Initials at the end of each tasting note indicate the Wine Spectator editor who blind-tasted and scored the wine and wrote the review. The tasters are as follows: James Laube (J.L.); Kim Marcus (K.M.); Thomas Matthews (T.M.); James Molesworth (J.M.); Bruce Sanderson (B.S.); Harvey Steiman (H.S.);

Tim Fish (T.F.); Alison Napjus (A.N.); MaryAnn Worobiec (M.W.).

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smARt buys

91

loimeR Grüner Veltliner Qualitätswein Trocken Kamptal 2012 • $22Bright and crisp, with savory hints to the laserlike flavors of Fuji apple, Meyer lemon and melon. Long and richly spiced midpalate, presenting hints of ginger and kiwifruit on the finish. Drink now through 2019. 5,416 cases made.—K.M.

90

AstRolAbe Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Province 2013 • $23Smooth and succulent, with white peach, green tea, melon and lime zest notes, all in harmony with the juicy, defined finish. Offers a good balance of elegance and power. Drink now. 33,000 cases made.—M.W.

90

Jim bARRy Shiraz Clare Valley The Lodge Hill 2012 • $19Lithe and lissome, this sleek style offers dark berry, tea leaf and spice flavors on a polished frame, lingering easily against nubby tannins. Drink now through 2018. 3,000 cases imported.—H.S.

90

géRARd beRtRAnd Syrah-Grenache Languedoc 2011 • $19Offers a ripe aroma, with rich, concentrated dark plum, kirsch and dried blueberry flavors, featuring a succulent spiciness. Touches of smoke show on the finish, alongside notes of chocolate. Drink now through 2017. 18,000 cases made.—K.M.

90

cAstle Rock Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Reserve 2012 • $18Deceptively complex, firm, ripe and well-structured, with plum, raspberry and blackberry flavors that are intense and pure, gliding along. Drink now through 2021. 2,600 cases made.—J.L.

90

cHAteAu tAnundA Cabernet Sauvignon Barossa Grand Barossa 2012 • $18Firm, focused and juicy, with black cherry, orange peel and black tea flavors persisting impressively on a lithe frame. The tannins are well-integrated. Drink now through 2020. 6,000 cases imported.—H.S.

90

scHild GMS Barossa Valley 2012 • $15Dark, focused and distinctive, with smoky, licorice-accented plum and currant flavors, dancing with relative lightness over refined tannins on the harmonious finish. Grenache, Mourvèdre and Shiraz. Drink now through 2019. 9,500 cases made.—H.S.

90

seven FAlls Cabernet Sauvignon Wahluke Slope 2011 • $15Supple, expressive and generous, with spicy blackberry, currant and licorice flavors, pouring into the harmonious and polished finish. Drink now through 2019. 37,500 cases made.—H.S.

best vAlues

89

PARingA Shiraz South Australia 2013 • $11Velvety, polished and poised, playing dark berry and cherry flavors against savory notes, finishing with harmony. Drink now through 2017. 35,000 cases made.—H.S.

88

snoquAlmie Chardonnay Columbia Valley 2012 • $10Polished, expressive and generous, with creamy pineapple and tangerine aromas and flavors, finishing smoothly and harmoniously. Drink now. 18,000 cases made.—H.S.

88

bodegA villA Atuel Malbec Mendoza El Tractor 2012 • $11Very juicy, with aromas and flavors of crushed dark fruits, including plum, blackberry and pomegranate. Beefy accents emerge as well, leading to an assertively spicy finish. Drink now. 8,000 cases made.—K.M.

87

boekenHoutsklooF The Wolftrap White Western Cape 2013 • $11Plump and juicy, with anise, apricot and plantain notes backed by a rounded, lightly toasty finish. Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Grenache Blanc. Drink now. 3,400 cases imported.—J.M.

Initials at the end of each tasting note indicate the Wine Spectator editor who blind-tasted and scored the wine and wrote the review. The tasters are as follows: James Laube (J.L.); Kim Marcus (K.M.); Thomas Matthews (T.M.); James Molesworth (J.M.); Bruce Sanderson (B.S.); Harvey Steiman (H.S.);

Tim Fish (T.F.); Alison Napjus (A.N.); MaryAnn Worobiec (M.W.).

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91

loimeR Grüner Veltliner Qualitätswein Trocken Kamptal 2012 • $22Bright and crisp, with savory hints to the laserlike flavors of Fuji apple, Meyer lemon and melon. Long and richly spiced midpalate, presenting hints of ginger and kiwifruit on the finish. Drink now through 2019. 5,416 cases made.—K.M.

90

AstRolAbe Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Province 2013 • $23Smooth and succulent, with white peach, green tea, melon and lime zest notes, all in harmony with the juicy, defined finish. Offers a good balance of elegance and power. Drink now. 33,000 cases made.—M.W.

