The Pinot Noir & Grenache Thread

[qaz]

15% off all wine @ Moreish with EOFY - ends next Wednesday:

• D.M.L. Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2019 $51
• D.M.L. Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2019 $51
• Jilly Wine Co. 'Black Mountain' Pinot Noir 2019 $40.80

2017 S.C. Pannell Old McDonald Grenache - GW/RKP/JH/NS/D(SA)96, HH95, AG94, JR17 - $40.50 in 6pk @ GoodDrop

free delivery on $200+ orders @ GoodDrop - ends today

2019 Yangarra Ovitelli Grenache - MB97, GW96, AB95, NG93 - $51 @ Fine Wine Merchant - ends next Tuesday - price match @ United Cellars

2019 YANGARRA 'Ovitelli' Grenache

Fine Wine Merchant is an australian based importer of fine wines from around the world, including french wines, italian wines, spanish wines, australian wines and wines from the US

www.finewinemerchant.com.au

2018 Mount Pleasant Mount Henry Shiraz Pinot Noir - CM(HWC)95, GW94, NS93, HH91 - $24.99 @ The Wine Collective (plus $9.95 delivery, less 8.8% Cashrewards and $20 voucher - $28 direct)

via Winefront: now $21.99/$22.99 don't forget MP club members price guarantee for free delivery

2018 Mount Pleasant Mount Henry Shiraz Pinot Noir

2018 Mount Pleasant Mount Henry Shiraz Pinot Noir from Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia - Read Reviews At The Wine Collective

www.thewinecollective.com.au

2018 Mount Henry Shiraz Pinot Noir

A master blender and visionary winemaker, Maurice O'Shea often blended Shiraz with Pinot Noir and other varieties. In pride of place was a string of 1940s releases named in honour of his great friend and supporter Henri Renault. The Mount Henry was created with a focus on elegance and subtlety...

mountpleasantwines.com.au

Panel Tasting: 44 Top Rated South Island Pinot Noirs

In part 2 of our exploration of New Zealand pinot noir, our .panel tastes a selection from throughout the South Island, .including the world-renowned Central Otago region.

app.gourmettravellerwine.com

 

[Mynameismynameis]

Bought this today from VM broker -

Bendigo Hills - The Stone Cottage Pinot Noir 2016. Apparently its Rock Ferry 3rd Rock but relabelled due to something with rights or label clash in Australia...Anyway it was on pre arival so no doubt it’ll hit the in boxes soon

Anyway, I plunged in for 12 bottles which at about $20 per bottle minus a referal credit of $25 with free shipping will sort me out for my pinot scarcity.

It's listed at $16 a bottle, did you receive it yet?

 

[Cmjritchie]

It's listed at $16 a bottle, did you receive it yet?

Are you seeing the Bendigo hills 2018 @ $16?

The ‘stone cottage’ bendigo hills is slightly different.

Bendigo Hills The Stone Cottage Pinot Noir 2016

Bendigo Hills is the semi-arid subregion of Central Otago, with north facing terraced slopes, famous for growing some of the region’s finest pinot noir. Plan...

www.vinomofo.com

Should be arriving tomorrow. Excited!

 

[Mynameismynameis]

Are you seeing the Bendigo hills 2018 @ $16?

The ‘stone cottage’ bendigo hills is slightly different.

Bendigo Hills The Stone Cottage Pinot Noir 2016

Bendigo Hills is the semi-arid subregion of Central Otago, with north facing terraced slopes, famous for growing some of the region’s finest pinot noir. Plan...

www.vinomofo.com

Should be arriving tomorrow. Excited!

Oh $19.90, and this is solid? It's relabeled?

 

[Cmjritchie]

Oh $19.90, and this is solid? It's relabeled?

Should be pretty damn good I reckon. You’d be hard pushed to get better for the price point IMO. Proof is in the pudding - I’ll try it tomorrow.
As I said above it’s relabelled from Rock Ferry Winery as informed by the VM broker

 

[Mynameismynameis]

Should be pretty damn good I reckon. You’d be hard pushed to get better for the price point IMO. Proof is in the pudding - I’ll try it tomorrow.
As I said above it’s relabelled from Rock Ferry Winery as informed by the VM broker

Awesome, please let us know!

 

[billbro]

Sam Kim 95? Thought he only gave out 100pts.

Keen to hear the report though.

 

[Cmjritchie]

Bendigo Hills Stone Cottage Pinot

So I got my box about an hour ago. Had one of those days where things just aint working the way they should. Add that to my anticipation of receiving this wine I thought - Hey, it's 5 o clock in NZ....

