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Its bigger than Pinot, and of course has a different flavour profile, but in the UK plenty of punters who drink Pinot are equally enamoured of Bardolino. 'But it is made from the same grapes as Amarone', we hear you say. It is, and Bardolino is only half an hour from that region, but the wines are altogether brighter and far more delicate than you'll find there. This Bardolino sees about 6 months in oak, followed by some time in tank prior to bottling – red fruits and violet form the nose. It is red fruity, pulpy and fleshy and finishes tight and dry, with excellent length, minerality, plenty of acid and fine tannins. Drink it with rich meaty dishes or oily fish. Definitely a food wine and absolutely worth decanting. Learn More

A stunningly complex Champagne. The nose offers mushroom and truffle, shortbread and stonefruits too. The palate offers all of the above and a meatiness from the Pinot Noir component. As the wine opens there is also nectarine and apple. Persistence of flavour and intensity are exceptional. Learn More

This is Hirsch Hill's flagship Chardonnay, estate grown in the Toolangi sub-region of the Yarra Valley. A cracking Chardy offering florals, green apple, spice, hazelnut, stonefruit and more. Plenty of acid here, a creamy palate and judicious use of French oak make this an almost complete expression of cool climate Chardonnay. The only thing that can make it better is time. Decant before drinking or cellar.

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An incredible Leconfield Cabernet from one of the great vintages. Blackberries and plums, mint, coffee, tomato leaf, violet, cedary French oak and whisper fine tannins. The balance so perfect that it makes a powerful wine seem almost effortless. A wonderful drink now and over the next couple of decades. Learn More

A beautifully buttery and oaky Leconfield Chardonnay Chardy. Ripe tropical fruits, matchstick, stonefruits, creaminess and grilled nuts. Looking for a buttery Chard with a good hit of French oak, look no further! Learn More

The Leconfield Coonawarra Merlot is widely considered to be among the top handful produced in Australia. The 2022 vintage has an exceptional framework of acidity and fine tannin within which it is currently hoarding plenty of ripe plum, mulberry, violet and tomato leaf. The mid palate is fleshy and generous and the wine finished with fine but chalky tannins.

Made From: Merlot, including old vine material and new, small berry clones r8 and d45/14

Aromas and Flavours: Plum, mulberry, violets and other awesome stuff

Drink if you like: Any other Merlot or juicy Cabernet - Leconfield consistently make the best Merlot in Oz. This vintage is currently rated by the Real Review as the #1 Merlot from the '22 vintage.

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Leconfield make consistently excellent Riesling from what are now 51 year old Coonawarra vines. This is a fine wine with talcum powder and lemon and lime aromatics. The palate is textural, offering minerality and excellent length. Elegant, fragrant, textural, long and lip smackingly delicious. Learn More

A remarkably fresh sparkling white made from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir fruit from the Coonawarra. It has a lively, creamy, mousse and a full, supple body. (And yes, much better looking than Abbott in Speedos). Enjoy it now in all its youthful glory as an aperitif, or with shellfish and seafood. Syn(ful) indeed! Learn More

Made from the northern Italian grapes Nebbiolo and Pinot Nero, this is crisp, easy drinking and fairly dry with a floral red perfume, a lovely texture and dry finish. Excellent with seafood, vege Lasagne, or just by itself.

Made From: Nebbiolo and Pinot Noir

Aromas and Flavours: Raspberry. Flowers. Anise. Zippy. Dry. Mouth-Watering.

Drink if you like: Turkey Flat Rose

Useful: Anytime - catching up with friends, with seafood, when you want something better than a spritz

Awards: Trophy, best Rose Royal Melbourne, plus gold medals and more

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