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It really is a deliciously easy-drinking bubbly - as well as being beautifully packaged and very good value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Lane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":10579444105259,"sku":"NV The Lane Lois Blanc de Blancs","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/Lois_2.png?v=1665624473"},{"product_id":"nv-dominique-portet-brut-rose","title":"NV Dominique Portet Sparkling Brut Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is Dominique’s NV Sparkling Rose. 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Crafted using the Charmat method, this sparkling wine combines fresh, lively energy with a surprising touch of complexity—perfect for easy-drinking celebrations or casual catch-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from limestone and quartz soils in Angaston, the fruit is hand-picked and naturally fermented to keep things vibrant and clean. A cool 2023 vintage brought just the right balance of ripeness and acidity, with secondary fermentation in tank adding those fine, persistent bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect lime, white flowers, and a whisper of stone fruit. The palate is crisp and refreshing, with green apple, melon, and citrus leading to a dry, zesty finish. It’s light, bright, and just plain fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal as an aperitif or paired with a plate of antipasti, this Prosecco nails the brief: bubbly, affordable, and delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I’m pretty sure you can’t find a better sparkling wine at this price. This is the 11th vintage of this wine, and it’s maybe the best to date. Saline, gently nutty, lemon and lime, green apple, some floral notes. It’s tight and salt-crusted, like the tasty little cracker it is, the bubbles are quite fine but insistent, lime rind and fine chalky texture, real energy here, and it’s so good to drink. A little soda water bite on a finish of excellent length. These pretzels are making me thirsty!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n","brand":"Torzi Matthews","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11147826790443,"sku":"2023 Torzi Matthews Vigna Cantina Prosecco","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/media_61f6bd6c-4c6f-40df-bf47-14db67ad7929.png?v=1542173225"},{"product_id":"nv-deviation-road-altair-sparkling-rose-1","title":"MV Deviation Road Altair Sparkling Rosé","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the Altair Sparkling Rosé you can see the love of this wine style from husband and wife winemaking partners, Kate \u0026amp; Hamish Laurie. C\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eontinuing a five-generation winemaking tradition, the couple crafts each bottle at their Longwood winery in the Adelaide Hills using Méthode Traditionnelle techniques. Kate’s love for all things French led her to train in Champagne, and that influence shines through in every aspect of this wine. Meanwhile, Hamish, with a family history rooted deep in South Australia's wine industry, takes on roles from overseeing operations to being the chief tractor driver and blending partner – embodying a hands-on spirit that keeps Deviation Road running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 base vintage for the Altair Sparkling Rosé is sourced from high-altitude sites in the Lenswood and Piccadilly Valley regions, a perfect setting for slow-ripening Pinot Noir, Meunier, and Chardonnay. Pinot Noir and Meunier provide structure and ripe red fruit, while Chardonnay adds finesse and a citrus lift. Blended with a small percentage of multi-vintage reserve wines, the Altair boasts flavours of peach, strawberry, and grapefruit, balanced by a creamy mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKate and Hamish and their team hand-pick every bunch, with whole-bunch pressing for fermentation in tanks. The pale pink hue of the rosé is achieved by blending the clear base with a small portion of red wine fermented separately. After tirage, each bottle is left for an extended second ferment, hand-riddled and disgorged in small batches. A low dosage rounds out the wine’s texture, highlighting its natural freshness and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeviation Road’s approach is as much about passion as it is about precision. The Altair Sparkling Rosé shines as a reflection of Kate's French training and Hamish’s deep family ties to the region. Whether enjoyed with sashimi, salmon, or even chilli prawns, it’s a wine that showcases Adelaide Hills at its best – vibrant, refined, and deeply rooted in tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deviation Road","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11148656082987,"sku":"MV Deviation Road Altair Sparkling Rosé","price":33.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/MVDeviationRoadAltairSparklingRose.webp?v=1728514732"},{"product_id":"nv-sam-miranda-prosecco-1","title":"NV Sam Miranda Prosecco","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's an Aussie Prosecco that's very much at the crisper end of the spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo lolly water or pear jam here, just lively bubbles and a finish that's fresh AF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuper good value bubbles primed and ready for a good time. What more could you want?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sam Miranda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11157813493803,"sku":"NV Sam Miranda Prosecco","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/media_686a1c13-1acb-4f01-82a2-ed8e4481f8f2.png?v=1596704296"},{"product_id":"nv-range-life-prosecco-1","title":"NV Range Life Prosecco","description":"\u003cp\u003eProsecco is becoming ever more popular as an inexpensive alternative to traditional method sparkling wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with the majority of the Prosecco in the country, this fruit is grown in the King Valley. It's uncomplicated yet extremely tasty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn absolute no-brainer sparkling wine, packaged well, and priced for casual drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're the sort of person that likes to have some bubbles on hand at all times, this is a great go-to.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Range Life","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11157825847339,"sku":"NV Range Life Prosecco","price":22.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/media_5c61d799-9e1c-4476-b1ac-f1555c06624a.png?v=1596704297"},{"product_id":"nv-chambers-old-vine-muscat-375ml-1","title":"NV Chambers Old Vine Muscat 375ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe great value entry point into the famous Chambers fortifieds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chambers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11157849210923,"sku":"NV Chambers Old Vine Muscat 375ml","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/media_db2c6e82-961d-4194-8a29-8566f0fb605c.png?v=1528024076"},{"product_id":"nv-chambers-grand-muscat-375ml-1","title":"NV Chambers Grand Muscat 375ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eDevastatingly delicious Grand Muscat from one of the great Rutherglen estates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chambers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11157849243691,"sku":"NV Chambers Grand Muscat 375ml","price":63.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/media_e913dab8-28d9-43fb-b4c1-3ba7f4348911.png?v=1596786928"},{"product_id":"nv-josef-chromy-sparkling","title":"NV Josef Chromy Sparkling","description":"\u003cp\u003eJosef Chromy in an icon of the Tasmanian wine industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter migrating from Czechoslovakia in 1950 he has been one of the bastions of cool-climate wines in Australia. An imaginative blend of historical techniques combined with fresh, innovative ideas has seen his wines gain major recognition nationwide. With vineyards in the premium wine making region of the Tamar Valley in Tasmania, his label specialises in Pinot Noir, Riesling and Sparklings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fruit for the NV in hand picked from Jo’s premium vineyards in the north of Tassie. With ⅔ Pinot Noir and ⅓ Chardonnay, 18 months on lees and no malo whatsoever, this bubbly is a great introduction to premium style Sparkling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreviously nominated for Winestate’s Wine of the Year, this offers great value for money and all round drinkability for any occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Josef Chromy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12037928943659,"sku":"NV Josef Chromy Sparkling","price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/NVJosefChromySparkling_b1603d9d-8a0a-4d27-af8c-d10203d3ce5d.webp?v=1747891659"},{"product_id":"nv-clover-hill-cuvee-rose","title":"NV Clover Hill Cuvee Rosé","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the country's most bankable sparkling Rose wines, the NV Rose from Clover Hill delivers class without a huge pricetag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is sourced from premium vineyards across Tasmania, it's aged on lees for a minimum for two years before being disgorged, it's complex, refreshing and delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis dry, pale sparkling Rose is delicious and the perfect all-rounder good-time bubbly for any occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clover Hill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13308166996011,"sku":"NV Clover Hill Cuvee Rosé","price":34.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Clover_Hill_Cuvee_Rose.png?v=1570191105"},{"product_id":"modern-mclaren-vale-masterclass-pack","title":"All Hail McLaren Vale Red Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcLaren Vale is one of the most exciting and innovative wine regions in Australia, with some of our favourite producers kicking goals in the coastal winemaking oasis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are six of our favourite reds from the region that gives you a fresh, modern look at the current state of play in The Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Hail!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 In Praise of Shadows Mankai Touriga Graciano Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bondar Junto GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Inkwell Infidels Primitivo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Dune Cactus Canyon Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 S.C. Pannell Dead End Tempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Adelina McLaren Vale Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 In Praise of Shadows Mankai Touriga Graciano Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTouriga Nacional, Graciano, Monastrell and Grenache come together here in a crisp and minerally red from McLaren Vale. It's a marriage of three different vineyards, multiple different winemaking approaches, and all sorts of vibrant deliciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the fruit is co-fermented, some of it is left on skins for three weeks, some of it seeks carbonic maceration and time in oak, then it all gets blended together to become the perfect red fruited, aromatic and easy drinking red. A lick of spice, too, a hint of stony minerality and a whole lot of joyful drinking at a stupidly good price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect wine to share in good company, and versatile drinking too. Pop it in the fridge or enjoy it at room temperature - the choice is yours!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Ripe raspberry, blueberry, violet, ozone and ironstone, spice. It's juicy, quite purple in flavour, a bit stony and 'mineral' in feel, dried roses and raspberry jubes, fresh, Earl Gray tea, crushed boysenberry, with grainy tannin, and potpourri perfume to close. Such a good wine. So much character, and beautifully made too. Recommended.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 In Praise of Shadows Mankai Touriga Graciano Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-in-praise-of-shadows-mankai-touriga-graciano-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bondar Junto GSM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dynamic couple have carved out a niche for their eponymous label as one of the most exciting and in demand wineries in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinkability is writ large across the range. The 'Junto' (Spanish for 'together') is a wine made for easily enjoying with friends and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grenache is the main character, with Shiraz, Mataro and Cinsault the supporting cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is as delicious as medium-bodied reds get from this part of the world. Incredibly versatile and impossibly moreish, Andre and Selina have done it again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is 65\/16\/8\/8\/3% grenache\/shiraz\/mataro\/cinsault\/carignan. It feels even finer and more elegant than prior. A cool year, yes, but it feels like evolution, too. Either way, what a charming thing it is, redolent of blue and red florals, just-picked wild raspberry and bright-red cherries, along with hardy Mediterranean herbs. It’s not just about front, though, with a fine and complex netting of natural tannin and a vivid line of acidity. What elevates it is skipping the easy path of pulpy frivolity for a gastronomic architecture and lightness of feel.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Bondar Junto GSM\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bondar-junto-gsm\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Inkwell Infidels Primitivo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Infidels is Primitivo sourced from the immaculate Inkwell vineyard in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the last few vintages it has gained a reputation for being one of the country's most drinkable\/loveable alternate varieties, and is often the fastest-selling Inkwell wine - understandably so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oak is set firmly to the background of the mid-weight palate and the perky red fruits and spice of this variety on display for all to see. The fruit weight, tannin, and acidity playing perfectly with each other. Simply delightful drinking and on their best releases to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s a wine of grain and groove and silk. It’s most enjoyable.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 Inkwell Infidels Primitivo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-inkwell-infidels-primitivo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Dune Cactus Canyon Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe latest single-varietal wine from this energetic and evolving project that in a short period of time has helped the Lloyd brothers burst out of the shadow of their family estate Coriole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2021 was the first time they released the Cactus Canyon Grenache, and this 2022 is a brilliant follow-up. It's a deliberately lighter style, picked early and with minimal oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a spicy, floral little number that really bursts out of the glass with gorgeously exotic Grenache aromas and a fresh and lively palate. Give it a light chill when the sun's out and you're in for a treat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Dune Cactus Canyon Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-dune-cactus-canyon-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 S.C. Pannell Dead End Tempranillo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is another fantastic Tempranillo release from the peerless S.C. Pannell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from his home in McLaren Vale, this is a staple of his range and one of the most popular wines at his beautiful cellar door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDead End embodies so much of the S.C. Pannell philosophy, it is bright, medium bodied and made for drinking in the warm Aussie climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have loved the the mulit-award winning Tempranillo Touriga in the past, then this is going to be right up your alley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 S.C. Pannell Dead End Tempranillo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-s-c-pannell-dead-end-tempranillo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Adelina McLaren Vale Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCol McBryde at Adelina wanted to make a Shiraz that was a little different to their usual one - a bit more dark and broody, but still keeping the classic Adelina style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo Col sourced some certified organic fruit from the McLaren Vale, coming from a ripper site in Kangarilla managed by two impeccable growers, Yanagrra's Michael Lane and Pete Fraser. We all know what great fruit and a deft touch equals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's got a focus more on dark fruit flavour than their Clare Valley reds, with chewy tannin and a bit more of a broodiness to its personality. Still inherently Adelina in style, it's something a little different - and incredibly delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Red and black berries, quite nutty, a little spice and dried herb perfume. Medium-bodied, red fruits mainly, again that nutty character, with a little mint, fine dusty tannin grip with a savoury tobacco edge, lively with plenty of energy, and a firm finish of good length. Good wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bErXltP8vZg?si=bQ_vD_clJdxrG53_\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Adelina McLaren Vale Shiraz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-adelina-mclaren-vale-shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14399425085483,"sku":"All Hail McLaren Vale Red Pack","price":179.