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Huon Hooke

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Clairault Chardonnay, Margaret River 2012

This is a remarkable chardonnay whatever the price.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 17 00:00:00 EST 2015

Majella The Musician Cabernet Shiraz, Coonawarra 2013

With good depth of fruit, this cabernet shiraz has potential to age a while.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 17 00:00:00 EST 2015

Paul Giraud VSOP Grande Champagne Cognac

This cognac is lovely and fine, elegant and light on its feet; intense but not heavy.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 17 00:00:00 EST 2015

Leo Buring DW R20 Leopold Riesling, Tamar Valley, Tasmania 2014

This tight riesling is built to age, but you could enjoy it now with fish.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 17 00:00:00 EST 2015

Deep Woods Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River 2012

This cabernet is a statuesque Margaret River classic.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 17 00:00:00 EST 2015

Zonte's Footstep Avalon Tree Cabernet Sauvignon, Fleurieu Peninsula 2012

The colour is deep and dark, the bouquet loaded with dark-chocolate notes.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 17 00:00:00 EST 2015

Bleasdale Pinot Gris, Adelaide Hills 2014

This pinot gris is a real bargain at the price.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 17 00:00:00 EST 2015

Hardys HRB Chardonnay, Pemberton, Yarra Valley, Margaret River 2012

This gives you all the complexities of the winemaker's book of tricks at an affordable price.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 17 00:00:00 EST 2015

Moon Dog Bjorn to Boogie Watermelon Weizen

This wheat beer has a touch more character and interest than most, thanks partly to added watermelon, lime and mint.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 17 00:00:00 EST 2015

South Australia's Chateau Tanunda regains its former glory

Barossa beauty: Reroofed, renovated and restored.

The dilapidated grand chateau is now a showpiece of the Barossa Valley.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2015

Pierre de Prunet Mont Baudile Pays d'Herault Rosé 2013

An attractive rosé with just a touch of sweetness and a gentle finish.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Mar 02 11:45:25 EST 2015

Deep Woods Ebony Cabernet Shiraz 2012

A great-value, nicely balanced red with a rich palate.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Mar 02 11:44:16 EST 2015

Hewitson Gun Metal Riesling 2014

This dry, silky textured riesling will age well but is great drinking now.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Mar 02 11:43:21 EST 2015

Gibson The Dirtman Shiraz 2013

A classic gutsy Barossa shiraz that will benefit from extended cellaring.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Mar 02 11:42:31 EST 2015

Tapanappa Tiers Vineyard Chardonnay 2013

A superb chardonnay balancing richness with brisk acidity.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Mar 02 11:41:16 EST 2015

Gembrook Hill Pinot Noir 2012

A refined, gorgeously ethereal pinot with cherry and strawberry aromas.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Mar 02 11:40:11 EST 2015

Matilda Bay Fat Yak Pale Ale

A good session beer that has plenty of character but isn’t too demanding.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Mar 02 11:39:29 EST 2015

Higher Plane South by Southwest Cabernet Merlot 2011

This warming, generous cabernet is a much more serious wine than the price suggests.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Mar 02 11:37:49 EST 2015

Huon Hooke's top 12 Tasmanian wine producers

The Tasmanian climate suits pinot noir grapes.

Judging from this year's Tasmanian Wine Show, offerings from the south are like liquid gold.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2015

Invivo Sophie’s Pinot Noir Rosé 2014

More of a light red than a rosé, this is a great summer quaff.

Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Feb 16 18:40:12 EST 2015