90

Jim bARRy Shiraz Clare Valley The Lodge Hill 2012 • $19Lithe and lissome, this sleek style offers dark berry, tea leaf and spice flavors on a polished frame, lingering easily against nubby tannins. Drink now through 2018. 3,000 cases imported.—H.S.

90

géRARd beRtRAnd Syrah-Grenache Languedoc 2011 • $19Offers a ripe aroma, with rich, concentrated dark plum, kirsch and dried blueberry flavors, featuring a succulent spiciness. Touches of smoke show on the finish, alongside notes of chocolate. Drink now through 2017. 18,000 cases made.—K.M.

90

cAstle Rock Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Reserve 2012 • $18Deceptively complex, firm, ripe and well-structured, with plum, raspberry and blackberry flavors that are intense and pure, gliding along. Drink now through 2021. 2,600 cases made.—J.L.

90

cHAteAu tAnundA Cabernet Sauvignon Barossa Grand Barossa 2012 • $18Firm, focused and juicy, with black cherry, orange peel and black tea flavors persisting impressively on a lithe frame. The tannins are well-integrated. Drink now through 2020. 6,000 cases imported.—H.S.

90

scHild GMS Barossa Valley 2012 • $15Dark, focused and distinctive, with smoky, licorice-accented plum and currant flavors, dancing with relative lightness over refined tannins on the harmonious finish. Grenache, Mourvèdre and Shiraz. Drink now through 2019. 9,500 cases made.—H.S.

90

seven FAlls Cabernet Sauvignon Wahluke Slope 2011 • $15Supple, expressive and generous, with spicy blackberry, currant and licorice flavors, pouring into the harmonious and polished finish. Drink now through 2019. 37,500 cases made.—H.S.

best vAlues

89

PARingA Shiraz South Australia 2013 • $11Velvety, polished and poised, playing dark berry and cherry flavors against savory notes, finishing with harmony. Drink now through 2017. 35,000 cases made.—H.S.

88

snoquAlmie Chardonnay Columbia Valley 2012 • $10Polished, expressive and generous, with creamy pineapple and tangerine aromas and flavors, finishing smoothly and harmoniously. Drink now. 18,000 cases made.—H.S.

88

bodegA villA Atuel Malbec Mendoza El Tractor 2012 • $11Very juicy, with aromas and flavors of crushed dark fruits, including plum, blackberry and pomegranate. Beefy accents emerge as well, leading to an assertively spicy finish. Drink now. 8,000 cases made.—K.M.

87

boekenHoutsklooF The Wolftrap White Western Cape 2013 • $11Plump and juicy, with anise, apricot and plantain notes backed by a rounded, lightly toasty finish. Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Grenache Blanc. Drink now. 3,400 cases imported.—J.M.

Initials at the end of each tasting note indicate the Wine Spectator editor who blind-tasted and scored the wine and wrote the review. The tasters are as follows: James Laube (J.L.); Kim Marcus (K.M.); Thomas Matthews (T.M.); James Molesworth (J.M.); Bruce Sanderson (B.S.); Harvey Steiman (H.S.);

Tim Fish (T.F.); Alison Napjus (A.N.); MaryAnn Worobiec (M.W.).

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91

loimeR Grüner Veltliner Qualitätswein Trocken Kamptal 2012 • $22Bright and crisp, with savory hints to the laserlike flavors of Fuji apple, Meyer lemon and melon. Long and richly spiced midpalate, presenting hints of ginger and kiwifruit on the finish. Drink now through 2019. 5,416 cases made.—K.M.

90

AstRolAbe Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Province 2013 • $23Smooth and succulent, with white peach, green tea, melon and lime zest notes, all in harmony with the juicy, defined finish. Offers a good balance of elegance and power. Drink now. 33,000 cases made.—M.W.

90

Jim bARRy Shiraz Clare Valley The Lodge Hill 2012 • $19Lithe and lissome, this sleek style offers dark berry, tea leaf and spice flavors on a polished frame, lingering easily against nubby tannins. Drink now through 2018. 3,000 cases imported.—H.S.

90

géRARd beRtRAnd Syrah-Grenache Languedoc 2011 • $19Offers a ripe aroma, with rich, concentrated dark plum, kirsch and dried blueberry flavors, featuring a succulent spiciness. Touches of smoke show on the finish, alongside notes of chocolate. Drink now through 2017. 18,000 cases made.—K.M.

90

cAstle Rock Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Reserve 2012 • $18Deceptively complex, firm, ripe and well-structured, with plum, raspberry and blackberry flavors that are intense and pure, gliding along. Drink now through 2021. 2,600 cases made.—J.L.

90

cHAteAu tAnundA Cabernet Sauvignon Barossa Grand Barossa 2012 • $18Firm, focused and juicy, with black cherry, orange peel and black tea flavors persisting impressively on a lithe frame. The tannins are well-integrated. Drink now through 2020. 6,000 cases imported.—H.S.

