Wine
Wine
D’Arenberg 2024 Hermit Crab
Australian White
A fragrant white with pineapple, melon, white peach and citrus blossom. The palate is clean and fresh, adding pear, stone fruit, lemon curd and a distinctive touch of pickled ginger. Bright acidity carries the flavours through a long, refreshing finish, making this an engaging partner for aromatic Asian dishes, grilled prawns or simply prepared white fish.
Koerner 2018 Rolle
Australian White
Massena 2017 Fruit Salad Block Field Blend
Australian White
Rose petal, candied citrus and ripe stone fruit open with ginger, exotic spice and a light green-herbal note. The palate is sleek and electric, balancing juicy fruit with perky acidity and a fine saline mineral edge. Light on its feet yet texturally detailed, it finishes fresh and persistent, with aromatic lift and a gently savoury close.
Tyrrell’s 2025 Hunter Valley Semillon
Australian White
Lime zest and lemongrass lead, with cut fennel, white peach and a cool mineral note adding detail. Light bodied and very dry, the palate is taut and precise, driven by piercing citrus and brisk acidity. A long, saline finish brings a gentle pithy bite. Serve with oysters, prawns, fresh goat cheese or herb-led salads.
Somos 2022 Biodynamic Vermentino McLaren Vale
Australian White
Citrus blossom, green apple and ripe lemon lead, followed by white peach, sea spray and a faint nutty note. The palate is crisp yet layered, with bright acidity running through a creamy, lees-shaped texture. A gentle savoury edge and briny minerality keep the fruit precise, carrying citrus and orchard fruit into a clean, refreshing finish.
Seven Terraces 2022 Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand White
Passion fruit, guava and tangerine lead a vivid, fruit-driven nose, sharpened by kumquat and lime. The palate is juicy and brisk, with pointed citrus acidity carrying the tropical fruit through a clean stainless-steel profile. A light dusting of ginger spice adds interest to the snappy finish. Serve with shellfish, ceviche or fresh green herbs.
Babich 2025 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand White
Passion fruit and grapefruit open with blackcurrant, citrus and a fresh nettle-like lift. The palate is juicy and vibrant, carrying tropical fruit over a cool slate note and clean acidity. A lightly herbal edge keeps the ripe fruit precise, while the crisp finish stays bright and direct. Well suited to shellfish, summer salads or fresh goat cheese.
Settlement Wines 2022 Heritage Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand White
Grapefruit, elderflower and bright citrus lead an aromatic, finely detailed profile, with white flowers adding lift. The palate is tangy and clean, its firm acidity carrying ripe fruit through a subtle mineral texture and persistent finish. Fresh yet composed, it pairs naturally with oysters, grilled white fish or herb-led vegetable dishes.
Dog Point 2024 Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand White
Lime and grapefruit lead with flint, baked apple and finely drawn green-herb notes. The palate is crisp and chalky, built around juicy citrus, white pepper and a refreshing saline mineral line. Clean acidity gives the fruit drive and length without excess weight. Serve with oysters, grilled fish, goat cheese or herb-led salads.
Greywacke 2023 Wild Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand White
Lychee, ripe mango and white flowers lead an intricate bouquet, with tarragon and thyme adding a distinctive herbal edge. The palate is broad and succulent, bringing gooseberry compote, citrus and a subtle saline note into focus. Bright acidity keeps the texture energetic, while savoury complexity and a fine mineral finish reward a slightly larger glass.
Astrolabe 2023 Marlborough Pinot Gris
New Zealand White
Pale gold and quietly aromatic, with citrus peel, poached pear and peach joined by a gentle touch of spice. The palate is pure, crisp and dry, layering pear, quince and light stone fruit over fine minerality and delicate structure. Balanced and food-friendly, it suits roast poultry, salmon, creamy mushrooms or a simple pasta.
Rippon 2019 Mature Vine Riesling
New Zealand White
Green apple, sliced pear and bright citrus lead with a delicate floral lift and cool wet-stone minerality. The palate is medium-bodied and nearly dry, driven by mouthwatering acidity through juicy orchard fruit and lemon peel. Clean, precise and persistent, the finish remains fresh and mineral. Pair with grilled fish, shellfish or lightly spiced vegetables.
Kono 2023 Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand White
Vibrant and fruit-driven, this Marlborough white opens with citrus zest, grapefruit, passionfruit and lemongrass. The palate brings ripe lemon and lime, green apple and pineapple, framed by crisp, lively acidity. Tropical fruit and herbaceous notes are also documented, together with mineral detail and a small hint of residual sweetness. The profile is fresh, aromatic and centred on bright citrus and tropical fruit.
Campbells NV Classic Rutherglen Topaque
Australian Dessert
Deep golden in colour, with rich aromas of cold tea leaf, toffee, honey and citrus. The palate is intense and mouth-filling, layering malt and toffee with developed rancio character. Power and complexity are matched by a luscious texture, while the finish remains clean. Late-harvest Muscadelle provides ripe fruit and natural sweetness, and selected parcels feed the solera.
Chapoutier 2019 Banyuls
French Dessert
Deep garnet colour leads into a generous fortified red with black cherry, raspberry and plum at the centre. Cocoa, dried herbs and a gentle savoury note add dimension, while bright acidity keeps the sweetness composed. The finish is smooth, persistent and lightly spiced. Serve cool with dark chocolate, blue cheese or a fruit tart.
