Hugh Hamilton

Jim Jim The Down-Underdog Shiraz 2019

8.9

Always suspect of ‘cute’ labels. But this is pretty tasty for an inexpensive Aussie Shiraz. Lots of fruit- strawberry- a bit of white pepper- light tannins- 14%. Would be a nice cook out wine. Hard to dislike. — 6 days ago

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Jim Barry

The Lodge Hill Clare Valley Shiraz 2011

Sarah Etty

9.8

Love it - dry, dense, spicy and savoury. Just what I like! — 7 months ago

Linden

Claret Red Bordeaux Blend 2016

Laura Purdy

9.0

This is a beautiful Bordeaux blend from the brilliant Jim Law. — 4 years ago

Vanessa, Sharon and 8 others liked this

Clendenen Family Vineyards

Le Bon Climat Aligoté 2019

Eric Urbani

9.1

I believe this is a relatively new project for Jim - great execution as always — 5 years ago

Eric, Keaton and 22 others liked this

David L

Need to try

Jim Barry

The McRae Wood Clare Valley Shiraz 2017

Mary H

9.0

Got that cheerful New World round red fruit and chocolate thang. — 10 days ago

Jim Clendenen

Estate Bottled Au Bon Climat La Bauge Au-dessus Pinot Noir 2015

Ericsson

9.4

This isn’t your average Pinot Noir. No, this is the kind of wine that slinks into the room with quiet confidence, drops a sharp one-liner, and makes you question everything you thought you knew about wine. Unpretentious but impeccably crafted, with just the right amount of attitude. On the palate, the fruit—cherries, raspberries, and plums—is vibrant, alive, like it’s been plucked at the peak of its existence. But then comes the earth: a bit of cedar, a dash of spice, and that elusive minerality that makes you wonder if you’re drinking wine or walking through a misty vineyard at dawn.

The acidity? Razor-sharp but not overwhelming. It’s like the sarcastic friend who keeps you grounded. The tannins are there, smooth and silky.

And the finish? Long. Real long. Like the kind of story you hope never ends, full of fruit, spice, and a faint echo of oak. — 3 months ago

Jan, Paul and 10 others liked this