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Halliday Ultimate Red Dozen with $150 wine

An out-of-this-world case of some of the best reds that Australia has to offer and highly rated by James Halliday’s Wine Companion. Leading the charge is the peerless Helios Cabernet Sauvignon by Penley, with a usual bottle RRP of $150, rated 96 points by JH. Not to be outdone there’s also the barnstorming Old Paddock & Old Hill Shiraz from Hunter greats Mount Pleasant, rated 97 points, a trio of 96-point rated wines in the form of the Crayeres Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz from Terre a Terre, the McLaren Vale Shiraz from Heirloom Vineyards, and the classic Wynns Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon. Other big hitters include the 2016 Basket Pressed Cellar Release from SA trailblazers Reynella, $69 RRP and the exceptional Schoolhouse Wines Coonawarra Shiraz valued at $80 RRP.

Bleasdale Ultimate Malbec Collection Six

Langhorne Creek icon, Bleasdale, are an historic producer, they have over 170 years of continuous winemaking by the direct descendants of the founding Potts family. Malbec has found a home in South Australia’s cooler Langhorne Creek, and Bleasdale produced the region’s first table wine from the variety in 1961. This case combines their consistently excellent, Halliday Wine Companion 96-point rated Generations expression, along with a bottle each of three different single-vineyard malbecs, each with its own unique characteristics and rated 95-96 points by the Wine Companion. 

Luxury 95 Point Icon Shiraz + Cabernet Duo

The magic of Coonawarra is on display here with two 95 point red wines. Includes the iconic Wynns Black Label Shiraz 2019, a wine that has consistently delivered vintage after vintage and proven it can stand the test of time. Plus the Leconfield Sydney Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 (valued at $100), a legendary wine honouring wine industry legend and Leconfield founder, Sydney Hamilton.

Shiraz Selection Dozen

Australian wine drinkers and shiraz, a love affair of the ages! It’s the country’s most widely planted variety and probably the most renowned area of production are the wine regions of South Australia. Here you’ll find two bottles each of these shining examples of shiraz, including wine from McLaren Vale legends Wirra Wirra, a Halliday Wine Companion 5-star rated producer, plus another McLaren Vale wine from Ulithorne, the 95-point rated Immortelle Shiraz. Icon region the Barossa is represented by Purple Hands and their After Five Wine Co Shiraz, a gold medal winner, and from Robe, an up-and-coming region on the Limestone Coast is Stonehaven’s LVR Shiraz, awarded 95 points by Halliday. 

Penfolds Grange 2018

The most powerful expression of Penfolds multi-vineyard, multi-district blending philosophy, Grange is arguably Australia’s most celebrated wine and is officially listed as a Heritage Icon of South Australia. Crafted utilising fully ripe, intensely flavoured and structured shiraz grapes, the result is a unique Australian style that is now recognised as one of the most consistent of the world’s great wines. With an unbroken line of vintages from the experimental 1951, Grange clearly demonstrates the synergy between shiraz and the soils and climates of South Australia 

Great Value Aussie Shiraz Dozen

A superb value shiraz dozen. Three bottles each of these fantastic everyday drinking shiraz wines are included. A Barossa Valley classic from Langmeil, the sought-after and exclusive Coriole Aroona Shiraz, a powerfully striking shiraz from Willow Bridge, and the generous 95 point-rated shiraz from Magarey Lane. What's not to love about this case.

Great Value Red Dozen With $150 Red

This case represents a selection of highly rated wines at an everyday price! The Chalk Hill Alpha Crucis Sirius Shiraz usually retails at $150 and is rated 98 points by Wine Orbit. This exceptional shiraz is accompanied amongst others by delicious, delicate pinot noir from Tomich Hill, there are  wines from Halliday Wine Companion 5-star rated producers Jericho and Credaro, as well as a gold-medal winning classic Coonawarra shiraz from Redman.

Stonehaven LVR Padthaway Pinot Noir 2024

The Stonehaven Winery was originally built by Hardy's in 1998. Located in the heart of the Limestone Coast, the winery benefits from the region's unique terroir, including rich soils and cool evening temperatures perfectly suited to the production of premium pinot noir.

d'Arenberg The Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier 2018

An enticing mix of primary fruit characters entwined with flowers, ginger and stone fruit. Another impeccably good offering from Chester Osborne combining rich and voluptuous McLaren Vale Shiraz with lifted fragrant Viognier. d'Arenberg is one of the pioneers of this style, the 'Magpie' continues to go from strength to strength.

