Tag Archives: McLaren Vale Wine

Lonely Grape TV Episode # 99 – Braydun Hill 2008 Shimply Shiraz

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Lonely Grape

From the Braydun Hill stable, this Shimply Shiraz is a pleasant surprise and I can see why it is a recent award winner.

Lonely Grape TV Episode # 98 Pikkara 2010 Shiraz

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Lonely Grape

A newly bottled 2010 Shiraz from a really small McLaren Vale producer – Pikkara. This will be one to watch. All the usual character of McLaren Vale Shiraz.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #97 Inkwell 2010 Primotivo

Posted on December 3, 2011 by Lonely Grape

Join me while I taste one of the few Zinfandel’s I have tried. I would have to say that this one is my favorite.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #95 – Grancari Estate 2008 Shiraz

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Lonely Grape

A Shiraz from one of the few fully certified organic vineyard and winery combinations in McLaren Vale. 2008 was a hot vintage that caused many issues with the resultant wine, however this wine seems to have been spared.

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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!