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Glaetzer among Top 20 South Aussie Wineries!
Glaetzer picked as one of the best...
Matthew Jukes, Decanter Magazine, UK | more |
 
Amon-Ra 08: Rich and voluptuous
Liquid seduction...
Gary Walsh, The Wine Front.com | more |
 
Wallace 08: Chewy satisfaction
full bodied, creamy & round...
Gary Walsh, The Wine Front.com | more |
 
Anaperenna 07: Jeremy Oliver
A wine with richness, length and balance...
Jeremy Oliver, The Australian Wine Annual 2010 | more |
 
Bishop 07: Jeremy Oliver
... A pleasingly long palate of charming fruit...
Jeremy Oliver, The Australian Wine Annual 2010 | more |
 
Wallace 07: Jeremy Oliver
Velvet smooth, generous and approachable...
Jeremy Oliver, The Australian Wine Annual 2010 | more |
 
07 Wallace: Soft and supple palate
Testament to Glaetzer's skill in crafting world-class good-value wines...
Anthony Giglio, Food & Wine Magazine: Wine Guide 2010 (USA) | more |
 
Bishop 07: Full bodied and hugely textured
A rich, luscious and concentrated cellar dweller...
Vic Harradine, winecurrent.com | more |
 
07 Wallace: Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
An elegant seamless quality to this wine...
Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar, USA | more |
 
Bishop 07: Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
Strong spicy character and supple texture...
Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar, USA | more |
 
06 Anaperenna: Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
Impressively lively for such a concentrated wine...
Josh Raynolds, Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, USA | more |
 
Anaperenna 07: Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
strikingly pure and long..
Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar, USA | more |
 
Amon-Ra 07: Tanzers' International Wine Cellar
Built to age but offers a lot of complexity right now
Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar, USA | more |
 
Wallace 07: Older vines bring richness and complexity
Complexity worthy of every high rating it has received...
Al Spoklie, pgcitizen.ca (Prince George Citizen, Canada) | more |
 
Glaetzer in Gold Book
There's a lot to admire in Ben Glaetzer's mix of richness and freshness..
Rob Geddes MW, Australian Wine Vintages 2010 | more |
 
Anaperenna 06: Consistent Star Quality
Rich and lush, the flavours and tannins in complete harmony
GT Wine tasting panel, Gourmet Traveller Wine, AUS | more |
 
Wallace 2007: Wine Spectator Insider
Bright and lively, with a fresh feel...
Harvey Steiman, Wine Spectator Insider, USA | more |
 
Bishop 2007 one of the '100 Best Australian Wines of 2009'
Bishop 07 makes the hotly contested list
Matthew Jukes, 100 Best Australian Wines 2009 | more |
 
Anaperenna 07 one of the '100 Best Australian Wines of 2009'
"This must be one of Ben's greatest releases to date"
Matthew Jukes, 100 Best Australian Wines 2009 | more |
 
The Wine Advocate: Amon-Ra 2007
Super-rich, dense, yet surprisingly light on its feet... 96-99 Points
Dr Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate USA. Issue 181 | more |
 
The Wine Adovcate USA: Anaperenna 2007
...excellent balance, and a long, fruit-filled finish. 95 Points
Dr Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate USA, Issue 181 | more |
 
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: Bishop 2007
Opulent wine with tons of succulent blue fruit... 93 Points
Dr Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate USA, Issue 181 | more |
 
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: Wallace 2007
...an elegant personality... excellent value... 90 Points
Dr Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate USA. Issue 181 | more |
 
Anaperenna 2006: Seasonal Sipping
"Every festive dinner table demands a serious bottle of red..."
David Sly, SALife Magazine | more |
 
Bishop 2006: Wine of the Week - LA Times
"Bold can also be elegant..."
Kirk McKoy, Los Angeles Times | more |
 
Anaperenna Wins Gold at Barossa Wine Show
Dry Red Blend category
Barossa Wine Show 2008 | more |
 
Anaperenna has star quality...
Anaperenna rates highly in tasting of "star quality wines"
Sophie Otton, Gourmet Traveller Wine | more |
 
