{"title":"Secret Wine","description":"\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label is redacted, the winery it's from is redacted - but find the vital intel from key assets (reviews \/ scores \/ tasting notes) you need to take a punt on these (secret) incredible wines! Limited stock. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"secret-wine-hmvs14-mclaren-vale-shiraz-2014","title":"Secret Wine - #HMVS14 | McLaren Vale Shiraz 2014","description":"\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Shiraz\u003cbr\u003eRegion: McLaren Vale, SA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 14.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinge \u003c\/strong\u003e(1x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$65 \/ bottle (RRP $150 \/ 56% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Pack \u003c\/strong\u003e(3x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$50 \/ bottle (RRP $150 \/ 66% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"From block 222, contour-planted in 1971; destemmed and open fermented with thrice daily plunging; about 21 days on skins; matured in 100% new French oak barriques for 15 months. This is in a good place, still notably vibrant with dark berries, plum and anise, but it’s also positively developed, with a softness of texture, depth and sway, the oak soaked up, contributing but welling beneath the surface.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Halliday Wine Companion (Marcus Ellis)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"It’s pure silk. It tastes of plum, mint and peppercorn but it’s the creaminess of the oak, and the velvet of the fruit, that distinguishes it. That and the integration of said flavours with the wide sheet of tannin, and the eventual spread of flavour through the long finish. Even as a ten-year-old this is bold and primary; it’s just starting to enter its prime, though it will remain there for years.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"Full brick-red colour of an aged wine; the bouquet is peppery\/earthy and loaded with coconutty oak: even at this age it's quite evident. The wine is better balanced on palate, with the dry savouriness of age and quite mellow flavour and texture. Moderately long with a touch of elegance. An old-school style of shiraz that gives more pleasure where it matters, in the mouth.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47456979878146,"sku":"2201171","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Pack","offer_id":47456587612418,"sku":"2101171","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_HMVS14_53d40073-46ec-4cb9-a32e-488c46bf264a.jpg?v=1773268782"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-hmvcs14-mclaren-vale-cabernet-sauvignon-2014","title":"Secret Wine - #HMVCS14 | McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 2014","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eRegion: McLaren Vale, SA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 14.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinge \u003c\/strong\u003e(1x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$65 \/ bottle (RRP $150 \/ 56% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Pack \u003c\/strong\u003e(3x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$50 \/ bottle (RRP $150 \/ 66% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"From block 208, contour planted in '73; destemmed and some lightly crushed, with 21 days on skins; matured in 100% new French oak for 15 months. This is showing some maturity but still has fruit-forward notes and a lifted perfume, with tobacco, green peppercorns, tomato leaf and bay, along with Worcestershire sauce, crème de cassis, blackberry and currants. Tannins are still impactful, with more time, no doubt, bringing even more rewards.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Halliday Wine Companion (Marcus Ellis)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"From a contoured vineyard planted in 1973. Released as a 10-year-old. Matured in 100% new French oak. There are hay and cedarwood characters here, which help give the flavour profile some spread, but essentially the fruit here has soaked up its oak in the best of ways. This is an impressive 10-year-old wine. It tastes of fresh boysenberry, blackcurrant, decayed leaves, blonde tobacco and an array of secondary characters, leather and tangerine, earth and game. What’s really noticeable about this wine is the way it opens up in the glass; it starts off well, but it really blossoms as it breathes in the most wondrous of ways. It’s a gem of a wine, without question.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Campbell Mattinson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"Full brick-red colour with a tawny edge, showing its maturity; the bouquet is very mellow and complex, with roasting-pan aromas that belie lavish oak treatment. Truffle notes also appear, and there are intense red fruit flavours throughout the long palate, which is lively and vital. Delicious wine, the maturing of bottle-age has reaped rewards. A lovely glass of wine, ready to enjoy now but has quite a few years to go. Old-school and very well rendered.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Huon Hooke\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47456991346946,"sku":"2200565","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Pack","offer_id":47456570736898,"sku":"2100565","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_HMVCS14_4f10a3d2-5757-43e5-a4c6-5a386fdbe66e.jpg?v=1773268794"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-hbvus24-barossa-valley-shiraz-2024","title":"Secret Wine - #HBVUS24 | Barossa Valley Shiraz 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Shiraz\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Barossa Valley, SA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(1x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$30 \/ bottle (RRP $90 \/ 66% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase of 12 \u003c\/strong\u003e(12x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$20 \/ bottle (RRP $1,080 \/ 77% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 96pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"From aged dry-grown vines, ungrafted of course, fermentation is with whole berries in open vats, before maturation in old French oak barriques, on lees, for fifteen months. Purple\/mauve in colour, on the nose we have notes of bay leaves, cassis, chocolate, plums, vanilla, spices and mulberries. A wonderfully supple texture, there also hints of bacon fat emerging on the palate. The wine has serious length with bright acidity, impressive balance, good focus and satiny tannins on the finish. To be enjoyed over the next twelve to fifteen years.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 96pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"Opulent and sensually appealing, the pristine fruit richness is enhanced by seductive complexity, showing dark and purple-fruit intensity, toasted spice, vanilla, and cedary oak characters on the nose. It's fleshy and flavoursome, yet structured and robust, with velvety tannins, finishing impressively long and satisfying. At its best: now to 2039.