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Bodega Chacra: 2022 International Producer of the Year
Our 2022 International Producer of the Year is Bodega Chacra from Patagonia, Argentina! Chacra is a magical producer that gave us some of the most excellent examples of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that we tasted from any corner of the world in 2022, and it is absolutely no surprise to us that these wines have soared to international notoriety.
Giant Steps: 2022 Different Drop Producer of the Year
Giant Steps released a flawless suite of wines last year, mostly centred around a near-perfect 2021 harvest for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in their region...
Domaine Naturaliste: 2022 Different Drop Best Value Producer
Bruce's ability to produce delicious, full-flavoured examples of Margaret River's signature varieties is second to none. What's more, they are some of the very best bang-for-your-buck wines this country has to offer.
Rieslingfreak: 2022 People's Choice Producer of the Year
Our People's Choice Producer of the Year Award goes to none other than John & Belinda Hughes of Rieslingfreak. Their wines have been the recipients of many accolades from wine critics across Australia, and their obsession with a single variety makes for the country's most comprehensive exploration of Riesling. Get your freak on and read more!
Gentle Folk: 2022 Different Drop Avant-Garde Producer of the Year
The worlds of fine wine and natural wine collide in the Gentle Folk range. Over 2022, the Beltons rose to the very upper echelon of Australia's lo-fi wine scene. This small family business is definitely one to watch in 2023.
M&J Becker: 2022 Breakout Producer of the Year
This charming young couple based in the Hunter Valley has shot to the top of our Must-Try list in the last twelve months. Their elegant reds, powerful Chardonnays and textural pink & amber wines offer superb drinking and interest at modest prices.
2022 DD Imported Wines of the Year Announced!
Our 2022 Imported Wines of the Year are here! We're stoked to be bringing you this list of 5 absolutely awesome wines from all over the globe that blew us away in 2022. Take a read within and see if your faves made our list!
DD's 2022 Australian Wines of the Year Announced!
It's that time... the DD Australian Wines of 2022 have been selected, and we're stoked to be bringing you this list of 6 absolutely awesome wines that blew us away in 2022. Take a read within and see if your faves made the list!
