750 mL
Hope Estate 2018 Wollombi Brook Semillon
Crisp and focused, opening with lime, lemon and green apple over a clean, lightly textured palate. Bright acidity gives the wine drive and clarity, making the youthful citrus character especially refreshing. With bottle age, the style is expected to develop gentle toast and added savoury complexity while retaining its freshness. A natural choice for oysters, simply prepared shellfish, grilled white fish or fresh goat cheese.
Domaine Simha Paysan Fleur Sauvage Tasmania
Fresh flowers and waxy yuzu open an aromatic, amber-hued white. Extended skin contact brings a savoury, lightly grippy texture, while bright citrus and a fine line of acidity keep the palate energetic. Its combination of floral lift, gentle tannin and earthy depth makes it a versatile choice for roast poultry, mushrooms or spiced vegetables.
Bk Wines 2016 Swaby Chardonnay
A taut, savoury Chardonnay with crisp apple and lemon blossom set against roasted hazelnut and a gently smoky, flinty edge. A year in French oak gives the palate breadth and grip, while bright acidity and a salty mineral line keep the finish focused. Its layered, reductive style benefits from a short decant and pairs naturally with roast poultry, firm cheese or richer seafood.
Shaw and Smith 2021 Sauvignon Blanc
A vibrant, polished Sauvignon Blanc with bright peach and citrus at the centre and delicate floral notes adding lift. The palate carries the same energetic fruit across a smooth, lightly creamy texture, avoiding overt green pungency in favour of clarity and balance. A long, refreshing finish keeps the wine poised and food-friendly. Serve well chilled with shellfish, fresh goat cheese or herb-led salads.
Grosset 2016 Springvale Riesling
A pure and finely drawn Riesling, with lime and lemon leading into crisp apple and ripe pear. A chalky, limestone-like mineral character gives the palate shape, while bright acidity keeps the fruit pristine and energetic. Generous without losing precision, it carries through a long, clean finish with the balance to gain further depth in bottle. Excellent with oysters, white fish or lightly spiced dishes.
Tahbilk 2006 1860 Vines Shiraz
A powerful, deeply savoury Shiraz with black fruit, roasted coffee and nutty, polished oak. The palate is concentrated and tightly contained, carrying dense fruit through firm structure and impressive length. Toasted notes remain prominent, yet the finish is composed, weighty and persistent rather than sweet. Decant carefully to let the wine open, then serve with slow-roasted lamb, venison or mature cheddar.
Torbreck 2005 The Pict Mataro
Forest floor and black truffle meet blueberry and blackberry liqueur on a deep, complex nose. The palate is full-bodied and layered, with concentrated dark fruit carried by firm structure and a compact, savoury frame. Mature yet still powerful, it benefits from decanting and suits slow-roasted lamb, braised beef, venison, grilled mushrooms or aged hard cheese.
D’Arenberg 2021 Custodian Grenache
Red cherry, cranberry and plum lead a generous but composed profile, with savoury herbs adding lift and detail. The palate is rounded and full, shaped by graphite-like tannins that give the fruit a firmer edge. Balance holds through the finish, leaving the wine rich without feeling heavy. A natural fit for lamb, grilled meats or aged cheese.
Tahbilk 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
A mature Cabernet Sauvignon of remarkable freshness and structure, led by mulberry, dark berries and a cool thread of mint. Coffee, cedar, dark chocolate and polished French oak add savoury depth without overwhelming the fruit. The palate remains rich and firmly shaped, with dry, persistent tannins carrying the wine through a long finish. Decant carefully and pair with roast beef or aged hard cheese.
Paysan 2020 Eh Bien! Pinot Noir
A floral, textural Pinot Noir with spicy blueberry, smoked meat and a dark liquorice note running through the palate. Medium-bodied and lightly cloudy, it combines generous fruit with savoury detail and a gently earthy edge. Wild fermentation and extended skin contact in small clay amphorae bring supple structure and freshness. Serve just cool with charcuterie, roast mushrooms or grilled pork.
