Journal

The Journal is our primary record, reviews and release notes designed to endure beyond the news cycle. We follow producers and regions over time, tracing the through-line between vineyard, vintage, and reputation. This is not a stream of scores. It is a curated archive for readers who want context, provenance, and the long view.

2025 Bekkers Release
Release Notes

2025 Bekkers Release

Bekkers 2023 – meticulous craftsmanship, vintage transparency, and the refined evolution of McLaren Vale’s modern classics.

Hill of Grace – Celebrating 60 Years
Release Notes

Hill of Grace – Celebrating 60 Years

Henschke Hill of Grace – six decades of extraordinary vintages, singular vineyard expression, and one of Australia's greatest fine wines.

Grange La Chapelle 2021
Story

Grange La Chapelle 2021

The release of 2021 Grange La Chapelle, will raise worldwide interest among wine collectors and fine wine observers.

2026 Yarra Yering Spring Release
Release Notes

2026 Yarra Yering Spring Release

Despite a challenging growing season, the 2024 Yarra Yering releases highlight exceptional standards of viticulture and winemaking.

2024 Bekkers Release
Review

2024 Bekkers Release

The 2024 Bekkers release – precision viticulture, masterful élevage, and McLaren Vale viewed through a lens of refinement and finesse.

2023 Bekkers
Release Notes

2023 Bekkers

Bekkers’ inaugural Single Selection release – meticulous craftsmanship, Clarendon terroir, and the emergence of a future Australian icon.

2025 Vasse Felix Release
Release Notes

2025 Vasse Felix Release

The latest Vasse Felix release – single-site precision, regional authority, and the evolution of Margaret River’s modern classics.

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