Northern Tasmania is widely known for the quality of sparkling wine produced in the cool climate region, with the first 1995 vintage of Pirie doing much to establish this reputation. Now a new chapter is born with Pirie NV Sparkling - A full flavoured cuvýe from a blend of chardonnay and pinot noir, boasting complexity and freshness. A vibrant lemony acidity with a full and rich mid-palate leads to slaty, mineral finish.

Brilliant straw-yellow with green reflections, fine and persistent perlage. The nose is markedly fruity and aromatic showing notes of apple and white stone fruits. The palate shows enticing fresh apple and pear fruit, and is wonderfully creamy and full with a pleasant fruity aftertaste. Serve well chilled as an aperitivo with a range of antipasto such as scampi crostini, salt and pepper squid, fresh asparagus frittata, polenta chips and Prosciutto Crudo with melon or fresh figs. Following the hand harvest, the grapes are gently pressed and left to settle prior to a carefully controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats. Re-fermentation is via the Charmat method in stainless steel tanks (closed under pressure) at programmed temperatures and with selected yeasts for a minimum of 60 days. The dosage is 12 gms/L with a natural acidity of 7 gms/L. BiancaVigna was founded by Elena and Enrico Moschetta in 2004 from the encounter of two families with the same passion for quality wines and good food: the Moschettas (wines producers in San Gallo since 1903) and the Cuzziols (agro food merchants since 1920). Biancavigna manages 12 hectares of vineyards located in 3 different areas: Conegliano, Pieve di Soligo and Felettano close to Valdobbiadene. Each vineyard contributes its own unique character, structure and minerality to the finished wines. Following the hand harvest, the grapes are gently pressed and left to settle prior to a carefully controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats. Re-fermentation is via the Charmat method in stainless steel tanks (closed under pressure) at programmed temperatures and with selected yeasts for a minimum of 60 days. The dosage is 12 gms/L with a natural acidity of 7 gms/L.

Fruity and flowery bouquet with delicate notes of unripe golden apple and small mountain flowers. The flavour is dry, fresh and zesty, with a fruity and harmonious aftertaste.

This wine is a light straw colour with lime hues. The nose explodes from the glass with sweet sherbet, lemon, lime and jasmine aromas. Yeasty and earthy characters add complexity, with added brioche notes. The palate is creamy and refreshing zingy with lemon, lime acidity. The wine has lovely length and softness with a touch of sweetness but a long dry finish. Serve with Sydney rock oysters or lightly grilled scallops topped with lemon zest.

Made in the traditional style, handpicked bunches were fermented on skins and gently basket pressed. flavoursome, fruit dominant wine with cool climate spiciness.