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/AllHailMcLarenValeRedPack.webp?v=1718939930"},{"product_id":"2016-mount-mary-quintet","title":"2016 Mount Mary Quintet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe iconic Mount Mary Quintet is one of the jewels of the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blend of the five Bordeaux varieties, planted side-by-side on one of the Yarra's most revered sites. This personifies the medium-bodied, regal style of Cabernet blends from this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2016 vintage was warmer than average, the fruit getting to perfect ripeness and beautifully guided to bottle by young family winemaker Sam Middleton. All the ducks in a row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thing of beauty. A thing of class. A wine for the cellar to be marvelled at for decades to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Delightful flavour of small red (mainly) and black berries, deft and precise, with a finish that's long and crisp, which leaves no doubt about the quality of this wine. Line and length. Fragrance and poise. Subtle, yet thoroughly persuasive. Gentle rasp of tannin cleans the mouth. It's a rare bird, this Cabernet.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The ultimate Bordeaux blend, both in theory and reality. Almost butterfly wing transparency, yet compelling intensity and length, the flavours spanning cassis to blueberry to plum and blackcurrant, all with a textured backing.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Mount Mary 'One Little Hill'\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0brDAeIfm1k\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mount Mary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14551523229739,"sku":"2016 Mount Mary Quintet","price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/MountMaryQuintet_fd6117a8-a044-4c3f-ae16-ba7ccbf3e0b2.webp?v=1760921285"},{"product_id":"women-in-wine-mixed-pack","title":"Women in Wine Mixed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pack celebrates six exceptional Australian female winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wines come from all corners of the country, showcasing a wide range of varieties and winemaking styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Rieslingfreak No. 11 Mosaik Eden Valley Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vignerons Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown Schatz Sylvaner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Unico Zelo Jade \u0026amp; Jasper Fiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Stargazer Rada Pinot Meunier Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Billy Button The Alluring Tempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Ochota Barrels Where's the Pope? Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Rieslingfreak No. 11 Mosaik Eden Valley Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Hughes, the mastermind behind Rieslingfreak, has a knack for pushing Riesling into exciting new territory. His No. 11 “Mosaik” Eden Valley Riesling is no exception, blending classic Eden Valley purity with a touch of creative flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this release, Hughes aged pristine Eden Valley fruit in seasoned French oak barrels for a year, adding depth and texture without overshadowing the wine’s natural freshness. The result is a Riesling with beautiful layers of citrus zest, fresh pineapple, and a hint of salted nuts, all wrapped in a silky, creamy texture. The time in oak also brings subtle spice and structure, balancing the zippy acidity that Riesling lovers crave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a diehard Riesling fan or just starting your exploration, the No. 11 is a brilliant wine. Pair it with fragrant Thai dishes, a creamy cheese board, or enjoy it on its own as a conversation starter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an outrageously delicious and complex offering from John \u0026amp; Belinda Hughes. It's exclusively available at Different Drop. Riesling lovers, you can't miss this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TTkbtnXMNqg\" title=\"Passion and Obsession with Riesling with John Hughes of Rieslingfreak!\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-rieslingfreak-no-11-mosaik-eden-valley-riesling\" title=\"2023 Rieslingfreak No. 11 Mosaik Eden Valley Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vignerons Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown Schatz Sylvaner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo many interesting new things emerging from the Vigneron Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown cellar at the moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their core range of Pret-a-Blanc, Rouge and Rose consistently delivering value, and their single vineyard wines from cooler sites in Beechworth and the Whitlands region finding their way onto premium wine lists and into considered cellars, they are now experimenting with smaller batches of fruit to make a few curios that add colour to the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sylvaner is a serious look at the variety. A little barrel ferment and a touch of skin contact for a little grip have done wonders for this often-times neutral variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours are subtle, all flowers, spice and a pristine line of refreshing acidity. Small amounts made but 100% worth a look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Kasia Sobiesiak described last year’s Schatz Sylvaner as an “aromatised bitter white wine with a dazzling texture” and given that the same kind of descriptor applies here, I can’t top that. This is so floral and so detailed and so well flavoured and so lingering, but the grainy, rind-like, dry tension of the texture is what really captivates. A kind of salty, tonic-like, sea-spray aspect doesn’t hurt either. VS\u0026amp;B are really on a winner here.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vignerons-schmolzer-brown-schatz-sylvaner\" title=\"2024 Vignerons Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown Schatz Sylvaner\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Unico Zelo Jade \u0026amp; Jasper Fiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"One of those white wines that can suit almost any situation calling for a good glass - it's destined for the lunch table.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Brendan \u0026amp; Laura Carter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Unico Zelo owner\/winemaking dynamic duo of Brendan and Laura Carter are hugely passionate about Fiano, and they wholeheartedly believe in this variety's suitability to Australia's climate and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo do we, it's a winner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comes from the ancient sandy limestone soils on the iconic Ricca Terra Farms vineyard in the Riverland region of South Australia. Like in previous years it's a wonderfully textural wine, with the detail and balancew improving each and every year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll up it's delicious to drink, perfectly built for enjoying with food and great value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-dashlane-frameid=\"847\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GuhS39yXv4w?si=d7AfPDpdPrqMqPS3\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-unico-zelo-jade-jasper-fiano\" title=\"2023 Unico Zelo Jade \u0026amp; Jasper Fiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Stargazer Rada Pinot Meunier Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a delicious lighter styled red from the talented hands of Sam Connew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere, Sam blends Pinot Meunier from Pipers Brook with Pinot Noir from the Coal River Valley to give a summery red wine that can be enjoyed while the weather is warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's sweetness from the lively Pinot Noir fruit, a touch of savouriness from the Meunier. It's packaged beautifully and ready to rip into.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like to have something that's red but crisp and crunchy in your glass, this is a fine choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-stargazer-rada-pinot-meunier-pinot-noir\" title=\"2024 Stargazer Rada Pinot Meunier Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Billy Button The Alluring Tempranillo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJo Marsh's Billy Button 'The Alluring' Tempranillo is a classic cool-climate Temp with a little attitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJo selects two parcels of fruit each year from two different vineyards in her beloved Alpine Valleys. One parcel has fruit which is a little brighter, the other a little more savoury. Together they create just the right amount of 'allure' in the wine, a Tempranillo which is ready to go, right now, whenever you are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in typically small amounts (as is the Billy Button way), you'll need to be quick if you want to give this a whirl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-billy-button-the-alluring-tempranillo\" title=\"2022 Billy Button The Alluring Tempranillo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Ochota Barrels Where's the Pope? Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine only entered the Ochota Barrels fray a few years ago, the cryptically named Where's the Pope? Syrah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comes from younger vines planted in 1996 on the Green Room Grenache vineyard in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, it's not your run of the mill McLaren Vale Shiraz: it comes with all the perfume, lift and energy that you expect from the wines of Ochota Barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrettiness is not a character you would typically use to describe Shiraz from this region, but this is made with a gentle hand, some soft foot-stomping and a short time in old barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's lively, fresh and super silky to drink. McLaren Vale Shiraz at its most elemental. Delicious stuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-ochota-barrels-wheres-the-pope-syrah\" title=\"2024 Ochota Barrels Where's the Pope? Syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15768800526379,"sku":"Women in Wine Mixed Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/WomeninWineMixedPack_1.webp?v=1735870311"},{"product_id":"awesome-autumn-reds-pack","title":"Awesome Autumn Reds Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eAutumn is here, and so is one of our best wine deals of the year. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Awesome Autumn Reds Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together six killer bottles, handpicked for their sheer drinkability, regional charm, and outright deliciousness. With \u003cstrong\u003e20% off\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is your chance to stock up on some of the country’s most exciting reds at a ridiculously good price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Garagiste Le Stagiaire Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Mada Bit of Heaven Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Frederick Stevenson Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Brash Higgins FRNC Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Mercer Tempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vinden Shiraz Nouveau\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Garagiste Le Stagiaire Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery year, Barney Flanders takes a selection of some of his favourite Pinot parcels from his Mornington sites - Balnarring, Red Hill, Merricks Grove and now Merricks North - and throws down a Pinot that makes the rest of the $35ish crowd in the region look a bit undercooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMerricks North leads the blend this year, with plush, perfumed Dijon clones lifting the deep, structural MV6 from the other sites. Whole berries, wild ferments, a short spell on skins, then time in large oak and concrete before bottling it with no fining and no filtering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s got a real Mornington weight and presence to it. Ripe red fruits, a flicker of spice, and a smooth ride of tannin through the finish. When we tasted the 2025, we commented that it feels like Barney's pulled back on the structure and upped the slurpability in this release. It's hard to picture a better value entry into Mornington Pinot than this little beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of our most popular wines every year. How Barney manages to get this quality at this price point never ceases to amaze us but we're glad he does and hope he never stops!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Garagiste Le Stagiaire Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-garagiste-le-stagiaire-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Mada Bit of Heaven Sangiovese\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHamish Young has a way with Sangiovese that most struggle to find. While others might try to bulk it up into something heavy and shapeless, he's always been about finesse. We’ve followed the Mada story since the early days, and seeing how he handles this Hilltops fruit year-on-year is a highlight for us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2023 comes from the Bit of Heaven site in Wombat, grown on granite-rich clay loams. He’s given it 14 months in oak, but kept the new wood to just 15% - just enough to give it a framework without masking the fruit. It’s all about that gentle touch in the cellar: de-stemmed fruit, three weeks on skins, pretty classic for Sangio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s got that classic Sangiovese snap - think crunchy cranberries, rose petals, and a hit of fresh garden herbs. The tannins are silty and fine, making it incredibly bright and drinkable. Hamish has nailed the balance here; it's a fresh, savoury red that’s light on its feet and absolutely charming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A highly appealing, juicy and oh-so-easy-to-drink sangio. Full of good varietal aromas and flavours – all sweet cherries and pips, florals and Middle Eastern spices, yet super savoury... Delicious.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Mada Bit of Heaven Sangiovese\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-mada-bit-of-heaven-sangiovese\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Frederick Stevenson Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve Crawford works with some great old vineyards across the Barossa Valley, with the Hongell Grenache coming from a vineyard just to the south of the historic Barossa sub-region of Tanunda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was made with 30% whole bunches and old oak. Steve looks to capture the personality of each vineyard he works from, here he's done a top notch job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's Barossa Grenache with a different look. It's bright, crunchy, and wickedly drinkable. Grenache fans with a penchant for original expressions of the variety should get on this, particularly as volumes are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Red fruit, cranberry, white pepper, dried herb and rosehip, a little orange peel. A lighter bodied style, crisp and lively, fine dusty and peppery grip, a light amaro tang to it gives it a cool alpine character, with a crisp red fruited finish of brightness and excellent length. Beautifully made with a distinctly Italianate (Pelaverga springs to mind) quality to it. I’m all about this. What a great drink!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Frederick Stevenson Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-frederick-stevenson-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Brash Higgins FRNC Cabernet Franc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew wines in Australia have championed Cabernet Franc quite like Brash Higgins’ FRNC. From its first release, this wine has been at the forefront of the modern, fresh, and vibrant Cabernet Franc movement, proving just how exciting this variety can be in McLaren Vale’s unique terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage delivered ideal growing conditions with an even season and small berry set, leading to excellent concentration and balance. Sourced from a high ridge of an ancient sand dune in McLaren Flat, the fruit was handpicked, wild fermented, and left on skins for five weeks, before ageing for 15 months in old French oak to preserve aromatics and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we're left with in the glass is a translucent violet hue with a nose that leaps from the glass - jalapeño, alpine herbs, violets, and roasted bell pepper all swirl together, underpinned by rose petals and mulberry. The palate is silky and mouth-filling, with pure, ripe fruit, subtle spice, and papery tannins that glide into a long, smooth finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Loire-inspired yet uniquely Australian take on Cabernet Franc, this is bright, fragrant, and dangerously drinkable - but with enough structure to age beautifully. It disappears fast every year, so don’t wait too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This leads with a cool herbal thread, an aromatic spread of green pepper, bay, tea tree, green chilli, Worcestershire, tart blackberry and wild fennel. It’s lightly framed, supple through the palate, textural, a little saline, with that wild fennel note lingering through the finish, like chewing on the pleasingly bitter fresh seeds.