Kevin McCarthy re-wrote the pinot grigio rules. Pioneering the planting of the unknown (at the time) Italian grape variety in Victoria’s cool climate in the 1980s saw the variety boom. Now mainstream, here is another progressive take by Kevin. Zippy and bright, enjoy effortless tones of lemon, pear and honey, metered by a subtle saline edge.

Vibrant and bright. An elegant bouquet featuring layers of black fruit with hints of tobacco and spice. Black cherry and cassis fruit engulfs the palate. Riding on rich silky tannin the wine finishes with subtle cedar and vanilla bean nuances.

Vavasour Pinot Gris displays a richly structured palate featuring layers of crisp fruit, backed by hints of ginger and the long mineral finish typical of the Awatere Valley.

For more than 20 years De Bortoli have offered bottle quality wines in the convenience of a cask. Here is the Old Tawny that is deep tawny brown in colour with a nose of complex mocha and rancio. The palate has an attractive nutty flavour with a complex aged complexity.

Family owned Villa Maria Estate has been rated as New Zealands

Succulent aromas of apricot nectar, the palate displays luscious sweet marmalade and butterscotsh fruit, balanced with a crisp acid finish.

Lake Hayes wines by Amisfield are made in an early drinking style with a fresh, fruity appeal. Aromas of pear, quince and lifted floral notes with a hint of spice. The palate is lively with white flesh stone fruit characters balanced with just a hint of residual sugar.

The latest edition to the alrady popular La Famiglia range from Trentham Estate, this Vermentino stood out from the crowd when our Tasting Panel gave it the once over. Fantastically fresh and appealing on the nose with intriguing hints of aniseed. The palate has a superb texture and weight that will have you coming back again and again.

De Bortoli have been the market leader in cask wine quality for decades now. With a philosophy to deliver unrivalled wine quality in an affordable pack, wines like this Pinot Grigio in a 4L cask continue to hit our shelves. Wonderful notes of nashi pear and white flowers are evident along with long, crisp finish that is sometimes can be elusive at this price.

De Bortoli are the market leaders for premium quality cask wines here in Australia and here is a great example why. A fresh, vibrant and fruity style Semillon Chardonnay that has delicious lemon, lime and white peach flavours with a creamy texture and crisp acidity.