Fortified wines were perfected in the 1700s and were popular as they were able to withstand long sea journeys. A wine becomes fortified when a neutral spirit is added during the fermentation process. There are many different types of fortified wines including Tawny, Port, Apera, Sherry, Muscat and other fortifieds. Common flavours include ginger, toasted hazelnuts, raisins, caramel and cinnamon. Fortified wine pairs well with seafood, tapas, fruit cake or enjoyed as a cocktail, aperitif or digestive. As the name suggests, a sweet creamy style Apera (the Australian name for Sherry) from the popular St Andrews.

Call up your guest list, sort out your playlist, fill the bath with ice and get ready to party. Or, just feel great about a glass of lovely Savvy in the evening.

A great wine for its price, it comes full of crisp, delicate gooseberry aromas with intense tropical fruit flavours. Its the perfect choice alongside seafood or a light salad.

This light spritzy Moscato is packed with lifted citrus and tropical fruit aromas. Its lively, racy palate displays zesty lemon and pineapple characters. Carefully blended to create a fresh textured wine of balance and finesse, it is best consumed chilled.

Rock Paper Scissors is simply jam-packed with vitality and fruit opulence. Figs, nashi pear and mandarin flavours abound. All complimented by a refined acid backbone that balances out the palate nicely.

This lovely crisp Sauvignon Blanc features fresh snow pea and asparagus notes with hints of tropical fruit. The aromas are reflected on the palate, along with passionfruit and lychee supported by refreshing natural acidity.

Hidden Gem Semillon Sauvingon Blanc is a refreshing blend that puts on full displays flavours of zesty lemon and gooseberry flavours with a clean, crisp finish. Always been a warm favourite here at First Choice due to its extreme value-for-money which means it is perfect for everyday drinking or in party situations.

A zesty lime and lemon wine from the Riverina region. The Sacred Hill label stands for quality and value of which it has been awarded. With a stamp of approval like that you can't go wrong opening a bottle.

This Split Pick Moscato from South Australia is a gem of a wine displaying a pale rose hue. The blissful bouquet is an amalgam of pink rose, musk and strawberry fragrances, while the fruit-driven, light and juicy palate is full of exotic tropical fruit flavours which balance the sweetness of the wine to provide a crisp and persistent finish. This wine should be served chilled either as an aperitif or clubbed with a light and delicious brunch.