
The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
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The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
2d ago
I'd almost convinced myself I'd seen this before, nearly confusing it with the similarly named and liveried Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon (here).
Here the Cabernet Sauvignon dominant version is redolent of cool autumnal mornings, touch of earthy-headiness lingering, veering to graphite notes.
The palate a contrast to that, with a deep black fruited heart, of blackcurrant and damson. Hint of black tea, pepper, twist of licorice - a complex mix of elements jostling and jockeying for position.
Tannins at turns coarse, with a glossiness in tandem, moving through a finish of some length. Still ..read more
The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
3w ago
Fresh release of Albarino from Broke Fordwich (Hunter Valley) based The Little Wine Co. Fresh as it's both 2024 vintage, but also personified in its aromatic representation. Its all manner of peach nectar, summer florals, speaking to Summer days spent outside, around the table.
A lick of texture across the palate, against a grace of acidity - both lending itself to a range of foodstuffs. Seafood Paella an acceptable nod to Albarino's homeland Spain.
Personally I'd happily quaff this post-dip in the pool, the condensation rolling down the bottle as the water rolls down your face. That spi ..read more
The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
3w ago
A drop positively brimming with sunshine and energy, of strawberry, raspberry and rose.
It is what it says on the bottle, dry - a mineral tinged edge to the wine and a spine of dazzling acidic energy. Dried herb presents itself and that edge of austerity yields to a broader, almost creamy aspect to the wine. Lovely Rosé - a welcome addition to any table. 93
Tasted on: Sunday 12th January
Source: Sample
Price: $28
Alcohol: 13.36%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://www.huntingtonestate.com.au/
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The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
2M ago
Grown at 960m, fruit from vines established in 1990. Vines of some pedigree and at the margins of what is considered cool climate viticulture.
Satsuma plum, baked raspberry, certainly on the leaner side of the red fruit spectrum. There's a lingering freshness to the periphery, a bright and vibrant halo - so to speak.
An elegance and freshness personifies the wine on entry. Fine tannins on a persistent length, balanced acid with a lovely carriage of flavour. Top tier Pinot Noir. 94
Tasted on: Thursday 19th September
Source: Sample
Price: $65
Alcohol: 14.3%
Closure: Screwcap
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The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
2M ago
Fifty years of this magnificent red blend - here celebrating Yalumba’s Packaging & Development Manager Chris Gerhardy and 51 magnificent years of service!
Deep plum notes, cedary oak. The palate is layered, detailed - cascading blackcurrant, silken chocolate and almost reminding of cherry ripe vibes. Fine kiss of vanilla oak, veins of minerally graphite.
Give it up to ten years - Superb. 94
Tasted on: Monday 15th July
Source: Sample
Price: $70
Alcohol: 14.5%
Closure: Cork
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The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
2M ago
Classic Grenache/ Shiraz blend from McLaren Vale's d'Arenberg.
It's seen some moderate price rises over the years but still great value at $22 - especially for a wine that's shown impressive cellar-worthy pedigree beyond its price-point.
Leads with the Grenache earthiness over subtle baked raspberry. A modicum of chocolate in the frame too.
There's an initial sweetness to the wine, prominent in entry - it settles into itself with some air and time. 90
Tasted on: Sunday 18th August
Source: Sample
Price: $22
Alcohol: 14.5%
Closure: Screwcap
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The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
2M ago
Chocolate, cedary oak, Bay seasoning.
Creamy red fruit palate, soft and sensual - it's delicate frame of 13.1% sets the wine up. Easy going and representing good value.
Nicely structured, finishes on a medium to firm grain of tannin, moderate acids to clean things up. 91
Tasted on: Sunday 20th October
Source: Sample
Price: $30
Alcohol: 13.1%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://stockmansridge.com.au/
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The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
4M ago
Beautiful expression of Pinot Noir and of Foggy Hill, of course.
Plum, dark cherry, a lingering undertow of spice, a dab seasoned oak adding its signature.
The palate is exquisitely framed: darker fruit presence, it feels polished, a suggestion of newer oak here. Lovely firming tannins, on an excellent length. Lovely depth of flavour, black tea building through the finish. Quite reserved at this juncture, excellent promise ahead. A yes here. 94
Tasted on: Tuesday 8th October
Source: Sample
Price: $60
Alcohol: 13.6%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://tapanappa.com.au/
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The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
4M ago
Oil and hazelnut wood vibe here.
Milk chocolate and strawberry - it's a curious mix of flavours, mid-bodied but slightly jarring and off-putting. 85
Tasted on: Friday 8th December
Source: Sample
Price: $35
Alcohol: 13%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://www.singlevineyards.com/
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The Vinsomniac - Stuart Robinson
4M ago
It's a release that needs some time, from the get-go it's somewhat shy and reserved.
Slowly it begins to unfurl, offering red and black fruit. Mineral and earthen glimpses, graphite. Something that manifests, broods even, like gunoil - deep in its core.
A slow burner, from a cool vintage. And one that marks 20 years since the establishment of the Terre à Terre brand under Xavier and Lucy Bizot. 93
Tasted on: Monday 23rd September
Source: Sample
Price: $59
Alcohol: 14.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://terreaterre.com.au/
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