Bests Thomson Family Great Western Shiraz 2019

The Thomson Family Shiraz is produced predominantly from the fifteen rows of vines planted by Henry Best in 1868 and only available in exceptional years, on average about six times a decade.

Penfolds 65F By NIGO Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2021 (Gift Box)

This limited-edition was designed by NIGO. Inspired by the metal chimney which towers 65 feet over Penfolds Magill Estate Winery, NIGO revived material from Penfolds archive to inspire a design honouring Penfolds history. Matured in hand-selected French oak barriques, 65F exudes Penfolds House Style. From block selection to regional assemblage, this cabernet sauvignon shiraz blend was mindfully considered yet craft-led at every step. Sourced from prized vineyards across South Australia, Penfolds 65F celebrates the iconic Australian blend of cabernet sauvignon and shiraz. Displaying dark fruited saturation accompanied by a modern gloss, this limited-edition release is immediately Penfolds.

Penfolds 802.A Superblend Cabernet Shiraz 2018

Turkey Flat Shiraz 2021

This highly acclaimed Shiraz has received numerous awards since its first vintage in 1990. However, it's the versatility of this wine, in the way it embraces both power and elegance that is most impressive. This Shiraz is a result of a very intricate blending process. After each parcel of fruit is individually vinified & aged in specially selected French oak barrels, the final blend is created with careful consideration to upholding its reputation for cellaring gracefully, retaining its freshness and balance for many years.

Dexter Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2023

Aromas of dark cherry, blackberry, bay leaf and thyme with subtle floral fragrance and hints of oak. It has a soft entry with mid palate fruit sweetness and lovely texture. Fine tannins and balanced acidity result in a wine with good texture and length.

E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Rouge 2021

E. Guigal is a highly acclaimed winery and négociant business located in Ampuis, in the northern Rhône region of France. Founded in 1946 by Étienne Guigal, the estate gained international recognition under his son Marcel Guigal, who took over in 1961. Today, the third generation, Philippe Guigal, continues the family's dedication to quality winemaking.

Penfolds French II Cabernet Shiraz 2019 (Gift Box)

The creation of this limited release cabernet shiraz began in a quest to create something real, different, and aspiringly lofty, together with our trusted partner Dourthe Bordeaux. The French component of this wine was made at two of the Dourthe-owned wineries. Australian components of this wine were made at Penfolds Nuriootpa Winery (South Australia). The French and Australian components were blended and bottled in South Australia.

Wirra Wirra The Absconder Grenache 2022

Absconder Grenache is made from a vineyard planted in the time of Wirra Wirra’s founder Robert Strangways Wigley. Wigley was an eccentric whose lust for life had at times seen him fall foul of the law in his home town. In fact, one episode involving the ‘acquisition’ of the famous Adelaide pie-cart and a joy ride through the city streets was the catalyst for banishment to McLaren Vale. However Wigley did not abscond into the wilderness. He became known for his world class wines - including fortifieds made with the grenache of the day - and helped to build the reputation of McLaren Vale.

Eagles Rest Syrah Maluna 2019

The Maluna vineyard is nestled at 240m above sea level in the foothills of the Broken Back Range and is one of the highest altitude vineyards in the Hunter Valley. 2019 Maluna Syrah was made from the best parcels of fruit and reflects the special nature of the site on which the fruit is grown. A deep red with great concentration and depth. Bright red fruit, forest berries and dried flowers overlay darker notes of spiced plums and black cherries. Hints of chestnut, clove, and subtle spice. Sweet cola, amaro bitters and a savoury, earthy finish.

Nightfall Aquila Cabernet Franc 2019

Nightfall wines are the epitome of luxury, style and exclusivity. Crafted from a pristine single vineyard site in the heart of Coonawarra. The Nightfall Aquila Cabernet Franc 2019 opens with perfumed florals on the nose then moves into bright red fruit on the palate. The chalky fine tannins play a significant role while the oak remains perfectly in harmony.

Tyrrells Vat 9 Hunter Valley Shiraz 2021

Vibrant purple in colour, a regal nose showing lifted spice, dark fruits and subtle hint of oak. The palate is medium-bodied showing great intensity and the velvety texture that is seen in the best wines from this vintage. The palate structure is effortless with no rough edges showing wonderful balance of fruit, acid, oak and tannin.

de Bortoli Wizardry Grenache 2020

Clever, surprising, magical… with a bit of the dark arts thrown in. This wine style is light, gentle, textured. The wine of the warmer regions.

