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2013 Broomstick Shiraz Unlabelled (12x750ml), Margaret River by Broomstick Estate, 13% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: This wonderful Broomstick Shiraz was aged in new French Oak for 18 months. It is complex, medium to full-bodied, lovely spicy overtones to blackberry/blackcurrant fruit, excellent balance and length.

2013 Mainbreak Sauvignon Blanc Semillon Margaret River.91 Points James Halliday, 89 Points Ray Jordan, 2 Bronze Medals, 12x750, COLOUR : bright straw with some green tinges. Bouquet: Lifted, classical Margaret River aromas of fresh cut grass, passion fruit and some fennel. PALATE: fresh and lively, zingy citrus fruit with a nice fine acid finish, A palate that goes and goes making it a great food wine. VINTAGE : A warm start to the vintage was moderated by later rains that cooled the region considerably and saw a vintage of fine and consistent quality. VINIFICATION: Picked at night, the grapes for this blend were cold pressed and fermented entirely in stainless steel and bottled early to preserve. Alc/Vol 12.5%

2010 Margaret River 6 plus 6 Margaret River Shiraz / Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc Late Harvest (12x750ml), Margaret River, (14% / 14.8% Alc/Vol,) Tasting Notes: Margret River Shiraz has a bouquet of pepper and cherry, oak and spice. A fresh fruit palate of raspberry, cherry and mulberry with a hint of nutmeg and clove with a lingering finish. Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc late Harvest is a enticing bouquet of sweet tropical fruits. A palate of white grape and gooseberry. Long ripened and late harvest.. Both these wine are from a single vineyard in Margaret River.

2013 Orbis Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot (12x750ml), Western Australia by Byron & Harold Estate, 14.3% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: COLOUR: Deep Crimson. NOSE: Lifted aromas of complex dark berries with underlying savoury earthy notes. PALATE: Full firm mouth feel of bramble fruits, cherry and subtle savoury spice, well integrated fine powdery tannins, supported by complex oak with great length and a fine full finish. VINTAGE NOTES: the 2013 vintage had dry and warm conditions for summer with cool nights. Due to the perfect slow ripening pattern both red and white grape varieties had good natural acid retention and showed intense colour, concentrated flavours, and aromas while achieving perfect tannin ripeness.. FOOD PAIRING: strong flavoured red meat dishes.

2013 You, me & the gate post Shiraz (12 x 750 ml), Great Southern by Ferngrove Vineyards, 14% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: The bouquet is fruit filled - a little pepper, a little earthy and displaying a little hint of mushroom. The palate is filled with full fruit flavours - satsuma plum and mulberries - underpinned by spice and white pepper nuance. the palate length is excellent before soft tannins underpin a slightly dry finish. The fruit for this wine was sourced entirely from the cool climate region of great Southern in Western Australia. This 100% Shiraz is perfect with Lamb, BBQ,s & pasta dishes..

2014 Mainbreak Sauvignon Blanc Semillon (12x750mL), Margaret River by Mainbreak, 12.5% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: Colour: Bright straw with some green tinges. Bouquet: Lifted, classical Margaret River aromas of fresh cut grass, passion fruit and some fennel. Palate: Fresh and lively, zingy citrus fruit with a nice fine finish. A palate that goes and goes making it a great food wine. Vintage: A considerable early vintage brought about by a continuation of fine and warm weather over summer. it was an excellent white vintage. Vinification: Picked at night, the grapes for this blend were cold pressed and fermented entirely in stainless steel and bottled early to preserve freshness..

2011 Select Vineyards Classic Red (12x750mL), Margaret River by Watershed Wines, 14.5% Alcohol, This 2011 Select Vineyards Classic Red displays aromas of plums, herbs and raspberries with notes of mocha.

2013 Five Tree Hill Shiraz (12x750ml), Margaret River by Five Tree Hill Estate, 15.5% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: This Wine is 100% Shiraz. Rhone yeast strain to promote cool climate varietal characters. Fermentation techniques employed to enhance fruit and flavour . This wine is a vibrant ruby red and shows aromatic red fruits, spice, pepper, chocolate and subtle savoury characters from oak maturation.Juicy ripe fruits balanced and smooth with soft tannin structure..

2012 Bold Block Margaret River Cabernet Merlot (12x750ml), Margaret River by Bold Block Estate, 13.5% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: This fantastic Margaret River Cabernet Merlot has a deep purple red appearance, plum, black fruits and leafy aromas. The palate is medium bodied with plum, black currant and earthy character. The wine has chewy tannins and a lingering chocolate finish. .

