Awards
2016 Gewurztraminer Vine Shed – Silver, Vienna AWC International Wine Challenge 2021
Silver, Vienna AWC International Wine Challenge 2021
2022 Pinot Noir Vine Shed – 91 Points Wine Showcase Magazine, Sept 2023
91 Points Wine Showcase Magazine, Sept 2023
2023 Rose Vine Shed – Silver Medal, Wine Showcase Magazine Sept 2023
Silver Medal, Wine Showcase Magazine Sept 2023
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Vine Shed – 91 Points, Oz Wine Review, Aug 2023
91 Points, Oz Wine Review, Aug 2023
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Vine Shed, 94 Points – Wine Showcase Magazine
94 Points – Wine Showcase Magazine, Sept 2023 New Release Tasting
2023 Rose – Vine Shed, 91 Points – Wine Business Magazine Nov 2023 Issue
2023 Rose – Vine Shed, 91 Points – Wine Business Magazine Nov 2023 Issue
2021 Shiraz Vine Shed 92 points, Wine Business Monthly, Sep 2023 issue.
2021 Shiraz Vine Shed 92 points, Wine Business Monthly, Sep 2023 issue.
2021 Shiraz – Vine Shed, 93 Points – Wine Showcase Magazine
2021 Shiraz – Vine Shed, 93 Points – Wine Showcase Magazine, Aug 2023 Issue
Silver Melb Int 2021
Silver Medal – Melbourne International Wine Competition 2021
89 points
Great, what is possible with 12%! When smelling in, notes of cherries, sloes, ripe blackberries; on the tongue a very harmonious round red wine and this at pleasant 12% – a real art! Equally harmonious finish, in which the fruit of the bouquet reappears with gentle tannins. Nice with pasta dishes, pizza or braised meat. https://www.bonvinitas.com/en/wine-ratings/162-category1-dry-up-to-12-percent/2020-vine-shed-pinot-noir-mclaren-vale-australia
Vine Shed Gewurz 2016 Silver Melb Int 2021
Silver Medal – Melbourne International Wine Competition 2021
Silver Medal | AWC Vienna 2019
Silver Medal | AWC Vienna 2019
91 POINTS | Wine Showcase Magazine
91 Points | Wine Showcase Magazine Sept 2019 Issue
Silver Medal | Melbourne International Wine Competition 2019
Silver Medal | Melbourne International Wine Competition 2019
90 Points | James Halliday | Campbell Mattinson
Tasting Notes Vineyard planted in ’79. Heightened blackcurrant and truffle with tips of sweet raspberry and raisin. It’s full-bodied and sweet with fruit; it’s not particularly varietal but it delivers a mouthful of berried flavour. Campbell Mattinson Published 01 August 2019
2006 Numb Hand Pruner Grenache, Great Review
Pale birck red colour with an intense, savoury nose with some fruit evident. Good fruit intensity on the palate which has layers of complexity that makes the wine “seem to grow on the palate”, said one taster. Good texture and length with a soft finish.
2006 ‘The Numb Hand Pruner’ Grenache, 90 Points
The colour is still very good; the cork is still unmarked, four and a half years after first tasting the wine; the juicy red cherry fruits of grenache are still in high profile, albeit with plenty of mocha oak. Drink by: 2015
2006 ‘The Gondola’ Grenache Shiraz, 90 Points
Spicey nose with earthy cassis with dutch licorice hints The palate is nicely balanced to the alcohol and brings forward a touch more licorice while broadening nicely across thee palate. Medium firm fine tannins before a good long finish. A nicely structure Grenache Blend that could well handle some cellaring. Drink 2008-2013 90/100 Excellent RRP $18
2006 ‘The Gondola’ Grenache Shiraz, 90 Points
Medium-bodied; considerably more structure than the Grenache, McLaren Vale chocolate coming through for one thing, and plenty of black fruits for another, even if tempered a little by the grenache; good tannins and length. Cork 15° alc. RATING 90 DRINK 2012 DATE TASTED Mar 07
2006 ‘The Gondola’ Grenache Shiraz, 90 Points
Conte Estate The Gondola Grenache Shiraz 2006 Vibrant fresh and uplifting are the buzz words here. An impressive red blend that really hits the mark. You get loads of cherries, plums and earthy blackberries. The fruit is elegant and medium bodied, the oak is judiciously imparted and pairs up well with the fruit characters. The tannin structure is superfine and long and overall the drinkability factor is high. Decent honest red wine drinking, quite European in style, the fruit is there, but in a refined and not over the top sense and just right drinking for the cooler weather. Try it with roast lamb and veges. Drink to 2012. Alc 14.5% (but not really discernable). About $20. 90/100 – Very Good.