Munda Kaurna Country Blewitt Springs Syrah 2021

Munda Wines is majority Indigenous owned and tells stories from Country through its fine wines. Munda is the Wirangu & Kokatha word for land or country, or our depiction of the French term 'terroir.' Kaurna Country, also known as McLaren Vale, from the sub-region of Blewitt Springs prized for its deep, sandy soils which gives a grippiness to the Syrah and a fine texture. Partially de-stemmed with 10% whole bunch with the remaining fruit retained whole with wild yeast fermentation. Cellared for 16 months in 2nd & 3rd use French Oak puncheons. Medium to full bodied, blueberry, plum and layers of spice.

Alkina Polygon #1 Shiraz 2022

There are three polygons that have, since the very early days, looked like they could stand apart as Single Polygon wines. Polygon 3 is 0.274 hectares (ha) and approximately 200 vines. Its soil profile is shallow red brown earth over deep chalky, sedimentary limestone which contains fractured schist and limited iron. Polygon 5 comprises two similar parcels of 0.12ha and 0.25ha, a total of 0.37ha. These Polygon 5 sections have deeper soils and well fractured schist with ferric clay (within the fractures).  Polygon 1 was defined in Pedro’s second visit in 2018. The block is 0.4ha which Pedro divided into separate areas and recommended that we exclude one section of 0.097ha which lacks the fractured schist of the other sections.

Swinney Farvie Mourvedre 2022

This is just the second release of Farvie Mourvèdre, a wine crafted from a draconian selection of dry-grown bush vine Mourvèdre on the same kidney-shaped patch of dirt as the vines for the Farvie Grenache in the Wilson’s Pool vineyard. The vines here face northeast on leaner topsoil and with a higher percentage of coarse lateritic gravel; the roots have now made it down into the clay beneath. Meticulous fruit-thinning and selective hand-harvesting over multiple passes ensured Swinney achieved fruit as close to perfect as possible. 

Last year’s release fermented entirely as whole bunches. This year, the bunches and berries were smaller, requiring Mann to tweak the percentage (66%) to achieve the perfect balance. According to Mann, the Farvie Mourvèdre loves bunches: “It helps to balance the wildness, gaminess and rustiness of the fruit while accentuating the spice element of the wine.” Regarding the process, the wine spent 11 days on skins before being pressed to large, fine-grained, seasoned French oak vessels, where it matured for 11 months. 

As if last year’s wine didn’t set the bar high enough! “It might be my favourite wine I’ve ever made from Swinney,” says Rob Mann. “It’s so pretty; there’s a lovely natural balance and vitality that’s sometimes hard to capture. It’s pretty close to being a very, very good wine.” 

John Duval Annexus Mataro 2021

First planted in Barossa in the 1850’s, the region is today a rich source of old vine Mataro, including the oldest known vineyards in the world. Our relationships with local grape growing families provide privileged access to many exceptional old Mataro vineyards from which we produce wine for our Plexus Red blend. Encouraged by the response to our initial bottlings of small parcels of Grenache under the Annexus label, we extended the idea of presenting the best of the varietal components of Plexus to Mataro with the first release from the highly praised 2016 vintage.

Bleasdale Inveniam Viam Cabernet Malbec 2019

‘Inveniam Viam’ means ‘I Shall Find a Way’ in Latin. MMXIX is the Roman Numerals for the vintage 2019. The story on the back label: “ Never has a phrase better embodied Bleasdale’s founder, Frank Potts. A man who joined the navy at age nine, emigrated to South Australia at age 21 with naught but a carpentry set to his name, who then proceeded to establish a vineyard and winery that would carry on his legacy for more than 170 years and counting.”   The story on the inside of the presentation box: “Inveniam Viam perfectly captures the spirit of Bleasdale’s founder, Frank Potts, and his unwavering determination to overcome challenges and pursue innovation. In 1836 at the age of 21, Frank Potts emigrated to South Australia with nothing but a carpentry set to his name. He built a sailing boat to trade salt, which led to a commission to build a ferry. During his work on the ferry, Frank passed through Langhorne Creek, where he would later purchase the first sections of land and establish Bleasdale in 1850. Frank planted vineyards and developed an innovative system of levees and floodgates to take advantage of the natural flooding from the Bremer River, which still benefits the region today. In addition to his winery and house, Frank built a forge and became a skilled blacksmith to craft his own metal tools and equipment. Upon his retirement, he returned to his passion for boat-building and created several more river vessels.