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Brash Higgins FRNC Cabernet Franc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-brash-higgins-frnc-cabernet-franc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Mercer Tempranillo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAaron Mercer is a massive fan of Tempranillo’s potential in Australia, especially in a high-altitude spot like Orange. He’s built this 2025 release in a deliberate Joven style, which is just a fancy way of saying it’s made for freshness and immediate drinking rather than being tucked away in a cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we tried this Temp the word \"gluggable\" kept coming up. It’s a mid-weight red that really celebrates the bright, crunchy fruit you get from those cooler slopes. Aaron avoids heavy oak here to let the fruit do the talking, so you get heaps of plush cherries and raspberries with a nice little savoury hit of dried herbs on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s an unpretentious, easy-going red that’s perfect for a mid-week pasta or a casual BBQ. If you’re after something vibrant and smashable that doesn't overcomplicate things, this hits the spot perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Mercer Tempranillo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-mercer-tempranillo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vinden Shiraz Nouveau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAngus Vinden is one of the sharpest young winemakers in the Hunter, and his Shiraz Nouveau is a brilliant example of how he’s pushing the region forward while staying true to its roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Shiraz made for the here and now – bright, juicy and wonderfully perfumed. Sourced from Angus’s own vineyard (planted in 1995) and a site in Broke, it’s wild-fermented with a touch of whole bunch and then aged in concrete and old oak. The result is a light, energetic red full of red berries, spice and a little floral lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s the kind of wine that takes Hunter Shiraz in a fresher, more playful direction. Best served with a slight chill, it’s perfect for warm afternoons, casual dinners and those times you just want a glass that goes down easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern Hunter Shiraz at its most delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Vinden Shiraz Nouveau\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vinden-shiraz-nouveau\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15798549708843,"sku":"Awesome Autumn Reds Pack","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/AwesomeAutumnRedsPack_b087008e-5280-4051-8c4b-37e6062231a5.webp?v=1773630053"},{"product_id":"nv-jansz-premium-cuvee","title":"NV Jansz Premium Cuvée","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe name Jansz has become synonymous with ultra premium Sparkling from Tassie and offers extreme value at every price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is their entry level bubbly but is anything but entry level quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA near 50\/50 blend of Pinot and Chardonnay, it's made in the traditional Champagne method and genuinely carries much more quality and complexity than its price tag would suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen compared to some of Australia’s biggest name bubblies, this is a no brainer for all occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jansz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15805422960683,"sku":"NV Jansz Premium Cuvée","price":26.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Jansz_Premium_Cuvee120.png?v=1553487085"},{"product_id":"its-only-natural-pack","title":"It's Only Natural Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eNatural wine is one of the most talked about trends around the wine world, and this mixed pack is the perfect gateway into this popular style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere you'll find six great examples of Australian wines made with minimal intervention in the vineyard and the winery, all made by terrific small producers, and also delivering fresh, vibrant and characterful wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether a natural wine lover or new to the style, this mixed pack of lo-fi legends is sure to provide plenty of joy!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pack Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 The Other Right Unfurl Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Konpira Maru Mt Midoriyama Classic Pet-Nat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Momento Mori Fistful of Flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Jauma Somewhere on Another Hill Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Lucy M. Sangiovese Barbera Nebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Surfer Rosa Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 The Other Right Unfurl Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"318\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eUnfurl is The Other Right doing what they do best — turning preconceptions inside out and making wines that feel genuinely alive. This is Shiraz, but not the way most Aussies know it. There’s no oak bomb, no syrupy weight, just bright, energetic fruit and a texture that makes you want to drink it, not think about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"678\" data-start=\"320\"\u003eThe fruit’s from the Adelaide Hills, picked early, fermented gently and bottled with nothing added. It’s wild and a little untamed, sure, but there’s clarity too — a kind of quiet confidence that doesn’t need fixing or fussing. The 2024 vintage feels especially well pitched: light, juicy, a touch of spice, and just enough grip to stop it feeling throwaway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"882\" data-start=\"680\"\u003eIt’s the kind of wine that doesn’t demand food, cellaring or ceremony. Just open, pour, maybe chill it a little if the weather’s warm, and enjoy the ride. Honest, expressive, and way too easy to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-the-other-right-unfurl-shiraz\" title=\"2024 The Other Right Unfurl Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Konpira Maru Mt Midoriyama Classic Pet-Nat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pet Nat flood continues!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis latest offering from Alastair and Sam at Konpira Maru is fantastic and a freight-train of fun to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree varieties from the Eurangie Park Vineyard in the King Valley combine forces here in a classic (*ahem) blend of 70% Dolcetto, 20% Chardonnay, 10% Gewurztraminer. There are only really two rules when you make Pet Nat: make it fizzy and make it delightful to drink. The boys have nailed it on both accounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not a profoundly complex wine but it will absolutely get you coming back for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-konpira-maru-mt-midoriyama-classic-pet-nat\" title=\"2025 Konpira Maru Mt Midoriyama Classic Pet-Nat\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Momento Mori Fistful of Flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"444\" data-start=\"127\"\u003eMade by Dane and Hannah Johns at Momento Mori, Fistful of Flowers is a blend of Moscato Giallo and Vermentino from organically farmed vines in Heathcote. The fruit is handled as simply as possible – wild ferments, no fining, no filtering, no sulphur – keeping the wine fresh and full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"717\" data-start=\"446\"\u003eThe 2024 is light, fragrant and just a little textural, with plenty of citrus, blossom and stone fruit notes lifted by bright acidity. It’s refreshing without being simple, with a touch of savoury grip that makes it work just as well at the table as it does on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"831\" data-start=\"719\"\u003eLow in alcohol and seriously easy to drink, it’s a white that feels lively, vibrant and made for good company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-momento-mori-fistful-of-flowers\" title=\"2024 Momento Mori Fistful of Flowers\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Jauma Somewhere on Another Hill Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames Erskine’s boundary-pushing approach to natural winemaking takes centre stage with this compelling Sauvignon Blanc. Known for redefining expectations, Jauma’s wines are crafted with purity and energy, a true reflection of their origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine comes from a secret site in McLaren Vale, farmed organically by Dave Gartelman. At 380 metres, the vineyard benefits from cooler conditions more akin to the Adelaide Hills than McLaren Vale. The 25-year-old vines are planted on red clay with shale and quartzite, bringing mineral intensity to the fruit. The grapes were destemmed and left on skins for four weeks, a maceration process that balances ripe tropical fruit with refined phenolics. The wine then rested on lees for 13 months in seasoned French puncheons, allowing its structure and finesse to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it’s as much about texture and acidity as it is about flavour, with a light, quenching feel that lingers long after the last sip. This is Sauvignon Blanc, but not as you know it—Erskine’s nuanced take showcases the variety’s ability to shine under natural, hands-off methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiny quantities available; this is one to experience before it disappears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-jauma-somewhere-on-another-hill-sauvignon-blanc\" title=\"2023 Jauma Somewhere on Another Hill Sauvignon Blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Lucy M. Sangiovese Barbera Nebbiolo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a love letter to the Italian classics, made in the heart of the Adelaide Hills by the natural wine legend, Anton van Klopper. This unique blend of 50% Sangiovese, 30% Barbera, and 20% Nebbiolo is crafted from meticulously sourced, organically farmed fruit: the Sangiovese from the Piccadilly Valley’s 60-year-old Deanery Vineyard (Australia’s oldest), the Barbera from McLaren Vale, and Nebbiolo from Hope Forest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented carbonically for just four days, the wine is bright and fresh, brimming with vibrant red fruit, wild herbs, and a lively, earthy complexity. Maturation in ceramic eggs adds a rounded texture and allows the pure flavours to shine. Expect a juicy, textured palate with subtle spice, fine tannins, and a refreshing finish – a wine as full of personality as Anton’s trailblazing vision for low-intervention Australian wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re dreaming of Tuscany or Piemonte, this Lucy M. blend brings a taste of Italian soul to Aussie soil - bright, bouncy and delicious to the last drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A blend of many parcels that makes a convincing sum of the parts. Another highwater mark from Lucy M from this suite of red releases. Loaded with character, a bustling hive of edgy, red berry fruitiness, crushed rock minerality, alpine herb, pepper, woodsy spice, cola and green olive. Fun is a by word. A thirst quenching red of vigour and pop, a crispness, crunch, textural chew and savouriness deeply inlaid. Frisky red. Fun. Delight!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-lucy-m-sangiovese-barbera-nebbiolo\" title=\"2024 Lucy M. Sangiovese Barbera Nebbiolo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Surfer Rosa Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing says summer like the release of Surfer Rosa. It’s Ochota’s take on Rosé: crisp, dry, and built for the kind of afternoons that turn into evenings without you noticing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year’s blend is Pinot Noir from the Adelaide Hills with a splash of old-vine Grenache (and just a whisper of Gewürztraminer for lift). Picked early to lock in freshness, it shows pale salmon in the glass and bursts with red berries, citrus zest and a flicker of spice. The palate is snappy and textural - think cranberry, strawberry and a little savoury grip - before finishing bone dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not trying to be complicated, just beautifully judged. A chilled bottle of Surfer Rosa, some good company, and you’re set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-ochota-barrels-surfer-rosa-rose\" title=\"2025 Ochota Barrels Surfer Rosa Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16044488589355,"sku":"It's Only Natural Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/It_sOnlyNaturalPack_30f9daae-300e-4e94-95a4-86bc4853a7c7.webp?v=1761100785"},{"product_id":"rose-revolution-pack","title":"Rose Revolution Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you drink Rosé in any way, shape or form, you need this pack in your house. Nowhere else will you see a collection of small-batch, artisan \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/rose\" title=\"Rose Wine\"\u003eRosés\u003c\/a\u003e like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of these wines was made in a modern, dry and savoury style - no adult cordial here. These are serious Rosé wines. Pinks that pack a punch. If you take your Rosé seriously and really like to drink pink, this pack is for you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Dominique Portet Fontaine Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Spinifex Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Jules Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Mada Wines Nebbiolo Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Vanguardist Botanic Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Vinden Headcase Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Dominique Portet Fontaine Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWho better to make an Australian interpretation of Provence-styled rose than a Frenchman who has worked in Provence?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Portet family were one of the pioneers of this modern, dry, savoury style of rose and this is one of their best releases to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Shiraz - this is a deceptively textural style of rose given that it never sees a wooden barrel. It's dry, crisp and ludicrously easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistently one of the great bargains of Australian Rose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Dominique Portet Fontaine Rose\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-dominique-portet-fontaine-rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Spinifex Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpinifex's main man, Pete Schell, treats his rosé with just as much seriousness as his top-tier reds, and it really shows in the glass. This has long been one of the benchmarks for the dry, Provence-style in Australia, but it always feels distinctly rooted in the Barossa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 is a blend of Mataro and Grenache, with Mataro taking the lead this year at over half the blend. The fruit comes from four different dry-grown spots across the valley - Angaston, Ebenezer, Vine Vale, and Bethany - from vines anywhere between 25 and 90 years old. Pete gives the grapes a few hours on skins to get that perfect pale hue and a bit of silken texture before letting it rest on lees in tank for six months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s got a great energy to it, full of wild strawberry and pink grapefruit notes with a savoury, herbal edge that keeps it from being simple. This is exactly what you want for a long lunch. It’s fresh, bone-dry, but it has the kind of detail and finesse that sets it apart from your average pink wine. Another stellar release from one of the masters of the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Perfect rosé for quaffing and\/or contemplating. It’s textural, it’s spicy, it has a bit of grip and while it’s pale, it has more than enough savoury-accented flavour to satisfy. It tastes of raspberry, cranberry, earth, sweet spice and florals, and from start to finish it nails the brief and then some.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Spinifex Rose\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-spinifex-rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Jules Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOutstanding value Provence Rose made from Cinsault and Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eJules is Julian Faulkner, son of the Faulkner family who took over the Domaine du Grand Cros in the heart of Provence, and who now make both prestige and bargain Roses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's salmon pale rather than watery, dry and refreshing but still with flesh and flavour, and it leaves a bounce in your step, not a hole in your wallet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of our most popular Provence Roses and with good reason!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Jules Rose\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-jules-rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Mada Wines Nebbiolo Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHamish Young has a way with texture that sets his wines apart, and this Nebbiolo Rosé is one of the best examples of his style. It has become a cult favourite for a reason - it delivers serious complexity while remaining incredibly fun to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the Mullany Family Vineyard in Wombat (near Young, NSW), the fruit comes from vines planted in 1996 on ancient red sands, shale and granite. It is a harsh, continental site that produces Nebbiolo with thick skins and plenty of personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHamish leans into that character rather than trying to polish it away. For the 2025 vintage, he included a portion of harder pressings to introduce some tannin grip. The ferment was split between stainless steel (50%), old French oak (44%) and a small whole-berry component (6%).