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Sam Kim (Wine Orbit) – 'The Siletto' Pinot Gris, 2022

Sam Kim (Wine Orbit) – 'The Siletto' Pinot Gris, 2022

93 points It’s elegantly fragrant and inviting on the nose with green pear, lemon zest and white floral aromas, leading to a finely expressed palate that’s juicy and bright. Pristine and sleek with excellent clarity and vibrancy, making it fabulously appealing. At its best: now to 2028 Reviewed: Nov 2022

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Same Kim (Wine Orbit) – 'The Dagger' Pinot Noir, 2022

Same Kim (Wine Orbit) – 'The Dagger' Pinot Noir, 2022

93 points Finely composed and charming, the wine shows ripe cherry, floral, olive and warm spice nuances on the nose, leading to a silky-smooth palate that’s juicy and beautifully rounded. Tannins are fine and just right, offering elegant frame and length to this delightfully appealing pinot. At its best: now to 2030 Reviewed: February 2023

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The Scimitar – Single Vineyard Clare Valley Riesling, 2022

The Scimitar – Single Vineyard Clare Valley Riesling, 2022

From a single, long-established vineyard, made by Tim Knappstein with a lifetime’s experience. Apple blossom and talc aromatics; a fleshy entry with abundant lime/lemon flavours gaining intensity on the finish, where balancing acidity makes its mark. 94 points | $24 | Screwcap | 11.5% alc. | Drink to 2035

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‘The Foil’ Sauvignon Blanc, 2022

  • By Dale Knappstein
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‘The Foil’ Sauvignon Blanc, 2022

90 points Plenty of ripe gooseberry, passion fruit and some floral notes make this an appealing sauvignon blanc. Juicier on the medium-bodied palate, with well-integrated acidity, this gives plenty of pleasure and is less tart than most wines of this category. Drink now.

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