The Vérité La Joie Sonoma Valley Cabernet Blend 2006 is a masterpiece from the renowned Jackson Family Wines, hailing from the picturesque Sonoma Valley in the United States. This vintage exudes elegance and complexity, with a deep ruby color that hints at the concentrated flavors within. On the nose, aromas of blackcurrant, plum, and dark chocolate dominate, with subtle hints of cedar and clove adding layers of depth. On the palate, this full-bodied wine boasts rich flavors of blackberry, cherry, and espresso, complemented by velvety tannins and a touch of spice. The finish is long and lingering, leaving an impression of finesse and balance. Aged for 23 months in French oak barrels, this wine is a true representation of the terroir and is best enjoyed with hearty meat dishes or aged cheeses. A true gem from Sonoma Valley, the Vérité La Joie 2006 is a must-try for any wine connoisseur.

Flavours and textures that are both lingering and vibrant. A crafted wine of elegance.

This wine is made with Pinot Noir fruit grown on some spectacular vineyard sites in the Yarra Valley, comprising predominantly MV6 clone, with some 114 and 115. Pacha Mama use minimal additives or fining and aim to let the fruit shine through rather than clobbering all over it with heavy oak use or commercial wine-making techniques. Flavours of sour cherry and wild strawberries carry on to the palate complexed by a savoury spice and intriguing earthiness that lingers long after the last mouthful.

Martinborough is considered by many as the home of Pinot Noir - not only in New Zealand but the 'New World' in general. It is hard to argue when wines like this are produced. Pinot Noir superstar, Larry McKenna, hand-crafts a wine that is overflowing with perfumed black, red and green fruit flavours that are all in harmony with the mid-weighted palate. Textured oak and fine-grained tannin give a nod to the fact that this wine will age gracefully for a decade or more. A stunning benchmark.

Intense berry and red cherry aromas vibrant lend themselves to the palate of dark berry and cherry with subtle hints of dry herbs and silky soft graceful tannins.

Pegasus Bay is a small family owned winery producing some of New Zealand's best wines, this Pinot and a stunning Sauvignon Blanc Semillon are amongst them. A deep, compelling and multi-faceted Pinot Noir it displays supple, ripe tannins. Drink now or lay it down.

Bream Creek Pinot Noir from Southern Tassie is big and ripe with gentle pepper nuances. Punchy, dried dark stone fruits, fruit cake and dark roasted herbs are present while the palate rolls out very ripe tannins that swerve from side to side, bringing rich plum flavour and a big juicy finish.