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mix of vessels builds layers into the wine. It isn't just a simple \"summer water\"; it has genuine crunch and weight. Expect notes of watermelon slushy, smashed nectarine and orange rind, backed by a dry, savoury finish that keeps you coming back for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Mada Wines Nebbiolo Rose\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-mada-wines-nebbiolo-rose-1\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Vanguardist Botanic Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow in its second release, the Botanic Rosé is fast becoming one of the standouts in Michael Corbett’s Vanguardist range - a wine that shows just how much character and texture a serious rosé can have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced mainly from the Rende Vineyard in Blewitt Springs, where old Grenache and Syrah vines grow in deep, sandy soils, this is a blend that captures both freshness and depth. The fruit was foot-crushed and cold settled overnight before fermentation in a mix of stainless steel, concrete sphere, and egg - each vessel bringing its own shape and feel to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is dry, savoury and beautifully balanced. You’ll find notes of grapefruit, pomegranate, spice and fine herbs, all bound together by crisp acidity and a gentle, powdery tannin line. It’s bright enough to drink now but has the structure to evolve gracefully with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than just a summer sipper, the 2025 Botanic Rosé shows Michael Corbett’s skill in turning precision and restraint into something expressive, layered, lively and so smashable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Excellent, and a stellar illustration of why the rosé category is now not just of high quality but also richly diverse.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Vanguardist Botanic Rose\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-vanguardist-botanic-rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Vinden Headcase Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngus Vinden keeps pushing the Hunter Valley in fresh directions, and this Rosé is a perfect snapshot of that energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from a bit of everything - Tempranillo, Semillon, Shiraz, Gewürz, and more - it’s crafted from ten separate ferments, with fruit handled in stainless, old oak, and concrete to keep things lively but layered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s dry, bright, and full of character, with a bit of extra texture thanks to some time on Chardonnay lees. Nothing simple here, there’s real thought behind this wine. The balance between red fruit, citrus, and a flicker of spice makes it as at home at a backyard barbecue as it is on a dinner table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by Bandol but raised in the Hunte - this is one of our favourite Aussie roses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Vinden Headcase Rose\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-vinden-headcase-rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30283263311915,"sku":"Rose Revolution Pack","price":159.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/RoseRevolutionPack_c086af0c-1a9b-42c5-b2a4-40e1978acaad.webp?v=1780982996"},{"product_id":"nv-delamere-sparkling-rose","title":"NV Delamere Sparkling Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NV Delamere Sparkling Rosé is an excellent value pink fizz from the cool, Delamere vineyard in Pipers Brook in Tasmania. Made from 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, this rosé is handpicked, whole-bunch pressed, and aged for 18 months on lees. The base 2022 vintage is layered with reserve wines from previous years, adding complexity to its lively fruit profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelamere’s sparkling wines reflect the steady, cool climate of Pipers Brook, where the Bass Strait’s influence helps the fruit ripen slowly, preserving natural acidity and intense flavour. This unique climate gives Delamere an edge in producing sparkling wines that are all about freshness and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2008, owners Fran and Shane have poured their passion into Delamere, one of Tasmania’s rare single-vineyard sparkling houses. Their commitment to capturing this special terroir makes Delamere one of the rising stars on Australia’s sparkling wine scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Graceful and vivid on the palate with a crystalline acid driveline, excellent tension and a clean, long, refreshing finish that shows great velocity and length of flavour.\" - Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delamere","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30949640503339,"sku":"NV Delamere Sparkling Rose","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Delamere_Sparkling_Rose.png?v=1572233305"},{"product_id":"nv-swift-cuvee-brut","title":"NV Swift Cuvee Brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NV Swift Cuvée Brut is a traditional method sparkling crafted from the highest vineyards in New South Wales, on the volcanic slopes of Mount Canobolas (Gaahna Bulla) in the Orange Wine Region. The Swift family saw the region's potential in 2009, betting big on its cool climate and rich volcanic soils to produce sparkling wines with exceptional finesse. A decade and a bit later, they’re making some of the most highly regarded sparkling wines in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Drew Tuckwell’s dedication shines here, with each bottle spending up to 96 months on lees to build that irresistible depth and richness. This is classic méthode traditionnelle at its finest, with a chardonnay-dominant blend balanced by pinot noir and a touch of reserve wines, giving complexity without overwhelming the bright citrus, baked brioche, and delicate mineral notes. With a restrained dosage, the NV Swift Cuvée Brut is pure, layered, and perfectly in tune with its high-altitude origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready a mainstay in Tyson Stelzer's Sparkling Hall of Fame, this is a wine that’s all about elegance, cool-climate craftsmanship, and the kind of patience that only the finest sparkling producers have. Whether you’re celebrating something big or just feel like treating yourself, this bottle promises a masterclass in Australian sparkling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"White peach, pomelo skin and nashi pear. Cider apples, cherry blossoms and crushed chalk. Calippo-like freshness. Mouth-watering acidity with a wash of white stone minerality and sea spray. Plenty of tension and precision here, with a real pureness to the orchard fruit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Swift","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30949640536107,"sku":"NV Swift Cuvee Brut","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Swift_Cuvee_Brut.png?v=1572233548"},{"product_id":"nv-swift-rose-cuvee","title":"NV Swift Rose Cuvee","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Swift sparkling wines have quickly risen through the ranks of the Australian wines scene to become considered one of the premier sparkling labels in this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family business established in 1996 by Jim and Ruth Swift, now run by their sons Ed and Dave, has put the Orange region on the map as some of the best terroir in Australia for producing elegant, complex sparkling wines of very high calibre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brut Rosé is comprised predominantly of Chardonnay, with some Pinot Noir fruit adding richness and palate weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a wonderfully floral and enticing style of blushed sparkling, showing creamy richness and sweet red berries set to a dry, savoury back drop. A fine example of the high quality sparkling coming from this producer. Delicious drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is a Japanese garden of cherry blossom, pickled plum and cranberry. Cooked quince and orange bitters. Monte Carlo biscuits and rosehip. Some savoury tones that surprise with paprika and peppercorn. A touch of raspberry tea leaf tannins and finishing quite dry. This wine screams for an array of food; it's moreish in its dry finish despite its 5g\/L dosage. A kaleidoscope of flavours wrapped in its fine bead. So much value for your coin here.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Swift","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30949640568875,"sku":"NV Swift Rose Cuvee","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Swift_Rose_Cuvee.png?v=1572233689"},{"product_id":"nv-spinifex-solana","title":"NV Spinifex Solana","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's something you don't see from the Barossa every day!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Spinifex Solana is a multi-vintage white wine aged under flor in old barrels for a minimum of four year before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeter Schell, owner\/purveyor of Spinifex, selects parcels of fruit from each vintage to essentially be barreled down for a solera process. It's been a long time in the making. The first fruit for this project was squirreled away during the 2005 harvest. What now sits in the bottle is unlike any white wine you are likely to have tried from the famous Barossa region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a nutty, savoury, saline white golden wine with teriffic texture and extraordinary length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA one of a kind from a one of a kind Barossa winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spinifex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31071964528683,"sku":"NV Spinifex Solana","price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Spinifex_Solana.png?v=1574124281"},{"product_id":"nv-billy-button-wildflower-prosecco","title":"NV Billy Button Prosecco","description":"\u003cp\u003eJo Marsh has a long history of making top quality sparkling wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a past life, she was the sparkling maker at Seppelts, making some of the country's most iconic sparkling wines. For her own label, given her love of Italian varieties, it was always going to be a Prosecco in her range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShe makes this in a crisp, refreshing style. It's fresh and fruity, yet finishes dry making easy to keep coming back for another glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the perfect any time, anywhere sparkling and top value to boot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Billy Button","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31496284274731,"sku":"NV Billy Button Prosecco","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Billy_Button_Wildflower_Prosecco.png?v=1582011768"},{"product_id":"hickinbotham-masterclass-pack","title":"Hickinbotham Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hickinbotham vineyard is somewhat of a legend amongst the Australian winemaking community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in 1971 in the Clarendon region, fruit from this important site has contributed to some of the most iconic wines in Australia's history. Here you get to taste a selection of their classic estate-grown wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Mr. Grant Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Nest Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrooks Road is a Shiraz of intensity and polish, offering a more lifted, savoury expression of McLaren Vale from the elevated slopes of Clarendon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe site sits above the Onkaparinga Gorge, not far from the Adelaide Hills, and the wine often shows a cooler, more perfumed edge compared to the darker, denser styles found further south. The 2022 vintage plays right into this signature - there’s plush black fruit, but also violet, tapenade, spice and a fine-boned structure that speaks of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s plenty of presence and power here, but it’s carried on a frame of silky, well-integrated tannins. Winemakers Chris Carpenter and Peter Fraser employ whole bunches and large format oak to enhance the savoury dimension without sacrificing purity or fruit definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to go the distance but already showing remarkable clarity and balance, Brooks Road continues to prove why this vineyard has been prized for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“It’s a wine of intensity, verve and impressive harmony, with an elegant sheen of oak tastefully applied.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The Clarendon potency is all here with a nod to dried herbs and wildly fragrant spices. A complex and detailed wine that you can ponder for hours and marvel for days... A bucket list pairing would be a hearty pork and mushroom pie with gravy poured down the centre funnel. ”\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A classy, polished, consummately detailed, full-bodied shiraz. Not an ounce of flab or extraneous sweetness on its refined structural bones.”\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (jamessuckling.com)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-brooks-road-shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrueman is Hickinbotham’s flagship Cabernet and one of the most compelling examples of the variety in McLaren Vale—powerful, poised and built to age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is hand-picked from Hickinbotham’s elevated Clarendon vineyard, perched above the Onkaparinga Gorge. With winemaking by Napa heavyweight Chris Carpenter (Lokoya, Cardinale) and Yangarra’s Peter Fraser, Trueman is where old-vine Australian pedigree meets a polished, modern lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage was a cooler, drawn-out season, perfect for Cabernet, and the result is a wine of concentration and freshness. It opens with waves of blueberry, cassis and sage, with darker notes of olive tapenade, cocoa and graphite building in the glass. The palate is layered and structured, with fine tannins and a long, composed finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is serious Cabernet that can hold its own on any global stage. If you’re building a cellar or just love seeing the variety in its more elegant form, Trueman is a must.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An exceptional cabernet of flare and precision... A leader of the pack. Drinkable now, but best from 2030.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (jamessuckling.com)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deep and brooding properties... Cedar and currant, ripe mulberry, cassis... An excellent release.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Draws you in... Blueberry and lilac, blackberries baking in a pie... screams pedigree and expertise.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Claret style... gravel and blackcurrant aromas... strong foundations for a decade or more.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Angus Hughson (Vinous)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-trueman-cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Mr. Grant Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second release of Malbec from Hickinbotham is a serious statement of intent - powerful, plush and characterful, with all the hallmarks of a classic Clarendon red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after Clarendon’s first settler, Mr. Grant is drawn from a high-elevation, east-facing block planted in 2013. In 2022, the fruit came in pitch perfect, delivering a wine that’s deep in colour and layered in flavour. You’ll find raspberry compote, fresh herbs and rose petals on the nose, then a dark, supple palate dusted with cocoa, graphite and cracked pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not just showy fruit either - there’s real structure underneath. Malbec’s firm, round tannins lend shape, and a touch of Cabernet adds extra drive. It’s a wine that brings together plushness and polish with a savoury backbone, handled with care in the winery and aged in a mix of new and seasoned French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother compelling addition to the Hickinbotham range, and a must-try for fans of the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Glass-staining purple... full-bodied and dense... loaded with mouth-coating tannins... hugely impressive malbec.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Glossy ruby... lavender, lilacs, boysenberries... classy oak and impressionable immediacy of the fruit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (jamessuckling.com)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham Mr. Grant Malbec\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-mr-grant-malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Nest Cabernet Franc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Chris Carpenter's inspiration for this single varietal release of Cabernet Franc is none other than the Bordeaux icon, Cheval Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarpenter sees the depth and power of Bordeaux here, albeit through the silky McLaren Vale viel. It's a devastatingly smooth and seductive wine with perfectly ripe blackcurrant, boysenberry, violet and green leaf characters in spades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere so many modern Australian Cabernet Franc are built in the more youthful, energetic style reminiscent of the Loire Valley, this is a dead-serious cellaring option and arguably one of the most impressive examples of the variety ever produced in this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy it. Drink it. Savour it. Watch it unfurl over the coming decades. This is as good as Cabernet Franc gets in this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Expressive take on cabernet franc... elegance and varietal clarity... refined structural drive.