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February 2019 - Australia This month's Wine feature is Australian Wines Australia Reviews All $25 Monterra 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon A warm and spicy cabernet with a Bordeaux-like presence; will be a delight with grilled meats and celebrations. $25 » Read Full Review $40 Monterra 2016 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon A delicious, well-structured Cabernet with heaps of spice; drink now or cellar. $40 » Read Full Review $25 Colab & Bloom 2017 Shiraz A zesty, complex shiraz for decadent meals. $25 » Read Full Review $27.50 Elysian Springs 2018 Pennies From Heaven Sauvignon Blanc An outgoing Sauvignon Blanc with big personality; exuberantly fruity. $27.50 » Read Full Review $35 Wakefield/Taylors 2017 St. Andrews Riesling This mouthwatering riesling will continue to add to its array of complex aromas as it ages; lively and fresh. $35 » Read Full Review $35 Zonte’s Footstep 2017 Dawn Patrol Pinot Noir A complex and herbal pinot noir with enticing strokes of flavor nuances in a balanced approachable frame. $35 » Read Full Review $50 Farmilo 2016 Shiraz A mouthwatering Shiraz with big character for indulgent meals. $50 » Read Full Review $55 Zonte’s Footstep 2016 Z Force Shiraz An intensely perfumed and complex Shiraz that will delight your guest's palates. $55 » Read Full Review $22.99 Maverick 2017 Twins Barrel Select Barossa Valley A concentrated, vivid red blend with alluring aromas and flavors. $22.99 » Read Full Review $25 Taylor Made 2017 Malbec A delicious and inviting malbec that entices with every sip. $25 » Read Full Review $25 Wakefield/Taylors 2017 Reserve Parcel Shiraz A vivacious, spicy, herbal shiraz with plenty of wow factor. $25 » Read Full Review $80 Wakefield/Taylors 2016 St. Andrews Shiraz Racy, mouthwatering acidity keeps one heading back for another sip of this graceful Clare Valley Shiraz. $80 » Read Full Review $20.99 Wakefield/Taylors 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon A spicy, lively Aussie Cabernet with a silky mouthfeel. $20.99 » Read Full Review $20.99 Wakefield/Taylors 2017 Merlot An exotically herbal, fantastically balanced merlot that is at once approachable and serious. $20.99 » Read Full Review $22 Zonte’s Footstep 2018 Shades of Gris Pinot Grigio A heady pinot grigio that delivers heaps of exotic flavor. $22 » Read Full Review $30 Wakefield/Taylors 2017 Jaraman Shiraz A craveable Clare Valley red; balanced, juicy, with savory herbaceous edge. $30 » Read Full Review $22.99 Maverick 2015 Trial Hill Riesling A summertime riesling that bathes the palate in fruit, sunlight, and wild florals. $22.99 » Read Full Review $25 Monterra 2017 Shiraz A juicy, silky, crowd-pleasing shiraz that doesn't skimp on fruit. $25 » Read Full Review $27.50 Zonte’s Footstep 2017 Blackberry Patch Cabernet Sauvignon A crunchy, spicy cabernet pleaser. $27.50 » Read Full Review $27.50 Zonte’s Footstep 2017 Canto Red Blend Sangiovese-Lagrein A lively Italian varietal blend bursting with blue fruit, racy acidity, and charming minerality; drink now or cellar. $27.50 » Read Full Review $35 Wakefield/Taylors 2017 St. Andrews Chardonnay A bright and cheerful wine; a great warm-weather chardonnay. $35 » Read Full Review $35 Zonte’s Footstep 2017 Dusk til Dawn Chardonnay A bright and zesty chardonnay. $35 » Read Full Review $50 Cordelia 2014 Shiraz A drink-it-now Shiraz with piles of complexities. $50 » Read Full Review $50 Cordelia 2016 Shiraz A big and bold Shiraz with a creamy center. $50 » Read Full Review $20.99 Wakefield/Taylors 2017 Shiraz Classic Australian Shiraz flavors reign in this vibrant go-to. $20.99 » Read Full Review $22.99 Maverick 2017 Twins Grenache-Shiraz-Mourverdre A very Aussie GSM with ripe juicy berry flavors. $22.99 » Read Full Review $25 Marley Farm 2018 Pinot Gris An aromatic and cheerful pinot gris that will be a well-received aperitif. $25 » Read Full Review $27.50 Elysian Springs 2018 Silent Waters Pinot Noir A fruit-forward Pinot laden with Australian herbal charm. $27.50 » Read Full Review $27.50 Zonte’s Footstep 2017 Violet Beauregard Malbec A tangy malbec with a savory, slightly medicinal twist. $27.50 » Read Full Review $35 Zonte’s Footstep 2017 Hills Are Alive Shiraz An herbaceous and animated shiraz that offers a stimulating lamb pairing. $35 » Read Full Review $22 Zonte’s Footstep 2018 Excalibur Sauvignon Blanc A tasty sauvignon sipper for fans of pinot grigio. $22 » Read Full Review $22 Zonte’s Footstep 2018 Lady Marmalade Vermentino A mouthwatering Vermentino for the Sauv Blanc lover looking to expand their horizons. $22 » Read Full Review $25 Marley Farm 2018 Pinot Noir Perk up pork with this craveable Pinot Noir that delights the senses. $25 » Read Full Review $25 Monterra 2017 Pinot Noir A juicy Pinot Noir with Australian flare. $25 » Read Full Review $27.50 Zonte’s Footstep 2017 Chocolate Factory Shiraz A peppery, juicy Shiraz that will be a great companion to a variety of steaks and get-togethers. $27.50 » Read Full Review $27.50 Zonte’s Footstep 2017 Love Symbol Grenache A juicy grenache with a nice pop of fruity-floral flavor. $27.50 » Read Full Review $80 Wakefield/Taylors 2016 St. Andrews Cabernet Sauvignon An herbal and spicy Cabernet with a nice sense of place. $80 » Read Full Review $22 Zonte’s Footstep 2018 Scarlet Ladybird Rosé Fleurieu Peninsula A juicy and simply appealing rose. $22 » Read Full Review $25 Monterra 2018 Estate Sauvignon Blanc A polite Sauvignon Blanc for everyday enjoyment. $25 » Read Full Review $40 Monterra 2016 Reserve Shiraz An inky shiraz with lots of smoky oak. $40 » Read Full Review $25 Monterra 2018 Rosé Sangiovese A interesting, slightly demure rose for anytime sipping. $25 » Read Full Review $27.50 Zonte’s Footstep 2017 Lake Doctor Shiraz A dry and table-friendly Shiraz that will pair well with grilled meats. $27.50 » Read Full Review $35 Zonte’s Footstep 2017 Baron Von Nemesis Shiraz A peppery Shiraz with a super-pairable earthy character. $35 » Read Full Review $35 St. Andrews 2018 Riesling A crisp and zingy riesling to awaken the palate. $35 » Read Full Review $27.50 Elysian Springs 2018 Apple Cart Rosé Pinot Noir A crushable rose for the patio. $27.50 » Read Full Review $16.99 Never Have I Ever 2017 Pinot Noir A zippy pinot sipper for carefree enjoyment. $16.99 » Read Full Review $15.99 Peekaboo 2017 Chardonnay An earthy, tangy chardonnay for the table. $15.99 » Read Full Review Shortcut: https://www.tastings.com/Calendar-Wine/Review-2019-02-09-Australia.aspx