If you’re looking for a classic, 5 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from a cool climate, be sure to check out this Hollydene 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon. The grapes are sourced from the Hilltops region in South Western NSW. I personally think it’s drinking really well right now, however if you have a the patience, it would…
I don’t know what it’s like where you are, however where Mr Spittoon and I live, it’s starting to get cold and winter is definitely on the way. One of, if not my favourite thing on a cold night, is getting all rugged up in bed and sipping red wine. Due to how our current…
If you are a regular reader of this blog, then you know I absolutely adore my Chardonnay. I was kindly sent these sample bottles from the lovely folk at Patina and Define Wine Marketing & Communications – thank you very much. Patina are based in New South Wales in the Orange wine region which is…
I wouldn’t normally think about having an aged SBS (Sauvignon Blanc Semillon). This one here from Hollydene Estate is from the 2015 vintage, so 6 years old currently! And you know what? You’d never guess it from the taste! Well there are a couple of hints but it’s still so fresh and juicy. A big…
Could the biggest compliment to a bottle of wine be emptying it? I think so! Wine is to be consumed and enjoyed right? And Georgie’s wines are perfect for that as they are made in a drink-now style, cost a mere $10 a bottle, and come with an expertly matched 80s pop tune. What’s not…
Is it too soon for another Chardonnay tasting note? I mean it has been 3 days since my last one.. 😉 A big thank you to Hollydene Estate who kindly sent us this sample bottle of their Wybong Upper Hunter Valley Wooded Chardonnay 2013 to taste. Both Mr Spittoon and I are die-hard fans of…
Georgie Orbach Sangiovese Rose 2020 Tasted on: March 2021 A big thank you to Georgie Orbach for sending this sample my way! I was under no obligation to post about it and all opinions are based on my own taste buds. Wine is subjective & always evolving, so make sure you drink what you enjoy! Say hello…
Georgie Orbach 2019 ‘Cab Sav’ Thank you Georgie Orbach Wines for sending us this sample bottle of your newly released 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon to taste. We enjoyed it with a laidback weeknight dinner (it matched well with both our bbq and chocolate mousse dessert) and it was the perfect easy-drinking red to finish off a busy day….
Who wants to join me for self care Saturday? This is my kind of self care. Thank you Georgie Orbach Wines for sending us this sample of your newly released 2020 Chardonnay and helping this wine-loving mama to relax. As you’ll know from my previous tasting notes of winemaker Georgie’s wines they are all matched to an 80s…