Category Archives: Mclaren Vale

Lonely Grape TV Episode #112 Braydun Hill 2006 Premium Shiraz

Posted on April 14, 2012 by Lonely Grape

From one of the small artesian producers Braydun Hill. They concentrate on Shiraz and do a wonderful job. The 2006 is excellent.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #111 Danshi Rise 2008 Shiraz

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Danshi Rise -doing what they do best – making good wine from difficult conditions. Check out my thoughts…..

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Posted on April 5, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Welcome to the Lonely Grape?  An insightful blog which gives the curious wine lover a glimpse into the beautiful McLaren Vale region in Southern Australia which is famous for producing top quality wines like the Vale’s famous red and white … Continue reading →

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #110 Waywood Wines 2010 Quattro Vini

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Lonely Grape

An interesting blend of Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Cabernet and Shiraz. Not only an interesting blend but also a very interesting wine. Check out purchase of this wine as part of the Taste McLaren Vale Membership pack

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #109 Grancari Estate Old Vine Grenache

Posted on March 25, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Here I an reviewing the first wine from the Taste McLaren Vale membership tasting back – Backyard Shed Cru Tasting Pack #6.  This old vine Grenache comes from one of thE few fully certified organic producers in McLaren Vale.  Check … Continue reading →

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Lonely Grape TV Episode 108 Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards “Banished” Fortified Grenache

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Join me when I check out a 20 year old fortified Grenache from a McLaren Vale iconic family owned stable – Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #107 Gilligan 2009 GSM

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Join me in tasting a Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre from an up and coming producer – Gilligan.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #106 Zimmermann 2010Arneis

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Another of the emerging varieties – this time Arneis, a white wine variety that has a reputation for doing well in McLaren Vale. See what you think…….

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Lonely Grape TV Episode 105 Handmade By Geoff Hardy 2009 Lagrein

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Join me checking out another emerging variety – this time a Lagrein. I have tried this variety before and I am amazed at the milk chocolate character this wine seems to provide.    

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #104- 2010 Handcrafted By Geoff Hardy Teroldego

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Another new variety – Teroldego. An Italian variety that I have not tried before. It was wonderful and I hope to see more of this variety.

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