Looks great in the glass - A wonderful translucent cherry red with purple hue. You can tell this has some depth by looking at it.
The nose is subtle spice and vanilla. Savory red fruits with a touch of funk.
The palate is pretty damn good! Front to back palate is top notch and smooth. Powerful and traditional pinot flavors holding their weight with a lingering finish and decent tannins. This pinot is no teenager and with the bit of age it has, it is still very lively! Could go another few years IMO.

4.2 Stars
Ticks all my boxes

For $19.90 you'll be hard push to find a better wine. Original price $60 - would I pay that? Probably not, if I did, I would not be astoundingly disappointed. I reckon this wine sits around the $35-$45 bracket and would easily hold it's own with pinots in that bracket.

If you like Central Otago Pinot, it's worth jumping on!

 

[qaz]

Mac Forbes 2019 Single Vineyard Release Dinners:

• BNE: Dinner @ Maeve Wine Bar - 6.30pm Wednesday 5th May - $145
• SYD: Dinner @ Wine Library - 7pm Tuesday 25th May - $145

from the 2019 vintage, all of our Single Vineyard wines will be exclusively from our own properties

• Woori Yallock Ferguson Chardonnay 2019 - GW95, HH93
• Hoddles Creek Spear Gully Chardonnay 2019 - GW94+, HH90
• Woori Yallock Ferguson Pinot Noir 2019 - GW94, HH94
• Gladysdale Little Yarra Pinot Noir 2019 - GW96, HH94

Mac Forbes lower alcohol beauties

If you’re concerned about your alcohol intake but you love pinot noir and chardonnay, you need to know about Mac Forbes. #BrianCroser #DrTonyJordan #Gladysdale

www.therealreview.com

Mac Forbes: Man on a Mission - Winery Focus

Yarra Valley’s Mac Forbes is obsessed with the character of his vineyards and bottling it for our pleasure.

app.gourmettravellerwine.com

Mac Forbes 2019 Single Vineyard 4pk $270 delivered ($67.50/bt) @ Different Drop after $25 voucher - ends today

• 2019 Mac Forbes Gladysdale Little Yarra Pinot Noir
• 2019 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Ferguson Pinot Noir
• 2019 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Ferguson Chardonnay
• 2019 Mac Forbes Hoddles Creek Spear Gully Chardonnay

Mac Forbes 2019 Single Vineyard Release Pack

A limited-edition tasting pack featuring the four brilliant single-vineyard releases from Mac Forbes in 2019.

www.differentdrop.com

Mac Forbes Offer Plus New Imports @ Five Way Cellars

Jean-Marc Burgaud Morgon Cote du Py 2019 $49.99 @ WineStar ($55-$61 elsewhere, price-match @ United Cellars)

Jean-Marc Burgaud Morgon Grands Cras 2019 - JS(SP)96, WA(WK)92 - $41.99/$39.89 in any 12pk @ World Wine - price match @ United Cellars

Jean-Marc Burgaud Morgon Grand Cras 2016 - World Wine

Enjoy Jean-Marc Burgaud Morgon Grand Cras 2016, a structured Beaujolais with ripe red fruit and earthy undertones.

worldwine.com.au

Jean-Marc Burgaud Morgon Grands Cras Beaujolais 2019

Very deep and complex, spicy and earthy nose, exerting a great gravitational pull that sucks you into this black hole of Beaujolais minerality. Stunning concentration but still graceful, thanks to the super-fine tannins and very elegant acidity that carry the staggeringly long finish

www.unitedcellars.com

Great Value Wines: 2019 Bojo Crus Under $30 To Drink Now - JamesSuckling.com

Wine reports from the internationally acclaimed wine critic and journalist

www.jamessuckling.com

Unmissable Beaujolais from Jean-Marc Burgaud @ MW Wines

besides Jane Eyre 2019 Burgundy Lunch @ Hero ACMI,

The first Australian — and first woman — to win La Revue du Vin de France's top honour

It's a long way from Gippsland to Burgundy. It's an even bigger leap from doing highlights in an upmarket Melbourne hair salon to being crowned winemaker of the year by France's most respected wine magazine.

www.abc.net.au

The Burgundian wizards of Oz

Australian winemakers have got a foothold in France’s storied wine region. And the results are ripper

www.ft.com

Binging on the Bogans’ 2018 Burgundies – Eyre, Haisma, Le Grappin et al

The festival of Burgundy tastings (some call it a circus) hits London in January. For some people it is the highlight of the wine year. Importers bombard their customers with invitations to events …

wideworldofwine.co

 

