Dan Murphy's and Other Wine Deals

[redbigot]

Sadly getwinesdirect is still the only place Colonial Estate wines are sold as otherwise their spam emails and annoying phonecalls from Nambour are so so so annoying.
I note that the 2017 was still using cork, but I think the 2019 vintage has moved to screwcaps looking at the photo on their website.
I agree that sooner or later the quality of the Exile shiraz will drop to match the selling price of $25/ bottle, but I have been buying a dozen on and off since their 2012 vintage and still seems to be going along with consistent quality. Cellarable for 10-12 years in my opinion.

GWD has owned Colonial Estate since about 2010, so 2012 vintage made by them. Boozebud also sells them (not sure of the connection between them now, Boozebud nearly folded and was resurrected and still seems associated with GWD). I bought a 6-pack of Emigre 2021 Shiraz for $67 from Boozebud recently. The higher RRP wines are/were under cork, the cheaper ones Screwcap, might be changing now. TCE wines were never worth the asking price, hence their demise under the original owners. You can turn down/off marketing communications for GWD in your account settings.

Update: I bought 2006/2008 Exile for $31pb from GWD in 2011, some of the last made by the original owners, rocking in at 15%. And I'm not a big fan of GWD, refused to buy there for many years after an extended email run-in with the (in)famous Tony Sells and still buy there infrequently long after his departure.

 

[Jwag1]

There are a few random prices on Amazon at the moment. Here’s a few examples but the more you look the more you find. Price seems to change each time I go in. Good luck

Shadrach $41 https://www.amazon.com.au/Grant-Bur...qid=1712903154&sprefix=shadrac,aps,474&sr=8-3

Leeuwin estate art series cab sav $46 https://www.amazon.com.au/Leeuwin-E...1712903105&sprefix=leeu+estate,aps,271&sr=8-1

 

[Dr Ralph]

There are a few random prices on Amazon at the moment. Here’s a few examples but the more you look the more you find. Price seems to change each time I go in. Good luck

Shadrach $41 https://www.amazon.com.au/Grant-Burge-Shadrach-Cabernet-Sauvignon/dp/B08245DVS5/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=19F8F76B0DBCY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.FnOvveuyPoMiazb_pQcQlKQAO1DhK1Ff7ysSQFJ1vdvU3EaAH3dvUCukyKcz675LZa92rQPdZKe6gPv87tsbsckj_DzJHoBUded8WLzlrOn_BB5KKs4ijIys4XDHjOsnIvawuxwDJuLsJU22OgnpBq8icnslygDTzMOz4UthQvdPZIga4S9bxout_txrQbLEyA7o5quE7xvuGEJGtTl7Qw.YEOj0rS7-fHh9hHXgN8urokycIwHEbWMSkN2koRYRiw&dib_tag=se&keywords=shadrach&qid=1712903154&sprefix=shadrac,aps,474&sr=8-3

Leeuwin estate art series cab sav $46 https://www.amazon.com.au/Leeuwin-Estate-Cabernet-Sauvignon-Wine/dp/B0B6BXTVTZ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=30IVEXEHYKVRN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NlEKEzVoW923Q0a1Tjkds5dO_Z_tlDRIUppoZlqBJqUnlEI73n15sBgSx5FgpNcBIQnTpN0txqywyPkbXRxKl_DYb-sCsSEnVaKzBSOzCu2571tKfv5sQTBS-ssrfNYsVrvWO3PrTMbXaqRvvLG1jkYazWmgjkSYU4MlykXSc6o.teo4HZHLTuU1qS_ygRIz3DxgwjQ1fB6pveiSLsow9Ls&dib_tag=se&keywords=leeuwin+estate&qid=1712903105&sprefix=leeu+estate,aps,271&sr=8-1

I'm not seeing anything like those prices.

 

[olympicwiz]

I'm not seeing anything like those prices.

Shadrach 2012 vintage was available for $41.
I grabbed a couple to retaste. There were about 7 units left after my purchase

 

[DLR]

Shadrach 2012 vintage was available for $41.
I grabbed a couple to retaste. There were about 7 units left after my purchase

I got 3 and there were another 3 available after that. We'll see about the vintage, the image showed it clearly as 2012 but nothing in the description

 

[Tannin]

I have got the reply from James of Montara Estate yesterday and he reckoned those wines are a discontinued range called Jimmy Black, according to the Stelvin Screwcap identified.