2010 sticky Gewurztraminer 90 Points / Silver
90 points /Silver James Halliday Wine Companion 2018 Wine Companion tasting note. Rating: 90 points / Silver Drink By:2020 Price:$25.00 Date Tasted:23 Aug 2016 Alcohol:10.5% James Halliday – Published on 01 Aug 2017 Bronze-gold in colour, it challenges the d’Arenberg super-stickies with its harvest at 23 degrees baume; extremely luscious, with spiced mandarin and cumquat flavours, it has the all-important acidity to provide balance, but does demand a rich dessert (or vanilla ice cream) to be anointed with this wine. The price is fair, too. 500ml.
Sticky Gecko Noble Rot Dessert Wine Gold Medal
Sticky Gecko Noble Rot Dessert Wine Gold Medal 2016 Australian Sweet Wine Challenge
2010 sticky Gewurztraminer Gold Medal
2010 sticky Gewurztraminer Gold Medal 2016 Australian Alternative Wine Show
2010 sticky Gewurztraminer 4 stars
4 stars Winestate New Release September October 2016 Citrus peel, candied orange, marmalade and honey aromas, nicely reflected on the palate. Lovely botrytis style with a long and generous palate.
2013 Rosato Longevo Grenache Rose`Gold Medal
2013 Rosato Longevo Grenache Rose` Gold Medal 14th MUNDUS VINI Great International Wine Awards 2014
2013 Rosato Longevo Grenache Rose`92 Points
92 Points James Halliday
2013 Rosato Longevo Grenache Rose Gold Medal
Gold Medal 2013 Rosato Longevo Grenache Rose`
Silver 2013 Rosato Longevo Grenache Rose
Silver 2013 Rosato Longevo Grenache Rose` Wine Masters Challenge Portugal 2014 5109 wines registered 2309 wines scored for the final | 151 medals The percentage rate was 6,57% of the wines in the competition 18 Gold 133 Silver
2013 Rosato Longevo Grenache Rose, Double Gold
Double Gold 2013 Rosato Longevo Grenache Rose` Wine & Spirits Asia Awards 2014
Gold Medal 2012 Rock Hill Shiraz
2012 Rock Hill Shiraz Gold Medal China Wine and Spirits Awards Best Value Competition 2014
Gold 2012 Rock Hill Shiraz
Gold 2012 Rock Hill Shiraz Wine Masters Challenge Portugal 2014 5109 wines registered 2309 wines scored for the final | 151 medals The percentage rate was 6,57% of the wines in the competition 18 Gold 133 Silver
Primrose Lane Chardonnay 2016 – 94 Tony Keys
James Halliday Wine Companion Published on 25 Jul 2014 Rating: 91 points / Highly Recommended Drink By: 2020 Price: $25.00 Date Tasted: 08 Feb 2014 Alcohol: 14.5% Tasting Notes Only McLaren Vale could have produced this deeply coloured single vineyard wine, its plush black fruits wrapped in a coat of dark chocolate, sauced by French oak.