[qaz]

2019 S.C. Pannell Old McDonald (GW96) & Smart (GW95) Grenache 2019 $55 each @ Fine Wine Merchant - ends Tuesday - price match @ Different Drop, Cloudwine, United Cellars

2019 SC PANNELL 'Old McDonald' Grenache

Fine Wine Merchant is an australian based importer of fine wines from around the world, including french wines, italian wines, spanish wines, australian wines and wines from the US

www.finewinemerchant.com.au

2019 SC PANNELL 'Smart' Grenache

Fine Wine Merchant is an australian based importer of fine wines from around the world, including french wines, italian wines, spanish wines, australian wines and wines from the US

www.finewinemerchant.com.au

Paralian Grenache 2020 - GW96 - $42 @ myCellars (pm for free delivery code)

Paralian Grenache 2020 - myCellars.com.au

‘Outstanding.’ – 96 Points Gary Walsh 96 Points & Special Value Wine James Halliday

www.mycellars.com.au

10% off $200 spend + free delivery @ Punch with 200+:

• 2017 Punch Lance's Vineyard Close Planted Pinot Noir - CM(WF)96, JH95 - $70 or $63 in 3pk after 10% off

2017 CLOSE PLANTED — PUNCH

Pinot Noir grown on a tiny plot (0.25 Ha, planted 1989) on our Estate Vineyard. Very high vine density and extremely intensive viticulture produce our most powerful and expressive fruit. These vines are hand pruned, dressed and harvested. Made without added yeast, fining or filtration, this wine is

www.punched.com.au

• 2008 Punch 6pk $252 ($42/bt) - release ratings:
  • 2x 2008 Punch Lance's Vineyard Chardonnay - JH95, CM(WF)94
  • 2x 2008 Punch Lance's Vineyard Pinot Noir - JH96, CM(WF)95
  • 2x 2008 Punch Lance's Vineyard Close Planted Pinot Noir - JH96, CM(WF)94

2008 PUNCH 6 PACK — PUNCH

An instant cellar of our wonderful 2008 vintage Punch wines, all drinking at or very near their prime. A fantastic way to appreciate how gracefully and deliciously Lance's Vineyard wines age. Very limited quantities, remarkable value! Grown by us on our historic and iconic Lance's Vineyard, establi

www.punched.com.au

 

[misohoney]

Has anyone here had Yarra PN from Soumah Wines - in particular the d'Soumah PN?

 

[Jczer000]

Has anyone here had Yarra PN from Soumah Wines - in particular the d'Soumah PN?

I've tried the Hexham. It was a little on the wild side. Good for the $20 i paid. There is better out there when full price

 

[Jczer000]

Has anyone here had Yarra PN from Soumah Wines - in particular the d'Soumah PN?

$13 on langtons until 1pm is worth a crack

 

[qaz]

30% off imported wine @ Buzz Wines via voucher includes:

• Domaine Collotte Marsannay Le Clos de Jeu 2015 $41.30
• Domaine Fabien Coche Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019 $44.80
• Domaine Charvin Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016 magnum $210 - MB/NG96, GW95, HH89, JD97, V(JR)96, JS95-96, D(MW)95, JL96, WA(CZ)92-94+, GK16.5, JR(RH)16, JLL5

• Jackson Brooke is the best new Australian pinot noir I've had in a while - highly recommended

Jackson Brooke Pinot Noir 2020 375ml 6pk $68 delivered ($11.33/375ml) @ Airoldi with FREESHIPPING

Bicknell FC Applecross 2017 - NG96, CM(WF)/NS95 - $38 @ Cloudwine

$38.24/$37.39 @ The Wine Collective (less 8.5% Cashrewards, $10/$20 voucher)

2017 Bicknell FC Applecross Pinot Noir

2017 Bicknell FC Applecross Pinot Noir from Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia - Read Reviews At The Wine Collective

www.thewinecollective.com.au

• Gembrook Hill Pinot Noir 2019 - CM(WF)95 - $48/$51 @ Prince Wine Store

Gembrook Hill 2019 Offer

Gembrook Hill 2019 Offer

www.princewinestore.com.au

• Gembrook Hill IJM Pinot Noir 2018 - MB96, JH95, HH93 - $76.50 in 6pk @ Qantas (less 10% Points Plus)

