Dan Murphy's and Other Wine Deals

[redbigot]

Thanks OW, always good to get a fellow punter's impression, it might be complete conjecture but I'm beginning to wonder whether 2017 was as good as 2016 as I've had a number of mediocre reds from 2017 that I've had to send back...

Halliday was a big promoter of the (cooler) 2017 vintage in South Australia, but I've not often found that I agree with his ratings for wines of that vintage and bought many less than for 2016.
I think the large number of 2017 reds (at many price-points) still being offered at huge discounts over 5 years after vintage speaks to the "market" assessment.

 

[godjerb_au]

Any idea what the JD #471 could be?

 

[olympicwiz]

Any idea what the JD #471 could be?

Originally I thought it was Chateau Tanunda but I could not find it. I think it might be this one 2016 Greenock Estate Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon but need to find SK 94 point review to confirm

 

[Whining&dining]

Interesting reveal on their "About us" page:

This unique wine brand began to bear fruit after three friends – one a renowned winemaker, one a fourth-generation grape grower and the third, Freddy, then a wine sales consultant – stumbled across this 1940’s vineyard and recognized the quality of the fruit.

Freddie has since immersed himself in winemaking and has discovered his own wine style, which is very appealing to the Asia market.

 

[redbigot]

Originally I thought it was Chateau Tanunda but I could not find it. I think it might be this one 2016 Greenock Estate Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon but need to find SK 94 point review to confirm

Greenock Estate
Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
Rating: 94
Gorgeously maturing and complex with blackcurrant, dried herb, smoked game and tapenade aromas, it's beautifully rounded in the mouth displaying excellent weight and flow. Classically structured by fine texture and grainy tannins, finishing impressively long and savoury. At its best: now to 2028. $60.00. www.greenockestate.com. April 2022.

 

[olympicwiz]

wine style, which is very appealing to the Asia market.

That is a worrying bit to me. Personally I would prefer a wine style which is appealing to our local market.

 

[Whining&dining]

Me too

 

[kevviek]

Had a couple of 2017 Reynella Shiraz and found it too thin and lackluster. Medium finish at best and I ended up selling them. Maybe it was the year or maybe I was unlucky with my batch, however it wasn't a patch on their previous vintages.

Interesting they have priced the 2016 cabernet higher than the 2017 shiraz

 

[Whining&dining]

Halliday was a big promoter of the (cooler) 2017 vintage in South Australia, but I've not often found that I agree with his ratings for wines of that vintage and bought many less than for 2016.
I think the large number of 2017 reds (at many price-points) still being offered at huge discounts over 5 years after vintage speaks to the "market" assessment.

 

[Whining&dining]

Both of these cancelled export dozens are available at $140, free join-up to Tahbilk, any opinions (another "sorely tempting" moment)?

2018 'Family Series' Cabernet Sauvignon | Dozen

Tahbilk’s traditional red winemaking practices have delivered a true-to-Estate release of elegance and style and only $140.00 per dozen while stocks last ... which, given the value on offer, will be a short term rather than long term proposition!

www.tahbilk.com.au

2018 'Family Series' Shiraz | Dozen

Varietally expressive spice, anise and black pepper characters with rich, blackberry, plum and mulberry fruits define this release ... only $140.00 per dozen while limited stocks last defines outstanding value!

www.tahbilk.com.au

 

[1erCru]

Both of these cancelled export dozens are available at $140, free join-up to Tahbilk, any opinions (another "sorely tempting" moment)?

2018 'Family Series' Cabernet Sauvignon | Dozen

Tahbilk’s traditional red winemaking practices have delivered a true-to-Estate release of elegance and style and only $140.00 per dozen while stocks last ... which, given the value on offer, will be a short term rather than long term proposition!

www.tahbilk.com.au

2018 'Family Series' Shiraz | Dozen

Varietally expressive spice, anise and black pepper characters with rich, blackberry, plum and mulberry fruits define this release ... only $140.00 per dozen while limited stocks last defines outstanding value!

www.tahbilk.com.au

Is it the Estate wine in different bottle format?

 

[Whining&dining]

Tahbilk Family Series showcases Tahbilk’s traditional red winemaking practices for the world. Offered in a tall Premium Claret bottle under this distinctive label, these 2018 Family Series wines are true-to-Estate releases of elegance and style.

Shiraz has sold out already, Cab Sav still available at the moment...

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[ellen10]

Both sold out now.

 

[B3nno]

Mr Riggs 21st bday 21% off full priced wines.

Code 21BIRTHDAY at checkout.

Ps the eurotrash still heavily discounted (code doesn’t stack) & I found it a good drop. Better than a midweek quaffer.

Celebrating 21 Years with 21% OFF 🎉

 

[Bill Bosworth]

Had a couple of 2017 Reynella Shiraz and found it too thin and lackluster. Medium finish at best and I ended up selling them. Maybe it was the year or maybe I was unlucky with my batch, however it wasn't a patch on their previous vintages.

Yep, and 2017 was the vintage the JF at Winecompanion gave the shiraz an 87 and the CS 85. Cellarone has been trying to shift this vintage for ages...

 

[olympicwiz]

Yep, and 2017 was the vintage the JF at Winecompanion gave the shiraz an 87 and the CS 85. Cellarone has been trying to shift this vintage for ages...

I would rather if forced to buy either Raynella 2017 Shiraz or 2016 Cab Sav - pay $5 extra and grab 2016

 

[twiningb]

What's the most efficient way to get Laithwaites stuff, including whitelabels? (I know about Virgin Wines but are there other worthwhile ones?)

My wife wants to get the advent calendar, and I know there are intermittent Amex Offers and/or increased cashbacks at Cashrewards/Shopback, but I don't want to wait too long lest they sell out.

 

[ALEX LANGTON]

VC deal - Covalli Amarone 2 for $40.
+ Plus Spend&Save.
+ Plus ShopBack 6% (which permits onsite promo codes, assuming it to include Spend&Save codes).
Haven't tried this Amarone but appears to be worth a punt.

 

[misohoney]

VC deal - Covalli Amarone 2 for $40.
+ Plus Spend&Save.
+ Plus ShopBack 6% (which permits onsite promo codes, assuming it to include Spend&Save codes).
Haven't tried this Amarone but appears to be worth a punt.

Not much experience with Amarone in general but I found this one too sweet for my liking - almost headache inducing

 

[olympicwiz]

VC deal - Covalli Amarone 2 for $40.
+ Plus Spend&Save.
+ Plus ShopBack 6% (which permits onsite promo codes, assuming it to include Spend&Save codes).
Haven't tried this Amarone but appears to be worth a punt.

Not available for pick up or delivery near me. What is Spend&Save?