Primrose Lane Chardonnay 2016 – 94 Tony Keys
94 points Tony Keys / The Key Report 13th April 2017 2016 Primrose Lane Unwooded Chardonnay Conte Estate ‘Primrose Lane’ McLaren Vale Unwooded Chardonnay 2016: This may lack oak, but it has a gorgeous, fresh, lively nose. It’s also fresh and alive as it sails across the palate. The absence of oak in this case lets mineral characters shine, and this wine shines clear and bright. It’s a remarkable wine. 94 points and great value at just $20.
Primrose Lane Chardonnay 2016 – Bronze London International Wine Competition
Widely recognised as the most respected and prestigious international wine competition in the world. Bronze Medal IWC 2017 – Tranche 2 Judges Tasting Notes; Mouthful of lemon-lime and orange blossom on the nose, light, clean mineral finish.
Primrose Lane Chardonnay 2016 – 93 Wine Showcase
93 Points Wine Showcase Chardonnay Tasting 2017 Tasting Notes TBA
Primrose Lane Chardonnay 2016 – Gold Melbourne International 2021
2012 Over the Hill Circa 1880 Shiraz
93+ Points / Gold Outstanding – Campbell Mattinson Wine Front Grown on vines planted circa 1880. Hand picked, crushed and open fermented for 12 days. Matured in new and seasoned French oak for 24 months. Dense but vibrant. A soak of red cherry, plum, blackberry and tar, with lifted notes of orange peel and clovey spice. Teeters on the exotic. Tannin is stern and earthen yet still manages to go with the juicy flow of the wine. You’d almost describe this as “dense but lightâ€. Its flavour profile is a modern rendition of a classic McLaren Vale Burgundy style. Rated : 93+ Points (+; has the potential to become better with cellaring) Tasted : May15 Alcohol : 14.5% Price : $75 Closure : Cork Drink : 2016 – 2028
2012 Over the Hill Circa 1880 Shiraz
93 Points James Halliday Wine Companion tasting note. Rating:93 Drink By:2032 Date Tasted:25 May 2015Alcohol:14.5% James Halliday – Published on 10 Aug 2016 Hand-picked, crushed and open-fermented for 12 days, then matured in new and used French oak for 2 years. A richly endowed wine, with an array of black (predominantly) and red fruits, an air brush of McLaren Vale chocolate joined at the hip with oak. Everything is on song until the last moment when there is a slight phenolic catch on the flow.
2012 Over the Hill Circa 1880 Shiraz
Silver Medal New York International Wine Competition 2015
2012 Over the Hill Circa 1880 Shiraz
Gold Medal China Wine & Spirits Awards 2015
2012 Over the Hill Circa 1880 Shiraz
Gold Medal MUNDUS VINI 2015 – Summer Tasting Many thanks for taking part in the 17th MUNDUS VINI Grand International Wine Award 2015, and congratulations on the award won by your wine. Nearly 150 jury members from 36 countries came here to Neustadt as our guests in the beginning of september. They carried out a professional sampling of the wine you submitted, and rewarded it with a medal for its excellent quality. Overall the members of our jury awarded this year 33 of the coveted Grand Gold-Medals, 768 Gold-Medals and 858 Silver-Medals. Due to our strict rules, the awarding of medals is limited to 40 per cent of entries maximum. Your wine passed this test with flying colours. We would now like to wish you lots of success with the marketing of your product
2012 Over the Hill Circa 1880 Shiraz
Silver Outstanding Medal International Wine & Spirits Competition’s (IWSC) 2015 Established in 1969, The International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) was the first competition of its kind, set up to seek out, reward and promote the world’s best wines, spirits and liqueurs. Now in its 46th year, The IWSC’s relentless pursuit of excellence underpins every aspect of the competition today. What sets the IWSC apart is the formidable reputation of its judging process. Our panels of carefully selected industry experts comprise Masters of Wine, buyers, sommeliers, WSET qualified educators and respected wine journalists. Every single wine is assessed on its own merits within the context of its class. Currently receiving entries from around 90 countries, the IWSC is truly international in its reach and recognition. Our partners around the world work throughout the year to drive awareness and promote winners to both trade and consumer audiences. With 46 years heritage, an IWSC Award is recognised internationally as a badge of quality.