Hello Jimmy Black - linky: Winestate Magazine September October 2015

 

[AUElwood]

Hello Jimmy Black - linky: Winestate Magazine September October 2015

Good Effort

 

[olympicwiz]

If you happen to have spare Qantas points, you could do a lot worse than buying this on their points sale for 24k points. Or $50 Qantas wine voucher will take it down to 21.5k points

Buy Heirloom Anevo Grenache Touriga Tempranillo 2022 | Qantas Wine

Buy Heirloom Anevo Grenache Touriga Tempranillo 2022 online and earn Qantas Points. Shop McLaren Vale Grenache wine here.

wine.qantas.com

I don’t really like straight Grenache but as a blend, it is a different proposition. I had it last night. Terrific drop for something a bit different.

Here is a review by Huon Hooke that describes it a lot better than I possibly could.

Wine of the Week AU

Heirloom Vineyards Anevo Fortress Grenache Touriga Tempranillo 2022, McLaren Vale, AUD $80 #HeirloomVineyards #HeirloomVineyardsAnevoFortressGrenacheTourigaTempranillo

www.therealreview.com

 

[Jwag1]

There are a few random prices on Amazon at the moment. Here’s a few examples but the more you look the more you find. Price seems to change each time I go in. Good luck

Shadrach $41 https://www.amazon.com.au/Grant-Burge-Shadrach-Cabernet-Sauvignon/dp/B08245DVS5/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=19F8F76B0DBCY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.FnOvveuyPoMiazb_pQcQlKQAO1DhK1Ff7ysSQFJ1vdvU3EaAH3dvUCukyKcz675LZa92rQPdZKe6gPv87tsbsckj_DzJHoBUded8WLzlrOn_BB5KKs4ijIys4XDHjOsnIvawuxwDJuLsJU22OgnpBq8icnslygDTzMOz4UthQvdPZIga4S9bxout_txrQbLEyA7o5quE7xvuGEJGtTl7Qw.YEOj0rS7-fHh9hHXgN8urokycIwHEbWMSkN2koRYRiw&dib_tag=se&keywords=shadrach&qid=1712903154&sprefix=shadrac,aps,474&sr=8-3

Leeuwin estate art series cab sav $46 https://www.amazon.com.au/Leeuwin-Estate-Cabernet-Sauvignon-Wine/dp/B0B6BXTVTZ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=30IVEXEHYKVRN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NlEKEzVoW923Q0a1Tjkds5dO_Z_tlDRIUppoZlqBJqUnlEI73n15sBgSx5FgpNcBIQnTpN0txqywyPkbXRxKl_DYb-sCsSEnVaKzBSOzCu2571tKfv5sQTBS-ssrfNYsVrvWO3PrTMbXaqRvvLG1jkYazWmgjkSYU4MlykXSc6o.teo4HZHLTuU1qS_ygRIz3DxgwjQ1fB6pveiSLsow9Ls&dib_tag=se&keywords=leeuwin+estate&qid=1712903105&sprefix=leeu+estate,aps,271&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com.au/Taylors-Masterstroke-Cabernet-Sauvignon-Wine/dp/B0BL2SXN1B/ref=mp_s_a_1_85?crid=30AB3PSGM7IB2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.91zMFj64HPs5uvlUqzzvTZ_bsJNxtVAIwCwsa-Q31Pe-WNQHK0PkFgB09fFcGABA.5GEegrKvIUlZDmyopv5xL6K6iB68zMXDimp0iWywL-M&dib_tag=se&keywords=shiraz&qid=1712972094&sprefix=shir%2Caps%2C526&sr=8-85

Another one is Taylor’s master stroke for $34 instead of I think 50/60 elsewhere. Not suggesting it’s the best drop but there’s still some random prices

 

[andye]

https://www.amazon.com.au/Taylors-Masterstroke-Cabernet-Sauvignon-Wine/dp/B0BL2SXN1B/ref=mp_s_a_1_85?crid=30AB3PSGM7IB2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.91zMFj64HPs5uvlUqzzvTZ_bsJNxtVAIwCwsa-Q31Pe-WNQHK0PkFgB09fFcGABA.5GEegrKvIUlZDmyopv5xL6K6iB68zMXDimp0iWywL-M&dib_tag=se&keywords=shiraz&qid=1712972094&sprefix=shir%2Caps%2C526&sr=8-85

Another one is Taylor’s master stroke for $34 instead of I think 50/60 elsewhere. Not suggesting it’s the best drop but there’s still some random prices

Shadrach back up to $101 now

 

[DLR]

My Shadrach was just delivered
3 bottles of 2009

 

[olympicwiz]

My Shadrach was just delivered
3 bottles of 2009

Is it under cork?

 

[DLR]

Is it under cork?

