Couldn't resist getting a case of the 2013 Clarendon Hills even though I am very well stocked with some superb wines (I am looking at you Rug) and after reading the Mattinson review for Halliday which is for the 2014 I was pushed over the edge:
It's an inky, full-bodied, muscular wine with blackcurrant, bay leaf, graphite and wood smoke flavours powering through the palate. It acts as though it's the last authority on cabernet sauvignon; every step along the way it feels in total command.
Can't wait to try it....
I have also got Clarendon Hills Brookman cab 2013, and tries with Clarendon Hills Brookman cab 2005 vintage as well with a few friends. Both vintages are very good. Ordered another 10 cases, on top of 3 cases orders a couple of days ago. Very good deal!Tried the Clarendon Hills Brookman cab tonight, very happy, ordered another case. The above review wouldn't be far off the 2013 either. Even the bottle is commanding. Sort of reminded me of Shadrach; both big cabs i suppose so maybe that's a simplistic comparison.
Tried a few stores (alexandria, wolli creek, kingsford, double bay) in sydney and no joy "No stores in this area currently have this product available"
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Just received my CH as well. Only had a quick look at the bottle before heading out for work but it seem to be cork enclosure rather than screw cap as per website. What did others receive? Thought I would share.
Just received my CH as well. Only had a quick look at the bottle before heading out for work but it seems to be cork enclosure rather than screw cap as per website. What did others receive? Thought I would share.
Just received my CH as well. Only had a quick look at the bottle before heading out for work but it seems to be cork enclosure rather than screw cap as per website. What did others receive? Thought I would share.
This has my interest, anyone tried it before. Price and Vivino score would indicate a bargain. Shopback has 10% off, DM usually uses full price for cashback. Would come back at around $9 a bottle?? Would 2011 be getting a bit risky for Malbec age wise?
Raul Joffre Premium Malbec 2011
They do not give too much away on secret wires...they probably use the same photo for all
but quite clearly shows cork on Dan's original offer (even though wrongly described)
Tried the Clarendon Hills Brookman cab tonight, very happy, ordered another case. The above review wouldn't be far off the 2013 either. Even the bottle is commanding. Sort of reminded me of Shadrach; both big cabs i suppose so maybe that's a simplistic comparison.
If history is any guide, expect to see the current vintage dumped in the next two months (assuming there's anything left to dump). I think this has already started. Prices usually heavily discounted. $15 is my target price.
Of course everyone has a price point that they are happy with. I just wouldn't be happy paying more than $20 for a wine that I know I could get for $15. Every dollar is important when buying wine
Same with the current Wynns/Riddoch deal or Penfolds BIN 389. For me the $160 is just a fair price for Wynns/Riddoch. The black label can normally be had sub $20 and it doesn't take much looking to get the Riddoch for $60. So 5 x $20 + 1 x $60 is about the right price. Not good enough for me to buy, given I have already purchased enough of those wines at that price point already. And BIN 389 is available sub $50 once or twice a year if you stack the discounts.
Got the 2015 and tried one last night. Very lovely and, without doing a side-by-side, probably better than the 2013. Have ordered some more with the current BONUS2000 Flybuys points on offer and 3.5% CB.Haselgrove Twist Primitivo at First Choice. A decent primitivo, not sure of the vintage yet. Comes back at $12.48 a bottle (if buying 3 + 3free) using $10 newsletter signup, and 3.15% CR ($5.15 CR)
I'm guessing they're only available for click and collect for people in those postcodes. Or people who are close enough to lie and then drive over.
At present your best bet is auction.Hi Dr Ralph
RE your comment above about getting JR for $60..
Can you advise any JR for $60 at the moment ? Have been searching online and cannot see anything..
Thanks
Shopback are running a promo with Dan murphys currently 12% cashback on wine
Dan Murphy's Promo Code, Sale + Cashback April 2019
and a number of wines at 50% off
(Ulithorne Dona GSM 2016 | Elysian Springs Honey Block Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2018 | Caves Reve De La Mer 2016 750ml | Parker Coonawarra Estate Pinot Noir Rosé 2017 | Kangarilla Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 | Wills Domain Cuvée d' Elevage Chardonnay Pin )
I did the 50% case of 6 of Giant Steps Harry's Monster 2017 - $54.99 per bottle ($27.49 after CashBack). Good pricing!