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This week we suggest an expensive wine as we check out one of the eargerly anticipated Penfolds super premium releases. As well we look at a Rosé especially for those in areas where the weather is warming up, and we also recommend a riesling from WA.

In this episode we recommend:

• Turkey Flat Rosé 2007 ($20-24)
• Mad Fish riesling 2006 ($14-15)
• Penfolds St. Henri shiraz 2004 ($70-90)

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Cheers… and happy wine buying!

Brad and Danny

This Sunday is Mothers Day in Australia, and so we offer a sparkling wine that would be a perfect way to show your Mum that you care. As well we look at a Bordeaux style blend from Coonawarra and a somewhat unloved grape variety which doesn’t deserve the rough treatment it gets.

In this episode we recommend:

• Yarrabank Cuvée 2002 ($30-35)
• Zema Estate Cluny 2004 ($21-25)
• Elderton merlot 2005 ($23-25)

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Cheers… and happy wine buying!

Brad and Danny

This week we go back to back with cabernets, but when the cabs are as good as this, why wouldn’t you? We kick off with a central Victorian cabernet from a producer with a seriously impressive heritage. The follow up cab is a perennial favourite but which comes from a particularly good year. And to round things out we look at an Adelaide Hills chardonnay with a cryptic name.

In this episode we recommend:

• Tahbilk cabernet sauvignon 2003 ($18-22)
• Jacobs Creek St.Hugo 2004 ($33-40)
• Yalumba FDW7c chardonnay 2006 ($23-25)

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Cheers… and happy wine buying!

Brad and Danny

This week we look at a shiraz that won’t break the bank, even when you find it on the wine list at the local pub. We also look at a hand-picked riesling from the Clare Valley that helps to make the most of a tough vintage. And we also take a sneak peak at a limited edition shiraz from the Hunter Valley which is due for release in a few weeks.

In this episode we recommend:

• Seppelt Chalambar shiraz 2005 ($17-25)
• Knappstein Hand Picked riesling 2007 ($17-23)
• Thomas Wines Kiss shiraz 2006 ($45-50)

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Brad and Danny

This week we look at a Cabernet from a region possibly better known for its shiraz, but which certainly hits the mark. We also look at a shiraz from the Great Southern region of Western Australia. There’s also a botrytis semillon from a smaller producer, in a smaller bottle perfect for the sweet wine.

In this episode we recommend:

• Richard Hamilton Hut Block cabernet sauvignon 2006 ($14-17)
• Cookoothama botrytis semillon 2006 ($20-22)
• Howard Park Scotsdale shiraz ($30-35)

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Brad and Danny

This episode we look at three bargain wines with great pedigrees. The first is a WineWeek favourite, a wine that regularly scores over 90 points from other critics and comes in at under $15. Rieslings make another appearance with an Eden Valley offering from a big name Barossa producer. There’s also a pinot noir with style and flair without a huge price tag.

In this episode we recommend:

• Hardys Oomoo McLaren Vale shiraz 2006 ($12-15)
• Peter Lehmann Eden Valley riesling 2007 ($13-16)
• Scotchmans Hill Geelong pinot noir 2006 ($25-27)

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Brad and Danny

This week we check out a wine you might have to watch out for, a wine that should be given time to reach its full potential and a wine for those watching their calorie intake. Firstly we look at an early havest white blend which is low both in alcohol and in calories. The next wine is a brilliant red from a great Barossa producer which may take a little searching to track down, but worth the effort. The the final wine this week is a Cabernet Sauvignon that will benefit from some patient cellaring.

In this episode we recommend:

• Lindemans Early Harvest semillon sauvignon blanc 2007 ($12-14)
• Pirathon by Kalleske shiraz 2006 ($20-24)
• Wolf Blass Grey Label cabernet sauvignon 2006 ($27-40)

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Brad and Danny

This week we look at a typically big and rich McLaren Vale shiraz, but our other two wines each have something a bit different to offer. We take a look at a white blend of viognier and pinot gris which comes together nicely, and finally a pinot noir which will appeal to those who like their pinots a bit “bigger” in style.

In this episode we recommend:

• Penny’s Hill McLaren Vale Shiraz 2006 ($23-27)
• Heartland Viognier Pinot Gris 2006 ($17-20)
• Grosset Pinot Noir 2006 ($55-60)

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Brad and Danny

This week the footy season kicks off here in Australia, so we look at a wine who’s label closely resembles the jumper of footy team we both follow! We also take a look at another great reisling from the Clare Valley, and Brad takes a look at a terrific wine from Bordeaux that he picked up while tasting his away across France recently.

In this episode we recommend:

• Richmond Grove Watervale Riesling 2007($18-20)
• Wynns Coonawarra Cabernet Shiraz Merlot 2006 ($15-19)
• Chateau Palmer Alter Ego 2004 ($90-125)

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Brad and Danny

This week we look at three wines perfect for opening up after your main meal is done. The first is a Muscat which is under the vino-lok closure to make sure the wine is at its best. The next is a sweet white made in the style of the great French sauturnes. And it wouldn’t be a dessert wine special without looking at a brilliant fortified from Rutherglen.

In this episode we recommend:

• All Saints Rutherglen Muscat NV ($18-20)
• De Bortoli Noble One 2003 750ml ($45-50)
• Morris Old Premium Tawny Port NV ($45-50)

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Cheers… and happy wine buying!

Brad and Danny