Bishop 2006: The James Halliday review
Built in typical luscious Glaetzer style.
James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2009 | more |
 
Wallace 2006 - The James Halliday review
...attractive red cherry and raspberry fruits...
James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2009 | more |
 
Anaperenna 2006 - the James Halliday review
...plush tannins woven throughout...
James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2009 | more |
 
Amon-Ra 2006: the James Halliday review
...tannin and oak are note overdone, nor is the alcohol...
James Halliday, The Australian Wine Companion 2009 | more |
 
Wallace 2006: Generous and Juicy
...smooth flavour and texture...
Ralph Kyte-Powell, The Age: Epicure | more |
 
Anaperenna 2006: Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
...beautifully balanced blend...
Josh Raynolds, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar | more |
 
Amon-Ra 2006: Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
This is the style that made the Barossa Famous
Josh Raynolds, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar | more |
 
Wallace 2006 - Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
fully absorbed tannins and good bite...
Josh Raynolds, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar | more |
 
Bishop 2006: Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
Combines depth with vivacity...
Josh Raynolds, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar | more |
 
Wallace label a Winner!
Glaetzer Wallace wins "Best Red Bottle" Trophy
Boutique Wine Packaging Awards | more |
 
Glaetzer Bishop 2006
...underpinned by a sense of restraint...
Patrick Haddock, Foodinfocus.com.au | more |
 
Jancis Robinson's review: Wallace 06
Wonderfully drinkable, with suprising lightness of touch...
Jancis Robinson, www.jancisrobinson.com | more |
 
Jancis Robinson's review: Bishop 06
Long and powerful and contained
Jancis Robinson, www.jancisrobinson.com | more |
 
Jancis Robinson's review: Anaperenna 06
Rich in fruit, firm in structure, but so fluent across the palate...
Jancis Robinson, www.jancisrobinson.com | more |
 
Jancis Robinson's review: Amon-Ra 06
...This is what I call top-of-the-range Australian Shiraz...
Jancis Robinson, www.jancisrobinson.com | more |
 
Anaperenna wins Decanter Trophy: Best Australian Red Blend over 10 Pounds
Decanter World Wine Awards 2008
Decanter Magazine | more |
 
Spectator Selections - New Releases - Wallace Shiraz Grenache 2006
Crisp and lively...
Harvey Steiman, Wine Spectator | more |
 
2006 Bishop Shiraz
...classy complex Barossa red...
Mike Frost, The Courier Mail | more |
 
Amon-Ra 2006: Indulge Yourself
Deliciously smooth...
Huon Hooke, The Sydney Morning Herald: Good Living | more |
 
Glaetzer Wallace Shiraz Grenache 2005 - Cellier Magazine review
"smooth and generous"
Cellier - The Société des alcools du Québec (SAQ) | more |
 
Glaetzer Anaperenna Shiraz Cabernet 2006 : Advertiser Top 100 Wines
...plenty of complexity and intensity...
Adelaide Advertiser Top 100 Wines, The Advertiser | more |
 
Godolphin 05: Wine Enthusiast review
Imbued with layers of dark fruit...
Joe Czerwinski, Wine Enthusiast | more |
 
Wallace 06: Wine Enthusiast review
Silky texture is a treat...
Joe Czerwinski, Wine Enthusiast | more |
 
Amon-Ra 05: Wine Enthusiast review
A beautiful marriage of drinkability and ageability...
Joe Czerwinski, Wine Enthusiast | more |
 
Amon-Ra 06: Wine Enthusiast review
Lush and long on the finish
Joe Czerwinski, Wine Enthusiast | more |
 
Anaperenna 06: Wine Enthusiast review
Lush chocolaty layers of dark fruit...
Joe Czerwinski, Wine Enthusiast | more |
 
Glaetzer 2006 Bishop Shiraz
...it's pure and fresh and drinking wonderfully.
Tony Love, The Advertiser | more |
 
Glaetzer Amon-Ra 2006 - The Wine Advocate
Rating: 97 - 100 points
Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate, Issue # 173, October 31st 2007 | more |
 