Gemtree 2019 Uncut Shiraz
A deeply coloured, youthful Shiraz with generous dark berry fruit, warm spice and well-judged oak in close harmony. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, supported by abundant tannins that remain polished and supple rather than hard. Intensity builds through a long, savoury finish while the fruit stays bright and accessible. A confident partner for grilled lamb, beef or smoky aubergine.
d’Arenberg 2018 The Twenty Eight Road Mourvèdre
Distinctive and savoury, with raspberry and red plum alongside iodine, woodland mushroom and a green herbal lift. The palate carries vivid fruit into gamey, earthy territory, held by fine-grained tannins and a welcome sense of freshness. Its structure is firm but measured, with more complexity set to emerge over time; decanting now will help the layered, savoury detail come forward.
Paxton 2017 Thomas Block Grenache
A bright and lifted Grenache with fresh strawberry and red cherry joined by crushed rose petal and a dusting of white pepper. The palate is rounded and buoyant, its juicy red fruit held in shape by lively acidity and soft, sandy tannins. Light enough to serve slightly chilled yet full of detail, it suits charcuterie, mild cheese, grilled vegetables or simply seasoned poultry.
Warramate 2017 Syrah
A graceful cool-climate Syrah, opening with violets, ripe plum and a cool wash of blue fruit. Pink peppercorn and subtle stalky spice bring savoury lift, while the medium-bodied palate is succulent, smooth and finely layered. Gentle firmness through the tannins keeps the generous fruit precise. Serve just below room temperature with lamb, grilled mushrooms or peppered steak.
Penfolds Grange 2013
Powerful and intensely youthful, with blueberry, redcurrant, plum and mulberry joined by coffee bean, chocolate, allspice, Szechuan pepper and dry herbs. Richly textured and dense, the palate combines bright fruit with remarkably smooth tannins, precise balance and a long, spicy finish. Give it about four hours in a decanter and serve with roast lamb or beef.
d’Arenberg 2018 The Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier
A fragrant Shiraz-led red with blackberry, plum and black cherry at the core, brightened by a small portion of co-fermented Viognier. Peach and apricot add aromatic lift, while peppery spice and savoury detail give the palate shape. Generous yet harmonious, it balances ripe dark fruit with freshness and fine structure, offering immediate appeal alongside grilled lamb, roast duck or richly seasoned vegetables.
Hesketh Ebenezer 2018 Grenache
Bright and generous, with red cherry, strawberry and cranberry fruit lifted by bergamot and a thread of dried herbs. The palate is supple and rounded, bringing ripe berry richness into balance with earthy spice and a gently savoury line. Full-flavoured without feeling heavy, it finishes long and composed, making an easy match for roast pork, charred vegetables or herb-crusted lamb.
Giant Steps 2023 Pinot Noir Yarra Valley
Ripe raspberry and black cherry lead, joined by wild herbs and crushed violet. The palate is silken and gently sappy, with concentrated fruit carried by bright natural acidity and fine tannins. Depth builds without heaviness, and the flavours remain persistent through a composed, savoury finish. A graceful match for duck, salmon, mushrooms or roast chicken.
Torbreck 2020 Woodcutter’s Shiraz
A generous Barossa Shiraz built around fleshy plum, dark cherry and a hint of cola, with chocolate, menthol and toasty oak adding depth. The palate is silky and full, showing the producer's signature richness while powerful, woody tannins frame the fruit. A warm, savoury finish makes it a natural partner for slow-cooked beef, grilled lamb or smoky barbecue dishes. Decant briefly before serving.
Catena Zapata 2018 Adrianna White Stones
From just 27 rows of a high-altitude parcel in Gualtallary, this Chardonnay is shaped by white-stone alluvial soils, cool nights and naturally low yields. Lime, orange blossom and restrained orchard fruit meet a precise mineral line, brisk acidity and a long, stony finish. Fermented in French oak with partial malolactic conversion, then aged 12-16 months in seasoned barrels, it remains finely textured rather than overtly oaky. Unfined and unfiltered.