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Impossible to put down... bramble, cassis, salted licorice, star anise... seductive and supple.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham The Nest Cabernet Franc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-the-nest-cabernet-franc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Revivalist is an elegant, expressive take on the variety, grown on the elevated slopes of Clarendon and farmed organically since 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage delivers a wine that feels plush but never heavy, with dark plum and mulberry at the core, lifted by notes of toasted hazelnut, fresh tobacco and subtle spice from seasoned French oak. A cool, slow ripening season helped retain freshness and energy, while 50% new oak and a stint in foudre bring polish and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is seamless and composed - silky tannins, ripe but savoury fruit, and a bright acid line give shape to a long, composed finish. It’s a Merlot with structure and class, far removed from the soft and soupy styles of old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quietly confident red that will reward both near-term drinking and mid-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This harnesses a more rounded fruit profile, but also with proper linear tannins and drive. It’s a relatively elegant expression, though with a depth of plum and mulberry, subtle florals, graphite, roasted hazelnut and a balanced gloss of classy oak.”\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Acidity walks an ascending line without artifact and the wine manages that leisurely form that only merlot can provide. Satisfying, flavour and harmonious. Some powdery tannins mean this will age another 4-5 years gracefully. Beef and black bean stir fry would set this off nicely.”\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-the-revivalist-merlot\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TvMGCk2c3R4?si=TPzr8I-wxvhsmkYL\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hickinbotham","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31925980692523,"sku":"Hickinbotham Masterclass Pack","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/HickinbothamMasterclassPack.png?v=1747099165"},{"product_id":"vanguardist-masterclass-pack","title":"Vanguardist V Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Mourvedre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Vanguardist V Cinsault\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanguardist is at the forefront of the new-wave Grenache movement in McLaren Vale. Michael Corbett has spent the last decade focused on a single site - the Rende vineyard in Blewitt Springs - and his 'V' Grenache is now rightfully considered a benchmark for the region. This isn't your typical jammy Vale red; it’s about precision, detail, and showing off the distinct sandy terroir of Blewitt Springs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage marks the tenth release of this wine. It was a season of extremes, starting with a wet spring before a February heatwave tightened the harvest window. Corbett hand-picked the 55-year-old bush vines in three stages to maintain balance. Two-thirds of the fruit was fermented as whole bunches for five weeks, then tucked away for 17 months in large 2200L Slavonian oak foudres. That extra time in old wood through a second winter is what gives the wine its seamless cohesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s an elegant, highly aromatic Grenache, leading with lifted red berries, wild herbs, and a distinctive mineral edge. The palate is vibrant and deep, framed by fine-grained, silky tannins and a bright acidity that keeps everything focused. It has classic \"Blewitt Springs\" lacy texture but with serious underlying power. It’s drinking beautifully now but has the structure to evolve over the next decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Vanguardist calling card, the defining wine. Deeply savoury and intense, layered, detailed, chiselled, seriously complex... It’s a wine that is so captivating on the nose… Another beautifully beguiling world-class grenache from Mr Corbett. Bravo.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Wonderful finesse and perfume here. Give it a couple more years to come up.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Vanguardist V Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vanguardist-v-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Mourvedre\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanguardist is one of just a handful of Australian producers championing Mourvèdre as a varietal wine. Michael Corbett is a staunch advocate for the variety, and this single-site expression from Blewitt Springs is a clear example of why. It’s grown just a stone's throw from his benchmark Grenache site, on the same sandy soils that define this pocket of the Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage captures that classic \"wild\" Mourvèdre personality. After a dry, warm run home into harvest, the fruit was hand-picked and fermented with about a third whole bunches. It spent 18 months in old French puncheons, including a second winter in oak, which has helped round out the variety's naturally boisterous tannins. It’s got the rare balance of being a \"big\" savoury wine that still feels light on its feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a very Rhone-adjacent style, loaded with blackberry, blueberry, and those signature gamey, wild herb notes. The mouthfeel is sinewy and chewy, with a distinct blood-orange acidity and a salty, mineral finish that pulls everything together. It’s a serious, complex red that’s built for the cellar, but it’s so well-knit that it’s hard to resist right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Umami notes, kombu and roasted nori. Bountiful, detailed, fine and unmistakably natural tannins complete an exceptional package.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Plum, spices, floral notes, an earthy new leather guttural thing lends great appeal, black pepper, almond paste, some green herb, but such perfume!.. Very good. Mataro fanciers will be well pleased.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Vanguardist V Mourvedre\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vanguardist-mourvedre\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Corbett is a wizard when it comes to flipping expectations, and this Barossa Syrah is the perfect example. While the Barossa is usually synonymous with \"big\" Shiraz, Michael approaches it through his signature lens of restraint and precision. Sourced from the McKenzie vineyard in Ebenezer, this comes from nine-generation farmers working sandy clay loam over solid limestone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 season was a low-yield, high-quality affair. Windy conditions during flowering meant fewer bunches, but the fruit that remained had incredible intensity and deep colour. Michael hand-picked in mid-February (very early for the Barossa!), using about a third whole bunches and fermenting gently for a month. It then spent 15 months in two puncheons - one new and one older - giving it just enough frame without burying the fruit in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we sat down to taste this, it felt like a Barossa Shiraz made specifically for people who don't usually like Barossa Shiraz. It’s a lighter shade of the Barossa but remarkably drinkable and complex, sitting at a nimble 13.1% alcohol. It's got plenty of spice and dark fruit, but it’s the fine tannins and \"rocky\" mineral energy from that calcrete soil that really stand out. It’s a contemporary, sophisticated take on the region. Always full of surprises is Michael Corbett.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This sits no more than medium in weight, sketched in charcoal and pencil rather than splashed with colour. There’s fruit intensity, concentration, but like other wines of the stable, spice and savouriness and structure are the guiding principles... Tannins, as always, are detailed, carefully extracted, compellingly instructive, leading to the table.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Some orange peel and floral mouth-perfume, finish has a boysenberry crispness, sappiness and excellent length. Engaging wine. Different. There’s so many layers to it. Give it some time, I’d say, though there’s no shortage of interest now.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Vanguardist V Syrah\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vanguardist-v-syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Vanguardist V Cinsault\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExtremely limited - Only available in the Vangaurdist pack.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanguardist’s obsession with Rhône varieties has finally led Michael Corbett to Cinsault. After a one-off collab with Brash Higgins in 2023, Michael decided to make it a permanent fixture in the lineup. Sourced from the Lennon vineyard, these vines sit on heavy mottled clays near the ocean - soils that tend to give this usually \"light\" grape a bit more depth and density than you'd expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 season was the driest in over twenty years, resulting in a wine with serious intensity and a low 12.1% alcohol. Michael spent years working with this variety in the south of France, and that experience shows in the cellar. He used a third whole bunches and a long, six-week gentle ferment before ageing the wine in large 600L demi-muids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we tasted this with Michael, we were struck by how much character he's squeezed out of a relatively young vineyard. It’s got that signature Cinsault perfume - bright red berries and florals - but it’s backed by a savoury, earthy richness from those clay soils. It’s light-footed and incredibly fresh, but it has a \"serious\" edge that sets it apart from more simple, smashable versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Strawberry and raspberry with a kiss of sweetness, plenty of exotic spice, souk-y even, peanut shells, almond, lively perfume... So delicious. Such joy. Brings a huge smile to the face. I’m all about this style of wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is another new wine in the V range... It’s diaphanous, a veil of dried fruit and spice, dry toned yet lissom, and very good. 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From 1946-planted, dry-grown vines in Onkaparinga Hills, farmed organically and surrounded by olive and fig trees, it’s a site that naturally delivers concentration without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicked by hand, fermented with a quarter whole bunches, and raised for just a few months in seasoned oak, this 2025 is as bright and lifted as ever. Spice, plum and red berries lead the way, with threads of thyme and white pepper giving a savoury twist. The palate is fine and fresh, almost Pinot-like in its shape, with crunchy red fruits, silky tannins and a subtle mineral grip. At just 11.2% alcohol, it’s feather-light but never simple – the kind of wine that feels as good on a Tuesday night as it does at a long weekend lunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOchota have always made Grenache their own, stripping it back to its essence and letting the vineyard speak. Green Room is that philosophy in action – energetic, fragrant and dangerously drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly a small amount made, bottled in clear glass to celebrate the sheer clarity of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-ochota-barrels-green-room-grenache\" title=\"2025 Ochota Barrels Green Room Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Texture Like Sun Sector 12\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf there’s one wine that captures Ochota’s free-spirited side, it’s Texture Like Sun. Every year the blend shifts - this time it’s a mash-up of Pinot, Grenache, Gewürztraminer, Gamay and Pinot Meunier – but the result is always the same: utterly drinkable, impossible to pigeonhole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSector 12 hums with juicy red fruits, a flicker of spice, a little herbal twist, and just enough tannin to keep things in shape. Gamay and Grenache bring brightness and bounce, Pinot adds finesse, Gewürz sneaks in perfume, and Meunier rounds it all out. The name says it all - this is about feel as much as flavour, with supple fruit and gentle grip that make each glass glide down a little too easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not a wine that follows rules. Playful, vibrant, and seriously fun to drink, whether it’s on a picnic rug or poured at a white-tablecloth restaurant. The yellow label is a beacon; the wine inside pure sunshine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Amber Ochota says: \u003cem\u003e“Juicy and vibrant, perfect for anywhere and everywhere.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-ochota-barrels-texture-like-sun-sector-9\" title=\"2025 Ochota Barrels Texture Like Sun Sector 12\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Surfer Rosa Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing says summer like the release of Surfer Rosa. It’s Ochota’s take on Rosé: crisp, dry, and built for the kind of afternoons that turn into evenings without you noticing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year’s blend is Pinot Noir from the Adelaide Hills with a splash of old-vine Grenache (and just a whisper of Gewürztraminer for lift). Picked early to lock in freshness, it shows pale salmon in the glass and bursts with red berries, citrus zest and a flicker of spice. The palate is snappy and textural - think cranberry, strawberry and a little savoury grip - before finishing bone dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not trying to be complicated, just beautifully judged. A chilled bottle of Surfer Rosa, some good company, and you’re set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-ochota-barrels-surfer-rosa-rose\" title=\"2025 Ochota Barrels Surfer Rosa Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Weird Berries in the Woods Gewurztraminer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOchota Barrels has always had a soft spot for Gewürztraminer. It sneaks into blends here and there in tiny amounts - a splash in a red ferment, a few skins to lift the aromatics - but this is where it takes centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeird Berries in the Woods has never been about textbook Gewürztraminer. The motto has always been: do the opposite of what you’re taught with aromatic whites. Pick some berries ripe, some crunchy, some in between - and let the whole lot tell its own story. Basket press, seasoned French oak, wild ferment, no polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 shows all the quirks we love: lychee and tangelo blossom up front, a thread of lavender and ginger, then a bone-dry, chalky finish that keeps you coming back. Full malo this year has given it extra generosity, softening the edges while keeping that nervy line of acid humming through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s fragrant, textural, a little unpredictable - in other words, everything Gewürz should be in the hands of Ochota.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-ochota-barrels-weird-berries-in-the-woods-gewurztraminer\" title=\"2025 Ochota Barrels Weird Berries in the Woods Gewurztraminer\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ochota Barrels","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31943464517675,"sku":"Ochota Barrels Tasting Pack","price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/OchotaBarrelsTastingPack_13623957-6ece-4388-a7e2-42ee79a17921.png?v=1756858065"},{"product_id":"hartshorn-sheep-whey-american-oak-aged-vodka-500ml","title":"Hartshorn Sheep Whey American Oak Aged Vodka 500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful, delicate kinda brown sugary sweetness on the nose with a delightful floral undertone. 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Theirs is a legitimate family institution that has stretched over four generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fortified Muscat comes from some of the oldest plantings on the property, dating back to more than a century ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd while vine age does not have quite the same impact on a fortified as it does on a table wine, the quality of the fruit combined with the skill of now winemaker Stephen Chambers makes this an absolute bargain for the lover of sweet wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRutherglen Muscat is one of the most under valued and underrated wine styles in the world. This is a super entry into the wine style. 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The 2025 vintage, despite a frost that slashed yields by over 70%, has delivered fruit of remarkable intensity and expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a nose alive with fresh green apple, jasmine, pomelo, and hints of passionflower and lime. The palate is crisp and silky, with a talc-like minerality lending a slippery texture beneath Granny Smith apple and yuzu flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat classic iron bar of acidity provides a spine of electric length, finishing clean and pure. A benchmark Riesling from this renowned subregion and sadly in very limited supply this year so don't hesitate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A shimmery, lightweight and ultra-pure riesling of high perfume, substantial minerality and wonderful delicacy... Don't expect power, but relax into the strikingly mouth-watering and refreshing nature of this light, fine-boned wine. Drink in its vigorous youth.