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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UMAMU Estate Chardonnay 2025
A crisp yet flavoursome Margaret River Chardonnay – Campbell Mattinson's 92+ point review of UMAMU Estate Chardonnay 2025. Good now, better with a couple more years.
UMAMU Estate Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2005
Over 20 years old and still drinking beautifully – Campbell Mattinson's 93-point review of UMAMU Estate Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2005, a remarkably fresh aged Margaret River white.
Vignerons Schmölzer & Brown Thorley MT Sparkling Nebbiolo 2023
"A revolution in a bottle." Campbell Mattinson's 95-point review of Schmölzer & Brown Thorley MT Sparkling Nebbiolo 2023 – a rare, buoyant, traditional-method sparkling Nebbiolo from Beechworth.
Brand & Sons Bluebirds Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc 2024
A fresh, minty, well-structured Coonawarra Cabernet at $25 – Campbell Mattinson's 90-point review of Brand & Sons Bluebirds Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc 2024. Recommended.
Vignerons Schmölzer & Brown Thorley Chardonnay 2024
"There's nothing cookie-cutter about it." Campbell Mattinson's 95-point review of Schmölzer & Brown Thorley Chardonnay 2024 – a light yet powerful Beechworth Chardonnay.
Woodvale Sharegarden Shiraz 2023
A fleshy, easy-drinking $25 Clare Valley Shiraz at 90 points — Campbell Mattinson's review of Woodvale Sharegarden Shiraz 2023. Value.
Vignerons Schmölzer & Brown Brunnen Pinot Noir 2024
A light, cool-tempered, savoury Beechworth Pinot – Campbell Mattinson's 93-point review of Schmölzer & Brown Brunnen Pinot Noir 2024. Fresh and delicate, complex and lovely.
Vignerons Schmölzer & Brown Monopole Syrah 2025
"A shiraz painted in water-colours." Campbell Mattinson's 93-point review of Schmölzer & Brown Monopole Syrah 2025 – a light, refreshing Beechworth Syrah.
Vignerons Schmölzer & Brown Obstgarten Riesling Selection 2025
A skin-worked, off-dry Spätlese-style King Valley Riesling – Campbell Mattinson's 94-point review of Schmölzer & Brown Obstgarten Riesling Selection 2025. Delicious and more.
Vignerons Schmölzer & Brown Obstgarten Riesling K 2025
"One of the more delicious wines you could hope to come across." Campbell Mattinson's 95-point review of Schmölzer & Brown Obstgarten Riesling K 2025 – an off-dry King Valley Riesling.
Brand & Sons The Rebellion Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
"A fresh take on Coonawarra cabernet." Campbell Mattinson's 89-point review of Brand & Sons The Rebellion Cabernet Sauvignon 2024 – minty, food-friendly, and $30.
Brand & Sons Night Owls Shiraz Malbec 2023
A fresh, food-friendly Coonawarra Shiraz Malbec – Campbell Mattinson's 89-point review of Brand & Sons Night Owls Shiraz Malbec 2023. It needs food to shine.
Vignerons Schmölzer & Brown Brunnen Chardonnay 2024
"Unusual chardonnay, in the best of ways." Campbell Mattinson's 96-point review of Schmölzer & Brown Brunnen Chardonnay 2024 – a savoury, effortless Beechworth Chardonnay.
Robert Mondavi Winery The Estates Oakville Fumé Blanc 2021
"Why don't I drink this kind of wine more often?" Campbell Mattinson's 93-point review of Robert Mondavi Oakville Fumé Blanc 2021 – an elegant Napa white with real style.
Vignerons Schmölzer & Brown Thorley Riesling 2024
"Smashing riesling… a killer wine." Campbell Mattinson's 96-point review of Schmölzer & Brown Thorley Riesling 2024 – an intense, textural Beechworth Riesling.
Moppity Atrius Single Vineyard Albarino 2024
"A truly lovely wine." Campbell Mattinson's 93+ point review of Moppity Atrius Single Vineyard Albariño 2024 – a soft, pure Hilltops Albariño for a changing climate.
Purple Hands Planta Circa Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
"Barossa Valley cabernet in top form." Campbell Mattinson's 95-point review of Purple Hands Planta Circa Cabernet Sauvignon 2024 – rich and plush, yet neat and balanced.
Moppity Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
"It's a pretty cabernet, in a way." Campbell Mattinson's 94-point review of Moppity Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 – a Hilltops Cabernet drinking beautifully now.
Moppity Atrius Riesling 2025
"A little bit exotic, and very good." Campbell Mattinson's 93-point review of Moppity Atrius Riesling 2025 – an intense Canberra District Riesling from Murrumbateman.
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.
