Wine Heroes
This page is dedicated to our wine heroes β the wines, winery and winemakers that have shaped our vinous journey over the past 20 years.
We have followed, bought, and collected all the wines that feature on this page for many years, and their quality, vintage upon vintage, is without question.
In short, these are the wines we drink, and we hope you will love them as much as we do.
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2024 The Wolftrap White, Boekenhoutskloof
Crafted at the historic Boekenhoutskloof estate, established in 1776 and nestled in the remote reaches of Franschhoek, The Wolftrap White is a vibr...
View full details2023 The Wolftrap Red, Boekenhoutskloof
Crafted at the historic Boekenhoutskloof estate, established in 1776 and nestled in the remote reaches of Franschhoek, The Wolftrap Red is a bold, ...
View full details2022 Merlot, Cousino Macul
CousiΓ±o Macul, a cornerstone of Chilean winemaking since 1856, remains a family-owned estate nestled in the heart of the Maipo Valley, Chileβs prem...
View full details2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Cousino Macul
A vibrant expression of Maipo Valley terroir, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon from CousiΓ±o Macul showcases the purity and typicity of the variety with ...
View full details2023 Carmenere, Cousino Macul
The 2023 CousiΓ±o Macul CarmΓ©nΓ¨re embodies the rich heritage and innovative spirit of one of Chileβs most esteemed family-owned wineries.Β Establishe...
View full details2022 Chardonnay, Cousino Macul
As one of the pioneers of Chilean Chardonnay, CousiΓ±o Macul has been cultivating this noble variety since the late 19th century, when vine cuttings...
View full details2023 The Lodge Hill Dry Riesling, Jim Barry
Limewire Electric, crystalline and bursting with Clare Valley energy, the 2023 Lodge Hill Riesling is a masterclass in purity and drive. Aromas lea...
View full details2021 Dillons Point Sauvignon Blanc, Saint Clair
The 2021 Dillons Point Sauvignon Blanc bursts from the glass with that unmistakable Marlborough energy, vibrant gooseberry, fresh passionfruit and ...
View full details2024 Watervale Riesling, Jim Barry
Located fifteen kilometres south of Clare township, the tiny village of Watervale is nestled in South Australiaβs Clare Valley and is international...
View full details2022 Barry Bros Shiraz, Jim Barry
The wines of Jim Barry are renowned throughout the wine world as icons of Clare Valley, voted β2020 Winery of the Yearβ at the Halliday Wine Compan...
View full details2023 Centine Rose, Banfi
Centine, pronounced CHEN tee nay, takes its name from a 19th century farmhouse on the Castello Banfi vineyard estate and represents the gateway to ...
View full details2021 The Lodge Hill Shiraz, Jim Barry
The Clare Valley Classic From the elevated eastern ranges of Clare Valley, this Shiraz combines altitude with precision. The nose opens wit...
View full details2021 'Cover Drive' Cabernet Sauvignon, Jim Barry
Straight Through the Covers A Cabernet with classic Clare structure and effortless poise. The nose opens with cassis, boysenberry and fresh tobacco...
View full details2022 Watervale Shiraz, Jim Barry
Bright Side of Shiraz A fresher, more vibrant expression of Clare Valley Shiraz. The nose bursts with blue and black fruits, black pepper and a fli...
View full details2022 'Origin' Pinot Noir, Saint Clair
Dark garnet colour in the glass with aromas layered with blueberry and blackcurrant fruits, intermingled with dark chocolate aromas. The palate is ...
View full details2023 Little Yering Chardonnay, Yering Station
A jewel in the Yarra Valley crown, Yering Station produces world-class cool climate wines from its revered vineyards which are famously abound with...
View full details2021 'Origin' Riesling, Saint Clair
This 2021 Riesling opens in the glass with fragrant notes of Kaffir lime and mandarin, layered with hints of orange blossom and beeswax. On the pal...
View full details2021 Little Yering Pinot Noir, Yering Station
A jewel in the Yarra Valley crown, Yering Station produces world-class cool climate wines from its revered vineyards which are famously abound with...
View full details2020 Little Yering Shiraz, Yering Station
A juicy, fruity and cool-climate Shiraz, with spicy plum and blackberry fruit layered with a touch of violet and white pepper on the soft, lush pal...
View full details2022 Centine Rosso, Banfi
Centine, pronounced CHEN tee nay, takes its name from a 19th century farmhouse on the Castello Banfi vineyard estate and represents the gateway to ...
View full details2021 Viognier, Origin, Saint Clair
An elegant wine displaying prominent notes of white peach, nectarine and fragrant almond blossom laced with impressions of clove and nutmeg spice. ...
View full details2022 'Les Petits Pins' CΓ΄tes du Roussillon Villages, Dom Brial
Opulent and refined, with ripe red berries, cooked fruit and a gentle whiff of spice, complemented by fresh mineral overtones and a lovely garrigue...
View full details2024 'Origin' Sauvignon Blanc, Saint Clair
Tropical aromas of passionfruit, guava and blackcurrant combine with nettle and subtle chalky mineral notes. The rich, full palate with grapefruit ...
View full details2018 Antiguas Reservas Merlot, Cousino Macul
Crafted from a meticulous selection of the finest estate-grown Merlot, the 2018 Antiguas Reservas Merlot represents CousiΓ±o Maculβs unwavering dedi...
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