Dan Murphy's and Other Wine Deals

[olympicwiz]

Picked up my loot from BWS. FWIW Pierro LTcf ended up 2016 vintage that I am happy with.

Both/All 12 Mollydookers were 2017 with an exception of 2 Blue eyed boys that were 2018

 

[boomy]

Yeah, I got the feeling the codes automatically don't track. It's twice now, and normally don't have any issues.

I did one purchase via Cashrewards and another via ShopBack using the codes. Both didn’t track but I did make sure to use 5% GC to back myself (cashback was 5% that time). Even if tracked correctly it would have been a miracle getting paid after using unlisted codes and GC.

 

[Mynameismynameis]

I did one purchase via Cashrewards and another via ShopBack using the codes. Both didn’t track but I did make sure to use 5% GC to back myself (cashback was 5% that time). Even if tracked correctly it would have been a miracle getting paid after using unlisted codes and GC.

Where can we get GC?

Yeah, it was 10% last yesterday. Ohwell

 

[boomy]

Picked up my loot from BWS. FWIW Pierro LTcf ended up 2016 vintage that I am happy with.

Both/All 12 Mollydookers were 2017 with an exception of 2 Blue eyed boys that were 2018

Got Mollydooker CoL during previous round of clearance last year, also mixed bag of 2017/18. Still plenty left at full price as well as other top brands that will most likely get discontinued during EOFY.

Picked up Ata Rangi PN the other day, all were 2018.

 

[olympicwiz]

Where can we get GC?

Via NRMA membership

 

[olympicwiz]

Got Mollydooker CoL during previous round of clearance last year

Have you tried it yet? I will try CoL or BYB hopefully tonight.

 

[boomy]

Where can we get GC?

I get mine through Suncorp but there are other options such as Entertainment Book and various auto clubs.

 

[Mynameismynameis]

Via NRMA membership

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Doesn't help me unfortunately, too bad because it'd be ideal since BWS is rarely doing CB ATM.

I just spent an hour going through every BWS in SA, I'll create a small list later of what's at 50%> I've also taken note of what potentially may be down to 50% so I don't have to check every store every week.

 

[boomy]

Have you tried it yet? I will try CoL or BYB hopefully tonight.

Not yet. Chucked them all in the cellar but I did kept one of each in the wine fridge to open sooner than later. Let us know how they drink now.

 

[Fridge]

Boozebud app has %15 off (except basic beers). Just picked up a sixer of Wynns BL for $21 a bottle delivered. Not bad.

Min spend $150

 

[misohoney]

Boozebud app has %15 off (except basic beers). Just picked up a sixer of Wynns BL for $21 a bottle delivered. Not bad.

Min spend $150

$18.06 with AmEx deal

Tempting

 

[Bill Bosworth]

My GWD case has arrived today. For all the doubters - the lid color matches up with the Signature.

The bottle shape looks very similar to that of the Signature comparing photos.

Under cork so wouldnt be the quaffer which is screw cap.

Please try it out for us mate!! And then quietly report back if you could (in a low-key way that doesn't set anyone off for mentioning this again....)

 

[olympicwiz]

They have one Mollydooker left at that store too. I thought about it but to be honest the last one I had (2009) was very underwhelming.

PS trying to think for a reason, have you performed a Mollydooker shake prior to drinking?

 

[1erCru]

Please try it out for us mate!! And then quietly report back if you could (in a low-key way that doesn't set anyone off for mentioning this again....)

Had a look at it last night. The father in-law popped the cork so I cant comment on what the cork was like.

I would agree with the NG review on Wine Companion of the 16 The Signature.

"The first impression is that of an ethereal nose: floral scents, bitter chocolate, graphite and iodine. Beguiling. While each of these traits is true to form, they float across the organoleptics like a carpet ride. Segueing to the palate, there is little seemingly heavy about this wine despite its obvious weight and vinosity. The tannins are very finely managed: granular and precise; almost pixelated. The finish, long. A bit tangy but I'll turn a blind eye."

I havent tried The Signature in the past so I dont have anything to compare too.

I'd say it will benefit with another 5 years but very approachable now. Im very happy.

 

[misohoney]

PS trying to think for a reason, have you performed a Mollydooker shake prior to drinking?

Their wines are good but I find them too alcoholic for my taste - maybe the ones I've had needed a longer decant

 

[olympicwiz]

Their wines are good but I find them too alcoholic for my taste - maybe the ones I've had needed a longer decant

According to their website "When we bottle our wine, rather than use additional sulphites to prevent oxidisation, we use nitrogen. We use nitrogen to protect the wine because it’s a flavourless and odourless gas, however when you use nitrogen in winemaking it compresses the flavour and feel – if you think of flavour as a big round ball the nitrogen flattens the back end of the round ball. As soon as you do the Mollydooker Shake it releases the nitrogen and the flavour ‘pops back out’ to it’s full size again."

I am not too sure if it is a gimmick or not, however I suppose if what they say is factual, unless you give it a good shake, it will be closed and restrained, therefore emphasising the level of alcohol in the wine.

 

[boomy]

According to their website "When we bottle our wine, rather than use additional sulphites to prevent oxidisation, we use nitrogen. We use nitrogen to protect the wine because it’s a flavourless and odourless gas, however when you use nitrogen in winemaking it compresses the flavour and feel – if you think of flavour as a big round ball the nitrogen flattens the back end of the round ball. As soon as you do the Mollydooker Shake it releases the nitrogen and the flavour ‘pops back out’ to it’s full size again."

I am not too sure if it is a gimmick or not, however I suppose if what they say is factual, unless you give it a good shake, it will be closed and restrained, therefore emphasising the level of alcohol in the wine.

And here’s the video demonstration:

 

[olympicwiz]

And here’s the video demonstration:

I watched this video and also this third party video - they insist that is the way to do it to fully appreciate the wine.

And here is schematic


All part of my preparation and due diligence before opening one of those puppies in a BYO tonite

 

[olympicwiz]

The father in-law popped the cork so I cant comment on what the cork was like.

Did he devour the cork THAT quickly that you could not steal a quick glance?

 

[misohoney]

All part of my preparation and due diligence before opening one of those puppies in a BYO tonite

Thanks - learnt something new.

Thought for a sec you were taking the mickey out of Kev