2012 Over the Hill Circa 1880 Shiraz
Silver Award Wine Masters Challenge Portugal 2016
2012 Over the Hill Circa 1880 Shiraz
4 stars & made Top 10 for an Australian Shiraz sold in Singapore
2014 Aglianico Nuovo Cammino 4 Stars Winestate 2017
4 Stars Winestate Spanish and Italian Tastings 2017 Tasting Notes An interesting wine with a fascinating lift of nutmeg and toasted almond fragrances. Powerful but classy flavours with a hint of sweetness
2014 Aglianico Nuovo Cammino 90 Points / Silver
2014 Aglianico Nuovo Cammino 90 Points / Silver James Halliday Wine Companion 2018 Wine Companion tasting note. Rating: 90 / Silver Drink By:2022Price:$25.00Date Tasted:13 Dec 2016Alcohol:13.5% James Halliday – Published on 01 Aug 2017 There’s reason to stop and take note of this southern Italian variety, with its maraschino cherry fruit tamed by spicy/earthy/wild herb notes on the aftertaste. It has sultry Italian maiden charm that keep your eyes on it (or her, or vice versa).
2014 Lacrima di Terra Preservative Free Sparkling Lagrein Review Max Crus Daily Examiner 9.1 / 10
Fantastic review by Max Crus “Possibly Australia best Lagrein and possibly the best sparkling red, full stop. A flavourful and magical mousse, is a chick or bloke magnet.” 9.1 / 10
2014 Lacrima di Terra Preservative Free Sparkling Lagrein Article Max Allen
Max Allen Article The Australian
2014 Lacrima di Terra Sparkling Preservative Free Lagrein
Silver Medal Australian Alternative Varieties Wine Show 2014
2014 Lacrima di Terra Sparkling Preservative Free Lagrein THE ADELAIDE REVIEW HOT 100 SA WINES 2014
Presenting our 2014 Lacrima di Terra sparkling preservative free Lagrein once again hitting the big time! Our stunner of a wine has made the Hot 100 2014 list of SA wines This means out of more than 1400 wines tasted by expert wine judges our Lagrein hit the top of the list The Adelaide Review Hot 100 goal every year is to find the most drinkable wines in South Australia And WALA there it is BAM! sitting pretty in the Magazine for all to see. Tasting Notes; Lambrusco inspired thrills with a chill. Opaque with notes of bitter cherry, squid ink, nori and tar. Spritz and firm tannins deftly offset attractive residual sugar. Lots of fun and pleasure here.
2014 Lacrima di Terra Sparkling Preservative Free Lagrein
Silver Medal Effervescents du Monde 2014 France More than 600 wine samples Medal Distribution: Gold Medals: 35 Silver Medals: 167 Our Ambition: To award reliable and thus representative medals each year, reflecting the founding motto of Effervescents du Monde®: diversity, quality and high standards.
2014 La Vita Nuda Vermentino
Bronze Medal Small Winemakers Competiton 2016 2014 La Vita Nuda Vermentino
2014 La Vita Nuda Vermentino
Bronze Medal Hong Kong International Wine Competition 2016 2014 La Vita Nuda Vermentino
2014 La Vita Nuda Vermentino
Bronze Medal 2014 La Vita Nuda Vermentino Australian Alternative Varieties Competition 2016
2014 La Vita Nuda Vermentino
90 POINTS James Halliday – Published on 01 Jun 2017 Crushed and pressed in an airbag press, the unclarified juice cool-fermented in stainless steel, 9 months on lees. The bouquet is (unexpectedly) very aromatic, with pine tree/pine nuts and citrus zest providing plenty of interest; the palate takes some of those characters and adds pear and apple
2016 La Vita Nuda Vermentino
Bronze Medal Shanghai International Wine Challenge 2017
Il Bacio d`Oro Moscato – 90 Huon Hooke
90 Points Deep yellow-golden colour, a trifle cloudy, with a strange mead-like aroma revealing apparent age, as does the colour. Lots of honey notes and perhaps a hint of muscat fruit, but it’s morphed into other things now. The softness, fullness and sweetness make it an appealing drink. I like it. It’s very soft and harmonious, loaded with character and really fills the mouth. (No added preservatives. “”Minimal fining and filtration. No added preservatives”” Directions: “”Shake me gently””)
1880 Old Shiraz 2016 – 93 Wine Showcase
Wineshowcase Magazine, June 2019 New Release Tastings 93Points A lovely balance of aromas. Palate is solid and showing plenty of delicious depth and flavours.