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TTkbtnXMNqg?si=rmV67VU7H7M33GDU\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-rieslingfreak-no-2-polish-hill-river-riesling\" title=\"2025 Rieslingfreak No. 2 Polish Hill River Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Ravensworth Regional Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose that have ever tasted the exquisite wines from the Clonakilla stable should know that most of them, were at one point, made by the hands of Ravensworth owner\/winemaker\/butcher\/purveyor of smoked meats, Bryan Martin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ravensworth project is a chance for him to captain his own ship. The wines are some of the best value in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a savoury-leaning yet scintillating riesling... At $32 RRP this is ludicrously interesting and good, and willingly steps out of rote winemaking to do so. Kudos.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a scintillating expression of Riesling. Nothing fancy (apart from a small component made in ceramic egg). Just amazing fruit made with a gentle and precise touch. This sits right alongside the best Rieslings in the Canberra region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe demand for Bryan's wines escalates every year, and with great-value wines like this coming from him so consistently, it's no wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"It's delicate, floral and spicy with loads of citrus. Palate carries plenty of flavour with a nice balancing texture from the extended lees contact and from the various vessels with use: Ceramic, Concrete and foudre. A slightly different take on the normal riesling.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Bryan Martin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7ii_SgRCngs?si=s3XJYvXCkBNpLX_4\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-ravensworth-regional-riesling\" title=\"2025 Ravensworth Regional Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Loosen Barry Slate Hill Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"446\" data-start=\"97\"\u003eSlate Hill is the latest spin from the Loosen Barry crew – born out of a 30-year friendship between Mosel’s Ernst Loosen and the Barry family in Clare. After years of making Wolta Wolta together, they decided to add a second wine to the mix, something a little easier to approach but still carrying that same attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"763\" data-start=\"448\"\u003eThe fruit comes off the Wolta Wolta property, picked late in the season for extra flavour and ripeness. Fermentation was left to run wild in stainless steel, then cooled down to keep a touch of natural sweetness in the wine. From there it rested on lees in tank for two years – no stirring, no oak, just patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1050\" data-start=\"765\"\u003eWhat you get is a Riesling that’s bright and juicy, with citrus and stone fruit at the core and a chalky, mineral finish. There’s a little softness from the residual sugar, but it still feels crisp and clean, built for drinking young but with enough interest to keep you coming back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1050\" data-start=\"765\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The result is an exhilarating, textural expression with juicy, plush texture, a light chalky grip, a subtle nutty-savoury undertow and a flourish of steel. Bright citrus fruit is meshed to gentle, just-ripe stone fruit and gingery-pineapple piquancy. Energetic, with exceptional length, great depth of flavour and a general pizzazz. A winner.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-loosen-barry-slate-hill-riesling\" title=\"2023 Loosen Barry Slate Hill Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Dr. Edge Tasmania Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Dredge (\"Dr. Edge\") doesn't do boring Riesling. This pan-Tasmanian blend pulls together fruit from the North (Tamar Valley), South (Derwent Valley), and East (Coal River Valley) to create a wine that is as structural as it is refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt isn't your standard \"squeaky clean\" Tassie Riesling. Dredge leans into texture and complexity here, fermenting the juice naturally in a mix of clay amphora, old French oak casks, and stainless steel. The amphora component even includes whole clusters, adding a savoury, phenolic grip that sets this apart from the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter six months on lees, it is bottled unfiltered with a small amount of residual sugar to balance the ripping acidity. The result is classic citrus and steel, but with \"meat on the bones\" - a layer of savoury funk and weight that makes it fascinating to drink. It is textured, complex, and a little bit wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-dr-edge-tasmania-riesling\" title=\"2025 Dr. Edge Tasmania Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Vignerons Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown Obstgarten T Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhitlands is home to some of the highest vineyard sites in Victoria, and it’s from this lofty, cool-climate perch that the Obstgarten \"T\" is born. Tessa and Jeremyhave been sourcing this premium fruit for a few years now to craft their take on a German Trocken style - dry, crisp, and laser-focused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 release is a total zinger with a youthful, lifted nose of lemon zest, citrus leaf, and a touch of talcy florals. On the palate, the acidity is absolutely blistering, but it’s cleverly balanced by a tiny hint of residual sugar that keeps things from being too austere. It hits with a \"bulb-shaped\" attack of yellow fruits before settling into a chalky, fine-grained texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s a lovely savoury edge here, too - think grapefruit rind, a flick of ginger, and a salty, mineral finish. It’s an elegant, high-altitude Riesling that’ll drink beautifully now with something fresh and salty, but has the bones to cellar for a long time if you can resist the temptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Racy, pure, glass shard texture, green apple, lime, pink grapefruit... The energy high, the pleasure all there. A ripper drink.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-vignerons-schmolzer-brown-obstgarten-t-riesling\" title=\"2025 Vignerons Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown Obstgarten T Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Swinney Frankland River Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrankland River is one of the country's best regions for growing Riesling and few know how to grow it as well as Rhys Thomas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bunch for this wine was hand-picked to ensure only the most pristine fruit made it to the winery. Overripe, over-exposed bunches were left behind, a wine of exceptional purity and length of flavour has emerged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing fancy in the winemaking from Rob Mann, just whole bunch pressed to tank, fermented clean and dry and allowed rest only lees for a few months before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's razor-sharp, has a piercing length, and will live for many years in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A really fine Riesling, this has fifteen years ahead of it.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-swinney-frankland-river-riesling\" title=\"2025 Swinney Frankland River Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32998787678251,"sku":"Righteous Riesling Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/RighteousRieslingPack_8608b249-0393-4d43-9d26-aa03552243d0.webp?v=1780983841"},{"product_id":"applewood-jarrah","title":"Applewood Jarrah","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou might know Brendan and Laura from their wine exploits at Unico Zelo, but they're also doing some fantastic things in the spirit world at their Applewood distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vision is to create spirits with Australian ingredients, to create something unique instead of just emulating those made overseas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey take barley from SA, then ferment and distill it in the Adelaide Hills. It then goes to sleep for four years in barrels made of jarrah wood (straight from Eucalyptus trees!), that in a past life was used to mature Barossa port. It's a beautifully refined whiskey, with an incredible amount of creativity, thought and effort into crafting it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly 100 bottles of the Jarrah were produced, and allocations were tiny - get in quick if you want to get a little taste of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Applewood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33023496847403,"sku":"Applewood Jarrah","price":600.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/ApplewoodJarrah.png?v=1655431988"},{"product_id":"nv-heroes-vineyard-deeds-not-words-sparkling-rose","title":"NV Heroes Vineyard Deeds Not Words Sparkling Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's a very fine sparkling wine from an up and coming Geelong\/Otway Ranges producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWinemaker James Thomas made this wine to contribute to a great cause. For every bottle he sells, $5 will go directly to \u003cem\u003eShare The Dignity\u003c\/em\u003e, a charity supporting Australian women in crisis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeeds Not Words is a soft, sumptuous pink sparkling that is a perfect aperitif or accompaniment for fresh seafood. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heroes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33037312852011,"sku":"NV Heroes Vineyard Deeds Not Words Sparkling Rose","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVHeroesVineyardDeedsNotWordsSparklingRose.png?v=1608689035"},{"product_id":"nv-jilly-wine-co-white-wolf-of-cumbria-red","title":"NV Jilly Wine Co. White Wolf of Cumbria Red","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe White Wolf of Cumbria Red is a Jared Dixon's all-purpose red blend built from Merlot, Shiraz and Tannat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe three varieties were harvested across three different seasons. The Shiraz and Merlot were picked in 2018 and 2019 and blended with the small Tanat portion from 2017. It fits right in the modern, juicy red wine category. Jam packed with sweet blue fruit and spice - it's hard to see anyone not liking this.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the smooth and supple drinkability of medium-bodied Merlot taking centre stage, this is a creatively conceived crowd pleaser for all occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jilly Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33097633169451,"sku":"NV Jilly Wine Co. White Wolf of Cumbria Red","price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Jilly_Wines_White_Wolf_of_Cumbria_Red.png?v=1612146478"},{"product_id":"timo-mayer-masterclass-pack","title":"Timo Mayer Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis limited 'Masterclass' mixed pack is the perfect way to experience the wonderful wines of Yarra Valley cult legend, Timo Mayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerman-born, enigmatic winemaker Timo Mayer is one of the great characters of the Yarra Valley. From his close-planted Yarra Valley vineyard, evocatively named 'Bloody Hill', Timo carves out some astounding wines made with minimal additions and his signature winemaking technique - his penchant for 100% whole-bunch ferment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith son Rivar these days working alongside Timo to plant more vines and craft more wines, the future is bright and exciting for Timo Mayer Wines. These are compelling and extremely limited wines that tell a unique story of the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CiGZ-yTANhw?si=axuiktd9l82JboAR\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Dr. Mayer Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Close Planted Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Pinot Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Dr. Mayer Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTimo Mayer’s ‘Dr. Mayer’ is consistently the most structured, boundary-pushing Pinot in his lineup. It’s driven entirely by his signature use of whole-bunch fermentation, which gives the wine its distinctively wild, savoury edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 vintage carries a bit more warmth and fruit weight than previous releases, but it remains firmly in that classic Mayer groove. The whole-bunch component is perfectly judged this year - it adds serious complexity and a savoury backbone without feeling overtly stalky or green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get a bright core of ripe red plum, raspberry, and dark cherry. It's juicy and aromatic upfront, held together by clean acidity, and finishes with a dry, mineral grip from those superfine, sappy tannins. It's a highly detailed Pinot with plenty of tension and bite. Always the most sought-after in the Timo line-up and with good reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Serious pinot noir, energetic, a real approachability and open weave yet all the detail of tannin, savoury elements, fruit, spice, herbs. Pleasure zones hit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Dr. Mayer Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-dr-mayer-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Close Planted Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTimo Mayer's Close Planted Pinot Noir comes from his tightly spaced estate vineyard just south of Healesville. The vines here are forced to compete and work hard, which naturally limits yields while building serious density and fine structure into the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the only Pinot in Timo's lineup to see a touch of new oak, adding a bit of depth without getting in the way. Given the riper conditions of the vintage, the whole-bunch component sits at around 25%, keeping the wine focused and elegant rather than overtly stalky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can feel the warmth of the year in the glass. It delivers classic close-planted concentration, leading with dark cherry, sweet-edged raspberry, and a hint of forest floor. The palate is plush and generous with real drive, tapering off to a long, slightly firm finish. It's a highly sought-after release that rarely lasts long on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A spread in the palate, an easy access and appeal. Feels mass appeal in its style, but done well.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Close Planted Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-close-planted-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Pinot Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a brand new debut release from Timo, and we loved it when we tasted the lineup with him this year. With his main lineup of reds becoming so fiercely allocated, this Pinot Syrah blend is a brilliant, more accessible entry point into his range. It's the perfect way to get a feel for the Mayer style without breaking the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a 75\/25 split, combining Pinot from his home farm with Syrah sourced out of Gembrook. Timo went with a 50\/50 mix of whole-bunch and destemmed fruit, resulting in a dark, highly perfumed wine where the Syrah really drives the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the fruit is pretty and a little candied right now, a little plusher than the Pinots but still light on its feet. It gives off a faint northern Italian vibe, finishing with a nice hit of spice and violet. Do yourself a favour and serve this with a slight chill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"First release ever. And priced for access to Mayer magic... A delicate, cherry-leading red of rose hip tea, alpine herbs, juiciness, a lick of graphite-shaped tannins. Bistro friendly, chill ready, crisp red fruited feel. Sweetness peaks through but the herb and spice mix does a good job of balance. Light weight and yet a sense of some concentration. A fine, lengthy finish. Yummo.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Pinot Syrah\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-pinot-syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis year is full of surprises from Timo, and this brand-new Grenache debut is a brilliant addition to the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're expecting a heavy, sweet, or syrupy Aussie Grenache, look elsewhere. In true Mayer fashion, he's crafting a wine that prioritises serious structure and tannin over outright richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the black volcanic soils of Kangaroo Ground, it pours a beautiful, transparent medium-red. The nose kicks off warm with a subtle smoky edge, before moving into a palate packed with ripe blood orange, pomegranate, and plum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat really makes this hum, though, is the shape of the wine - bright acidity and firm, grippy tannins lock all that natural fruit weight firmly into place. It’s a beautifully poised, savoury take on the variety that feels right at home in the Mayer portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Pinot-esque, sleek and fine, refreshing red berry fruitiness, some wild herbs, a saltbush or piquant samphire kind of sea succulent salt-bitter-freshness going on. Some moss and bitter roots too. It's not a bitter wine though, just accented by it. The dark fruit lingers past the long finish. A svelte pucker of dusty tannin lending structure. A little bolder than expected, but good gear.