Yes, under cork. Two wrapped in paper and one not for some reason

 

[olympicwiz]

Yes, under cork. Two wrapped in paper and one not for some reason

This whole Amazon caper is a bit misleading. On the picture that accompanied the listing, it can be clearly seen 2012 vintage under screwcap.
I might kick up a stink with them when mine arrives.

 

[DLR]

This whole Amazon caper is a bit misleading. On the picture that accompanied the listing, it can be clearly seen 2012 vintage under screwcap.
I might kick up a stink with them when mine arrives.

My experience with Amazon is if there's any problem you can return it but I wouldn't expect them to make it right some other way.

I'm not upset about the vintage and cork I can take it or leave it. I'll try one soon and return them if there's anything wrong.

 

[AUElwood]

Just came across some wine deals from eBay with promo code APR15 / APR17 for Plus member:-

Grant Burge Filsell Barossa Valley Shiraz 2019 (6 bottles) | eBay

Planting their roots in the Barossa Valley in 1865, the Burges began as a family of devoted vignerons. Sweet spice and cacao nib. Although serious Shiraz black fruits show the layers are extended with earth and vanilla.

www.ebay.com.au

Grant Burge Filsell Barossa Valley Shiraz 2019 (6 bottles) down to $21/b

Leasingham Classic Clare Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 (6 bottles) | eBay

Unusually approachable for a young Classic Clare, presenting as a wine that doesn't even seem to require cellaring. The hand harvested fruit was small batch. Displaying a complex array of blackcurrant, choc-mint and spice aromas, the wine flows onto the palate powerfully with red fruits, cassis...

www.ebay.com.au

Leasingham Classic Clare Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 (6 bottles) down to $14/b

Any comment for this seller and the Leasingham Classic CS 2017?

Interestingly they have another filsell 2019 (12 bottles) selling at $41/b.

Grant Burge Filsell Shiraz 2019 (12 bottles) | eBay

Chocolate and coffee bean with hints of cinnamon, vanilla & blackberry. A silky smooth palate full of pure fruit sweetness. Ripe and firm tannins that are destined to evolve this wine into an absolute classic.

www.ebay.com.au

 

[olympicwiz]

Just came across some wine deals from eBay with promo code APR15 / APR17 for Plus member:-

Grant Burge Filsell Barossa Valley Shiraz 2019 (6 bottles) | eBay

Planting their roots in the Barossa Valley in 1865, the Burges began as a family of devoted vignerons. Sweet spice and cacao nib. Although serious Shiraz black fruits show the layers are extended with earth and vanilla.

www.ebay.com.au

Grant Burge Filsell Barossa Valley Shiraz 2019 (6 bottles) down to $21/b

Leasingham Classic Clare Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 (6 bottles) | eBay

Unusually approachable for a young Classic Clare, presenting as a wine that doesn't even seem to require cellaring. The hand harvested fruit was small batch. Displaying a complex array of blackcurrant, choc-mint and spice aromas, the wine flows onto the palate powerfully with red fruits, cassis...

www.ebay.com.au

Leasingham Classic Clare Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 (6 bottles) down to $14/b

Any comment for this seller and the Leasingham Classic CS 2017?

Interestingly they have another filsell 2019 (12 bottles) selling at $41/b.

Grant Burge Filsell Shiraz 2019 (12 bottles) | eBay

Chocolate and coffee bean with hints of cinnamon, vanilla & blackberry. A silky smooth palate full of pure fruit sweetness. Ripe and firm tannins that are destined to evolve this wine into an absolute classic.

www.ebay.com.au

I think that Leasingham Classic Clare Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is an absolute bargain at that price. I have had them from Cellar One bonus pack and it is a great drop! at $14 it is a steal.

 

[AUElwood]

Grant Burge Shadrach Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 (12 bottles) | eBay

Intense purple, with great depth of colour. An alluring and strong bouquet of cassis, coffee bean, tobacco leaf and dark mint chocolate. Background aromas of green leaf providing classical notes of powerful Cabernet characters.

www.ebay.com.au

Just bought the last one. Shadrach down to $22

 

[YNWAJUVEN]

Grant Burge Shadrach Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 (12 bottles) | eBay

Intense purple, with great depth of colour. An alluring and strong bouquet of cassis, coffee bean, tobacco leaf and dark mint chocolate. Background aromas of green leaf providing classical notes of powerful Cabernet characters.

www.ebay.com.au

Just bought the last one. Shadrach down to $22

Price error or flopping off stock?

 

[AUElwood]

Price error or flopping off stock?

I have no idea, just buy first and think later. $22 is crazy despite I haven't tried this one.