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 wine varieties such as Chardonnay and Shiraz.  Here you will find useful information about McLaren Vale’s numerous wines and wineries if you are interested to try out the  Vale’s wine selections or maybe purchase a bottle or two during ystay visit to the area.

If you loved your experiences during your visit here or simply interested to know more about the beautiful McLaren Vale region then you will love the Lonely Grape as well.

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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 out my thoughts…..

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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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