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Swinney Grenache Frankland River 2024
Swinney Grenache Frankland River 2024
April 12, 2026 Roger Danne Reviews
Swinney Grenache Frankland River 2024, Western Australia | 100% Grenache | 13.8% alc The estate Grenache is where most people first encounter what this vineyard does with the variety, and for many it’s the wine...
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Swinney Syrah Frankland River 2024
Swinney Syrah Frankland River 2024
April 12, 2026 Roger Danne Reviews
Swinney Syrah Frankland River 2024, Western Australia | 100% Syrah | 14.0% alc The estate Syrah sits below the Farvie in the hierarchy but draws from many of the same sources — Wilson’s Pool and...
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Swinney Farvie Mourvèdre Frankland River 2024
Swinney Farvie Mourvèdre Frankland River 2024
April 12, 2026 Roger Danne Reviews
2024 Swinney Farvie Mourvèdre Frankland River, Western Australia | 100% Mourvèdre | 13.6% alc | Allocation only Of the three varieties that make up the Farvie lineup, Mourvèdre is the one that most people know...
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Swinney Farvie Grenache Frankland River 2024
Swinney Farvie Grenache Frankland River 2024
April 12, 2026 Roger Danne Reviews
Grenache from Frankland River still catches people off guard, and that's partly because the prevailing assumption about serious Australian Grenache is that it comes from the Barossa or McLaren Vale — old bush vines sitting...
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Swinney Farvie Syrah Frankland River 2024
Swinney Farvie Syrah Frankland River 2024
April 12, 2026 Roger Danne Reviews
Frankland River sits several hours south east of Perth, well outside the routes most people take when they're touring WA wine country. It doesn't have the name recognition of Margaret River or the Barossa, and...
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The Best Way to Decant Wine: Enhancing Flavour and Aroma
The Best Way to Decant Wine: Enhancing Flavour and Aroma
November 22, 2024 Ross Kennedy Cellaring, Guides, News, Perfect Wine, Producers, Reviews, Stories
Decanting wine is an age-old practice that allows you to enhance the flavour and aroma of wine by separating it from sediment and aerating it. While the process might seem simple, the way you decant...
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How to Choose the Perfect Wine for Any Meal
How to Choose the Perfect Wine for Any Meal
November 17, 2024 Brooks Whittington Perfect Wine, Reviews
In a world of endless wine options, finding the right bottle for your meal can be challenging. This guide simplifies the pairing process, covering everything from meat and cheese pairings to the nuances of vegetarian...
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