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile Timo's Pinots usually hog the spotlight, his Syrah is arguably the best-kept secret in the Yarra Valley. For the die-hard Mayer fans, this is the ultimate \"if-you-know-you-know\" wine, and often the strongest release in his entire lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from a tiny parcel on the upper slopes of his Bloody Hill vineyard, the 2025 release is an absolute belter. Fermented with 100% whole bunches, Timo has managed to integrate the stalks so seamlessly this year that they just sit quietly in the background, providing serious structure without dominating the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere previous years might have leaned heavily into cracked pepper and spice, this vintage is all about pure, lifted intensity. It leads with a beautiful perfume of blue fruits, Satsuma plum, and mulberries. On the palate, it is long, round, and incredibly delicious, driven by a humming line of acidity. For our money, one of the best cool-climate Syrah wines in this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Blue fruited, peppery, dashes of Aussie bush, some game meat notes. Supple texture, a fresh, transparent kind of texture with a sheath of light, lithe tannin. Juiciness inherent, pretty fruit characters, quite the stern, Italianate tannin coming mid palate through the finish, and lingers with a saline-pumice stone minerality. Fine wine paradigms\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Syrah\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTimo Mayer's Cabernet is never going to be your standard, heavy-handed claret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from Saint Huberts Road in the Yarra Valley, he completely flips the script on the variety. Instead of relying on heavy oak, Timo uses 100% whole-bunch fermentation to build the wine's framework. The structure here comes entirely from the skins, stems, and seeds, making for a much fresher, more energetic drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 release carries a bit of extra flesh and a plush, velvety texture. It leads with classic Mayer Cab aromatics - cassis, a hit of blue fruit, and a distinctly leafy freshness, backed by crushed herbs and subtle tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it is highly concentrated but kept perfectly precise by superfine tannins and a driving, graphite-like mineral line. It has the bones to age, but it's dangerously drinkable right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Prettier to taste, blue fruited, mulberry bounce, dark cherry elements, some basil, green pepper, blood orange. Fine boned tannin in a juicy sluice for texture. Medium weight. Has the right moves.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Timo Mayer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33121029455915,"sku":"Timo Mayer Masterclass Pack","price":329.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/TimoMayerMasterclassPack.png?v=1772414252"},{"product_id":"la-petite-mort-the-mad-deer-500ml","title":"La Petite Mort The Mad Deer 500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eLa Petite Mort is all about experimental wine, and this fascinating fortified wine might be the apex of that aspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFortified Verdelho is left in barrel outside the winery sheds exposed to the elements, echoing the evolution of its namesake wine, Madeira. The heating and oxidation of the wine in its outdoor setting, the 'madeirisation', adds a rich mahogany nuttiness and spice to the sweet citrus and floral primary fruit flavours hiding underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits at only 18.2% alc, so it's not a heady, supersweet wine, but it finishes with lovely concentration and lusciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn open bottle will last an age...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Petite Mort","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39305664135211,"sku":"La Petite Mort The Mad Deer 500ml","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/LaPetiteMortTheMadDeer500ml.png?v=1618453583"},{"product_id":"ricca-terra-broken-forklift-fortified","title":"Ricca Terra Broken Forklift Fortified 375ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThree late-ripening varieties, Zibibbo (Muscat), Vermentino and Muscat a Petits Grains are the basis of this indulgent fortified wine, that was left alone for a decade due to forklift access issues...Love a good forklift story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, syrupy stuff that is not over-sweet but has plenty of lemon curd, fresh pineapple and honey flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ricca Terra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39401315500075,"sku":"Ricca Terra Broken Forklift Fortified 375ml","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/Productcut_24.png?v=1626142020"},{"product_id":"nv-ricca-terra-tinta-barocca-fortified-red-375ml","title":"NV Ricca Terra Tinta Barocca Fortified Red 375ml","description":"","brand":"Ricca Terra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39405399506987,"sku":"NV Ricca Terra Tinta Barocca Fortified Red 375ml","price":37.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/Productcut_25.png?v=1626142372"},{"product_id":"nv-eperosa-magnolia-blanc","title":"NV Eperosa Magnolia Blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe've got a live one here...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Barossa has some of the world's oldest Semillon vines but few realise brilliant wines from them like wine grower and maker Brett Grocke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis a first release of a multi vintage blend - with 2019, 2018 and 2017 vintages all in the wine. It's richer and waxier than the single vintage Semillon but the same sea-shell and mineral edge can be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's fermented in barrel, the power of the old vine fruit calling out for more texture from winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is sourced rom the Magnolia Road Vineyard, Vine Vale Semillon is from two separate plantings – 1941 (90%), 1971 (10%).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eperosa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39407160950827,"sku":"NV Eperosa Magnolia Blanc","price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/Productcut_19_eec1efb6-1457-4465-803e-4561ffc58a5f.png?v=1626828021"},{"product_id":"2019-marius-simpatico-shiraz","title":"2019 Marius Simpatico Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Simpatico is sourced from the Shiraz vines on the outer perimeter of the Marius vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypically, the Simpatico will drink a little younger than the more hefty Symphony cuvee. It's a slightly racier, more streamlined iteration of Shiraz, with spice and a crunchiness a feature alongside the emphatic density that singles out the Shiraz wines from this unique site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a wine of great character and offers incredible value for money. Only a small amount is available such is the ferverish hunger for Roger Pike's wines. To get a taste of Marius, there is no better place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marius","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39438358446123,"sku":"2019 Marius Simpatico Shiraz","price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/MariusSimpaticoShiraz.png?v=1630643781"},{"product_id":"2019-marius-symphony-shiraz","title":"2019 Marius Symphony Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Symphony is the finest, richest, most powerful Shiraz from the middle section of the Marius vineyard in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine shows imperious strength. It's the kind of wine that booms out across the room thumping its fist, loudly proclaiming its place of origin. The rare red gravels on the Marius vineyard impart a quality to the grapes like no other site in Australia. Owner\/proprietor Roger Pike does is coaxes this individual character into the glass with a deft touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a wine that is going to look brilliant in 20+ years, this remarkable wine should be on your list for a number of reasons - not least of which is the incredible value it offers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marius","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39438358478891,"sku":"2019 Marius Symphony Shiraz","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/MariusSymphonyShiraz.png?v=1630639783"},{"product_id":"giant-steps-2020-single-vineyard-chardonnay-pack","title":"Giant Steps Single Vineyard Chardonnay Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Giant Steps Single Vineyard wines are benchmarks for the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the complete set of their 2024 Chardonnays. Pristine, elegant, exquisitely well balanced, the 2024s are looking excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are right at the top of the pile for Yarra Valley Chardonnay. A true treat for any serious Chardonnay drinker and a masterclass in the expression of terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jgKwW4I0jYQ?si=YUhRgnKI0UBmE0Oi\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Giant Steps Bastard Hill Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Giant Steps Tarraford Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Another salivating and seductive Sexton Chardonnay... The beautifully balanced and tightly coiled palate is underpinned by its concentration and intensity. Finishes saline and extremely long.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted by Phil Sexton himself in 1997, this vineyard sits on shallow clay-loam soils at the foot of the Warramate Ranges. It’s one of the lower-altitude sites in the Giant Steps portfolio, and always the first to be picked—typically delivering the boldest and most generous of their single-vineyard Chardonnays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage, a warmer, more traditional Yarra Valley season, has brought added precision and a saline, citrus-driven line to the usual Sexton generosity. Handpicked fruit was whole-bunch pressed and fermented in 500L French puncheons (20% new), with nine months on lees building quiet volume and drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s stone fruit flesh, preserved lemon, almond meal and flinty reduction in the mix, but the palate is where this wine sings - layered, textural, and cut with crystalline acidity. A flick of cashew and white spice drifts on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a fuller expression than Tarraford or Applejack, but in 2024 it walks the line beautifully. Always a crowd favourite, this vintage feels just that bit more focused. Delicious straight up, but built to go the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-giant-steps-sexton-vineyard-chardonnay\" title=\"2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Giant Steps Bastard Hill Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Precise and mineral driven... This will age slowly but surely over the next decade. There's only 200 dozen made in '24...\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBastard Hill may be the most aptly named site in the Yarra. Brutally steep and tough to farm, but it rewards the effort with Chardonnay of rare definition and drive. Originally planted for sparkling in 1986 by Ray Guerin, this is now one of the region’s great cool-climate sites - perched at 300–400m on volcanic loam, tucked deep in Gladysdale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 release is only the second under Giant Steps’ stewardship and it’s already clear: this vineyard is a powerhouse. A compressed growing season delivered small bunches and piercing natural acidity. The fruit was whole-bunch pressed to 500L puncheons, where it fermented wild. Only a quarter of the wine went through malo, dialling up tension rather than softening the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt smells like crushed seashells and citrus pith, with pink grapefruit, green apple skin, and flint in behind. The palate is linear and racy - lemon peel and pear over a mineral core, with just enough texture to flesh it out. It’s razor-sharp, pure, and built for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBastard by name, elite by nature. This is a new star in the Giant Steps Chardonnay lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-giant-steps-bastard-hill-vineyard-chardonnay\" title=\"2024 Giant Steps Bastard Hill Vineyard Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points \u0026amp; No. 12 in the James Suckling Top 100 Australian Wines of 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A notably complete single-vineyard bottling, with an excellent balance of tension and power.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerched high in the cool reaches of Gladysdale, Applejack is best known for shaping some of the Yarra’s most poised Pinot. But in recent vintages, its potential for Chardonnay has become undeniable - particularly in warmer years like 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis site sits at 300 metres, with east-facing slopes and basalt-rich soils that deliver fruit with piercing acidity and fine-boned structure. The 2024 growing season was warm and relatively early and the Chardonnay here benefited hugely - ripening with clarity, energy, and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole-bunch pressed and wild fermented in 500L puncheons (only 15% new), it spent nine months on lees to build tension and shape. No stirring, no fining - just a clear expression of site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a tightly coiled, mineral Chardonnay with citrus pith, white nectarine, and a gentle thread of almond and struck flint. There’s a saline edge and mouth-watering line that makes it incredibly moreish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplejack Chardonnay is always limited and getting more so - this 2024 release might be the most finely detailed yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-giant-steps-applejack-vineyard-chardonnay\" title=\"2024 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Giant Steps Tarraford Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Opulent and creamily textured, with a fine vein of acidity running through the wine that gives it both structure and length.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTarraford has always danced to its own rhythm. Nestled in a protected valley in Tarrawarra, it’s technically a warm site but the shelter creates a unique cool pocket, extending hang time and building complexity without sacrificing freshness. This subtle edge has made Tarraford one of the most characterful Chardonnay vineyards in the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage plays to its strengths. A fast and furious season led to pristine fruit with beautiful line and shape. Handpicked and whole-bunch pressed, the juice went to 500L puncheons (20% new) for wild fermentation. Nine months on lees brings polish, not weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Chardonnay with serious power. Layers of ripe stone fruit and lemon curd ride alongside preserved lemon, flint, and salted oatmeal. The palate builds through creamy lees texture and finishes taut, with a long, pithy flick of grapefruit and crushed shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage after vintage, Tarraford delivers one of the most distinctive Chardonnays in the Giant Steps line-up - broader than Applejack, more savoury than Sexton. A benchmark release from a vineyard that never misses.\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/GiantstepsVineyardmap_PNG_1024x1024_3bc85611-5d0c-482e-8555-12f6a95f35c9.jpg?v=1754281827\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-giant-steps-tarraford-vineyard-chardonnay\" title=\"2024 Giant Steps Tarraford Vineyard Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giant Steps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39438456717355,"sku":"Giant Steps Single Vineyard Chardonnay Pack","price":345.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/GiantStepsSingleVineyardChardonnays.webp?v=1767579785"},{"product_id":"giant-steps-2020-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-pack","title":"Giant Steps Single Vineyard Pinot Noir Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eA limited allocation tasting pack of Mel Chester's four brilliant 2024 Yarra Valley single-vineyard Pinot Noirs from the Yarra Valley and Tasmania, including the coveted 98-point Applejack Pinot Noir. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jgKwW4I0jYQ?si=YUhRgnKI0UBmE0Oi\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Giant Steps Primavera Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Giant Steps Bastard Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One of Australia's most celebrated pinot noirs is in impressive form.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplejack is widely regarded as one the finest Pinot Noir vineyards in Australia. Perched high in Gladysdale on east-facing basalt soils, it’s always the most finely drawn of the single-vineyard Pinots - a beautiful place that delivers year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2024, Applejack's signature precision is turned right up. A compact season brought an early harvest and pristine fruit. Despite the speed of the vintage, Applejack held its nerve. The vineyard’s cool aspect and elevation did the heavy lifting, delivering fruit with tension, clarity, and beautiful perfume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year’s wine is all crushed violets, blood plum, Chinese five spice, and dark cherry skin. The palate is taut and coiled, with a spine of mineral acidity and superfine tannins that hum through the finish. 