90

scHild GMS Barossa Valley 2012 • $15Dark, focused and distinctive, with smoky, licorice-accented plum and currant flavors, dancing with relative lightness over refined tannins on the harmonious finish. Grenache, Mourvèdre and Shiraz. Drink now through 2019. 9,500 cases made.—H.S.

90

seven FAlls Cabernet Sauvignon Wahluke Slope 2011 • $15Supple, expressive and generous, with spicy blackberry, currant and licorice flavors, pouring into the harmonious and polished finish. Drink now through 2019. 37,500 cases made.—H.S.

best vAlues

89

PARingA Shiraz South Australia 2013 • $11Velvety, polished and poised, playing dark berry and cherry flavors against savory notes, finishing with harmony. Drink now through 2017. 35,000 cases made.—H.S.

88

snoquAlmie Chardonnay Columbia Valley 2012 • $10Polished, expressive and generous, with creamy pineapple and tangerine aromas and flavors, finishing smoothly and harmoniously. Drink now. 18,000 cases made.—H.S.

88

bodegA villA Atuel Malbec Mendoza El Tractor 2012 • $11Very juicy, with aromas and flavors of crushed dark fruits, including plum, blackberry and pomegranate. Beefy accents emerge as well, leading to an assertively spicy finish. Drink now. 8,000 cases made.—K.M.

87

boekenHoutsklooF The Wolftrap White Western Cape 2013 • $11Plump and juicy, with anise, apricot and plantain notes backed by a rounded, lightly toasty finish. Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Grenache Blanc. Drink now. 3,400 cases imported.—J.M.

A SNEAK PREVIEW OF THE BUYING GUIDE FOR THE JUNE 15, 2014 ISSUE,FEATURING ALL OF THE SPECTATOR SELECTIONS

Wine Spectator’s June 15 issue features our annual guide to California wine country travel, focusing on Monterey and Carmel, with award-winning restaurants, incredible golf and, of course, great wine. Plus, our tasting reports

include the 2011 vintage for red Burgundy and U.S. sparkling wines.

WINE SPECTATOR’s

HigHly Recommended

95

AubeRt Chardonnay Russian River Valley Eastside 2012 • $80Delicious from start to lingering finish, this is rich, broad and exotic, with tiers of complexity built around smoke, fig, apricot, citrus peel and bubble gum flavors. Features a silky smooth texture and just the right amount of tannins. Drink now. 825 cases made.—J.L.

95

bedRock The Bedrock Heritage Sonoma Valley 2012 • $42An exceptional red that recalls the hearty old California field blends with style. Exotic aromas of cracked pepper, smoky beef and blackberry lead to plum, Asian spice and licorice flavors, lingering toward briary tannins. A blend of Zinfandel, Carignane and 20 other field-blended varieties. Drink now through 2022. 500 cases made.—T.F.

95

mollydookeR Shiraz McLaren Vale Carnival of Love 2012 • $75Sinewy, lithe and expressive, packing red berry, black cherry and cardamom aromas and flavors into a tightly focused package. The finish expands and powers up, driving a long and meaty finish. Displays muscle and poise. Drink now through 2022. 4,729 cases made.—H.S.

95

two HAnds Shiraz Barossa Valley Bella’s Garden 2012 • $73Utterly seamless, focused, powerful and elegant, layered with cherry, boysenberry and red plum fruit, revealing glints of coffee, jasmine and cardamom that add extra nuances. Delivers complexity without extra weight. The finish won’t quit. Drink now through 2022. 6,000 cases made.—H.S.

94

mAison l’envoyé Pinot Noir Willamette Valley The Attaché 2012 • $40Focused, featuring lively blackberry, floral and white pepper flavors that unfurl in layers, persisting with finesse against an underlying mineral note as the finish revs up. Complex and expressive. Drink now through 2022. 500 cases made.—H.S.

collectibles

95

domAine FAiveley Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet 2011 • $390Rich and creamy, this white is laced with lime blossom, peach, citronella, hazelnut and toasted spice aromas and flavors. Balanced, with bright acidity focusing and driving the long finish. Best from 2016 through 2028. 28 cases imported.—B.S.

95

louis JAdot Chevalier-Montrachet Les Demoiselles 2011 • $480A range of spices, from vanilla to sandalwood, along with apple and grapefruit flavors, mark this dense, tactile white. Lightly tannic on the finish, with citrus and spice notes gracing the long aftertaste. With air, this turns increasingly harmonious and juicy. Best from 2016 through 2027. 45 cases imported.—B.S.

95

g. RoumieR Musigny 2011 • $1,500Ethereal and silky in texture, this red evokes cherry, strawberry, floral, mineral and spice flavors. Almost seamless, showing the crisp profile of the vintage. Long and riveting on the lacy finish. Best from 2017 through 2030. 8 cases imported.—B.S.

