Tag Archives: McLaren Vale Wine

Lonely Grape TV Episode #115 Oxenberry White Grapple Cider

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Lonely Grape

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

Posted on April 22, 2012 by Lonely Grape

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

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 #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 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 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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Lonely Grape TV Episode 103 – Genders 2006 Cabernet

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Dianna Genders has done it again with a McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon of substance.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode 102 – 2009 Samuels Gorge Grenache

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Join me in sharing my favorite grape variety from one of my favorite wineries – Samuels Gorge Grenache. Part of the McLaren Vale Cadensia Project. A regional marketing of Grenache. This variety can make excellent wine but it is not … Continue reading →

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