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Lonely Grape TV Episode #94 – Gancari Estate Rose

Posted on November 13, 2011 by Lonely Grape

A wine style that seems to be an emotional roller coaster – Rose.  Like it or love it this style seems to get people talking about the style and having an opinion about it.  This style is quite dry and … Continue reading →

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #92 – Sabella Pinot Grigio

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Lonely Grape

I say hello to a friend – Sabella Vineyards.  This time a crisp Pinot Grigio.  Full of green apples and Nashi pears.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #91 Graham Stevens Wines 2011 Rose

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Lonely Grape

My first 2011 wine from McLaren Vale and I am so glad it was this one. The red fruits of Grenache just engulf you in the wine made for pure enjoyment. I enjoyed it (if you had not noticed) and … Continue reading →

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #90 – Massey 2005 Bambino Shiraz

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Lonely Grape

Massey Vineyards – a McLaren Vale wine producer I do not know anything about. After tasting this I will have to change that. I thoroughly enjoyed this 2005 Shiraz. Join me while I check it out!

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #88 Graham Stevens Wines Vintage Shiraz

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Lonely Grape

This Vintage Fortified Shiraz is a beauty from Graham Stevens Wines – it is like essence of Shiraz in a bottle.

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Change to Lonely Grape and Taste McLaren Vale

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Lonely Grape

Today marks the beginning of a new venture in the Lonely Grape and Taste McLaren Vale.  In many ways there will be no change but in others there is a major change in direction. From today the Lonely grape will … Continue reading →

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Lonely Grape TV Episode # 87 Dowie Doole 2009 Cabernet

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Lonely Grape

There were no donuts in this wine – good Cabernet from McLaren Vale from Dowie Doole. Check out the video to see what I mean……

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Lonely Grape TV Episode # 86 2010 Gilligan SGM

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Lonely Grape

What a joy – the 2010 Gilligan Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre. One of my favorite blends and this one makes the grade.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode # 85 – 2009 Black Minnow

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Lonely Grape

2009 Black Minnow from Minnow Creek Wines – a blend of 80% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet and 5% Malbec. Interesting blend and an interesting wine.

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McLaren Vale Wines – Backyard Shed Cru Red Pack #5

Posted on September 17, 2011 by Lonely Grape

 My wine sales web site http://www.tastemclarenvale.com.au is about to roll out the new Backyard Shed Cru wine tasting pack.  The idea of the Backyard Shed Cru packs is to showcase small artiesan wineries from the McLaren Vale region.  The web … Continue reading →

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