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1. To perform, achieve, or do something at a level that is considered beyond one's abilities, talents, or personal attributes.

Koonara wines have produced a great Chardonnay that is punching above its weight.

Crisp pink lady apple with layer of creamy buttery flavour, which is subtle but creates yet another layer of this well balanced and a quality Chardonnay.

I don’t think I could ask for more at this price point...simple...

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 Koonara Wines Cape Banks Mount Gambier Chardonnay 2019

Recommendation: Buy. Great little bargain

This one is from the Swan Valley Region of Perth, Western Australia. Different to the aged Hunter Valley Semillon I’ve been having recently. Definitely lighter at the start but a great little burst of flavour with a zesty edge.  I’m surprised by the freshness. A flood of flavour. Each sip seems to get better and better. If I had this again, I’d actually decanter it. It seems to have the best of both worlds with the complexity of aged white mixed with the freshness of young semillon.

I still can’t believe it’s only $20...simple...

 Garbin Estate 2012 Semillon @garbinestatewines Swan Valley

An all rounder in cricket or a utility player in footy is usually an unheralded, underrated but nonetheless important player.

 as an all rounder which lead me to think that all rounder player in sport. They can cover any unexpected injuries and play two or three positions. They can bowl a couple of overs without being smashed all over the park. They do whatever it takes to help the team.

It has hints of passionfruit without being a fruit salad. It’s dry without requiring a glass of water.

It may not be a superstar in any one category but it’s a real crowd pleaser. It will be able to be paired with any food combination you throw at it. Has the ability to be a midweek quaffer or the headline with fresh prawns on a Saturday arvo with friends. Now I don’t want to downplay the wine in any way with the all rounder analogy.

I haven’t even mentioned the price, 12 ridiculous dollars. That’s it $12. Stupid value. At that price I’ll take a few all rounders. We all need that value in the salary cap...simple...

 Idyll Wine Co Sauvignon Blanc 2020 Rating: B+ Price: $12

Recommendation: A Sunday afternoon special

Remember going on a Sunday Drive? Remember the time before everyone was so busy and there was only a couple of TV channels. A time with no internet, no mobile phone and no Netflix.

Dad would to turn to Mum and say “wanna go for a drive?” Before you knew we we were all in the car, windows down, driving down the coast or into the City.

I have no idea why, but I loved it. Driving then was fun. No bumper to bumper traffic, just the fresh breeze and exploring the small part of the world.

_wines have a different story and reason behind the name but either way there was something comforting about this wine. A familiar taste, a smell that made me as happy as sitting in the back seat on that Sunday Drive…simple…

This is an independent wine review or my own editorial content. No payment was received for this review.

 Last Sunday Drive by Brand & Sons Cabernet Franc 2019

Brand & Sons is a boutique wine producer based in Coonawarra, South Australia, focussed on producing small batch wines that highlight the flavours of the Coonawarra.

Each wine will be reviewed over the next couple of weeks.

With the pedigree of these wines, I have to drink them with family and friends. A true review is drinking and enjoying the whole bottle, not just a sip...simple...

 and no payment was received for this post. Just keeping it transparent. If I’m lucky enough to receive a sample wine I’ll always let you know.

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Koonara Wines Cape Banks Mount Gambier Chardonnay 2019

Garbin Estate 2012 Semillon @garbinestatewines Swan Valley

Idyll Wine Co Sauvignon Blanc 2020 Rating: B+ Price: $12

Last Sunday Drive by Brand & Sons Cabernet Franc 2019

INTRODUCING Brand & Sons Coonawarra Brand & Sons is a