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"The fruit here is both sweet and earthen; the oak is coffeed, toasty and beautifully integrated; the finish is run with black licorice. Peppercorn and violet notes fly here and there; everything about this wine is top notch. Feel, flavour and finish are all elite, as is structure, and there’s a bit of difference in play, courtesy of graphite and smoked floral characters. Drink to 2035+\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47684183621890,"sku":"2201285","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case of 12","offer_id":47684183654658,"sku":"2101285","price":240.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_HBVUS24.jpg?v=1777506222"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-hbvshs24-barossa-valley-shiraz-2024","title":"Secret Wine - #HBVSHS24 | Barossa Valley Shiraz 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Shiraz\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Barossa Valley, SA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(1x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$50 \/ bottle (RRP $150 \/ 66% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase of 12 \u003c\/strong\u003e(12x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$27.50 \/ bottle (RRP $1,800 \/ 81% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 97pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"There's a purity and vibrancy evident immediately on the nose from this exceptional shiraz from this wonderful season in the Barossa. It was fermented for three weeks with mostly whole berries and then matured for about eighteen months in largely older French oak barriques and just a tiny portion of new. Has a thoroughly delightful, highly fragrant aromatic of red fruits and a palate that almost moves into the medium-bodied zone before it comes crashing back with power and concentrated intensity, delivered with such wonderful, stylish elegance and poise. Thoroughly beautiful wine. Cellar 15 years.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Ray Jordan (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 96pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"Deep crimson-purple with a vibrant core. The bouquet is expressive, showing blackberry, plum and dark cherry with lifted notes of spice, florals and subtle oak. The palate is full-bodied and finely balanced, delivering concentrated dark fruits supported by polished tannins and fresh acidity. Layers of spice, mocha and subtle oak build through the mid-palate, finishing long, smooth and elegantly structured. Its balance of richness and finesse is a defining feature. A beautifully composed Shiraz combining depth, elegance and precision. ★★★★★ Refined and modern. Drink: 2026 to 2038.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Vino Masters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 96pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"This is impressively fruited and perfumed on the nose, with blackberry, violet, stylish oak, cinnamon, and dark cocoa aromas, leading to a concentrated palate with velvety texture and silky flow. Splendidly structured by layers of fine tannins, finishing with a great line and length. At its best: 2028 to 2040.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47684187193602,"sku":"2201286","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case of 12","offer_id":47684187226370,"sku":"2101286","price":330.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_HBVSHS24_624d54dd-1621-4f29-ac91-5a64f19dddf3.jpg?v=1777506143"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-hbvscs24-barossa-valley-shiraz-2024","title":"Secret Wine - #HBVSCS24 | Barossa Valley Shiraz 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Shiraz\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Barossa Valley, SA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(1x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$65 \/ bottle (RRP $450 \/ 85% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Pack\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(6x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$50 \/ bottle (RRP $2,700 \/ 88% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 98pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"It's seductively expressed on the nose, showing dark plum, blackberry, baking spice, potpourri, dark cocoa, and cedar aromas. The concentrated palate is both refined and plush, displaying outstanding weight and depth, wonderfully enhanced by seamlessly flowing mouthfeel and finely infused tannins. The wine combines exceptional fruit purity with alluring complexity, with a sustained, graceful finish. At its best: 2030 to 2044.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 98pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"Well, I had a suspicion this wine was going to be pretty damn good coming from what was a wonderful season in the Barossa. And to say that it hasn't disappointed is a supreme understatement. It comes from a barrel selection just before bottling, so what you're getting is the best of the best. Highly scented aromas of red fruits and plum, with a little raspberry-strawberry combination. The palate is quite sublime. It's smooth, it's effortless, it's integrated, and it powers through to a sustained finish with so much ease. This is class and polish, and it's a wine that is so well-structured and put together now that you can certainly enjoy it in the short term. But of course, its greatness will be exemplified with further aging. Cellar 20 years.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Ray Jordan (Wine Pilot)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 97pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"Deep inky purple with an almost opaque core. The bouquet is intensely concentrated and complex, revealing blackberry, plum and black cherry layered with dark chocolate, spice and finely integrated French oak. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with oak leading a powerful core of blackberry, blackcurrant and plum, supported by firm, structured tannins and balanced acidity. Layers of mocha, spice and cedar unfold through a deep, seamless mid-palate, finishing exceptionally long and persistent. Its precision, concentration and oak integration highlight its pedigree and cellaring potential. ★★★★★ Elite and powerful Barossa Shiraz. Drink: Now to 2045.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Vino Masters\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47684192469250,"sku":"2201287","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47684192502018,"sku":"2101287","price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_HBVSCS24_cc4faa41-e505-468d-84d7-ddfe7bfb213a.jpg?v=1777506110"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-wmrcs21-margaret-river-cabernet-sauvignon-2021","title":"Secret Wine - #WMRCS21 | Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon (92%), Cabernet Franc (8%)\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Margaret River, WA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 13.