2014 The Farm Gate Sauvignon Blanc Semillon (12x750mL), Margaret River by Watershed wines, Aus, 11.5% Alcohol. This Classic SBS from the Gate label is made to produce a easy drinking, fresh, fruity and approachable everyday wine style. The fruit used in this blend is sourced from most sub region of Margaret River.

2009 Cabernet Merlot (12 x 750 ml), Margaret River by Oceans Estate, 13.5% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: The grapes for this wine are 100% estate grown. The colour is mid brick and the wine is in brilliant condition. The nose has cassis, plum and crushed black cherry, There are some spicy notes as well. The palate is of medium to full weight and shows black currant, strawberry, black cherry and some mint chocolate. the tannins are well integrated and the palate is dominated by sweet fruit. The oak is subtle, and the wine has a clean finish..

2013 Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc Late Harvest,(12x750), Margaret River, 14.8% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: An enticing bouquet of sweet tropical fruits. A palate of white grape and gooseberry. long ripened and late harvest. Great with prawns, salad, cold meats, cheese and even a curry. Single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc from the Margaret River region..

2015 Karri Oak Estate Semillon Sauvignon Blanc (12x750ml), Western Australian by Ferngrove Vineyards, 14% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: This outstanding Semillon Sauvignon Blanc is a light bodied white wine, has fresh and flavoursome tropical fruits complemented by hints of gooseberry, grapefruit and fresh passion fruit balanced with a hint crisp, zesty, kiwi fruit finish. A wine to enjoy on its own or with a fresh seafood salad..

2013 Lashings Semillon Sauvignon Blanc (12x750mL). 2 Bronze Medals. Definitive Margaret River SSB . Aroma of passion fruit, fig, granny smith apples. Quite complex and it opens up in the glass more a little time. Alc/Vol 12.5%

2014 Woodbrook Estate Semillon Sauvignon Blanc (12x750ml), Margaret River by Woodbrook Estate, 12.5% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: Pale straw colour, lifted aromas of citrus and tropical fruits with light herbaceous character.This light fruit filled styled presents a range of fruit flavours with good intensity, mineral characters and fresh, crisp acidity.Great with fish, white meats, stir-fry and salads..

2014 Five Tree Hill Semillon Sauvignon Blanc (12x750ml), Margaret River by Five Tree Hill Estate, 12.5% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: This wine displays lifted passion fruit, lemon grass and tropical fruit characters. It has good length and balance, with perfect natural acidity. Pale green in appearance with intense citrus and tropical fruits with light herbaceous characters. Clean, zesty and refreshing palate..

2013 Old Valley Classic Red, 12x750ml. Fresh and lively, this classic blend of Western Australian verieties has been made with pristine cold-pressed free run juice fractions, cold fermented and bottled fresh to maintain the authenticity of the style. Best served chilled. Alc/Vol 12.9%

2014 Five Tree Hill Chardonnay (12x750ml), Margaret River by Five Tree Hill Estate, 12.8% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: This wine is 100% Chardonnay, a combination of yeast selection to enhance fresh fruit aromatics and increase complexity and mouthfeel. Partial oak fermented. Regular battonage on yeast lees to create a rich creamy palate.The nose pronounced tropical fruits and citrus with toasty oak influence.Excellent fruit weight and balance, great length..

2012 The Farm Gate Chardonnay (12x750mL), Margaret River by Watershed Wines, 12.5% Alcohol.This fruit driven Chardonnay has been produced using Premium grapes from the Margaret River region. The wine exhibits the classic varietal Chardonnay aromas of peach and citrus. On the palate , vibrant notes of stone fruit are complemented by fresh grapefruit characters and a cream, nutty soft finish.

2011 Oceans Estate Semillon, (12x750mL), 2 Bronze Medals. The fruit was sourced entirely from our Margaret River vineyard. The wine is deep straw with green hints and is in brilliant condition. the nose has great aromatics and shows mango, fig, melon and citrus finish. There is a lot in there and this wine will develop with age. This is our first varietal Semillon. Alv/Vol 13%

2013 Orbis Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot (12x750ml), Western Australia by Byron & Harold Estate, 14.3% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: COLOUR: Deep Crimson. NOSE: Lifted aromas of complex dark berries with underlying savoury earthy notes. PALATE: Full firm mouth feel of bramble fruits, cherry and subtle savoury spice, well integrated fine powdery tannins, supported by complex oak with great length and a fine full finish. VINTAGE NOTES: the 2013 vintage had dry and warm conditions for summer with cool nights. Due to the perfect slow ripening pattern both red and white grape varieties had good natural acid retention and showed intense colour, concentrated flavours, and aromas while achieving perfect tannin ripeness.. FOOD PAIRING: strong flavoured red meat dishes.

