Mattinson Wine Reviews.
Every wine on this page scored 89/100 or better. Every wine was tasted, scored and written up by Campbell Mattinson. Every day, wines are rejected for publication – if it doesn't make the cut, it doesn't appear.
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The Hedonist Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2025
“It drinks like a charm… it feels authentic.” Campbell Mattinson’s 93-point review of The Hedonist Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2025 – a fresh, textural McLaren Vale GSM at $30.
The Hedonist Fiano 2025
“There’s nothing boring about this wine.” Campbell Mattinson’s 93-point review of The Hedonist Fiano 2025 – a character-laden McLaren Vale Fiano, wild yet composed.
Tapara Studio Collection Mountain Cat Red Blend 2024
A complex, savoury, peppery McLaren Vale Shiraz Cabernet blend – Campbell Mattinson’s 94-point review of Tapara Studio Collection Mountain Cat Red Blend 2024. Fine value at $36.
Tapara Studio Collection Walking Through Walls Red Blend 2024
“Smarter than your average bear.” Campbell Mattinson’s 93-point review of Tapara Walking Through Walls Red Blend 2024 – a complex, savoury McLaren Vale red blend, and high in value at $36.
Monterra Reserve Shiraz 2025
A luxurious, richly fruited McLaren Vale Shiraz – Campbell Mattinson's 94-point review of Monterra Reserve Shiraz 2025. Old-school in vibe, and 100% convincing.
Monterra Reserve Grenache 2025
"Love this wine." Campbell Mattinson's 94-point review of Monterra Reserve Grenache 2025 – a fragrant Blewitt Springs Grenache, and an absolute winner.
Monterra Reserve GSM 2025
"This is serious gear." Campbell Mattinson's 94-point review of Monterra Reserve GSM 2025 – a bold yet structural McLaren Vale GSM, drinking beautifully now.
Curtis Family Vineyards Limited Series Grenache 2022
A substantial, serious McLaren Vale Grenache – Campbell Mattinson's 93-point review of Curtis Family Vineyards Limited Series Grenache 2022. A serious piece of work.
Curtis Family Vineyards Limited Series Shiraz 2022
A big, bold, velvety McLaren Vale Shiraz – Campbell Mattinson's 92-point review of Curtis Family Vineyards Limited Series Shiraz 2022. For lovers of the full-throttle style.
Curtis Winery Terra Rossa Shiraz 2025
"It kicks deep and it kicks long." Campbell Mattinson's 93-point review of Curtis Winery Terra Rossa Shiraz 2025 – a hearty McLaren Vale Shiraz that offers plenty.
Bekkers Tome 2023
Savoury, fluid and beautiful — Campbell Mattinson's 93+ point review of Bekkers Tome 2023, a complex, drinkable McLaren Vale Cabernet-Shiraz blend.
Pirramimma The Descendant Shiraz 2022
A lush, saturated, old-school McLaren Vale Shiraz — Campbell Mattinson's 93+ point review of Pirramimma The Descendant Shiraz 2022.
Yangarra Ovitelli Grenache 2024
Yangarra’s Ovitelli Grenache 2024 is grown on 1946-planted bush vines, in McLaren Vale, and was made by the late Pete Fraser.
Yangarra Estate Vineyard Hickinbotham Clarendon Grenache 2024
"Modern, perfumed, complex and compelling." Campbell Mattinson's 95-point review of Yangarra Hickinbotham Clarendon Grenache 2024, from 1962 bush vines.
Thistledown’s This Charming Man Old Vine Grenache 2025
The follow-up to Halliday's Wine of the Year — Campbell Mattinson's 96-point review of Thistledown This Charming Man Grenache 2025, every bit as good as the 2024.
Allegiance Wines Local Legend McLaren Vale GSM 2022
Mattinson review of Allegiance Wines Local Legend McLaren Vale GSM 2022.
Curtis Family Vineyards Pasha Shiraz 2022
Mattinson review of Curtis Family Vineyards Pasha Shiraz 2022.
Paralian Marmont Vineyard Grenache 2025
So good you want to dive in and swim for the horizon. Plums, redcurrant, orange rind, licorice and ozone in a McLaren Vale grenache that Skye Salter and Charlie Seppelt should be proud of. 96 points.
Curtis Family Vineyards Cavaliere Shiraz 2022
“It’s gutsy, warm and svelte all at once.” Mattinson’s review of Curtis Family Vineyards Cavaliere Shiraz 2022.
