Tag Archives: South Australia

Lonely Grape TV Episode #101 – Pertaringa Aglianico

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Lonely Grape

A treat for me and I hope a treat for you. The grape variety Aglianico from Southern Italy is a varietal I have never tried before. I was certainly impressed – enough to want to try more from this variety.

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Lonely Grape TV Episode #100 – Fox Creek Wines 2009 Short Row Shiraz

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Lonely Grape

Thanks for joining me on the 100th episode of Lonely Grape TV. As this is a special treat I am sharing a bottle on 2009 Fox Creek Wines Short Row Shiraz. A wine I had some involvement in making as … Continue reading →

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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.

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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 # 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 #83 – Genders 2005 McLaren Park Shiraz

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Lonely Grape

Dianna Genders has done it again with her newly released 2005 McLaren Park Shiraz. Layers of flavor here – check out my review……

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McLaren Vale Wines – Dowie Doole

Posted on September 11, 2011 by Lonely Grape

Dowie Doole has moved it’s tasting facility to it’s headquarters on California Road. They were previously at the Salopian Inn with Gemtree wines until recent times. The new facility is well set up at the end of a small vineyard … Continue reading →

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McLaren Vale – Budburst and Christmas Preparations

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Lonely Grape

No wine or winery reviews this weekend.  I have not been able to taste wine for the 8 or so days due to having the flu and not being able to smell has hampered any quality wine tasting.  On top … Continue reading →

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McLaren Vale Wine – Battle of Bosworth

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Lonely Grape

One of only 2 fully organically certified vineyard operations in the McLaren Vale region, that I am aware of.  I have previously reviewed this operation so I refer you to this entry by clicking here. They have 2 wine ranges, … Continue reading →

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