94

boucHARd PèRe & Fils Chevalier-Montrachet Domaine 2011 • $315A ripe style, displaying lime, apricot, peach, baked apple, toast, spice and caramel flavors. Creamy in texture, leaving a tactile sensation on the lengthy finish. Best from 2016 through 2027. 100 cases imported.—B.S.

“I have watched the Paringa label development over the years and have always been most impressed with the wine. The quality to value ratio is outstanding!”

BRIAN BARRY OAM - R. Dip. Oenology (Dux) Former Chairman Of Australian Wine Judges | Winner Jimmy Watson Trophy 1973.

PARINGA LABEL WINE SCORES

Wine SpectatorParinga Shiraz 1999 87 points

Paringa Shiraz 2000 88 points

Paringa Cabemet Sauvignon 2000 90 points

Paringa Merlot 2000 87 points

Paringa Shiraz 2001 90 points # 40 “The 2002 Top 100 Wines”

Appeared on front cover of Wine Spectator

Paringa Cabemet Sauvignon 2001 88 points

Paringa Merlot 2001 87 points

Paringa Shiraz 2002 87 points

Paringa Cabemet Sauvignon 2002 88 points

Paringa Merlot 2002 87 points

Paringa Shiraz 2003 87 points “Best Values Global Buys Under $15”

Paringa Cabemet Sauvignon 2003 88 points “Smart Buys/Best Values”

Paringa Merlot 2003 87 points “Smart Buys/Best Values”

Paringa Merlot 2004 86 points

Paringa Chardonnay Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2004 87 points

Paringa Shiraz 2005 87 points

Paringa Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 88 points “Smart Buys/Best Values”

Paringa Chardonnay Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2005 85 points

Paringa Merlot 2008 86 points

Paringa Cabemet Sauvignon 2008 87 points

Paringa Shiraz 2008 89 points “Best Values” and “Best Wine of the Week”

Paringa Shiraz 2009 89 points “Best Values”

Paringa Merlot 2009 88 points

Paringa Cabemet Sauvignon 2009 86 points

Paringa Shiraz 2010 90 points # 52 “2013 Top 100 Wines”

Paringa Cabemet Sauvignon 2010

Paringa Shiraz 2011 86 points “Best Values - Daily Wine Picks June 2013”

Paringa Shiraz 2012 88 points

Paringa Cabemet Sauvignon 2012 89 points

Paringa Chardonnay 2012 85 points

Paringa Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 89 points

Paringa Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 85 points

Paringa Chardonnay 2013 88 points

Paringa Shiraz 2013 89 points “Best Values” June 2014

Wine AdvocateParinga Shiraz 1999 88 points

Paringa Shiraz 2000 88 points

Paringa Cabernet Sauvignon 2000 85 points

Paringa Merlot 2000 87 points

Paringa Shiraz 2001 88 points

Paringa Merlot 2001 87 points

Paringa Shiraz 2002 88 points

Paringa Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 89 points

Paringa Merlot 2002 88 points

Paringa Shiraz 2003 87 points

Paringa Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 87 points

Paringa Merlot 2003 87 points

Paringa Shiraz 2005 87 points

Paringa Shiraz 2007 87 points

Paringa Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 86 points

Paringa Merlot 2007 85 points

Paringa Chardonnay 2007 86 points

Paringa Shiraz 2008 86 points

Paringa Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 86 points

Paringa Merlot 2008 85 points

Paringa Shiraz 2009 85 points

Paringa Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 85 points

Paringa Merlot 2009 86 points

Wine EnthusiastParinga Shiraz 2001 “#4 Top 100 Best Values of 2002”

NewsweekParinga Shiraz 2001 90 points “10/02/03 edition: Uncorked Best Buys”

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June 15, 2014 and JUNE 30, 2010 ISSUES

BEST VALUE WINES Vintage Score Release Price

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2013 89 $11

Velvety, polished and poised, playing dark berry and cherry flavors against savory notes, finishing with harmony. Drink now through 2017. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Jun 15, 2014

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2008 89 $10

Dark and spicy, this red offers fresh sage and tarragon overtones mingling with the black cherryand spice flavors, persisting against polished tannins. Drink now through 2013. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Jun 30, 2010

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PARINGA Merlot South Australia 2008 86 $10

Soft texture, with a broad base to the red cherry, herb and smoke flavors, persisting pleasantly. Drink now. 3,000 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Jun 30, 2010

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2008 87 $10

This velvety red offers ripe currant and blackberry flavors that ride easily over the fine tannins, echoing on the finish. Drink now. 7,500 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Jun 30, 2010

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia Individual Vineyard 2000 90 $10

Ripe, plush style offers layers and layers of pretty currant, strawberry and plum fruit, with just enough sweet, spicy oak to make it interesting, finishing plump and round. Drink now through 2007. 670 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Nov 15, 2001

