Many a 'big cat' sighting has been made in the cool-climate Strathbogie Ranges leading some to believe in a rare and elusive Panther. Ex-Head RedHead, Alex Trescowthick has tamed another elusive black beast of sorts –Pinot Noir. The Bogie Panther exudes wild strawberry, cherry and savoury, earthy spice.

Displaying an intense ruby colour, the 2018 Inara Pinot Noir is a study in red fruits. Full of dark cherry, raspberry and macerated strawberry flavours, the palate of this wine has silky tannins and a touch of clove spice from the oak ageing. A wine made to be enjoyed with family and friends.

Hand plunged in open fermenters, 30% whole bunch. 10 months maturation in 20% new French barriques, 80% seasoned French barriques. Bottled unfined and unfiltered.Ripe red cherries, some nutmeg spice. Aromatics lifted by subtle whole bunch fermentation plushness. Rich, structured palate.

From Tumbarumba, relish a 95pt Trophy-winner and dual Gold-medal star, a vibrant new arrival from the Yarra, plus silky beauties from Tasmania and SA including a 93pt Adelaide Hills. Enjoy all with duck, pork or no food at all – at room temperature or chilled a while. Ultimately versatile and satisfying.

Savour 6 silky Pinot Noirs – from Tasmania, Tumbarumba, Barossa Valley, Adelaide Hills and WA's Mt Barker, while New Zealand's Martinborough flies the flag for delicious, vibrant Kiwi Pinot. Check out the contents here but devotees will be keen to get these into their glasses quickly – and save $73 too.

Look forward to strawberries, spices, herbs, bay leaves, and cassis on the nose – with a lovely vibrant intensity of red fruits on the palate. "Callie Jemmeson believes that winemaking doesn’t have to have barriers: what it does need is quality, focus and a destination. With a strong emphasis on vineyard selection and a gentle approach to their small-batch winemaking," Halliday.