Gembrook Hill IJM Pinot Noir Pinot Noir 2018

The rewarding way for Qantas Frequent Flyers to enjoy award winning wines from our cellar in the sky. Qantas Wine invites you to experience premium food and wine, earn Qantas Points with every sip and meet with the producers and winemakers at our exclusive events.

wine.qantas.com

Up your dinner party game with these 8 pinot noir wines

Pinot noir is a red-wine grape variety that is grown around the world, most successfully, usually, in the cooler wine regions.

www.delicious.com.au

Central Otago Pinot Noir: Discover the Sub-Regions - Jacky Blisson

Central Otago Pinot Noir is hailed by wine critics and enthusiasts alike as one of the most exciting Pinot Noir producing regions world-wide. But all Central Otago Pinot Noir is not alike! Read on to discover the terroir, wine styles, and top producers from each sub-region.

jackyblisson.com

Searching for the Best Barossa Grenache - Young Gun of Wine

In Australia, the spotlight is often swung to McLaren Vale when the Grenache renaissance is discussed, but the revolution is no less vibrant in the Barossa. So much so that a Deep Dive was in order.

younggunofwine.com

Duval on Grenache

The name, Duval, is and always will be inextricably linked with Grange. John Duval was chief winemaker at Penfold's from 1986 to 2002, making some of the

winepilot.com

McLaren Vale Grenache: Old vines, new ways

Virtual master class on McLaren Vale Grenache moderated by Sarah Ahmed, with Giles Cooke MW and David Gleave MW as guest speakers.

www.wineaustralia.com

McLaren Vale Grenache today

McLaren Vale Grenache today

www.jancisrobinson.com

JR17.5:

• S C Pannell, Old McDonald Grenache 2017 McLaren Vale
• Thistledown, This Charming Man Single Vineyard Grenache 2018 McLaren Vale

JR17:

• Thistledown, Sands of Time Old Vine Single Vineyard Grenache 2018 McLaren Vale
• Yangarra, High Sands Grenache 2017 McLaren Vale
• Ministry of Clouds Grenache 2018 McLaren Vale

JR16.5:

• Bondar, Rayner Vineyard Grenache 2019 McLaren Vale
• Thistledown, She's Electric, Old Vine Single Vineyard Grenache 2019 McLaren Vale
• Willunga 100, The Hundred Clarendon Grenache 2017 McLaren Vale

JR16+:

• Willunga 100, The Hundred Blewitt Springs Grenache 2018 McLaren Vale
• Aphelion, The Confluence Grenache 2018 McLaren Vale

JR16:

• Wirra Wirra, The Absconder Grenache 2018 McLaren Vale

JR16-:

• Bekkers Grenache 2017 McLaren Vale

Grenache: Old Vines, New Ways - wine-pages

Australia’s most experienced wine journalist and judge, James Halliday, has described Grenache as “Australia’s secret...

wine-pages.com

 

[qaz]

Pinot noir in colour

People often remark that Australian pinot noirs are too light, so we must be over-cropping our vineyards. #CentralOtago #CoalRiverValley #GiantStepsApplejackVineyardPinotNoir2020

www.therealreview.com

Willamette Valley Pinot Noir: four sub-regions you need to know

With Willamette Valley recently awarded PGI status, Jim Clarke takes a look at four star sub-regions and the styles of Pinot Noir they make

cluboenologique.com

Pinot Report: Best of Times

2019 was a great vintage for pinot noir across Victoria, with these three estates making the most of the bounty, meanwhile, wines have shaped up nicely across the ditch as well.

app.gourmettravellerwine.com

• Bass Phillip
• Bannockburn
• Hurley Vineyard
• Craggy Range

Variety Spotlight: The Glory of Grenache

Once much-maligned, there’s arguably no more exciting grape in Australia right now. But is it best in a blend or can it stand on its own?

app.gourmettravellerwine.com

Grenache to Try

• 2020 Schwarz 1968 Grenache, Barossa Valley, A$50
• 2020 Adelina Estate Grenache, Clare Valley, A$40
• 2019 Aphelion Affinity Grenache Mataro Shiraz, McLaren Vale, A$38
• 2014 Cirillo 1850 Ancestor Vine Grenache, Barossa Valley, A$70

Can a $900 bottle of wine really be worth it?

