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This week we look at three different wines that are all genuine bargains. The first is a Margaret River sauvignon blanc / semillon blend that is well balanced without being too heavy on sweetness. The next wine is a big Coonawarra cab. sauv. which is normally much more expensive than you might find it around town right now. Our final wine of the week is a classic Barossa shiraz that is sure to impress both your taste buds and your wallet.

In this episode we recommend:

• Voyager Estate Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2006 ($15-22)
• Jacob’s Creek St. Hugo Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 ($30-42)
• Saltram Mamre Brook Shiraz 2004 ($16-25)

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Cheers… and happy wine buying!

Brad and Danny

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This week have a look at a chardonnay from a Mornington Peninsula producer that, unlike many of the wines from the region, isn’t overpriced. We also check out a bargain red blend from a producer who is better known for their top end offerings, and a big bodied shiraz from a vineyard who also supply grapes for the mighty Grange.

In this episode we recommend:

• Red Hill Estate Chardonnay 2005 ($16-20)
• Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards Shiraz 2004 ($24-28)
• Cape Mentelle Marmaduke 2004 ($13-18)

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Cheers… and happy wine buying!

Brad and Danny

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Ben Riggs and Ben Glaetzer, both winemakers from South Australia, are creating terrific wines at the moment – we look at a great entry level wine from Mr. Riggs, and a truly outstanding “super-premium” wine from Glaetzer wines. And for those looking to try something completely different we look at a moscato from Brown Brothers.

In this episode we recommend:

• Mr Riggs “The Gaffer” Shiraz 2005 ($16-22)
• Brown Brothers Moscato 2006 ($12-18)
• Glaetzer Godolphin 2005 ($45-50)

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Cheers… and happy wine buying!

Brad and Danny

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Marsanne is a white grape with a stature that is growing, and this week we look at the perfect bottle for those keen on learning more about the variety. Also we take a look at a great shiraz for around $15 and another brilliant Coonawarra cabernet sauvignon.

In this episode we recommend:

• Tahbilk Marsanne 2006 ($10-12)
• St. Hallett Faith Shiraz 2004 ($15-18)
• Leconfield Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 ($20-25)

Download the video: (3 min 50 sec)
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Cheers… and happy wine buying!

Brad and Danny

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