1880 Old Shiraz 2016 – 94 Points
94 points Mike Bennie – Wine Business Magazine July – August Edition A turbo-charged red of inky colour, clove-onforest berry and plum scents, whiffs of graphite and pencil shaving -some vanilla in the mix too. It glides over the palate in a huge volume, leaving pleasing gummy tannins in its wake. There’s depth and concentration in spades, but it finds a pleasing balance overall. Dive in. 14.5% Reviewed by Mike Bennie
1880 Old Shiraz 2016 – Gold China Wine & Spirits Awards
Gold Medal | China Wine & Spirits Awards 2019
1880 Old Shiraz 2016 – Gold China Wine Awards
Gold Medal | China Wine Competition 2019
1880 Old Shiraz 2016 – Gold London Wine Competition
Gold Medal
1880 Old Shiraz 2016 – Silver Paris Wine Cup
Silver Paris Wine Cup 2020
2011 ‘Primrose Lane’ Chardonnay, Silver Medal
Light on the nose and the notes say a light-medium bodied wine. Spot on, I fully agree; no need for the melon, fig stuff they also drivel on about. 90 points THE LARGEST INTERNATIONAL WINE COMPETITION IN NORTH AMERICA CANADA, LARGE WINE IMPORTING COUNTRY. Sélections Mondiales des Vins Canada is a competition of prestige, established since 1983. The competition proceeds under the high patronage ao the International Organization of the Vine and Wine (OIV), the “Union Internationale des ?nologues” (UIOE) and the World Federation of Major International Competitions of wines and spirits (VinoFed). The medals which are awarded there are universally recognized by commercial purchasers and of the public in general. Limit of medals awarded The sum of all medals awarded must not exceed 30% of the total of the samples presented at the competition according to the O.I.V. Standard on International Wine Competition.
2011 ‘Primrose Lane’ Chardonnay, 90 Points
Light on the nose and the notes say a light-medium bodied wine. Spot on, I fully agree; no need for the melon, fig stuff they also drivel on about. 90 points
2011 ‘Primrose Lane’ Chardonnay, Gold Medal
Judges Tasting Notes: Mid straw yellow with bright silver glints. Ripe stone fruits on the nose, a whiff of smoked bacon and roasting nuts. Very clean and pure in the mouth, this wine has minerality and then some. A cascade of flavours, rich without heaviness, oak so well integrated it is only another layer, with a cracking bite on the finish. The International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) was founded in 1969 and is the premier competition of its kind in the world. Its aim is to promote the quality and excellence of the world’s best wines, spirits and liqueurs.
2010 Pink Hit Gewurztraminer, 94 Points
I have to confess to a decades old love for Gewurztraminer and after years of being disappointed at Australian offerings I am very pleased to see good ones coming to market; I just loved this its not a great wine but hell it’s a very enjoyable one on a dispassionate professional scale I think it rates 90 on a hedonistic one I think 94 on whatever scale its outstanding value at $17 Wines in this section that tickled my taste-buds enough to get a ……..TOP KEY………… All Saints ‘Alias’ 2009, Conte Estate ‘Pink Hit’ McLaren Vale Gewurztraminer 2010 That is it for this issue, be happy, stay healthy and drink well Tony
2011 ‘Primrose Lane’ Chardonnay, Silver Medal
Silver International Wine Guide Spain 2013 Tasting Notes; It is a fresh, crisp & not too dry wine displaying ripe peach and melon aromas with mild citrus complexity on the palate. Part fermentation in French oak has given a depth and refined elegance to this wine. The lasting impression is of fresh, crisp fruit and a delightful zesty citrus finish.
