Wine
Albamar 2020 Clarete Mencía Rosado
Wild strawberry, red cherry and citrus peel lead, with herbal and lightly savoury notes adding depth. The palate is dry, brisk and saline, its fresh acidity rounded by six months on the lees without overt oak flavour. Energetic and quietly complex, it works well with grilled prawns, charcuterie, tomato salads or lightly spiced dishes.
Château Musar 2022 Musar Jeune Rosé
Domaine des Baumard 2021 Rosé de Loire
Bright strawberry and raspberry lead a fresh, dry rosé, with a subtle peppery note giving the fruit definition. The palate is light and balanced, its clean acidity keeping the berry character lively from start to finish. Straightforward and food-friendly, it works well with charcuterie, grilled vegetables, salmon or lightly spiced dishes.
Mayhem 2022 Rosé
Unsworth Vineyards 2023 Rosé
Wild strawberry and raspberry lead, followed by cranberry, tart cherry and a gently earthy rhubarb note. The palate is dry and vivid, with bright acidity carrying the red fruit over a cool stony mineral line. A light creamy texture softens the edges without dulling the freshness, leaving a clean, precise finish with plenty of coastal lift.
8th Generation 2023 Pinot Meunier Rosé
Clean and dry, with bright red-fruit character and a crisp, refreshing line through the palate. Its light frame keeps the fruit lively rather than sweet, while the finish is precise and easygoing. Serve well chilled alongside salmon, charcuterie, grilled vegetables or a summer salad; it also makes a polished aperitif.
Luke Lambert 2019 Crudo Rosé Yarra Valley
A shining peach-orange hue introduces fragrant cherry, strawberry and peach, with subtle musk and spice. The palate is dry, light on its feet and briskly fresh, combining juicy red fruit with a gentle savoury edge. Fine acidity keeps the soft texture focused through a clean, mouthwatering and quietly aromatic finish.
Escudero Vermouth De Garnacha G Reserva
An aromatic Garnacha-based vermouth with ripe fruit, honey and dried citrus, layered with rosemary, thyme, cinnamon and woodland herbs. The palate balances gentle sweetness with the clean bitterness of wormwood, while nutty and herbal notes carry the finish. Serve it chilled over ice with an orange twist, or alongside olives, almonds and savoury snacks.
Tyrrell’s 2013 HVD Single Vineyard Semillon
A beautifully evolved Semillon with honey, beeswax, lemon oil and fresh ginger on the nose. Bone dry and precise, the palate balances laser-like acidity with layered, almost waxy texture and a long citrus-led finish. Its brightness keeps the mature savoury notes in clear focus. Serve well chilled with oysters, grilled white fish, roast chicken or dishes dressed with lemon and herbs.
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.
D’Arenberg 2015/18 Riesling Dry Dam
The Dry Dam Riesling 2015 has exotic aromas of green apple, ripe citrus and white flowers. The palate is quite rich and textural, with intense mandarin and grapefruit flavours. There's a little sweetness, but this is beautifully balanced with tight, youthful acidity, resulting in a long, mouth-watering finish.
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.
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.