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.

Three fine Aussie Pinot Grigios headline this terrific mix – all with Gold! Enjoy a fabulous floral treat from 5 Red Star Angove, John Quarisa’s bestselling Caravan, and The Black Pig team’s zippy 16 Little Black Pigs. There’s a flamboyant Italian Grigio too – the lovely Farinelli, bright with citrus and pear fruit. Then, two luscious Pinot Gris: a silky drop from the Logan family in Orange, and a classy Adelaide Hills number from Corryton Burge, aromatic with orange blossom and a creamy richness. Enjoy two of each for $15.99 a bottle. You’ll also receive a bottle of the stunning Heirloom Vineyards Adelaide Hills Pinot Grigio from the “gifted” (Halliday) Elena Brooks, worth $40, FREE!

The Angullong vineyards are located on the southern lower slopes of the Orange region at the foothills of Mount Canobolas, an ancient volcano. Angullong’s topography is best described as dramatic. The country ranges from undulating to steep hills with spectacular limestone escarpments that radically descend to the fast flowing Belubula River. This is an exceptional young white wine – screams of the affinity of this variety with the Angullong site. Delicate and picked at the optimum moment – the themes of pears and minerals continue through the palate with no hint of cloy.