2010 Pink Hit Gewurztraminer, 94 Points
I have to confess to a decades old love for Gewurztraminer and after years of being disappointed at Australian offerings I am very pleased to see good ones coming to market; I just loved this its not a great wine but hell it’s a very enjoyable one on a dispassionate professional scale I think it rates 90 on a hedonistic one I think 94 on whatever scale its outstanding value at $17 Wines in this section that tickled my taste-buds enough to get a ……..TOP KEY………… All Saints ‘Alias’ 2009, Conte Estate ‘Pink Hit’ McLaren Vale Gewurztraminer 2010 That is it for this issue, be happy, stay healthy and drink well Tony
2010 Pink Hit Gewurztraminer, Silver Medal
AWC Vienna is the world’s largest wine valuation and the only international wine valuation in Austria which is officially approved by the European Union for the purpose of granting awards for wines! The panel of experts of awc vienna 2011 consists of national and international oenologists, wine experts, sommeliers, gastronomers, wine traders and journalits. The prerequisite for admission as member of the panel is the attestation of an official wine tasting exam according to the Austrian Wine Law or to an equivalent international sensorical experience.
2008 Middle Tatta Shiraz Cabernet, Gold Medal
EDITORIAL: AWC Vienna is the world’s largest wine valuation and the only international wine valuation in Austria which is officially approved by the European Union for the purpose of granting awards for wines! The panel of experts of awc vienna 2011 consists of national and international oenologists, wine experts, sommeliers, gastronomers, wine traders and journalits. The prerequisite for admission as member of the panel is the attestation of an official wine tasting exam according to the Austrian Wine Law or to an equivalent international sensorical experience.
2008 ‘Middle Tatta’ Shiraz Cabernet, Silver Medal
WSA Wine Challenge is a well-established competition in Asia where wines submitted from around the world are evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges that represent accurate characteristics of the Asian palate. The previous edition held in the year 2010 saw labels from 17 wine-producing countries and regions taking part, making it the key platform for international wineries, producers, importers and traders to have their wines acclaimed. With Asia’s growing appreciation and consumption of wine, this coming edition will be highly anticipated by the industry as they eagerly await the winning wines that will best satisfy the palate of the Asian market.
2012 Hunt Road Cabernet Sauvignon
Silver Medal Wine Masters Challenge Portugal 2016
2012 Hunt Rd Cabernet Sauvignon
Bronze Medal The International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) 2015 Established in 1969, The International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) was the first competition of its kind, set up to seek out, reward and promote the world’s best wines, spirits and liqueurs. Now in its 46th year, The IWSC’s relentless pursuit of excellence underpins every aspect of the competition today. What sets the IWSC apart is the formidable reputation of its judging process. Our panels of carefully selected industry experts comprise Masters of Wine, buyers, sommeliers, WSET qualified educators and respected wine journalists. Every single wine is assessed on its own merits within the context of its class. Currently receiving entries from around 90 countries, the IWSC is truly international in its reach and recognition. Our partners around the world work throughout the year to drive awareness and promote winners to both trade and consumer audiences. With 46 years heritage, an IWSC Award is recognised internationally as a badge of quality.
2012 Hunt Road Cabernet Sauvignon
94 points James Halliday Wine Companion tasting note. Rating:94 Drink By:2027 Date Tasted:11 Jan 2016 Alcohol:14.5% James Halliday – Published on 11 Aug 2016 Night-harvested, semi-crushed and open-fermented for 10 days, matured in new and used French barrels for 20 months. This has a lot to enjoy, with a clear expression of place (the touch of black chocolate) and variety, cassis and cedar neatly joined, the tannins fine and graceful.
2012 Hunt Road Cabernet Sauvignon
Bronze Medal Shanghai International Wine Challenge 2017