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Temple Bruer 2006 Chenin Blanc – Langhorne Creek
100% Certified Organic Wine
David Bruer (owner and winemaker) has long been a supporter of both Oxfam and the environment. He is passionate about how things should be done – and what should be done – so it’s no surprise to have him supporting us again. A lively little number that will delight all and sundry – especially with some yummy soft cheese and fresh slices of apple or pear.

Thorn Clarke 2007 Sandpiper Pinot Gris
Gris or Grigio, the difference is in style and location (France or Italy) but the grape remains the same. It really is becoming the variety for those in the know who enjoy elegance and interest. Pear and a hint of lime essence, a taste of almost creamy cashews. Put it with food you love – Agra Peas or a Leek, Fetta and Pea Frittata.

Beelgara Regional Reserve 2006 Chardonnay – Yarra Valley
Chardonnay may not occupy centre of the radar right now, but when you have an example like this it reminds you of what you used to love about fine wine. Serious notes of a well worked wine – dates and figgy characters, with some clean lines of vanilla and almost coconut residuals. Slow cooked, semi-smoked salmon is the order.

Lindfield Road 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon – Barossa Valley
From the Southern Barossa (who knew there was a Southern Barossa?) this Cabernet gets some of the much cooler climate characters that the great Cabernets have. It’s going on for 4 years old now so the hard yards have been done in the winery’s cellar. Fine tannin structure and typical varietal characters make Autumn and coming winter easier to get into.

Dog Ridge 2006 Cadenzia Grenahce – McLaren Vale
BIG – many think of Grenache as a ‘lighter style’ – think again! Moody purple with a nose of stewed plums, chocolate and tobacco. A mouth full of vanilla, spice and smoky full fruit – put this with some smokey ribs and enjoy the rest. A pat on the back to McLaren Vale Grenache.

Temple Bruer 2005 Shiraz Malbec – Langhorne Creek
100% Certified Organic Wine
Shiraz Malbec is a classic blend of fruit that seems to suit the Langhorne Creek region so well. Crafting it from 100% Organic Fruit seems to push the boundaries out that bit further – something David Bruer has long sought to do. Dark cherries and the like give a big rounded mouthful that is a sheer delight with any BIG food.