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(1x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$30 \/ bottle (RRP $40 \/ 25% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Pack\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(6x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$25 \/ bottle (RRP $240 \/ 37% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 94pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"It's seductively inviting on the nose with cassis, violet, bouquet garni and toasted almond characters. The palate offers ripe fruit intensity with beautifully flowing mouthfeel, well supported by layers of grainy tannins, finishing with a great line and length. Classically styled and highly appealing\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47686490063106,"sku":"2201290","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47686490095874,"sku":"2101290","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_WMRCS22_930d919e-2fa4-4297-8ac6-9f8f7b8b93ff.jpg?v=1777004944"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-wmrcf22-margaret-river-cabernet-franc-2022","title":"Secret Wine - #WMRCF22 | Margaret River Cabernet Franc 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. 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The must underwent a 3-day cold soak to blend intense colour and supple tannin from the skins. The must was pumped over up to 3 times per day during peak fermentation, with a single rack and a return to break up the cap and promote extraction. After a total of 16 days on skins, the wine was gravity-drained to neutral French oak and matured for 10 months prior to bottling.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Winery\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47686499500290,"sku":"2201291","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47686499533058,"sku":"2101291","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_WMRCF22_2278119d-ab28-4ff8-a1a1-95f115625e33.jpg?v=1777266310"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-wmrm21-margaret-river-malbec-2021","title":"Secret Wine - #WMRM22 | Margaret River Malbec 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Malbec\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Margaret River, WA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(1x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$30 \/ bottle (RRP $40 \/ 25% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Pack\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(6x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$25 \/ bottle (RRP $240 \/ 37% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"A terrific expression of the variety, showing dark fruit intensity, cake spice, charcuterie and hazelnut aromas on the nose. The concentrated palate delivers richness as well as firmness, leading to a lengthy, brooding finish. This is sumptuous with wonderful harmony and complexity.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47686510608642,"sku":"2201292","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47686510641410,"sku":"2101292","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_WMRM22_fc658800-c482-49aa-a92f-1bd903a6d7b5.jpg?v=1777004955"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-ymvem14-mclaren-vale-mouvedre-2014","title":"Secret Wine - #YMVEM14 | McLaren Vale Mouvedre 2014","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs for Products\" class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__BreadcrumbsStack\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__IconWithTitle\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__PageTitle\" id=\"page-title\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Mouvedre\u003cbr\u003eRegion: McLaren Vale, SA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 14.0%\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle Bottle RRP $35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Pack\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(6x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$15 \/ bottle (RRP $210 \/ 57% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 94pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"Fragrant, spicy, earthy, blackberries. Medium to full bodied, crisp, floral and earthy at once, grainy tannin, fresh and long to close. Super expression of Mataro. Spot on.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Gary Walsh (Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 93pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"Normally reserved for GSM, but in best years a small parcel made as a single varietal. Very attractive purple and red fruits; great flavour and supple mouthfeel.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: James Halliday\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47853134905602,"sku":"2101350","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_YMVEM14.jpg?v=1779756834"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-ymvb19-mclaren-vale-blanc-2019","title":"Secret Wine - #YMVB19 | McLaren Vale Blanc 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs for Products\" class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__BreadcrumbsStack\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__IconWithTitle\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__PageTitle\" id=\"page-title\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: White Blend - Grenache Blanc (74%), Clairette (6%), Roussanne (12%), Picpoul (5%), Bourboulenc (3%)\u003cbr\u003eRegion: McLaren Vale, SA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle Bottle RRP $35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Pack\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(6x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$15 \/ bottle (RRP $210 \/ 57% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 93pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"A highly esoteric blend of 74% grenache blanc, 12% roussanne, 6% clairaut, 5% picpoul and 3% bourbelenc that is winemaker [REDACTED]'s salute to the wines of centuries past. Lest anyone think the vinification is of similar natural antiquity, think again. It will grow rich and textured as it ages.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: James Halliday + Top 100 Wines of 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Summary\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 growing season was a very dry, which resulted in incredibly low yields. We had a relatively warm lead up to the ripening period, which produced a very condensed and fast harvest. These late ripening varieties faired very well in a season like this, giving rise to concentration, freshness of flavour and marked natural acidity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeology\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSandy Loam over clay, Sandy loam mottled with ironstone fragments over clay.