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The Dead Arm

d'Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz 2006

Mclaren Vale, Australia
4924 days ago

Kevin scored this wine: 96/100

Aussie shiraz is more commonly thought of as big ballsy high alcohol fruit bombs. Dead Arm by d'Arenberg in Adelaide Hills is very different. This wine has a much more European feel; it's flavours of blackberry and herb are elegant rather than a kick in the teeth, the sweetness is subtle perfectly matched with defined tannins and superb length. Ridiculously good value - wine punches well above its weight.

Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2009

Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand
4924 days ago

Kevin scored this wine: 95/100

If you love the lime zing fresh acidity of the Kiwi Sav Blanc, you'll adore this as it has it by the bucketload. Dangerously delicious and mouthwateringly juicy, this is a ridiculous moreish wine that should be opened at a BBQ with care as it disappears far too quickly. Full bodies, crisp and delicious.

Dr. L

Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling 2009

Q.B.A., Mosel, Germany
4924 days ago

Kevin scored this wine: 93/100

A fresh zingy Riesling with the perfect level of sweetness as a summer tipple that's a little different [and perhaps more interesting] than your traditional pinot Grigio. Medium body with quite low alcohol with gorgeous peach and mineral notes.

Cloudy Bay Chardonnay 2008

Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand
4924 days ago

Kevin scored this wine: 92/100

Cloudy Bay was the label that brought New Zealand to the World Wine Stage with their 'groundbreaking' Sauvignon Blanc. Personally, I think there are better Sav Blancs out there and that their Chardonnay is definitely more interesting. Hints of peach and biscuit with a nice edge of minerality.

Glaetzer Wines

Wallace By Ben Glaetzer Glaetzer Wines Shiraz Grenache 2007

Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia
4922 days ago

Kevin scored this wine: 92/100

Rich, full bodied and delicious. Very full on fruit with perhaps a tinge too much alcohol. Will please the Parker posse!

Kevin

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