Glaetzer Anaperenna 2006 - The Wine Advocate
Rating: 94-97 points
Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate, Issue # 173, October 31st 2007 | more |
 
Glaetzer Bishop 2006 - The Wine Advocate
Rating: 92-94 points
Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate, Issue # 173, 31st October 2007 | more |
 
Glaetzer Wallace 2006 - The Wine Advocate
Rating: 91-94 points
Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate, Issue # 173, October 31st 2007 | more |
 
Glaetzer Wallace 2005 - The Wine Advocate
Rating: 92 points
Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate, Issue #173, October 31st 2007 | more |
 
Godolphin 2005: The James Halliday Review
...achieves lusciousness, length and intensity of flavour...
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2008 | more |
 
Amon-Ra Unfiltered Shiraz 2005: The James Halliday Review
Rich and voluptuous wine...
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2008 | more |
 
Glaetzer Wallace Shiraz Grenache 2005: The James Halliday Review
In typical Glaetzer style, and better than many...
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2008 | more |
 
Glaetzer Wallace Shiraz Grenache 2005: Wine Spectator Insider Review
...generous mouthfull of blackberry and cherry...
Harvey Steiman, Wine Spectator Insider | more |
 
2005 Glaetzer Amon-Ra Shiraz awarded Gold Medal
International Wine Challenge - Gold Medal Winner
The Barossa Herald | more |
 
International Wine Cellar Review
...aromatic array of sexy red and dark berry scents...
Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar | more |
 
2005 Godolphin: rich, smooth and fleshy
Lashings of chocolate and mocha...
Huon Hooke, Sydney Morning Herald: Good Living Magazine | more |
 
2005 Amon-ra: Smooth & Spicy
...depth and impressive detail...
Marvin R. Shanken, Wine Spectator Insider | more |
 
2004 Godolphin - Top Ten Wines of the Year
...truly outstanding & great value for money
Grant Dodd, Australian Golf Digest | more |
 
Gismondi reviews Glaetzer Wines
Rich opulent vanilla, licorice and black cherry...
Anthony Gismondi, Wine Access | more |
 
Australia's Top 100 Wines 2006
Godolphin & Bishop in the top 100...
The Advertiser | more |
 
James Halliday's top 100
Rich black fruits, licorice and mocha...
James Halliday, James Halliday's top 100 | more |
 
Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book 2007
Glaetzer Wines Barossa Valley, well known, highly reputed...
Hugh Johnson, Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book 2007 | more |
 
The Australian Wine Journal 2007
Glaetzer 2004 Review
Jeremy Oliver, The Australian Wine Annual | more |
 
The 2004 Glaetzer Wallace has won gold at the Decanter World Wine Awards.
GOLD - Glaetzer Wallace Shiraz Grenache 2004, Barossa Valley
Decanter - World Wine Awards | more |
 
Robert M. Parker, Jr.'s The Wine Advocate
...full bodied power, great definition & lovely elegance....
Robert M Parker, The Wine Advocate | more |
 
Halliday awards Glaetzer 5 stars
Lucious and rich with cascades of black fruits
James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2007 Edition | more |
 
Ben already makes it big
Young wine maker Ben Glaetzer has chalked up major achievements
Valmai Hankel, The Adelaide Review | more |
 
Press Release: Godolphin declared The Great Australian Red
Ben Glaetzer's stunning shiraz-cabernet blend, Godolphin 2004, has emerged a clear winner from the first of The Great Australian Red wine competitions.
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Tanzer rates the Glaetzer 04s
2004 Glaetzer Bishop ..one for the cellar..
Josh Reynolds, Stephen Tanzer's International Cellar | more |
 
Relative Values: Colin & Ben Glaetzer
'..Glaetzer is one of the stars of the evening, and his wines make quite an impression, too. At just 28 he has already enjoyed the kind of success most winemakers only dream of...'
Joe Breen, The Irish Times | more |
 
Wines To Inspire
"...GLAETZER WINES is at the forefront of the new wave.."
James Halliday, Decanter Magazine | more |
 