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia Individual Vineyard 2001 90 $10

Smooth and generous, an inviting red that’s plump with black cherry, blackberry and exotic spice flavors, hinting at dark chocolate as the flavors persist on the fine-grained finish. Outstanding. Drink now through 2004. 20,000 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date: Aug 31, 2002

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2008 89 $10

Dark and spicy, this red offers fresh sage and tarragon overtones that mingle with the black cherry and spice flavors, persisting against polished tannins. Drink now through 2013. 18,000 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Jun 30, 2010

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia Individual Vineyard 2000 88 $10

Stylish stuff, solid and juicy, packed with lively blackberry, raspberry, chocolate and spice flavors that keep bouncing through the rich finish. Flavors linger enticingly. A much more serious wine than the price suggests. Drink now through 2010. 14,000 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 15, 2001

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Wine Vintage Score Release Price

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2012 89 $11

Polished, expressive and generous, with licorice-accented black currant and cocoa flavors, persisting on the finish. Drink now. 4,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Mar 31, 2014

PARINGA Chardonnay South Australia 2012 85 $11

Light and silky, with modest lime and green guava flavors. Drink now. 6,000 cases made. -HSCountry: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Web Only - 2013

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2012 88 $11

Supple, focused, generous and appealing, with straightforward cherry and spice flavors on a me-dium frame, lingering easily. Drink now through 2016.15,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Web Only - 2013

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2011 86 $11

A supple red, with stewed plum and spice flavors moving smoothly through the earthy finish. Best from 2015 through 2018. 15,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Jun 30, 2013

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2010 88 $11

Vivid, focused and juicy, featuring red berry and currant fruit inflected with toasted grain and sage notes. Shows surprising depth for a warm-climate red, with a finish that competes against a swarm of fine tannins. Drink now through 2014. 3,800 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Feb 28, 2013

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2010 90 $11

Top 100: 2013; Rank: 52. Smooth and inviting, offering a plush-textured, focused, juicy hit of blue-berry, black currant and tar, singing sweetly through the extended finish. Drink now through 2017. 30,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Apr 30, 2013

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2009 86 $10

Supple, generous and ripe, this is nicely filled out with black cherry, mint and spice flavors, lingering gently. Drink now through 2013.3,800 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Web Only - 2011

PARINGA Merlot South Australia 2009 88 $10

Velvety, round and appealing for its ripe currant flavor and hints of herb in the background. Nicely balanced. Drink now 3,800 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:May 31, 2011

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2009 89 $10

Designation: Best Values. Supple, polished and appealing for its dark, brooding, licorice-accented boysenberry pie flavors, complete with baked dough notes on the enticing finish. Drink now through 2014. 30,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:May 31, 2011

Wine Vintage Score Release Price

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2001 88 $10

Smooth and velvety, rife with spicy oak, but nicely fleshed out with dark cherry and pepper flavors, which echo on the plump finish. Drink now through 2007. 1,000 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30,2002

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2002 88 $10

Smooth and velvety, rife with spicy oak, but nicely fleshed out with dark cherry and pepper flavors, which echo on the plump finish. Drink now through 2007. 1,000 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30,2003

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2003 88 $11

Ripe in flavor, rich in texture, with minty blackberry and currant mixing with sweet, spicy oak on the lengthy finish. Drink now through 2006. 21 ,000 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30,2004

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2005 88 $10

Appealing for its juicy, ripe blackberry and currant flavors, wrapped in a light veil of firm-textured tannins, remaining expressive through the finish. Drink now through 2009. 8,000Ωcases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:May 31, 2007

PARINGA Shiraz Clarendon Individual Vineyard 1999 87 $12

Firm in texture but lush with spicy berry flavors; a juicy wine that finishes smooth and velvety. Drink now through 2005. 5,500 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date: Jun 30, 2000

PARINGA Merlot South Australia Individual Vineyard 2000 87 $10

Supple and bright, nicely focused to show its cherry and herb flavors, finishing with a mineral edge. Remains generous through the round finish. Drink now through 2004. 1,500 cases made.-HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Oct 15, 2001

PARINGA Merlot South Australia Individual Vineyard 2001 87 $10

Soft in texture, with a layer of olive and bay leaf over the currant and cherry fruit, finishing with fine balance. Drink now through Australia Australia 2004. 3,000 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 15, 2002

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2002 87 $10

Bright and appealing for its pretty blueberry and plum flavors, shaded with white pepper notes as the flavors persist, picking up a touch of coffee on the finish. Drink now through 2005. 40,000 cases imported. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30,2003

PARINGA Merlot South Australia 2002 87 $10

Round and velvety, generous with its blueberry and currant fruit, framed with spice and tobacco notes, echoing nicely. Drink now. 4,000 cases imported. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30,2003

