Seppelt Original Sparkling Shiraz Vintage has a nose that displays ripe refined Shiraz aromas with raspberry, cherry and spice supported by subtle oak. The palate is richly flavoured and velvety with soft effervescence and fine tannins. A classic sparkling Shiraz that is always a welcome addition to the Christmas table.

Sparkling shiraz is as Australian as anything, and one of the best value is from Seppelt, with the current vintage drinking superbly. Surprisingly soft and plump with ripe and giving tannins; while it's dry, there's some sweet fruit sensation on the palate that helps with dishes that have heat spikes and spice, especially Indian. Lots of plum fruit, spice and earthy notes, too, with fine acid and the fizz hit offers a refreshing lift.

Jacob's Creek Chardonnay Pinot Noir Sparkling is the favourite of many Fine Wine Managers at Dan Murphy's as the ultimate "party" sparkling wine. Jacob's Creek Chardonnay Pinot Noir consistently out shines the more expensive opposition for freshness and vibrancy. The citrus and toasted cashew flavours of Chardonnay are married beautifully to the fresh bread crust characters of Pinot Noir.

Along with its award winning sister, the Jacob's Creek Sparkling Moscato Rosé shows sweet notes of strawberry and red berry flesh with soft, zingy acidity and spritz. A very crowd friendly bubbly.

De Bortoli Prosecco is sourced from Victoria's King Valley - known as Little Italy given many Italian migrants have become multi-generational winemakers in the area. The sparkling wine tastes of apple and pear with fresh pithy lemon, gentle creaminess, complete with the very fine bubbles. Great on its own or shared with food.

Henkell is one of the world's most popular sparklings and one with a long and proud history. The classic Henkell Trocken is fresh and fruity with hints of ripe pear and green apple. A crisp clean and lively finish.

Pretty in pink with an abundance of fine bubbles, Maschio Prosecco Rose stands out with its intense yeast character in a palate driven by strawberry and raspberry flavours. Wrapped in fragrances of rose and violets, this beauty definitely makes an elegant addition to any event.

Maschio's Prosecco is produced in the area of Treviso, north of Venice. The wine is light straw yellow with a lively froth followed by a nose full of strong candid fruit and sweet flower hints. The taste is very pleasant with an aromatic aftertaste. Excellent as an aperitif and also is ideal throughout the entire meal.

A very clever inquisitive character with that glint in his eye, a spring in his step and his exquisite taste and appreciation for the finer things in life, he's never without a "feather out of place" except for when he finds those "shiny treasures" that make life that little bit more interesting. Aromas and flavours of a ripe, fresh and plush textured wine with apple, quince and citrus at the core, some textures from lees and wood spices then a nut and citrus peel quality. Moderate weight and intensity. Value French chardy.