Vinomofo Wine Deals

[jasonking]

I'd hardly conclude from one sale that "every Tom, Dick and Harry into wines that sell for astronomical sums". You can see that the vast bulk of sales are in the $140-160 range. That's no more expensive than RWT or similar, and if it's really that good, then probably still decent value compared to other $150/bottle wines.

I'd say, based on this thread and OzBargain etc. that there are /far/ more buyers looking to pay $10/bottle for good wine, than looking to pay $400/bottle for good wine. Read in WineEstate's latest issue that 85% of grapes were produced at a loss in Australia (led by the mass-market dross produced in Riverina/Riverland) last year. If anything, there'll be a crash in the grape growing business, as there's far too much stuff being produced, and sold at consequently (too) low prices.

Just like whisky, 90% of sales are blended whisky and 10% single malt.
However 90% of news, blogs, talks are for single malt.
It would help ( A LOT ) if winery shuts producing a finite stock. Prices would sky-rocket as happen to Japanese Karuizawa whisky.

"A bottle of 1960 Karuizawa sold for $HK918,750 ($118,500) at Bonhams in Hong Kong Friday, setting an auction record for a Japanese whisky."
Japanese Karuizawa Whisky Sets $118,500 Auction Record - Bloomberg Business

 

[AnonymousCoward]

Could anyone take a guess at what black market coonawarra shiraz @ $18.90? Thanks in advance
https://vinomofo.com/wines/red-wine/black-market-deal-shiraz-2012-040116

Shiraz

Coonawarra

2012

$50

$18.90

04/01/2016

Penley Estate Special Select

JH94, Red 5 Star

 

[blackcat20]

That is crazy. Especially for a wine you want to put away for quite a few years.

I hazard to think we may have "missed the boat" on Serrat. Given their tiny production surely they must increase prices or introduce some limited allocation system for next year's release.

I think I managed to get myself on their list quite quickly.

 

[DrSammyLee]

Just resurrecting this old post - someone paid $400/bottle (!!) + buyer's premium for Serrat Close Planted Shiraz Viognier 2014 back in August. That's even more multiples than $160...

I was kicking myself when I missed the Epiqure offer at RRP on the day after the award announcement and thinking the ~$60 at VM to be a borderline purchase at a 50% premium. But it seems others are willing to pay a lot more:
https://www.langtons.com.au/news/langtons-market-update-july-august-2015

I'm a fan of SV blends in general and have been meaning to try this even before the awards. I'm kicking myself for not getting it sooner. That said, I'm pretty happy with the SV blends from the Canberra district XD

 

[AnonymousCoward]

Thoughts on this Pinot? https://vinomofo.com/wines/red-wine/mof_-secret-deal-pinot-noir-2013-41215-2
Seppelt Drumborg Vineyard Pinot Noir perhaps?

 

[Sedimental]

Been offered a couple of times before. The excellent 2012 rated slightly better than the 2013 vintage. TWF 94 pts for the 2013. Haven't tried Seppelt Drumborg Pinot from Henty, love their riesling. I've ordered a case on spec as the vineyard was planted in 1964 and cool climate pinot is my style. (Suspect some of this goes into their bubbles). Currently $35 at Langtons in a 6 pack. TWE had it for $25 in November (Family & Friends)

 

[Tock]

The Drumborg Pinot is excellent - got a sixer last time it was up and had one last week. Straight from the bottle it is delicious, with some nice complexity and a well rounded finish. A bit of air only makes it better!

EDIT: The Oakridge YV Pinot could be a goer as well.

 

[Delectable Blue]

Hey mof_'s, the Helen & Joey 2013 Layla Pinot Noir has come back onto rotation at the Fo:

https://vinomofo.com/wines/red-wine/helen-joey-layla-yarra-valley-pinot-noir-2013-1d331045

I tasted this when it arrived in the Pinot 2.0 collection, and it really was the standout wine from the group. Here are my tasting notes:

A mellow, elegant and refined Pinot. Soft earthy pinot flavours supported by a generous helping of black cherry and strawberry fruit, with a hint of vanilla to help it all down. Silky tannins providing a soft smooth mouthfeel. Tastes a lot more expensive and a lot older than it was. Wifey says “yummmm”, who am I to disagree! Scrumptious.

 

[tgh]

done…. thanks… Fancied a pinot last night and had only one left in the quaffer rack.. now rectified

 

[TDC]

I've taken DB's advice too.

 

[Tannin]

As rumoured, Vinomofo is going global this year:

Vinomofo Prepares to Go Global - Power Retail

 

[Teebs]

Hello All...

Today's VIM Riesling seems to be Kalgan Ironrock Albany Riesling 2014?

https://vinomofo.com/wines/white-wi...168757086&mc_cid=4574d4affe&mc_eid=bb1c09e541

Happy to be corrected? Anyone tried before?

Cheers

 

[AnonymousCoward]

Hello All...

Today's VIM Riesling seems to be Kalgan Ironrock Albany Riesling 2014?

https://vinomofo.com/wines/white-wi...168757086&mc_cid=4574d4affe&mc_eid=bb1c09e541

Happy to be corrected? Anyone tried before?

Cheers

Was very impressed by the Ironrock Shiraz and Chardonnay offered, so I'm in.

 

[tgh]

+1 for the grass wine ….

Bought nothing for months and two today.. guess that means they are about to have some unreal deals that I won't let myself touch…..

 

[Sedimental]

Just ventured down to the cellar to grab this evenings quaffers. Noticed the Helen & Joey Pinot I last bought was the Estate that now doesn't feature on their website. My recollection of the one I tasted on delivery was very favourable. Just ordered a case of the 2013 Layla which seems to now be their mid range product. Has anyone compared their pinot range?

 

[jabba]

Maverick Twins GSM 2014?

https://vinomofo.com/wines/red-wine/black-market-deal-gsm-2014-080116?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed

"New vintage for our best selling covert GSM"

I personally regard the 2013 GSM as one of the best VM BFYB purchases.

 

[blackcat20]

Maverick Twins GSM 2014?

https://vinomofo.com/wines/red-wine/black-market-deal-gsm-2014-080116?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed

"New vintage for our best selling covert GSM"

I personally regard the 2013 GSM as one of the best VM BFYB purchases.

Oh dear, that'll test the no-wine-buying ban....

 

[Tock]

Oh dear - is this confirmed? Loooooved the twins.

 

[jabba]

Oh dear - is this confirmed? Loooooved the twins.

Can't be certain, but based on the description I believe it is.

The writeup mentions 150 year old vineyard that was the source of grange grapes. This matches the Maverick twins Trial Hill vineyard: Trial Hill Vineyard, Pewsey Vale, Eden Valley - Maverick Wines
Not sure on how many vineyards penfolds use for their grange.

 

[blackcat20]

Can't be certain, but based on the description I believe it is.

The writeup mentions 150 year old vineyard that was the source of grange grapes. This matches the Maverick twins Trial Hill vineyard: Trial Hill Vineyard, Pewsey Vale, Eden Valley - Maverick Wines
Not sure on how many vineyards penfolds use for their grange.

I've taken a leap. If its not, can always send it back...