40% whole bunch brings aromatic lift and gentle grip, while 10 months in barrique (20% new) keeps the oak in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoised, intense, and commanding, this is a serious release from a vineyard that rarely misses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy for Best Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2025 Australian Pinot Noir Challenge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-giant-steps-applejack-vineyard-pinot-noir\" title=\"2024 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Giant Steps Primavera Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This always highly seductive and perfumed wine has aromas of raspberries, orange peel and cranberries as well as a little musk stick and rose bush.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways the most perfumed of the single vineyard Pinots, and in 2024, Primavera is showing exactly why Woori Yallock has become such a prized postcode for Yarra Pinot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe season was quick. Early budburst, fast flowering, and a compressed harvest window. That might’ve thrown some vineyards off, but not Primavera. The rich red soils held their nerve through the warm spells, and the fruit came in bright, lifted, and perfectly poised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Yarra Valley Pinot in its most elegant form - rose petal, redcurrant, just-ripe raspberry, and a whisper of alpine herb. A wine that doesn’t try too hard but stays with you. Only 15% whole bunch, the rest destemmed and fermented as whole berries, then matured in barrique (20% new) for nine months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re chasing finesse over brooding power in the Giant Steps Pinots, this is your wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-giant-steps-primavera-vineyard-pinot-noir\" title=\"2024 Giant Steps Primavera Vineyard Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Giant Steps Bastard Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Tightly wound, this is driven as much by the wine's very bright acidity as its superfine tannins.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBastard Hill lives up to its name - steep, wild, and hard-earned - but the results in 2024 are anything but brutish. This high-elevation site, planted by Ray Guerin in the 1980s and now handled with precision by Mel Chester and the Giant Steps team, continues to reveal its class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter years of cool, low-yielding vintages, 2024 brought more typical Yarra conditions - consistent warmth, solid crops, and a fast, focused harvest. For Bastard Hill, it meant a more compact, perfumed expression of Pinot: layered and detailed, but with a core of presence that sets it apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked and destemmed, the wine was fermented in open oak vats, clone by clone, before spending 10 months in French oak (20% new). The result is lifted and aromatic with rosehip, blood orange, bergamot and framed by fine, savoury tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill young and tightly coiled, this is a site with altitude, attitude and serious potential. In 2024, Bastard Hill is one of the more limited of the Single Vineyard Pinots from Giant Steps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is pinot noir of ethereality and perfume, transparency and fine detail; a wine of shapely dark fruit, balletic flow and intricately woven tannins.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (Top 100 Wines of 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-giant-steps-bastard-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir\" title=\"2024 Giant Steps Bastard Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The richest, meatiest and most immediate of the four single-vineyard pinots in '24.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s always a bit of grit to Sexton. Perched on a north-facing slope in Gruyere, it’s one of the warmer, earlier-ripening vineyards in the Giant Steps stable and in 2024, that heat came fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe season compressed. Ripening happened quickly, but the fruit rolled in clean, dark, and delicious. You feel that in the wine. It's all black cherry, blood plum, and a flicker of graphite running through the finish. There’s structure here, but not the type you need to cellar for a decade. This is a Pinot with immediacy, confidence, and crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe G5V15 clone continues to suit the site like a glove. Picked early, fermented with a split of whole berries and whole bunches, then matured in barrique (25% new).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSexton is the boldest of the Giant Steps single-vineyard Pinots and, as always, one of the most generous on release. No need to wait for this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/GiantstepsVineyardmap_PNG_1024x1024_3bc85611-5d0c-482e-8555-12f6a95f35c9.jpg?v=1754281827\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-giant-steps-sexton-vineyard-pinot-noir\" title=\"2024 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giant Steps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39438456750123,"sku":"Giant Steps Single Vineyard Pinot Noir Pack","price":375.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/GiantStepsSingleVineyardPinotNoirs.webp?v=1767579883"},{"product_id":"2020-holyman-chardonnay","title":"2020 Holyman Chardonnay Museum Release","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the most sought-after Chardonnays in Tasmania comes from the small plot of land in Tamar Valley tended by Joe and Lou Holyman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a scintillating Chardonnay. The fruit is the star of the show with Joe's wines. It's no different with the Chardonnay. He makes no additions during winemaking with just a dab of sulphur keeping the wine fresh and sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited release straight out of the Holyman cellar, with only a handful of bottles seeing the light of day. If you want a look at the brilliant 2020 release, you'll need to be quick!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stoney Rise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39447423680555,"sku":"2020 Holyman Chardonnay Museum Release","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2019HolymanChardonnay_118d57b0-69a6-4c1a-bad4-a05872ef20c2.png?v=1631753944"},{"product_id":"nv-seppeltsfield-para-grand-tawny","title":"NV Seppeltsfield Para Grand Tawny","description":"\u003cp\u003eBack before Australia was all grown up and mature, fortified wines dominated the landscape. Amongst these wines the Barossa icon Seppeltsfield, has always stood out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Grand Tawny is the perfect entry point into the wonderful world of their fortified wines. The embodiment of their house style, this wine has rich lingering flavours of toasted almonds, praline, and vanilla nougat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blend of individual barrels with an average age of 10 years, this wine is a showcase of Seppeltsfield’s hallmark finesse and richness, at an approachable price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seppeltsfield","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39449190072363,"sku":"NV Seppeltsfield Para Grand Tawny","price":44.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVSeppeltsfieldParaGrandTawny.png?v=1635204189"},{"product_id":"nv-seppeltsfield-para-rare-tawny","title":"NV Seppeltsfield Para Rare Tawny","description":"\u003cp\u003eBack before Australia was all grown up and mature, fortified wines dominated the landscape. Amongst these wines the Barossa icon Seppeltsfield, has always stood out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Rare Tawny, with an average age of 18 years is an elegant and complex fortified wine. Rich in spice and roasted nuts, there is such great depth of flavour to this wine, all while still retaining bright acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSophisticated and alluring, the Rare Tawny lingers on the palate long after it has passed through, a truly iconic Aussie wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seppeltsfield","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39449190105131,"sku":"NV Seppeltsfield Para Rare Tawny","price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVSeppeltsfieldParaRareTawny_26b937a4-b7cc-41e6-bc78-57186774a784.png?v=1649828382"},{"product_id":"fun-in-the-sun-whites-pack","title":"Fun in the Sun Whites Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pack is designed to cover a wide range of white varieties and give you excellent value examples of everything from Riesling to Fiano to Chardonnay. Alternative varieties, interesting and benchmark examples on classics, this pack has it all!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Usher Tinkler Wines Big Bad Bill Semillon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 ChaLou Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Mulline Pinot Gris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Sherrah Fiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Mercer Wines Bianco Vermentino\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Patrick Sullivan Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Usher Tinkler Wines Big Bad Bill Semillon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe absolutely love what Usher Tinkler is doing right now. His wines are a genuine breath of fresh air in the Hunter Valley, and the 'Big Bad Bill' Semillon is a perfect example of why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed in honour of his father, Bill - a local legend with over 50 harvests under his belt - this is sourced from a tiny 1.4-hectare block of vines Bill planted himself back in 1980. Grown on classic Hunter red terracotta clay, the site naturally delivers serious fruit concentration and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking here is clean and completely unadorned to let that old-vine fruit shine. It is hand-picked, destemmed, and whole-berry pressed straight to stainless steel for a cool fermentation. It sees zero oak and no malolactic fermentation. Just pure, precise Semillon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it is bright, zesty, and highly refreshing. You get a core of lime citrus and a faint tropical note, all pulled tightly together by a driving mineral edge. It is dangerously drinkable right now, but like all top-tier Hunter Semillon, it has the structure to easily cruise in the cellar for 20 years if you want to see it evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A fabulous example of single-site, old-vine semillon and a simply delicious glass of wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Toni Paterson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-usher-tinkler-wines-big-bad-bill-semillon\" title=\"2024 Usher Tinkler Wines Big Bad Bill Semillon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 ChaLou Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"418\" data-start=\"121\"\u003eChaLou has quickly become one of the most exciting names out of Orange, and Riesling is right at the heart of what they do well. Nadja Wallington and Steve Mobbs have nailed the high-altitude Riesling style, and while most Aussie examples are bone-dry, their off-dry signature is one of the most reliable in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 season delivered excellent ripeness and power. It’s wild-fermented and stopped early to leave a touch of residual sugar, which isn't about sweetness so much as texture - it perfectly buffers the region’s naturally racy acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s highly aromatic, jumping with mandarin, orange blossom, and jasmine. The palate is vibrant and plush, transitioning into a clean, dry finish. This is exactly what you want with spicy Thai or a lime-heavy larb. It's drinking beautifully now but has the bones to go for a decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lotus flowers, lime skin and pineapple guava. There is a quartz and pumice-stone edge and a quivering tension between fruit nectar and vibrating acidity... Outstanding value; if there is any left, scoop it up.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-chalou-riesling\" title=\"2025 ChaLou Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Mulline Pinot Gris\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinot Gris (or Grigio) has come a long way in Australia. From humble beginnings in southern Victoria, it was the first 'alternative' variety to officially graduate the AAVWS and be seen as a mainstream variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's easy to see why when you look at the Mulline Pinot Gris. This is definitely more Gris than Grigio, with lifted florals, ripe stone fruits and a bit of spice coming through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine also saw a small amount of skin contact to provide colour and texture, which rounds out the rich palate and makes this incredibly more-ish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully poised with its aromas of redcurrant, nectarine, pear and blood orange. Even better on the palate, where the flavours and texture are perfectly balanced by subtle time-on-skins tannins, before finishing orange-pithy and long. Should age nicely, too. Excellent.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-mulline-pinot-gris\" title=\"2025 Mulline Pinot Gris\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Sherrah Fiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlex Sherrah is one of the the kings of \"bang for buck\" in McLaren Vale, and his Fiano is the perfect evidence. It’s a bit of a rarity in the region - one of the few whites that consistently hovers around the 95-point mark while staying under $35 a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 release is all about that smart blending of two distinct sites. You’ve got fruit from the coastal Tatachilla sands bringing a punchy sea-spray crunch, while the older limestone soils of Seaview add a bit of internal muscle and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf the fruit goes into tank for freshness, the other half into old oak for a bit of leesy \"chew\". It’s lifted and zesty with lemon peel, white flowers, and a distinct salty edge. It moves with great drive and has a moreish, textured finish that punches way above its price tag. If you’re looking for a great all-rounder white that doesn't overthink it, this is a total winner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a fine follow-up to the excellent 2024, a wine of intense flavour, quiet detail, texture, freshness and engaging drinkability. It’s undemanding in a way, but that’s the charm – calm, confident making, everything in harmony. Golden and red apples, lime pith, sea spray, a little oyster shell, the palate subtly chewy, pithy and resolutely refreshing.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-sherrah-fiano\" title=\"2025 Sherrah Fiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Mercer Wines Bianco Vermentino\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAaron Mercer’s 2025 Bianco Vermentino is an easy-drinking nod to the future of sustainable grape-growing. Vermentino thrives in warm, dry climates like the Hunter Valley, and this wine makes the most of its natural resilience. With fruit sourced from the Roxburgh Vineyard in the Upper Hunter, it’s all about simplicity done well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright and zippy, it’s bursting with tangy citrus and a subtle saline edge that keeps things lively. There’s a touch of texture and plenty of refreshing crunch, making it a great companion for sunny afternoons and laid-back meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with fresh seafood or just a handful of salty snacks, this is the kind of white that’s made for the esky and your next casual get-together. At this price, it’s as easy on the wallet as it is on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-mercer-wines-bianco-vermentino\" title=\"2025 Mercer Wines Bianco Vermentino\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Patrick Sullivan Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatrick Sullivan is a name synonymous with exceptional Australian Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a top-value way to sample his sensational stylings with this variety, with this very reasonably-priced entry-level Pat Sullivan wine!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis celebrates the volcanic soils of Southern Australia with a wine that strikes a lovely balance between richness, well-defined fruit, and distinctive soil-derived minerality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe vineyards are nestled along Australia's unique limestone coast. This region is the world's third-largest volcanic plain, harbouring approximately 400 dormant volcanoes. Who knew?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePat's deep-rooted connection to this area, where he spent much of his childhood, fills him with tremendous enthusiasm as he offers this great modern representation of Australian Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"My best Limestone Coast Chardonnay yet - perfectly poised with Goldilocks balance and mineral detail.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Patrick Sullivan (Owner\/Winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-patrick-sullivan-chardonnay\" title=\"2025 Patrick Sullivan Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39467622105131,"sku":"Fun in the Sun Whites Pack","price":159.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/FunintheSunWhitesPack_395e0597-81bb-4137-b993-10f1b704e878.webp?v=1780985219"},{"product_id":"2019-eldridge-estate-wendy-chardonnay","title":"2019 Eldridge Estate Wendy Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe iconic Eldridge Estate, spearheaded by David Lloyd, is one of the jewels in the crown of Mornington Peninsula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery berry that goes into this glorious Chardonnay is picked from their home estate. 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