Dan Murphy's and Other Wine Deals

[Andrew04]

That's very cheap for those wines. Well spotted. Wonder why they'd be closing/selling off

Any reviews/advice on the 2016 vs 2017 Shiraz?
Looks like positive reviews for both.

Fair difference in alcohol % between them, according to their website (13.4% vs 14.2%).

Should have made it clearer, that the above question was in relation to the Caillard Shiraz.
Has anyone tried either vintage? Reviews?

 

[Bill Bosworth]

Should have made it clearer, that the above question was in relation to the Caillard Shiraz.
Has anyone tried either vintage? Reviews?

I bought some of the 16 shiraz a while back based on the ratings and descriptions. Was nicely made. Needed a good breathe. Not amazing but cld be very nice with a bit more time. And at close to $20 that seems good value to me.

 

[olympicwiz]

Should have made it clearer, that the above question was in relation to the Caillard Shiraz.
Has anyone tried either vintage? Reviews?

I am asking for 2017 vintage for both Shiraz and Mataro based on The Wine Front review for 2017 Shiraz

"One of those ‘elegant’ Barossa shiraz that celebrates heartland depth and concentration but finds detail, a ripple of fine, silty tannins and offers shape and detail to elevate the offering. Medium weight with plummy fruit, a dusting of warm, brown spice, a touch of walnut and dark chocolate in the mix, panforte comes to mind, and there’s a little attractive salt bush and char to finish. Long, lively and tightly wound, but enough succulent yield to seduce. Beautiful shiraz from any angle. - The Wine Front"

And for Mataro 2017 - (I really enjoy a well made Mataro!)

"Rich, savoury red of medium weight, fine grip and general sense of vitality. Redolent of dark berries, char and pot pourri with faint game meat notes wafting around. The palate is brighter than expected from that sweet earthy hit of perfume, lifted on blood orange acidity and cinched with a web of fine and firming, feathery tannins. It’s deeply flavoured yet filigreed and fresh. A succulent, delicious and classy red of strong regional character. A delight. - The Wine Front"

 

[GoingGrey]

I bought some of the 16 shiraz a while back based on the ratings and descriptions. Was nicely made. Needed a good breathe. Not amazing but cld be very nice with a bit more time. And at close to $20 that seems good value to me.

I also bought the 2016 after chatting with Bobby. I agree with Bill’s description.
It really needed time to breath - I remember being caught off guard by it but enjoying it more and more with time.
I also put the rest away thinking time in the bottle would be an advantage.

 

[Mynameismynameis]

After speaking to Boozebud, I can confirm Melbourne ships out 2018 Wynn's Black Label Cab Sav, and Sydney is shipping out 2015.

If this interests anyone, unfortunately SA receives via Melbourne.

 

[Alex Arch]

After speaking to Boozebud, I can confirm Melbourne ships out 2018 Wynn's Black Label Cab Sav, and Sydney is shipping out 2015.

If this interests anyone, unfortunately SA receives via Melbourne.

Thanks for the heads up. Completes my trio of highly rated vintages along with the 10 and 12

 

[Mynameismynameis]

Thanks for the heads up. Completes my trio of highly rated vintages along with the 10 and 12

Yeah, bummer for me.

I'll have to wait for a First Choice CB to get them at $25-26.

However I got the 2018s at $17 a bottle which is amazing.

 

[misohoney]

2015s are amazing for the price and I always buy a case whenever there's a cashback offer

 

[mouseman99]

Any good selections so far for the cellardoor mystery packs? This is what I got.

 

[Agenor]

Any good selections so far for the cellardoor mystery packs? This is what I got.

I guess that was the $125 one? Not bad at all.

 

[misohoney]

That's not bad. I was expecting 6 random sauv blancs lol

 

[Mynameismynameis]

Is there a random mail forwarding service from Sydney, which is cheap?

Yeah, 2015s for $18 would be amazing. I can't imagine they have that much stock left. He said no way they can ship me from Sydney which I couldn't understand why. My best bet is $25-26 from FC with CB.

 

[Birdyzone]

Should have made it clearer, that the above question was in relation to the Caillard Shiraz.
Has anyone tried either vintage? Reviews?

Only tried the 17 Andrew.
forget everything preconception you have about Barossa Shiraz.
its elegant, leaner and fragrant.
Overall both this and the 17 Mataro are very well made wines, shy on day one, singing on day 2.

 

[Birdyzone]

Is there a random mail forwarding service from Sydney, which is cheap?

Yeah, 2015s for $18 would be amazing. I can't imagine they have that much stock left. He said no way they can ship me from Sydney which I couldn't understand why. My best bet is $25-26 from FC with CB.

Set up a Melbourne Australia post parcel collect. Once delivered, forward it to your Sydney parcel collect address. They state the fee is $6.95 redirection but it’s normally free.

 

[qaz]

Secret Hunter Valley Shiraz $12.50 in 6pk @ Family Cellar = 2017 Mount Pleasant Philip Shiraz (GW93+, $9.95 delivery or free with $300 orders) - ends this Thursday - credit/thanks to Winefront

Thanks for the heads up. Completes my trio of highly rated vintages along with the 10 and 12

Wynns Black Label Hits Purple Patch

Set up a Melbourne Australia post parcel collect. Once delivered, forward it to your Sydney parcel collect address. They state the fee is $6.95 redirection but it’s normally free.

or as soon as the tracking number is in their system, when your delivery is "being prepared" or "on its way" - before the shipment is delivered - redirect it anywhere for free?

Redirect parcels in transit

If your eligible parcel’s on its way, you can redirect it to a new address for free.

auspost.com.au

 

[Alex Arch]

Wynns Black Label Hits Purple Patch

Exactly the reason I bought the three. Might do a mini vertical if I can get enough mouths to drink it with me.

 

[boomy]

JD Secret Wine #265 down from $55 to $27.50 is Tapanappa Foggy Hill Pinot Noir 2018 (93WP).

 

[Timratoo]

That's not bad. I was expecting 6 random sauv blancs lol

I’ll be very disappointed if I get 6 Sauvignon Blancs!!

Did you try the strategy of finding a case with low numbers of stock?

 

[chylee]

Any good selections so far for the cellardoor mystery packs? This is what I got.

I received the same Coldstream Hills red pack this morning as well!
I bought the $125 mystery selection.

 

[Fridge]

Pretty average bundle but I expected as much given I wasn't able to score a small stock number (is my theory anyway!)
By current CD prices it comes in at $151. Swing and a miss!

($125 bundle)