Chateau Cantelys Bordeaux Blanc
A 50/50 blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, this is a classic Bordeaux dry white that combines tradition and modern winemaking in its winemaking. The grapes are hand-picked into small crates and the juice is pressed in an oxygen-free environment,using inert gas to retain the grapes' aromatic potential. Fermentation is in French oak barrels, of which half are new. Bright pale yellow hues, with citrus and honeydew aromas and a distinctive scent of orange, white peach, and a hint of lemon blossom. The palate is fruity and well balanced, fresh and crisp, with vibrant citrus flavors finishing with a mineral touch and a very fine hint of toasted hazelnut. Excellent length.
Clarence Dillon Amberwine
The Clarence Dillon Amberwine 375ml 2015 is a stunning representation of the Monbazillac region in France. This luscious dessert wine is produced by Clarence Dillon, a renowned winemaker based in France. The 2015 vintage boasts a deep amber color, with beautiful golden reflections. On the nose, rich aromas of honey, dried apricots, and candied orange peel dance with hints of vanilla and toasted nuts. On the palate, the wine is velvety smooth with a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. Flavors of ripe peaches, honeycomb, and exotic spices fill the mouth, leading to a luxurious and lingering finish. This wine is truly a masterpiece, showcasing the unique terroir of Monbazillac. Enjoy it as a dessert on its own or pair it with a fruit tart or crème brûlée for a decadent experience.
Pirie Vintage
The cool slopes of the Tamar Valley region, located in northern Tasmania, have the potential to produce great sparkling wine. This richly flavoured cuvée made from Chardonnay and Pinot noir by Pirie boasts complexity from barrel-aged base wine and reserve blending. It displays the impact of terroir and the favourable interaction of climate and soil on these vines.
Mr Riggs Shiraz
Made by Rockstar winemaker Ben Riggs, the McLaren Vale Shiraz is as true an expression as one could hope for. The fifth release of the wine is based around a core of pristine fruit with dark red berries, hints of spice, earth, tar and leather and with seamlessly integrated oak. Ripe tannins are apparent but not overwhelming, meaning this is a wine which can be enjoyed now or in the next 10-15 years.
Guigal Gigondas
Gigondas always seems to play the little-brother role to Chateauneuf du Pape, but these wines can be very, very good. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre vinified in the purest tradition, this wine is opulent now and will age well for the next 8 or 10 years.
Escarpment Pinot Noir
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.
Massolino Barbera D'Alba
Barbera can be a bit of a chameleon, so let's set the record straight immediately; this wine falls into the pure-fruited, punchy, lighter bodied, good-times category. Pure, black cherry, raspberry, nettle and anise aromas and flavours - perfumed and engaging - it has both sweet and savoury notes and more than enough structure to keep the palate fresh. It also showcases the finesse that is so typical of Massolino's wines. Matured in stainless steel and concrete tanks, this wine hails from a 2.2-hectare limestone-rich vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba where the vines are between 10 and 35 years of age.
Manfredi Patrizi Barolo
Aromas of roses and liquorice bound with firm tannins.
Henschke Johann's Garden
This spicy Barossa blend is based on fruit from mature Grenache vines. Ripe plum aromas jump out of the glass and the palate is rich and fruity with velvety tannins providing a lingering finish.
Geoff Weaver Pinot Noir
Showcasing the strengths of the Adelaide Hills as a premier Pinot Noir regoin, Geoff Weaver crafts a Pinot of exceptional quality and pedigree. Noted for its aromas of red fruits with hints of leather and forest floor. Amazing acid that is a driver for this pure, fresh wine.