PARINGA Merlot South Australia 2003 87 $10

Fine-textured and lively with dark plum and currant fruit, finishing with just a delicate touch of herb. Drink now. 6,000 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30,2004

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2003 87 $11

Soft, with appealing oak-scented currant and plum flavors that linger, finishing with fine-grained tannins. Drink now. 53,000 cases made. -HS

Country:Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 15, 2004

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Wine Vintage Score Release Price

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2002 88 $10

Designation: Best Values. Dark, deep and remarkably rich, with lots of berry and currant fruit on a supple texture, finishing with a touch of mint. Drink now through 2005. 20,000 cases imported. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30, 2003

PARINGA Merlot South Australia 2002 87 $10

Round and velvety, generous with its blueberry and currant fruit, framed with spice and tobacco notes, echoing nicely. Drink now. 4,000 cases imported. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30, 2003

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2002 87 $10

Bright and appealing for its pretty blueberry and plum flavors, shaded with white pepper notes as the flavors persist, picking up a touch of coffee on the finish. Drink now through 2005. 40,000 cases imported. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30, 2003

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2001 88 $10

Smooth and velvety, rife with spicy oak, but nicely fleshed out with dark cherry and pepper flavors, which echo on the plump finish. Drink now through 2007. 1,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30, 2002

PARINGA Merlot South Australia (Individual Vineyard) 2001 87 $10

Soft in texture, with a layer of olive and bay leaf over the currant and cherry fruit, finishing with fine balance. Drink now through 2004. 3,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 15, 2002

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia (Individual Vineyard) 2001 90 $10

Top 100: 2002; Rank: 40; Designation: Best Buy. Smooth and generous, an inviting red that’s plump with black cherry, blackberry and exotic spice flavors, hinting at dark chocolate as the flavors persist on the fine-grained finish. Outstanding. Drink now through 2004. 20,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Aug 31, 2002

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia (Individual Vineyard) 2000 90 $10

Ripe, plush style offers layers and layers of pretty currant, strawberry and plum fruit, with just enough sweet, spicy oak to make it interesting, finishing plump and round. Drink now through 2007. 670 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Nov 15, 2001

PARINGA Merlot South Australia (Individual Vineyard) 2000 87 $10

Supple and bright, nicely focused to show its cherry and herb flavors, finishing with a mineral edge. Remains generous through the round finish. Drink now through 2004. 1,500 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Oct 15, 2001

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia (Individual Vineyard) 2000 88 $10

Designation: Best Buy. Stylish stuff, solid and juicy, packed with lively blackberry, raspberry, chocolate and spice flavors that keep bouncing through the rich finish. Flavors linger enticingly. A much more serious wine than the price suggests. Drink now through 2010. 14,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 15, 2001

PARINGA Shiraz Clarendon (Individual Vineyard) 1999 87 $12

Firm in texture but lush with spicy berry flavors; a juicy wine that finishes smooth and velvety. Drink now through 2005. 5,500 cases made.

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Jun 30, 2000

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PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2008 87 $10

This velvety red offers ripe currant and blackberry flavors that ride easily over the fine tannins, echo-ing on the finish. Drink now. 7,500 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Jun 30, 2010

PARINGA Merlot South Australia 2008 86 $10

Soft in texture, with a broad base to the red cherry, herb and smoke flavors, persisting pleasantly. Drink now 3,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Jun 30, 2010

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2008 89 $10

Designation: Best Values. Dark and spicy, this red offers fresh sage and tarragon overtones that min-gle with the black cherry and spice flavors, persisting against polished tannins. Drink now through 2013. 18,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Jun 30, 2010

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2005 88 $10

Designation: Best Values. Appealing for its juicy, ripe blackberry and currant flavors, wrapped in a light veil of firm-textured tannins, remaining expressive through the finish. Drink now through 2009. 8,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:May 31, 2007

PARINGA Chardonnay-Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc South Australia 2005 85 $10

Bright and appealing for its peach and apple fruit, hinting at herbs on the soft finish. Drink now. 3,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:May 15, 2007

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2005 87 $10

Supple and fragrant. A lithe mouthful of currant and pomegranate shaded with hints of fresh red pepper. Drink now through 2009. 40,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:May 31, 2007

PARINGA Chardonnay-Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc South Australia 2004 87 $11

Bright, refreshing and appealing for its spicy pear flavors, lingering gently. Drink now. 4,500 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Apr 30, 2005

PARINGA Merlot South Australia 2004 86 $10

Supple and open-textured, with pretty cherry and toasted herb flavors that linger gently. Drink now through 2009. 6,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:May 31, 2007

PARINGA Cabernet Sauvignon South Australia 2003 88 $11

Designation: Best Values. Ripe in flavor, rich in texture, with minty blackberry and currant mixing with sweet, spicy oak on the lengthy finish. Drink now through 2006. 21,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30, 2004