Navigating the gap between a wine’s true worth and the perception of its value can be dizzying – but these new-release, top-shelf drops are money well spent.

www.afr.com

• THE $75 WINE | 2020 Seppeltsfield Great Terraced Vineyard Grenache [Barossa Valley]

Seppeltsfield Great Terraced Vineyard Grenache

When I did my field research in the Barossa close to 10 years ago, I marveled at the old Shiraz and Grenache vineyards of Seppeltsfield. At...

australianwinereviews.blogspot.com

Grenache Wars - Barossa Valley V McLaren Vale

• 2020 Seppeltsfield Great Terraced Vineyard Grenache - AC96, TG/AH95/++, HH92, GW91+

SEPPELTSFIELD Great Terraced Vineyard Grenache, Barossa 2020 | Langton's Fine Wines

SEPPELTSFIELD Great Terraced Vineyard Grenache, Barossa 2020

langtons.com.au

30% off imported wine @ Buzz Wines via voucher includes:

• Domaine Collotte Marsannay Le Clos de Jeu 2015 $41.30
• Domaine Fabien Coche Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019 $44.80
• Domaine Charvin Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016 magnum $210 - MB/NG96, GW95, HH89, JD97, V(JR)96, JS95-96, D(MW)95, JL96, WA(CZ)92-94+, GK16.5, JR(RH)16, JLL5

vouchers available until this Tuesday

 

[Mynameismynameis]

Pinot noir in colour

People often remark that Australian pinot noirs are too light, so we must be over-cropping our vineyards. #CentralOtago #CoalRiverValley #GiantStepsApplejackVineyardPinotNoir2020

www.therealreview.com

Willamette Valley Pinot Noir: four sub-regions you need to know

With Willamette Valley recently awarded PGI status, Jim Clarke takes a look at four star sub-regions and the styles of Pinot Noir they make

cluboenologique.com

Pinot Report: Best of Times

2019 was a great vintage for pinot noir across Victoria, with these three estates making the most of the bounty, meanwhile, wines have shaped up nicely across the ditch as well.

app.gourmettravellerwine.com

• Bass Phillip
• Bannockburn
• Hurley Vineyard
• Craggy Range

Variety Spotlight: The Glory of Grenache

Once much-maligned, there’s arguably no more exciting grape in Australia right now. But is it best in a blend or can it stand on its own?

app.gourmettravellerwine.com

Grenache to Try

• 2020 Schwarz 1968 Grenache, Barossa Valley, A$50
• 2020 Adelina Estate Grenache, Clare Valley, A$40
• 2019 Aphelion Affinity Grenache Mataro Shiraz, McLaren Vale, A$38
• 2014 Cirillo 1850 Ancestor Vine Grenache, Barossa Valley, A$70

Grenache Wars - Barossa Valley V McLaren Vale

• 2020 Seppeltsfield Great Terraced Vineyard Grenache - AC96, TG/AH95/++, HH92, GW91+

SEPPELTSFIELD Great Terraced Vineyard Grenache, Barossa 2020 | Langton's Fine Wines

SEPPELTSFIELD Great Terraced Vineyard Grenache, Barossa 2020

langtons.com.au

vouchers available until this Tuesday

2020 Schwarz 1968 Grenache, Barossa Valley is available for $40 online
BWS has Cirillo on clearance around the country, I'm not 100% on the vintage.

Domaine Fabien Coche Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019 $44.80 available at Kent Cellars locally in Adelaide for $47 with no discounts.

 

[billbro]

BWS has Cirillo on clearance around the country, I'm not 100% on the vintage.

2013 and 2014 was what I've picked up in Sydney.

Really solid wine and feels old worldly - meats/charcuterie notes on the nose, with plenty of fruit and freshness.

 

[qaz]

Bodega Chacra Cincuenta y Cinco Pinot Noir 2020 - JS98, GW96 (recent vintages WA(LG)/JS97-98) - apparently Argentina's top pinot noir

• $85 @ Moreish after 15% off with LD - 3 left

Bodega Chacra 'Cincuenta Y Cinco' Pinot Noir 2020

Cincuenta y Cinco comes from vineyards planted in 1955 which gently rest on a sea of pebbles, typical in riverbed soils. It is fermented whole cluster at very low temperatures, enhancing the floral characteristics of the wine. Cincuenta y Cinco has the highest amount of tension of all the Chacra...

moreishwines.com

• $96.07 @ The Wine Collective after 8.5% Cashrewards (less $10/$20 voucher)

2020 Chacra Cincuenta Y Cinco Pinot Noir

2020 Chacra Cincuenta Y Cinco Pinot Noir from Patagonia, Argentina - Read Reviews At The Wine Collective

www.thewinecollective.com.au

• $94.99 @ Nicks after 5% off - 5 left

2020 Bodega Chacra Cincuenta Y Cinco Pinot Noir | Nicks Wine Merchants

2020 Bodega Chacra Cincuenta Y Cinco Pinot Noir | Buy Online

www.nicks.com.au

• 50% off 2018 Roger Sabon 'Rhone by Roger' Cotes du Rhone $15 @ Fine Wine Merchant - free delivery with $100 spend