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47853123174658,"sku":"2101351","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_YMVB19.jpg?v=1779756631"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-cahc24-adelaide-hills-chardonnay-2024","title":"Secret Wine - #CAHC24 | Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__BreadcrumbsStack\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs for Products\" role=\"navigation\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__IconWithTitle\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"page-title\" class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__PageTitle\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Chardonnay\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Adelaide Hills, SA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle Bottle RRP $60\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinge \u003c\/strong\u003e(1x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$40 \/ bottle (RRP $60 \/ 33% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Pack \u003c\/strong\u003e(6x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$30 \/ bottle (RRP $360 \/ 50% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"It's gorgeously composed and styled, showcasing golden peach, Gala apple, vanilla, roasted hazelnut, and biscotti aromas on the nose. The concentrated palate offers excellent weight and depth, complemented by a creamy texture and beautifully infused acidity, making it delectably appealing and highly enjoyable. At its best: now to 2032.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Sam Kim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBarrel selected from only the best performing parcels of Chardonnay from the exceptional 2024 vintage. A combination of hand harvesting with varying degrees of solids fermentation in 50% new and 50% second use French oak puncheons leads to an intriguing and complex Chardonnay.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47935373869314,"sku":"2201407","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47935373902082,"sku":"2101407","price":180.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_CAHC24.jpg?v=1780454331"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-cahpn24-adelaide-hills-pinot-noir-2024","title":"Secret Wine - #CAHPN24 | Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__BreadcrumbsStack\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs for Products\" role=\"navigation\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__IconWithTitle\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"page-title\" class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__PageTitle\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Pinot Noir\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Adelaide Hills, SA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 13.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle Bottle RRP $60\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinge \u003c\/strong\u003e(1x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$40 \/ bottle (RRP $60 \/ 33% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Pack \u003c\/strong\u003e(6x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$30 \/ bottle (RRP $360 \/ 50% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"Complex and seductively expressed, the bouquet shows sweet cherry, dried herb, cured meat, porcini, and roasted nut aromas. The palate is silky-smooth and finely flowing with rich fruit intensity and savoury nuances. Wonderfully structured by plush texture and layers of grainy tannins, finishing sturdy yet supple and satisfying. At its best: now to 2034.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Sam Kim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBarrel selected from only the best performing parcels of Pinot Noir from the exceptional 2024 vintage. A combination of whole bunch inclusion, extended maceration, different clonal material along with maturation in 50% New French oak puncheons leads an intriguing and complex wine best suited to medium term ageing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47935416041730,"sku":"2201406","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47935416074498,"sku":"2101406","price":180.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_CAHPN24.jpg?v=1780455045"},{"product_id":"secret-wine-cahcs19-adelaide-hills-cabernet-shiraz-2019","title":"Secret Wine - #CAHCS19 | Adelaide Hills Cabernet Shiraz 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ ONLINE EXCLUSIVE ]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop secret, top shelf wines at bargain prices. Winery is redacted, label is redacted, but find vital intel below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__BreadcrumbsStack\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs for Products\" role=\"navigation\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__IconWithTitle\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"page-title\" class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__PageTitle\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyle \/ Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon (59%), Shiraz (41%)\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Adelaide Hills, SA\u003cbr\u003eABV: 14.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSinge \u003c\/strong\u003e(1x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$50 \/ bottle (RRP $100 \/ 50% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Pack \u003c\/strong\u003e(6x 750ml)\u003cbr\u003e$25 \/ bottle (RRP $600 \/ 75% off)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.s. bottles will arrive completely un-redacted ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle Briefing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore: 95pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel: \u003cem\u003e\"This is solidly built with seductive complexity and multi-layered mouthfeel; the enticing bouquet shows crème de cassis, rich floral, cured meat and cigar box characters, followed by an impressively concentrated palate offering richness as well as refinement and sophistication. Firmly structured with chalky tannins, finishing superbly long and sturdy. At its best: now to 2036.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAsset: Sam Kim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBarrel selected from the most outstanding parcels from the 2019 vintage to create a uniquely Australian blend with a snapshot of a vintage in time. The Cabernet was destemmed only while the Shiraz saw 25% whole bunches added with the balance destemmed. Both parcels were cold soaked before fermentation and allowed to warm naturally before undergoing fermentation for two weeks in traditional open fermenters. The parcels were matured in a combination of new and seasoned French Oak for 18 months.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carwyn Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":47935529386242,"sku":"2201408","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47935529419010,"sku":"2101408","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/6149\/9906\/files\/SecretWine_CAHCS19.jpg?v=1780455057"}],"url":"https:\/\/carwyncellars.com.au\/collections\/secret-wine.oembed","provider":"Carwyn Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}