Heard it on the grapevine: Ben Glaetzer
We all know about Max Shubert, the creator of Grange. Most people have heard of Peter Lehmann, Vanya Cullen and their contemporaries. But what are the names we should be watching now....
Jane Faulkner, The Age - Epicure | more |
 
Ben Glaetzer named as a Wine Personality of the Year 2005 by Parker
"...exquisite talent for accessing fabulous vineyards and turning out world-class wines.."
Robert M. Parker Jnr, The Wine Advocate Issue # 162 | more |
 
Young Aussie Winemaker on the Rise
Who was the next Wolf Blass? The next Peter Lehman? One name-Ben Glaetzer- immediately popped to mind for Hooke, a renowned judge, author and wine writer.
Shelley Boettcher , Wine Access - Editorial Note | more |
 
Ben Glaetzer - the real story of the prodigal son of Australian shiraz
"The idea is that it's not about those short term credits, it's about people seeing that you have integrity, that you believe in what you're doing, and that no matter what happens along the way, you're going to stick to what you set out to do, which is to make wine that you yourself believe to be good, and to encourage loyalty."
Campbell Mattinson, Wine Front Monthly | more |
 
Ben Glaetzer - Youngest Barossa Baron
PRESS RELEASE
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A tale from the Heartlands - The rise and rise of Ben Glaetzer
"...Ben Glaetzer seems to have a magic touch, with a string of awards for wines across the Glaetzer and Heartland ranges.."
Tom Cannavan, www.wine-pages.com | more |
 
Jancis Robinson meets Colin Glaetzer
Jancis is taken on a tour of the Barossa Valley by Colin Glaetzer. Also features extended tasting notes on current & previous vintages.
Jancis Robinson, The UK Financial Times & Jancis Robinsons' website | more |
 
Ben Glaetzer - 'Barossa Valley Young Gun'
A new generation is bringing energy and enthusiasm to traditional regions across South Australia - especially the Barossa Valley. ANTHONY ROSE meets the young guns.
Anthony Rose, Wine International South Australia Supplement | more |
 
The Generation Game
To call Ben Glaetzer up-and-coming would fail to do justice to the already considerable achievements of this dynamic 27-year-old
Anthony Rose, The Indepedent Newspaper, UK | more |
 
Great Wine Route
Father and son Colin and Ben Glaetzer are fast making a name for their premium reds - subtle, elegant, yet rich and powerful wines
Jill Norman, Decanter Magazine | more |
 
Young Guns
Glaetzer is the perfect example of this new coterie of winemaker-entrepreneurs.
Adam Letchmere, Decanter Magazine | more |
 
Ben Glaetzer's corker prize
Dynamic winemaker Ben Glaetzer has won the prestigious Qantas Medal
Press Release | more |
 
Glaetzers nominated for Winemaker of the Year
Father and son winemakers Colin Glaetzer and Ben Glaetzer say they're honoured
Press Release | more |
 
Winemaker of the year Nominees
It's hard to deny - winemaking is in the Glaetzer blood
Sophie Otton, Australian Gourmet Traveller WINE | more |
 
Top two wines in "Best of Barossa" Tasting
Glaetzer Shiraz blitzed the competition in a recent "Best of Barossa Shiraz" tasting for Australian Gourmet Traveller WINE magazine
Press Release | more |
 
Glaetzer and Heartland Wines fly First Class
Glaetzer Wines and Heartland Wines have received a glowing endorsement from two prestigious international airlines
Press Release | more |
 
Wine in the Blood
The Glaetzer brand stands for red wines only, with the emphasis firmly on premium Barossa shiraz.
Huon Hooke, Sydney Morning Herald | more |
 
Colin Glaetzer: the latest red Baron of the Barossa
Barossa winemaker Colin Glaetzer has been honoured with life membership to the invitation-only Barons of the Barossa wine fraternity.
Press Release | more |
 
Glaetzer named "Emerging Star"
Glaetzer Wines has been named as an "emerging star" in the latest edition of wine investment bible, Langton's Australian Fine Wine Guide.
Press Release | more |
 
 
 
 
 



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