The wines in Yalumbas Distinguished Sites collection, including the Vine Vale, capture the true essence of specific, special sites. In th glass: Pale garnet. On the nose: Raspberry, cranberry, white pepper & vanilla. On the palate: Silky & smooth with a charming mix of red fruit, subtle pepper & dried herb notes, fine, velvety tannins & mouth-feel. A lighter, almost Pinot-like style of Grenache.

Pouring a gorgeous raspberry hue with aromas of fresh coriander and grated nutmeg. Silky in texture with a juicy palate comprising strawberries and blood orange. Partial whole bunch fermented delivering a subtle amount of warming spice to finish. Sam Wigan started out in the wine industry by working a vintage with his father at Peter Lehmann wines before heading to Geyser Peak in California. Returning to Australia with the winemaking bug, Sams style involves letting the varietal characteristics of the grapes shine through, by using natural/wild fermentation and malolactic fermentation, with minimal additions and no finings. Having a nice meal with friends and family is one of his favourite things, so he crafts the wines to be fun, drinkable and best enjoyed with food and good company. GOLD | Adelaide Royal Wine Show 2016.

A bright and playful nose, opening with spiced red cherry, red licorice, briar berries and cola. The palate is all supple tannins with perky fruit flavour. Soft, juicy and delicious.

Cherry red in then glass. Lifted dark fruits with savoury nuances, spices (cinnamon, nutmeg), and tarragon create a complex aromatic profile that distinctly showcases Moppa characteristics. Rich and powerful for a Grenache, the fruit spectrum showcases black cherry and plum, gliding effortlessly with a succulent natural acid drive. Oak flavours remain in the background, adding texture and creaminess. As with all Moppa wines, the ripe tannin profile adds structure and richness, providing a strong yet refined backbone. The addition of 5% Mataro further enhances the complexity with notes of bitter chocolate and smoked meat. A captivating wine that will improve with bottle age.