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We received some 16.5 Baume Shiraz from Aldinga Beach (McLaren Vale) last weekend. An interesting vintage from many perspectives this year.

Patrik

Maybe that is the greatest aspect of Screwcaps, the quick and easy twist-off? Beware of your fingers though, the edge can be very sharp! My mind has drifted to possible legal issues..

Cheers,

Patrik

Hi Justin, The language of wine is not always well defined but once you learn what people are talking about it will become easier to understand others and describe wines yourself. Ripeness refers to the grapes whilst we perceive tannins in the mouth. Ripe or unripe tannins could therefore be interpr...

Gavin, The decision wasn't easy but the signs are there to suggest that Stelvin/ROTE/screwcaps are one of the best available closures at the moment. In terms of consumer confidence, bottling top of the line products in screwcap like Howard Park and Grossett have done, is commendable. Without opening...