Some wines consumed at a friend’s birthday; 1981 Louis Roederer Cristal Vigorous bead. Honey, nutty, quince and oxidative notes on the nose. Just enough acid to give the palate some life but there isn’t a great deal of complexity. This bottle would...

A few food photos from a dinner put on by Ultimo Wine Centre at Bentley Restaurant & Bar, comparing (one of my favourite) Australian wine producers Clonakilla with wines from the very well respected French producer Cuilleron. I’ll try to put some...

Service: Friendly Food: Very good overall - a couple of excellent courses, a couple great and a one not to my taste Value: About $120 a head all up including corkage, coffee and tip. Glassware: Good Wine list: Had a quick glance but we brought our...