2018 ROGER SABON 'Rhone by Roger' Cotes du Rhone

Fine Wine Merchant is an australian based importer of fine wines from around the world, including french wines, italian wines, spanish wines, australian wines and wines from the US

www.finewinemerchant.com.au

"The 2018 Côtes Du Rhône By Roger Sabon is a forward, charming effort that has loads of black raspberry and blackberry fruits as well as notes of cured meats, spice, and pepper. It has beautiful fruit, medium-bodied, no hard edges, and loads of upfront charm. It's ideal for drinking over the coming 2-4 years. 89 points, drink 2019 to 2023." Jeb Dunnuck.​

Beaujolais Continues To Come of Age - JamesSuckling.com

Wine reports from the internationally acclaimed wine critic and journalist

www.jamessuckling.com

These crus were the source of our highest-rated wines, all three rating 97 points. These are not only extremely impressive wines, but also strikingly different in character and style. The Château des Bachelards – Comtesse de Vazeilles Fleurie Le Clos 2018 is super-silky and refined the Domaine Anita Moulin-à-Vent La Rochelle 2019 concentrated and plush and the Yohan Lardy Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes de 1903 2019 enormously deep with a striking smoked bacon character.​

​

For us this diversity is the sure sign of a maturing wine region and it was also clearly present in the eight wines wines that rated 96 points. For example, the incredibly floral expressiveness of the Château Thivin Côte-de-Brouilly Cuvée Zaccharie 2019 and the densely structured Jean-Marc Burgaud Morgon Côte du Py 2019 are both great reds unlike anything else on Planet Wine.​

​

The twin great vintages of 2018 and 2019 showcase this beautifully. 2019 is probably the most consistently exciting vintage for Beaujolais since 1976, although we still have a soft spot for 2015. These wines have the classic lively acidity and vibrant aromas of the region’s reds from the indigenous gamay grape with lots of floral, spice and licorice notes. The 2018 vintage was the warmest growing season on record and mildew in June-July dramatically reduced crop levels. The best 2018s are powerful and concentrated with fine tannins and enough acidity to balance. Some vineyards experienced drought stress and/or were picked a bit too late resulting in atypically soft wines.​

Wine Advocate's William Kelley seems to consider Daniel Bouland Morgon Les Delys the best/value Beaujolais, rating it 96/94+/95/95+ for the 2017-2020 vintages, the latter of which have recently been released:

• 2019 $49 @ Different Drop (less $10 voucher) - 2 left

2019 Daniel Bouland Morgon Les Delys

Daniel Bouland is one of Beaujolais' modern day luminaries.One of only six producers in the region to have received two stars or better by the revered Le Classement de Revue du Vins de France, his wines have a feverish cult following in France, so much so that allocations bound for Australia get...

www.differentdrop.com

• 2020 $47/$50 @ Prince Wine Store

Daniel Bouland Beaujolais 2020

Daniel Bouland Beaujolais 2020

www.princewinestore.com.au

• 2020 $47.49 @ Nicks after 5% off - 4 left

2020 Daniel Bouland Morgon Delys Vieilles Vignes | Nicks Wine Merchants

2020 Daniel Bouland Morgon Delys Vieilles Vignes | Buy Online

www.nicks.com.au

• 2019 $48 @ Auswine - possibly sold out

Daniel Bouland 2020: Staggering Value from one of the Brightest Stars of Beaujolais

• 2020 magnum $99.98 @ Wine Square in 6pk - 1 left

Joseph Faiveley Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019 $29.90 in 6pk @ Boccaccio
I haven't had much burgundy, though may be catching the bug now, but this is the best Bourgogne Rouge I've had yet - different from, but as good as, some of my favourite pinot noirs, including 2017 Lethbridge, Bay of Fires, Hoddles Creek

Faiveley Bourgogne Rouge 2019

Faiveley Bourgogne Rouge 2019

www.princewinestore.com.au

As with Beaujolais, 2019 also seems to be a year for Burgundy - Jeremy Holmes at d’Or to Door:

A word about Burgundy. Much of France experienced devastating frosts last week. We heard from Alexandrine Roy (Domaine Marc Roy), and she may not make a single bottle of red wine from 2021, such is the damage. 2019 is relatively small crop for many, but one of outstanding quality. With low and/or no yield crops coming through in the next couple of vintages, there will be serious pressure on supply and pricing. We suggest you load up on some 2019’s while you can.​

i've had multiple people let me know that 2019 Domaine de Bellene Bourgogne Rouge Maison Dieu Vieilles Vignes (Pommard) is one of the best Bourgognes that they've had - $39.99 @ WineStar (price match @ Prince Wine Store, maybe Randall's)

"Outstanding" Burghound Bellene

$46 old vine red Burgundy & Unicorn Domaine Christian Serafin

Unbeatable value for money

mailchi.mp

Domaine de Bellene 2019 Arrival

Domaine de Bellene 2019 Arrival

www.princewinestore.com.au

WineAlign - Domaine de Bellene 2019 Vintage

www.winealign.com

 

[toney]

Bodega Chacra Cincuenta y Cinco Pinot Noir 2020 - JS98, GW96 (recent vintages WA(LG)/JS97-98) - apparently Argentina's top pinot noir

• $85 @ Moreish after 15% off with LD - 3 left

Bodega Chacra 'Cincuenta Y Cinco' Pinot Noir 2020

Cincuenta y Cinco comes from vineyards planted in 1955 which gently rest on a sea of pebbles, typical in riverbed soils. It is fermented whole cluster at very low temperatures, enhancing the floral characteristics of the wine. Cincuenta y Cinco has the highest amount of tension of all the Chacra...

moreishwines.com

• $96.07 @ The Wine Collective after 8.5% Cashrewards (less $10/$20 voucher)

2020 Chacra Cincuenta Y Cinco Pinot Noir

2020 Chacra Cincuenta Y Cinco Pinot Noir from Patagonia, Argentina - Read Reviews At The Wine Collective

www.thewinecollective.com.au

• $94.99 @ Nicks after 5% off - 5 left

2020 Bodega Chacra Cincuenta Y Cinco Pinot Noir | Nicks Wine Merchants

2020 Bodega Chacra Cincuenta Y Cinco Pinot Noir | Buy Online

www.nicks.com.au

• 50% off 2018 Roger Sabon 'Rhone by Roger' Cotes du Rhone $15 @ Fine Wine Merchant - free delivery with $100 spend

2018 ROGER SABON 'Rhone by Roger' Cotes du Rhone

Fine Wine Merchant is an australian based importer of fine wines from around the world, including french wines, italian wines, spanish wines, australian wines and wines from the US

www.finewinemerchant.com.au

"The 2018 Côtes Du Rhône By Roger Sabon is a forward, charming effort that has loads of black raspberry and blackberry fruits as well as notes of cured meats, spice, and pepper. It has beautiful fruit, medium-bodied, no hard edges, and loads of upfront charm. It's ideal for drinking over the coming 2-4 years. 89 points, drink 2019 to 2023." Jeb Dunnuck.​

Wine Advocate's William Kelley seems to consider Daniel Bouland Morgon Les Delys the best/value Beaujolais, rating it 96/94+/95/95+ for the 2017-2020 vintages, the latter of which have recently been released:

• 2019 $49 @ Different Drop (less $10 voucher) - 2 left

2019 Daniel Bouland Morgon Les Delys

Daniel Bouland is one of Beaujolais' modern day luminaries.One of only six producers in the region to have received two stars or better by the revered Le Classement de Revue du Vins de France, his wines have a feverish cult following in France, so much so that allocations bound for Australia get...

www.differentdrop.com

• 2020 $47/$50 @ Prince Wine Store

Daniel Bouland Beaujolais 2020

Daniel Bouland Beaujolais 2020

www.princewinestore.com.au

• 2020 $47.49 @ Nicks after 5% off - 4 left

2020 Daniel Bouland Morgon Delys Vieilles Vignes | Nicks Wine Merchants

2020 Daniel Bouland Morgon Delys Vieilles Vignes | Buy Online

www.nicks.com.au

• 2019 $48 @ Auswine - possibly sold out

Daniel Bouland 2020: Staggering Value from one of the Brightest Stars of Beaujolais

• 2020 magnum $99.98 @ Wine Square in 6pk - 1 left

i've had multiple people let me know that 2019 Domaine de Bellene Bourgogne Rouge Maison Dieu Vieilles Vignes (Pommard) is one of the best Bourgognes that they've had - $39.99 @ WineStar (price match @ Prince Wine Store, maybe Randall's)