2011 Night Harvest Cabernet Merlot (12 x 750 ml), Margaret River by Night Harvest, 14.1% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: This Margaret River wine is picked as cold as possible and gently crushed to assist in the cold soak before fermentation. Fermentation is carried out in small temperature controlled open fermenters. Gentle extraction was achieved by daily draining of the wines from the skins and returning back over. After two weeks in the oak fermenters, the wine was pressed to French oak Barriques and stainless steel tanks to complete the primary and malolactic ferment. This wine is ideal with meat dishes, pasta and cheese..

2013 Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc, (12x750ml), Margaret River, 13.5% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: A bouquet of pear and tropics with a generous palate of gooseberry finishing bright, long and engaging. Single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc from the Margaret River Region..

2013 Owners Reserve Classic Red (12 x 750 ml), Geographe by Old Valley Estate, 13.5% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: an elegant, lighter style red wine, designed for easy drinking and can be served chilled. A perfect companion for summer barbeques, with warm berry flavours and a smooth finish. A very special blend from a single vineyard in the Geographe region of Western Australia..

2013 Lashings Sauvignon Blanc, (12x750mL), 100% Sauvignon Blanc . 3 Bronze Medals. Oceans Estate,s newest label and one of our most awarded wine. A classic Margaret River nose with passion fruit, gooseberry and a hint of cut grass. This palate is crisp and fuller than the nose would suggest. Slighty herbal with citrus notes. Alc/Vol 12.5%

2013 Mustang Classic Red, 12x750ml. Served all year round or enjoy immediately, this Western Australian Classic Red will delight your senses with complex berry driven aromas and smooth finish. Designed to suit the Australian palate. Alc/Vol 12.9%

Watershed Wines Shades Unoaked Chardonnay (Cleanskin 6x750mL), Margaret River, Aus, 13.5% Alcohol. Exhibits the classical varietal Chardonnay aromas of peaches and citrus. On the palate, vibrant notes fruit are complemented by grapefruit characters.

2009 Broomstick Estate Chardonnay, (12 x 750 ml), Margaret River by Broomstick Estate, 13% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: This beautiful Chardonnay has a rich pale straw colour with zangy citrus flavours, beautifully cellard and perfect on a hot summers day. Awards:Bronze medal, 2010 International Chardonnay Challenge New Zealand. Bronze medal 2011 Royal Melbourne Wine Show. Bronze Medal 2010 Qantas Mt Barker Wine Show . Bronze Medal 2011 Mt Barker Wine Show

2014 Select Vineyards Sauvingnon Blanc Semillon (12x750mL), Margaret River by Watershed Wines, Aus, 11.5% Alcohol. Displays aromas of citrus, passion fruit and lemongrass. On the palate, this fruit driven wine is light and crisp with a soft round finish.

2009 Margaret River Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Reserve, " 90 Pts Halliday Wine Companion "12x750ml. This is the fifth vintage of the reserve style that unashamedly draws inspiration from the great wines of graves in Bordeaux. Layered and complex, with flavours of honey and lanolin woven into a structure well supported by fine French oak inputs. Bottle maturation is the key here - time for all these wonderful components to come together as one. A commanding example of the Arlewood Reserve style. Alc / Vol 13.5%.

2012 The Farm Classic White (6x750mL), Margaret River by Watershed Wines, 13.5% Alcohol.Produced from premium Margaret River grapes, this Classic White displays tropical fruit , citrus and peaches aromas. Produced to be an easy-drinking soft fruit style wine .

2010 Night Harvest Sauvignon Blanc Semillon (12 x 750 ml), Margaret River by Night Harvest, 13% Alc/Vol, Tasting Notes: This Margaret River modern white wine making techniques were used with temperature control critial from the vineyard through to the winery. The fruit is de-stemmed and crushed then must chilled and pressed off the skins quickly. It is allowed to settle for 48-72 hours before being racked in a clarified state to a fermentation tank. A range of selected yeasts are employed on the two different parcels of fruit before being transferred to temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. Perfect with fish, chicken..

2012 Water Colour Reserve Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, 12x750ml. Displaying lifted citrus and herbaccous aromatics with a notable straw colour, this Western Australian SSB will delight with its fresh burst of flavour and aroma. It's crisp, dry finish is the perfect with red meat. Alc/Vol12%

2013 Entwine Reserve Summer Red, 12x750ml. Kick back under the vines and enjoy this delightful summer red, an easy drinking blend of premium grapes from the exciting Geographe Region of Western Australia. Lush fruit aromas complement the smooth warm palate which is the hallmark of this favourite classic red. Alc/Vol 13.5%