Zenato 2018 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Italian Dessert
Intense garnet colour introduces black cherry, brandied marasca cherry, dried fig and plum, with cocoa and sweet spice adding depth. The palate is lush and velvety, its generous sweetness balanced by freshness and soft tannins. Dark fruit and spice remain poised through the long finish. Pair with blue cheese, panettone or dark chocolate.
Vista D’Oro 2015 D’Oro Fortified Walnut Wine
Canadian Dessert
Toasted nuts and roasted hazelnut meet caramelized sugar, dried fig and warm baking spice in a deep, velvety after-dinner pour. Dark honey, molasses and subtle vanilla broaden the palate, while vibrant acidity keeps the richness defined. Smooth and warming, it finishes at length with roasted nuts, sweet spice and a poised savoury edge.
Maculan 2020 Torcolato Breganze
Italian Dessert
Deep gold opens with acacia honey, dried apricot, candied fig and orange peel. Saffron, toasted almond and a touch of salty toffee add depth. Full-bodied and silky, the palate is rich without becoming syrupy, as bright acidity keeps the fruit sharply defined. Zesty lime and papaya carry the long, clean finish.
Arnoux & Fils 2012 Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise
French Dessert
Orange blossom, peach, ripe apple and pear rise from an intensely aromatic profile, with a clean mineral note adding definition. Sweet and full-flavoured, the palate layers stone fruit and floral detail over a smooth, rounded texture. A faint bitter edge refreshes the finish, keeping the lingering fruit poised enough for fruit desserts, blue cheese or solo sipping.
Jermann 2008 Vino Dolce della Casa Picolit
Italian Dessert
Ripe peach and dried apricot lead into acacia honey, toasted almond and a gentle woodsy spice. The palate is supple and concentrated, with polished sweetness and enough freshness to keep the texture poised. A savoury nutty edge adds depth to the persistent finish. Serve with almond cake, aged cheese or poached fruit.
Masi Angelorum Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Italian Dessert
Cooked cherry and preserved red fruit lead an intense, deeply coloured profile, with sweet spice and a subtle balsamic edge adding complexity. The palate is rich and generous, balancing natural sweetness with lively acidity and soft tannins. Ripe cherry carries through the long, persistent finish. Pair with blue cheese, fruit tart or traditional panettone.
Sea Star 2021 Prose 375 mL
Canadian Dessert
Grapefruit, peach and apricot lead an expressive, late-harvest profile, with green apple adding freshness beneath the riper fruit. The palate is sweet but lifted, its bright acidity and faint natural spritz keeping the finish lively rather than heavy. Serve well chilled with fruit tart, blue cheese, almond cake or as a small, refreshing dessert on its own.
Château d’Aydie 2016 Maydie Vintage Tannat
French Dessert
Sweet plum and ripe dark fruit wrap around firm Tannat structure, while contrasting acidity keeps this fortified red lively and clear. Generous and fruity rather than heavy, the palate carries supple sweetness, fresh lift and a gentle savoury grip into a balanced finish. A natural partner for dark chocolate, blue cheese or slow after-dinner sipping.
Moncontour 2005 Nectar de Moncontour Vouvray
French Dessert
Layered tropical fruit moves through yellow plum, peach and apricot, with dried fig, quince and honey adding deeper concentration. The palate is soft and round yet held by fine tension, bringing candied fruit, fresh almond and gentle spice into focus. A long, waxy finish carries sweetness with clarity. Serve with blue cheese, fruit tart or almond cake.
Champalou 2003 Vouvray Trie de Vendange
French Dessert
Honey, brown sugar and baked pear form a concentrated, deeply inviting profile. Luscious sweetness gives the palate breadth, while fresh acidity keeps the texture balanced and remarkably clear. Generous and mature without feeling tired, it carries orchard fruit and caramelized depth through a long finish that pairs beautifully with blue cheese or fruit-based cakes.
Dutschke NV The Muscat
Australian Dessert
Raisin, orange peel and dark fruitcake lead, layered with caramel, molasses, coffee and butterscotch. The palate is lusciously sweet and deeply concentrated, with years in seasoned oak adding richness and depth. High acidity keeps the texture balanced and surprisingly lively, carrying toffee, dried fruit and warm spice through a superbly long, generous finish.
Domaine de la Bongran 2001 Mâcon-Villages Cuvée Botrytis
French Dessert
Honeyed peach skin, apricot and tropical fruit unfold around a savoury thread of saffron-like spice. The palate is lush and silky, with notable sweetness and concentration, yet lively acidity keeps the generous texture balanced. A mineral undertone adds precision to the long, gently warming finish. Serve in a small pour with blue cheese, fruit tart or almond cake.
Therapy Freudified Port Style
Canadian Dessert
Flowers, raspberry and strawberry open this fortified red, joined by white pepper, raisin and vanilla. The palate is sweet, warming and full, with Syrah spice set against Merlot softness and ripe berry fruit. A clear spirit warmth shapes the finish, making it a suitable match for dark chocolate, blue cheese or nut-based desserts.
Clos Lapeyre 2017 Jurançon La Magendia
French Dessert
Ripe apricot, pineapple and passion fruit lead a generous, late-harvest profile, joined by honey, vanilla and a fine thread of spice. The palate is rich and silky yet remains lively, with lemony acidity cutting cleanly through the sweetness. Candied citrus and tropical fruit linger through a poised finish, making this a natural match for blue cheese or fruit desserts.