"Outstanding" Burghound Bellene

$46 old vine red Burgundy & Unicorn Domaine Christian Serafin

Unbeatable value for money

mailchi.mp

Domaine de Bellene 2019 Arrival

Domaine de Bellene 2019 Arrival

www.princewinestore.com.au

WineAlign - Domaine de Bellene 2019 Vintage

www.winealign.com

Thanks @qaz I’ve just bought 2 of the 2019 Domaine de Bellene Bourgogne Rouge Maison Dieu Vieilles Vignes (Pommard) on your suggestion and 2 of their Chardonnay as well. I got mine price matched at Different Drop (they have cheaper shopping - $10 for under $150, and free above $150). Links here if anyone needs them: Rogue and Chardonnay

Recent posts elsewhere: The Pinot Noir & Grenache Thread, The Chardonnay Thread, Advice on champagne

'Be a rainbow in somebody else’s cloud'

MEL/SYD:

Bass Phillip leads with its chin

The 2019 vintage at Bass Phillip is a ripper. The new batch of wines includes one of the better gamays I’ve tasted from Bass Phillip, and their first nebbiolo—a bolt from the blue. #BassPhillip2019ReservePinotNoir #BassPhillipBin17KPinotNoir2019 #BassPhillipEstateChardonnay2019

www.therealreview.com

A Visit With Australian Wine Royalty - Virtual Masterclass

A Visit With Australian Wine Royalty - Bass Phillip Virtual Masterclass MELBOURNE - Le Pont Wine Store

What:The latest suite of wines from this iconic estate. When: 7:30pm sharp, Wednesday 8th September, 2021. Where: The comfort of your own home! Your host: John Durham, winemaker at Bass Phillip. Why: A virtual tour of Australian wine royalty. Cost: $65 per tasting kit (which includes wine...

lepontwinestore.com

• Bass Phillip Estate Chardonnay 2019
• Bass Phillip Premium Chardonnay 2019
• Bass Phillip 17k Pinot Noir 2019
• Bass Phillip Estate Pinot Noir 2019
• Pass Phillip Premium Pinot Noir 2019

national:

Whistle Stop Tour France Zoom 22/09/21

Melbourne's Home of Premium Wines. New Releases and Back Vintages in Stock. Wine Masterclasses and Appreciation Courses. WSET Accredited Education Courses.

winehouse.com.au

6-7.30pm Wednesday 22nd September
4x 375ml = $155 delivered:

• Josmeyer Riesling 2018, Alsace
• Vacheron Sancerre 2019, Loire Valley
• Blain Gagnard 2013 Volnay 1er Cru Champans, Burgundy
• Delas Crozes Hermitage 2018, Rhone Valley

Lethbridge Wines - 404 Error

www.lethbridgewines.com

6.30pm AEST Friday 24th September
6x 100ml = $65:

• Bianco 2019
• Fiano 2019 (pre-release)
• Greco 2021 (straight from the amphorae)
• Rosso 2019 (new-release)
• Sagrantino 2019
• Aglianico 2019 (new-release)

• what wines do you like?
• which regions and/or varieties are you considering/exploring?
• what's your budget?
• are there any good independent wine stores that you can visit in person?

TOB's newsletters are here, but there are a number of other French wine importers around, some specialising in certain wines

besides above, there was a recent Loire Valley online tasting with chenin blanc and cabernet franc; this week Vintec have one on the southwest, featuring Cahors (malbec) and Jurancon (manseng), possibly with the help of Mosaique; previously,


if this is too off-topic, then perhaps consider creating a new thread, such as "wine recommendations - what should i buy?"



life's too short to drink or waste money on inferior wine - i rely on professional reviews and specialised blogs, particular posters/forums, personal recommendations from those more knowledgeable, CellarTracker - Vivino is the last place that i'd check


you need to look harder at better stores - Buzz is the retail arm of importer/distributor Vintage & Vine



look forward to your reviews of their wines


so you know the prices of the wines in France, but how is TOB cheaper if they can't be found here? But to answer your other question, I love the Aussie classics - Shiraz, cab sav, pinot and rieslings, but my motivation for Bring in

But to answer your other question, I love most Australian classics - Shiraz, cab sav, pinot and riesling are probably at the top. But my motivation for branching into French wine was to try something different and go in with an open mind. So really just after a broad mix to see what I like, and at probably around/under $50pb (hence trying the ones you mentioned above). By the way, that comparison list you have dug up and quoted is great - thanks !

 

[Mynameismynameis]

Yarraloch Stephanie’s Dream Whole-Bunch Pinot Noir 2015
RRP $52.00 OFFER $25.90 @ Randells