Amisfield Pinot Noir 2022

Amisfield was established in 1988 and is a Central Otago based specialist producer of Pinot Noir and aromatic white wines, sourced from fruit grown on their Single Vineyard Estate, situated beneath the glacially sculptured Pisa mountain range. Vineyards are managed holistically through organic practices focused around nurturing Amisfield’s unique soils, vines and habitats – this combined with a rugged inland location and an extreme semi-continental climate, yields wines of remarkable purity, intensity and vibrancy. The vineyard at Amisfield Estate beneath the dramatic Pisa mountain range of Central Otago is New Zealand’s most spectacular wine region. The privately owned estate, once a prominent high country merino sheep station, is now one of the largest single vineyard estates in the Central Otago region with over 90 Ha (222 acres) planted and farmed organically. The rugged inland location affords a semi-continental climate, with exceptionally cold winters, hot summers, cool evenings and low rainfall. This unforgiving environment gives generously to flavour. The unique growing conditions combined with glacially derived soils produce wines of remarkable purity, intensity and vibrancy. A state-of-the-art purpose-built winery is the focal point of the vineyard and is designed to enable winemakers to craft wines with minimal intervention and as naturally as possible. At Amisfield they are committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility at every step of the process. The vineyard is now managed entirely organically and is in conversion to full organic certification with New Zealand’s leading organic certification body BioGro. The Amisfield experience extends to a world-class Bistro & Cellar Door at Lake Hayes, Queenstown. Here, guests can experience the array of wines they produce every year accompanied by the freshest local produce.

Dukes Magpie Hill Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Duke's Vineyard is a retirement project-turned-obsession of Duke and Hilde Ranson. Cabernet is Duke's passion. He planted his first vines of Cabernet it in the foothils of the Porongurups back in 1999. Today, it's absolutely flourishing. The result of the dry year was a fragrant wine with powerful cassis flavours and a fine acid finish. Its richness is spectacular because it parallels the wine's power. Endless peaks of supple blackcurrant and cassis make light of the varietal tannins that can dog cabernet. Enjoy with family and friends. The Halliday Wine Companion awarded it a mammoth 97 points, making it one of the best value Cabernets in Australia, in their esteemed opinion.

Pyramid Valley Snake's Tongue Pinot Noir 2022

This is the second release of Pyramid Valley’s Snake’s Tongue Pinot Noir from the estate’s impressive Mānatu vineyard, located in the Lowburn sub-region of Central Otago. Planted in the mid-2000s by Jean and Roger Gibson, the former Lowburn Ferry property sits on a gentle, north-facing slope in the foothills of the Pisa Ranges. A key trait of the site is its soils: loess over deep silts that have developed pedogenic lime deposits. With high pH and suitability for growing world-class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, these soils proved the main drawcard for winemaker Huw Kinch, viticulturist Nick Paulin and owner Steve Smith MW.  The 10.2-hectare property is home to a patchwork of Pinot Noir clones—Abel, 667, 777, 114, 115, 943, 828, 115 and clone 5—playing into Kinch’s preference for clonal mix in the vineyard and the winery. The Snake’s Tongue block is a 1.9-hectare plot in the southeast corner of the vineyard, with this release drawn from a 0.7-hectare parcel of Abel clone planted in 2007. (The remaining 1.2 hectares comprises new high-density vines—clones 828, 943 and 115—planted in 2018/2019.)

Provenance Geelong Shiraz 2019

Medium bodied with generous fruit weight makes this wine oh-so drinkable.

Red Wine

Mixed

Bleasdale

Mixed

Mixed

Penfolds

Mixed

Mixed

Schoolhouse Wines

d'Arenberg

Best's Great Western

Penfolds

Penfolds

Turkey Flat Vineyards

Dexter

E Guigal

Penfolds

Wirra Wirra

Eagles Rest

Nightfall Wines

Tyrrell's Wines

De Bortoli

Munda Wines

Alkina

Swinney

John Duval

Bleasdale

Amisfield

Dukes Vineyard

Pyramid Valley

Provenance Wines