PARINGA Merlot South Australia 2003 87 $11

Fine-textured and lively with dark plum and currant fruit, finishing with just a delicate touch of herb. Drink now 6,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 30, 2004

PARINGA Shiraz South Australia 2003 87 $11

Soft, with appealing oak-scented currant and plum flavors that linger, finishing with fine-grained tannins. Drink now. 53,000 cases made. -HS

Country: Australia

Region:SA

Issue Date:Sep 15, 2004

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2013 PARINGANV MOSCATO

Grape Variety: Moscato 100%Case Production: 500 casesBottle Size: 750ml StelvinRegion: South Australia

Vintage Comments: The 2013 vintage had two brief heat spikes prior to the beginning of March compressed the vintage, with all varieties ripening hot on the heels of each other. “Best ever” fruit composition was supported well by vine and fruit condition, which was nonetheless excellent. The vintage followed the excellent 2012 vintage.

Winemaker’s Notes: Colour: A pale translucent pink. Bouquet: A delicately perfumed wine with lifted aromas of fresh

fruity mango; strawberry with a hint of candy and subtle rose petal.

Palate: The wine has fresh fruit flavours of Muscat grapes, mango and tropical fruits. The palate is light-bodied and fruit-driven with excellent acid balance and the natural sweetness gives the palate a round, luscious texture. The finish is soft and slightly spritzy. Fresh, fragrant and lightly spritzed, this Moscato makes a perfect aperitif and is best enjoyed whilst young and vibrant.

Food: Moscato needs to be served well chilled and is downright delicious with apple desserts, fresh berries, summer salads, meringue pies, peach cobbler, hazelnut desserts and lemon-poppy breads and cakes. While dessert is Moscato’s forte, cheese courses, charcuterie or antipasto plates can be perfect pairings.

Yield: 4 tonnes per acreHarvest: March 2013Analytical Data: Alcohol 8.0% volumeProducer: The ARH Australian Wine Company Pty LtdGrower/Owner: David & Dena HickinbothamWinemaker: Andrew Hercock

2013 PARINGACHARDONNAY

Grape Variety: Chardonnay 100%Case Production: 10,000 casesBottle Size: 750ml StelvinRegion: South Australia

Vintage Comments: The 2013 vintage had two brief heat spikes prior to the beginning of March compressed the vintage, with all varieties ripening hot on the heels of each other. “Best ever” fruit composition was supported well by vine and fruit condition, which was nonetheless excellent. The vintage followed the excellent 2012 vintage.

Winemaker’s Notes:

Colour: Clear lime hue with a slightly pale and watery opacity. Bouquet: A fresh crisp, flinty vanilla with citrus and stone. Palate: An explosion of rare and exotic stone and citrus fruits

wrap around the tongue; lime and tangerine, with nuances of lychee, pineapple and hazelnut emphasis and compliment the clean, all natural balance; soft and slightly lifted creamy yeast textured finish.

Food: Great with fish pie and fish cakes (especially salmon); chicken or pork; pasta in a creamy sauce; for lighter meals a Caesar or chicken salad, including mango or macadamia nuts.

Yield: 5 tonnes per acreHarvest: February 2013Analytical Data: Alcohol 12.9% volumeTotal acidity: 5.4 gm/LResidual sugar: 0.8 g/LpH: 3.39Producer: The ARH Australian Wine Company Pty LtdGrower/Owner: David & Dena HickinbothamRef: 2013-PAR-CHD-TN-19/11/2013

“Fresh and open-textured with pretty pear, spice and tangarine peel notes, lingering and mingling well.”

HARVEY STEIMAN | 88 points | Wine Spectator Jun 15, 2014

2013PARINGACABERNETSAUVIGNON

Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon100%Case Production: 15,000 casesRegion: South Australia

Vintage Comments: The 2013 vintage had two brief heat spikes prior to the beginning of March compressed the vintage, with all varieties ripening hot on the heels of each other. “Best ever” fruit composition was supported well by vine and fruit condition, which was nonetheless excellent. The

vintage followed the excellent 2012 vintage.

Winemaker’s Notes:

Colour: The deepest and darkest pitch-black with a charcoal lilac hue.

Bouquet: A lively, rich raspberry and blackberry pie aromas and blackcurrant; followed by a musk and leathery finish.

Palate: An “explosion and intensity” of fruit flavour, spicy clove, ginger and nutmeg; leafy cedar and tobacco, followed by a musk and leathery finish. Medium to full bodied, soft tannins integrate well with great balance and a long green peppercorn finish.

Food: Red meats, flavourful and heartier (red) pastas, lamb, strong-flavoured cheese and dark chocolates.

