The ruggedly spectacular vineyards of Tasmania have proved themselves capable of producing such fine sparkling wine that many think them the most serious challenger to the great Champagnes. The traditional grapes of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir make this Distant South sparkling, a wine of finesse and complexity, of length and flavour. A Rich toastiness mingles with crisp apple notes, backed by a persistent creamy texture. A sparkling wine of outstanding quality.

This classic Riesling has crisp and racy finish with a slight touch of sweetness to balance the natural acidity.

This Merlot displays forest fruit and plum characters, dark chocolate flavours in the mouth, with a supple medium weight tannin finish. Being fruit off the older Robert Stein vineyard block that was planted back in 1989 has helped add complexity to this early drinking style.

This benchmark organic and preservative free Shiraz from Mudgee shows varietal spice and savoury cherry flavours. Best drunk when young to experience the lusciousness of the fruit.

This Shiraz from Robert Stein displays savoury fruit and nut characters, with spice and chocolate flavours in the mouth. A multi vineyard blend from 35 year old vines, this Shiraz is great for drinking now or cellar for 8-10 years.

A wine with distinct regional characters, Robert Stein Cabernet Sauvignon has core blackcurrant fruits and earthiness aromas on the nose. The deliciously ripe forest fruits and sweet spice fills the palate and the structured acidity and the grainy tannins add to a lengthy finish.

A beautiful French rosé in colour, the bouquet presents delicate notes of strawberries and red berries such asraspberries and fresh cherries. The palate dances nicely between fresh fruits, citrus characters and a lovely clean, crisp finish.

The Oatley family and Bob Oatley himself have had a long and distinguished career in the wine industry, having started back in the 1960s planting vines in the Hunter Valley. Today, the Wild Oats range of wines takes the traditional pursuit of winemaking and aligns it with the pusuit of innovation and excellence to create wines like this Wild Oats Sauvignon Blanc Semillon. Made in the traditional Classic Dry White mould, this Western Australian SBS is brimming with fresh and crisp fruit and typical grassy notes.

Fermentation begins in the winery before the part fermented juice is transferred to bottle to finish the job. Flavours of strawberries and cream with tart raspberry it has a persistent fizz that knows how to quench a thirst. A perfect match for sunshine and good times.