The “NOW” is the producer’s acronym for “natural organic wine,” and this one lives up to the...
Dandelion Vineyards, McLaren Vale (Australia) Petite Sirah 2021
Before you scoff at the seemingly outrageous price for this Petite Sirah, keep in mind that this stuff, handled properly,...
Dandelion Vineyards, McLaren Vale (South Australia) 2021
I don’t know if the fanciful name is a nod to Wes Anderson’s great motion picture, but I would say that the...
S.C. Pannell, McLaren Vale (Australia) Tempranillo 2019
Tempranillo is a grape variety most commonly associated with Spain. However, this Iberian Peninsula variety is also...
Kay Brothers, McLaren Vale (Australia) Shiraz 2019
Kay Brothers "Hillside" is a very enjoyable Shiraz, one where the regional menthol character is nicely folded...
Vintage Longbottom, McLaren Vale (Australia) Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre 2020
Here’s a solid representative of GSM style — or SGM in this particular case — with Aussie flair. ...
Vintage Longbottom, McLaren Vale (Australia) Shiraz 2019
Full throttle blueberry pie aromas get your attention right up front on the nose, with mild meaty and peppery notes...
d’Arenberg, McLaren Vale (Australia) Viognier – Marsanne 2020
Well-known for its success with red Rhône-style wines, d’Arenberg has upped its game with this 2020 white...
Wakefield / Taylors, McLaren Vale (Australia) Shiraz 2019
I really appreciate this brand's continued effort to deliver quality Shiraz at several price points. This new artist...
Henry’s Drive, McLaren Vale (Australia) Shiraz / Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
I like the power of red fruit over the more typical black fruit in this glass, with notes of pepper and cedar chest adding...
Kay Brothers, McLaren Vale (Australia) Shiraz 2017
There’s a lot to like in this classy expression of McLaren Vale Shiraz. It’s a fairly late release from...
Dandelion Vineyards, McLaren Vale (Australia) Shiraz 2019
Dandelion Vineyards is a dependable label that always succeeds at showing a sense of place, and the Lioness roars it out...