Yield: 4 tonnes per acreHarvest: March 2013Analytical Data: Alcohol 14.5% volumeTotal acidity: 5.4 gm/LResidual sugar: 0.9 g/LpH: 3.67Producer: The ARH Australian Wine Company Pty LtdGrower/Owner: David & Dena HickinbothamWinemaker: Andrew HercockRef: 2013-PAR-CSV-TN-19/11/2013

2013PARINGAPINOT NOIR

Grape Variety: Pinot Noir 100%Case Production: 2,400 casesBottle Size: 750ml StelvinRegion: South Australia

Vintage Comments: The 2013 vintage had two brief heat spikes prior to the beginning of March compressed the vintage, with all varieties ripening hot on the heels of each other. “Best ever” fruit composition was supported well by vine and fruit condition, which was nonetheless excellent. The vintage followed the excellent 2012 vintage.

Winemaker’s Notes: Colour: Pale raspberry with a translucent violet hue. Bouquet: Intense black cherry aromas, pronounced spiciness of

smoke, toast and tar. Palate: A full bodied style of Pinot; driven by ripe tomato

and cherry, strawberry, briar and spices of sassafras, caraway and peppermint with a soft smooth, rich and velvety finish.

Food: Grilled salmon, a healthy cut of plain roast beef or any dish that features mushroom as the main flavour element. Roast and braised preparations of lamb, pheasant and duck; as well as grilled meaty fish

(salmon, shark or swordfish).

Yield: 5 tonnes per acreHarvest: March 2013Analytical Data: Alcohol 12.9% volumeTotal acidity: 5.4 gm/LResidual sugar: 0.7 g/LpH: 3.69 Producer: The ARH Australian Wine Company Pty LtdGrower/Owner: David & Dena HickinbothamWinemaker: Andrew HercockRef: 2013-PAR-PN-TN-19/11/2013

“Smoky, creamy notes overlay dark berry fruit in this polished style, echoing the sweet oaky notes on the finish.”

HARVEY STEIMAN | 85 points | Wine Spectator Jun 15, 2014

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2012PARINGASPARKLINGSHIRAZ

Grape Variety: Shiraz 100%Case Production: 10,000 casesBottle Size: 750ml StelvinRegion: South Australia

Vintage Comments: The 2012 vintage was an outstanding year. Very good subsoil moisture which was carried over from 2011, alongside a reasonable and consistent average summer rainfall, with moderate to below average daily temperatures complemented and assisted with very good canopy health throughout the course of the 2012 season. Overall the red varieties are every bit as good as the best years over the past two decades. The 2012 vintage truly was one of the great years reflected by the outstanding flavour and natural acidity.

Winemaker’s Notes:

Colour: A deep magenta burgundy with an everlasting crimson hue.

Bouquet: Fresh black current preserve, with dark strawberry jam and blackberry; surrounded by underlying hints of butterscotch, menthol and spice.

Palate: A lively refreshing and medium bodied palate. Comprising sweet berry fruits, ripest plums and cassis, with hints of chocolate molasses, caraway seed and fennel.

Yield: 5 tonnes per acreHarvest: February 2012Analytical Data: Alcohol 12.5% volumeTotal acidity: 6.9 gm/LResidual sugar: 36.1 g/LpH: 3.54Producer: The ARH Australian Wine Company Pty LtdGrower/Owner: David & Dena HickinbothamWinemaker: Andrew HercockRef: 2012-PAR-SPK-SHZ-TN-01/05/2013

2013 PARINGASHIRAZ

Grape Variety: Shiraz 100%Case Production: 35,000 casesBottle Size: 750ml StelvinRegion: South Australia

Vintage Comments: The 2013 vintage had two brief heat spikes prior to the beginning of March compressed the vintage, with all varieties ripening hot on the heels of each other. “Best ever” fruit composition was supported well by vine and fruit condition, which was nonetheless excellent. The vintage followed the excellent 2012 vintage.

Winemaker’s Notes: Colour: An intensely dark blood dye red with a black, squid ink

hue. Bouquet: A subtle yet sophisticated nose that teases the brain

with assorted fruits that intrigue. Smokey, dusty coffee beans and burnt chocolate encapsulate the senses.

Palate: Black pepper, liquorice, clove, thyme hit the taste buds and get the heart beating that little bit faster. Strong blackcurrant and blackberry combine well with the leathery, earthy, “spicy” cedar oak, cigar box of a typical Australian full bodied Shiraz.

Food: Brisket, classic slow cooked Texas BBQ. Grilled lamb or grass fed beef. Beef stew or a Chili Colorado (a mildly spiced Mexican stew).

Yield: 4 tonnes per acreHarvest: March 2013Analytical Data: Alcohol 14.5% volumeTotal acidity: 6.1 gm/LResidual sugar: 1.5 g/LpH: 3.61Ref: 2013-PAR-SHZ-TN-19/11/2013

“Velvety, polished and poised, playing dark berry and cherry flavours against savoury notes, finishing with harmony. Drink now through 2017.”

HARVEY STEIMAN | 89 points - “Best Values” | Wine Spectator Jun 15, 2014