october reviews from Sally Duncan

Dowie Doole The Banker Shiraz Cabernet

Now this is my sort of red. Pepper, spice and a lovely smooth finish. 94 points

Under the Lemon Tree Chenin Blanc

Crisp and clean with a nice little lift to it. No fuss, just a good glass of Chenin. 91 points

Margan Hunter Valley Semillon

Well hello there, Semillon. Fresh, floral and smooth as anything. I'd happily pour another. 94 points

Casa Giona Bardolino

A little cherry, a little Italian swagger. I like how light this feels. 92 points

Le Prince de Courthezon Cotes du Rhone

There's a lovely warmth to this. Generous without making a big song and dance about it. I kept going back for another sip. 93 points

Trimboli Saverio South Australia Grenache

The pepper at the end caught me by surprise. Bright, bouncy and enjoyable. 91 points

Kilikanoon Baroota Reserve Shiraz

Now we're talking Shiraz. Deep and warming, with plenty of flavour. Yum. 94 points

Ermita de San Lorenzo Gran Seleccion

A little bit of class without showing off. Smooth all the way through — yes, I liked this one. 93 points

Stones and Bones

I enjoyed this. No fuss, easy to drink, and I found myself reaching for another sip. 91 points

RedHeads Vin’atus

Top marks. Vin'atus is bold, full of flavour and honestly just delicious. I'd go another glass right now. 95 points

Thistledown Gorgeous Old Vine McLaren Vale Grenache

Light, fruity and a little bit flirty. I can see why they called it Gorgeous! 93 points

Vashon Estate Langhorne Creek Malbec

Juicy from the off, then a nice soft finish. A Malbec I'd happily pour again. 92 points

Portuga

Hold the phone, caller! Sweet, silky and beautifully balanced. This Portuguese number had me from the first sip. 95 points

Vinha do Fava Touriga Nacional

An easy glass and quite enjoyable. 90 points