The 2020 Poggio Alle Gazze Dell' Ornellaia from Tuscany, Italy is a true delight for the senses. Upon pouring, the wine reveals a brilliant pale straw color, reminiscent of a summer sunrise. The nose is immediately greeted with a bouquet of floral notes, including delicate white flowers and hints of citrus blossom. As the wine opens up, aromas of ripe tropical fruits, such as pineapple and mango, emerge, adding depth and complexity to the bouquet. On the palate, this wine is equally impressive. The initial sip brings a burst of bright acidity, followed by a rich and creamy texture. Flavors of juicy peach and tangy grapefruit dance on the tongue, while subtle hints of vanilla and toasted almonds linger on the finish. Overall, the 2020 Poggio Alle Gazze Dell' Ornellaia is a beautifully balanced and sophisticated wine, showcasing the rich terroir of Tuscany. It is sure to impress even the most discerning palates and is best enjoyed alongside a fresh seafood dish or a creamy risotto.

Bright, deep ruby red colored wine with aromatic range of dark fruit with spices. The palate is full and fresh with lively structure and a pleasantly balanced tannic structure.

On the palate it is very vigorous, rich in extracts, with lively and pleasant tannins that are rounded through a skilful use of wood. A powerful, tantalizing Nebbiolo by Luigi Pira with a great ageing potential.

The Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2021 is a remarkable wine from the Tuscan region of Italy, produced by the esteemed Marchesi Mazzei. In the glass, it presents a deep ruby red hue with violet reflections, indicating its youth and vibrancy. Upon swirling, aromas of ripe cherries, plums, and blackberries emerge, accompanied by hints of spices and a touch of vanilla. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with velvety tannins and a well-structured, balanced acidity. Flavors of red and dark fruits are complemented by notes of oak and a subtle earthiness, leading to a long, lingering finish. This vintage is a true representation of the traditional Chianti Classico style, showcasing the best of Sangiovese grapes. Enjoy now or cellar for a few years to witness its full potential.

In the glass, it presents an intense ruby red hue. The nose is layered with aromas of ripe red fruits and delicate spices, leading to a robust, persistent palate with fine structure and depth. Elegant yet powerful, this Brunello showcases the balance and longevity that define Montalcino’s finest wines. With an alcohol content of 13–14%, it is a beautifully crafted expression of the region, built to evolve gracefully over time.

The EJ Shiraz is the jewel in Paxton's organic and biodynamic crown. Awarded 95 points in the Halliday Wine Companion 2017, this wine is the result of low yielding vines that are more than a century old. The flavour is elegant and round and the nose offers vanilla, black current and oak.

A stylish blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with a touch of Shiraz and Petit Verdot, from low yielding vineyards have produced another wine of elegance and class. Blackberry, mint and tobacco flavours are framed by fine tannin. The Shiraz adds some supple softness and the Petit Verdot adding aromatic lift. Another triumph!

Two words come to mind when you mention great Australian Merlot. Jim Irivne. Jim's Grand Merlot is the benchmark of complex and elegant Merlot in Australia and his Eden Valley vineyards are the perfect place to produce this iconic wine.

Created in 1962, Penfolds Bin 128 is a regional wine that reflects the unique climate and growing conditions of South Australia's Coonawarra district and the relatively elegant style of cool climate Shiraz. From the 1980 vintage, French oak replaced American, highlighting the pepper, spice and floral characteristics that define this style. Since the mid-1980s, a greater attention has been paid to fruit ripeness, resulting in a wine that is fuller in style and structure.

The Bullnose Syrah from Te Mata is one of New Zealand's original Syrah wines, having been made since 1992. Vineyard partners, Michael Morris and Peter Cowley - both car enthusiasts - named the wine after the pre-1928 Morris Cowley car, nicknamed Bullnose due to its distinctive radiator. The Bullnose is a single vineyard wine from Hawke's Bay that shows characters that are aromatic, savoury, and elegant. It's an expression of syrah which, when well stored, develops and intensifies in bottle with medium term cellaring.