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Lonely Grape TV Episode #120 Gilligan 2011 Little Brother Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre

In 2011 Gilligan wines did not make their flagship SGM wine.  Thus the second label – Little Brother, got some fruit it would not normally get.  I was looking forward to seeing how this blend was…..

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #119 Grancari Estate 2010 Shiraz

A recently bottled sample from what is fast becoming one of my favorite wineries – the organically grown Grancari Estate.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #117 Angoves Grand Tawny

With the cold weather kicking in here in McLaren Vale I thought I would share a warming fortified with you. Check out my thoughts about the Angoves Grand Tawny. This is a 10 year old Grenache.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #116 Kay Brothers 2010 Basket Pressed Mataro

Everything old s new again. Mataro also known as Mourvedre has been grown in Australia for many years and now is starting to appear as a red wine blender or on it’s own. Check out my thoughts on this new … Continue reading

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #115 Oxenberry White Grapple Cider

Another unusual offering from McLaren Vale.  This time a “cider” made from 70% McLaren Vale Chardonnay grapes and 30% Adelaide Hills apples.  Check out my thoughts on this refreshing drink…..

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #113 Pikkara 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon

A micro producergiving us a Cabernet ot real substance.  Check out my thoughts…….

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #112 Braydun Hill 2006 Premium Shiraz

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 #110 Waywood Wines 2010 Quattro Vini

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 108 Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards “Banished” Fortified Grenache

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

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

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