Born-and-bred Hunter Valley specialist, Aaron Mercer spent years at Tamburlaine, and had stints at Tyrrell’s and Brokenwood, before setting up on his own. He’s also worked in California, France and Germany so brings a great deal of experience to his winemaking, with a a great small-batch range from premium Hunter Valley sites, Tumbarumba and Orange (as here), This Pinot Grigio is pure, yet textured. A little added weight through lees ageing and a little time in oak.A fine and focussed drop showcasing white flowers, creamy almond nougat and acid crunch. A welcome addition to Summer barbecues with friends.

Enjoy 12 thirst-quenching, fresh, popular Aussie PGs 93pt Knappstein from the Clare Valley is a luscious Gris with a rich, textured, palate and opulent spice-poached pear, quince and lemon honey, and makes “Excellent drinking.” (Sam Kim Wine Orbit). Eight at the Gate’s refreshing Wrattonbully gem is half way between a Gris and a Grigo style and a treat for all. Save $72 on 4 bottles of each at for $15.99 a bottle.

"A bell-clear varietal…" Pinot Grigio from Adelaide Hills' Chalk Hill – "… waxy green apple, lemon blossom and lime juice. Dry, with an apt whisper of texture. The finish is long and invigorating. Another seamless and charming white from this address in '25. 93pt, Great Value." (Halliday). “Delicately fragrant… Splendidly structured by bright acidity, offering excellent drinking" Sam Kim Wine Orbit scores it 93pts too.