Yvonne Lorkin Wine Column for week beginning Sat Aug 12 2017

September 8, 2017By Yvonne

It’s hardly going to rip anyone’s knickers when I say that one man’s nectar may very well be another man’s engine cleaner. The same wine that sends your tastebuds spiralling into something tantric, might very well send your neighbour speeding to the spittoon. Wine is all about personal taste, it’s such an individual thing. When … Read More

Sileni Estates Sparkling Cuvée Pinot Gris NV $19 (2.5 stars)

September 8, 2017By Yvonne

I know packaging shouldn’t matter, but I really loathe those plastic ‘zork’ corks. The colour blue works on very few bottles and my eyes ache trying to digest more than 2 fonts on a label – but if you go beyond all the ‘busyness’ there’s actually an OK wine inside. Aromas of caramel apple brioche … Read More