchase it online from the Baddaginnie Run website. I have tried all of their wines and am a…
DRINKS – Catena Malbec – $$$
Catena Malbec is an affordable ($$$) red wine from the Mendoza region of Argentina. It is big, bold but silky smooth. It is nice to come across a red that has a real strong character but is so easy to drink! I love it because it is a really great wine to have with steak and…
DRINKS – William Fevre Chablis – $$$
William Fevre Chablis is an affordable ($$$) popular white wine from the Chablis region of France. It is an entry level wine that embodies the essence and unique flavours of Chablis and is best compared to an Australian unwooded, minerally, dry style Chardonnay. I love it because it is a light white wine that is…
DRINKS – Cosme Palacio Cosecha Rioja – $$
Cosme Palacio Cosecha Rioja is a great value for money ($$) red wine from the Rioja region of Spain. It is a medium bodied red wine that is excellent served with any red meats, particularly slow cooked dishes. I love it because it is so smooth and easy to drink – perfect for a cool autumn…