2021
Fox & Archer 2021 Mountain Pinot Noir
Cherry, red currant and liquorice lead, joined by graphite, baking spice and an earthy, gently meaty note. The palate has a savoury core, with bright red fruit framed by measured oak and a subtle whole-cluster lift. Balanced freshness keeps the texture composed, while spice and mineral detail carry the finish.
Fairview Cellars 2021 The Bear
Aromatically expressive and full-bodied, this dry red balances bold fruit with a generous, textured palate. Firm, drying tannins give it clear structure, while ripe dark fruit and savoury depth build through the mid-palate. Despite its scale, the wine remains composed and well balanced, finishing with confident weight and persistence.
Orofino 2021 PTG
Aasha Wines 2021 The Red One Chardonnay
Mango and ripe tropical fruit lead, joined by hazelnut cream, rose oil and a gentle vanilla note. Glossy and generous on the palate, it carries a honeyed richness without losing definition. Balanced acidity cuts cleanly through the full texture, leaving tropical fruit, toasted nuts and vanilla to linger through a polished, quietly decadent finish.
Le Vieux Pin 2021 Cuvée Dorée
Apricot, wildflowers and honeysuckle open an opulent, aromatic profile, with rich vanilla woven through the fruit. The palate is round and full-bodied, bringing generous stone fruit together with a creamy texture and measured oak spice. Serious mid-palate weight carries into a long, lingering finish that remains composed despite the wine's breadth.
Orofino 2021 Reserve Syrah
Mythology 2021 Malbec
Floral aromas open into raspberry and red currant, with a ripe, generous character from the outset. Blueberry, violet, leather and cocoa build across the palate, framed by a firm, dry grip. The finish is long and structured without losing the fruit's brightness. Serve with lamb burgers, grilled steak or smoky vegetables.
Lariana 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon
Blackcurrant and fig define a bold, richly fruited profile, carrying cleanly from nose to palate. The dark fruit is direct and generous, with enough depth to make the wine a natural partner at the table. Decant briefly and serve with roast beef, grilled lamb, braised short ribs, savoury mushrooms or firm aged cheese, letting the fruit open as the wine rests.
Lightning Rock 2021 Canyonview Vineyard Pinot Noir
Red plum, strawberry and violet open into red liquorice, pepper spice and a subtle olive-brine savouriness. The palate is enveloping but finely shaped, with silky tannins and enough freshness to keep the ripe fruit precise. Earth and gentle spice linger on the composed finish. Serve with duck, salmon or mushroom dishes.
La Frenz 2021 Grand Total Reserve
Concentrated black fruit sits at the centre of this dry, full-bodied red, with tobacco and other savoury notes adding depth. Firm tannins give the palate a youthful, structured feel, so a generous decant is worthwhile if opened now. The finish is persistent and composed rather than heavy. Serve with roast beef, grilled lamb, braised short ribs or mature cheddar.
Poplar Grove 2021 Generation Merlot Okanagan Valley
Red currant and cherry lead with tobacco, dark plum and a restrained savoury note. The palate is smooth and generous, balancing ripe fruit with measured freshness and polished tannins. Subtle spice gathers through the composed finish without overwhelming the fruit. Decant briefly and serve with roast beef, grilled lamb, mushroom pie or firm aged cheese.
Chateau Puech-Haut 2021 Prestige Languedoc Rouge
Blackberry, dried red cherry, strawberry and huckleberry lead a generous mix of red and dark fruit. The palate is concentrated and full without losing freshness, with lightly grippy tannins carrying the fruit into a firm, persistent finish. Serve slightly cool with grilled duck, roast lamb, a well-seared rib steak or a board of mature cheeses.
Domaine Gayrard 2021 Les Bulles Mauzac
Fattoria La Vialla 2021 Mussantino Selvatico Frizzante Extra Dry
Fresh berry fruit and rose petal lead with clear varietal character. The palate is smooth, lively and well balanced, its delicate perlage carrying red-fruit brightness and a gentle floral lift. A light touch of sweetness is kept in check by freshness, leaving the finish elegant, clean and easy-flowing rather than heavy.
Gérard Bertrand 2021 Papilou Pét-Nat Rosé
Elegant pale pink, with fine, regular bubbles and a subtle raspberry aroma. Fresh red fruit carries onto a dry, rounded palate, where clean acidity gives the wine energy and definition. The finish is lively and distinctly citrus-led, keeping the berry fruit bright rather than sweet. Serve well chilled with charcuterie, grilled prawns or summer salads.
Therianthropy 2021 Pinot Gris Pét-Nat
Light copper in the glass, with citrus pith, nectarine and peach tart lifted by floral notes and a gentle earthy edge. The palate is lively and textured, its delicate fizz carrying ripe orchard fruit through brisk acidity. A subtle peppery, savoury note adds definition to the clean finish, keeping the fruit bright and refreshingly composed.
Mersel 2021 LebNat Rosé Pét-Nat
Fresh strawberry, raspberry and pomegranate open with redcurrant and a distinctly savoury herbal undertone. Delicate natural bubbles leave the ripe red fruit bright and unforced, while gentle acidity gives the palate lift. The finish is dry, lightly textured and energetic, with subtle earthiness beneath the fruit.
Birch Block 2021 Cabernet Franc Pét-Nat
A subtle blush colour introduces a fresh, energetic sparkling wine with ruby-red grapefruit and alpine strawberry at the forefront. Fine bubbles keep the palate lifted, while brief skin contact adds gentle tannic shape. Twelve months on lees brings rounded texture and a clear mineral note. The finish is dry, bright and refreshing, well suited to grilled prawns or soft cheese.
La Liquiere 2021 Gaz De Schiste Rose
A lively ancestral-method sparkling rosé with fresh raspberry, redcurrant and other tangy red fruits. The palate combines gentle roundness with tonic freshness, while fine, elegant bubbles keep the fruit bright and precise. Easygoing but composed through the finish, it works well as an aperitif and can also accompany fruit desserts, soft cheese or lightly spiced dishes.
Martin Ray 2021 Concrete Dutton Ranch Chardonnay Russian River Valley
Jonagold apple and Bartlett pear lead, with honeycomb, quince and a fresh squeeze of lemon adding detail. Bright acidity keeps the weighty mid-palate focused, while citrus and bergamot bring lift and aromatic clarity. Clean and linear through the finish, the Chardonnay balances ripe orchard fruit with freshness and a fine mineral edge.