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It’s the perfect \"everyday\" Nebbiolo that also rewards patience, making it one you can drink now or stash away for a few years of delicious anticipation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect layers of fresh cherry, slatey tannins, earthy spice, and just a hint of liquorice, wrapped around a core of vibrant acidity that keeps you coming back for more. This Nebbiolo is elegance in a glass—fun, approachable, but with enough depth to keep you hooked. Whether it’s a Tuesday night pasta or a low-key weekend dinner, this is the kind of wine that fits any occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this kind of quality, you’d usually pay double in this region. Stock up while you can—you might even find yourself hoarding bottles for those rainy days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Totally unique and captivating, as you’d expect, you can smell what is to follow, which is an astonishingly sophisticated marriage of fruit and structure – acidity and fine, fine tannins in sync, side by side, spicy, lingering, perfectly designed for the table where it is an astute gastronomic partner. Fabulous value as well.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tony Love (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a ripper... It’s so fine boned and restrained. Could be, likely is, the best, ‘entry level’ Langhe nebb I have seen. 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This wine captures the generosity and power of Riesling in the Clare Valley while showing a delicacy rarely seen in such a warm, dry year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is very enticing, offering Pink Lady apples, Meyer lemon, guava, and fresh nectarine. The palate bursts with zesty citrus, think lemon and blood orange, alongside sweet apple, mango, and passionfruit. A tight, crisp acidity carries these flavours to a long, zesty finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn absolute bargain and a must-have for lovers of Australian Riesling, delicious now or destined for the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Fresh and tightly wound, with aromas of lime zest, green apples, guavas, talc, gun smoke and white flowers. The palate is full of drive and precision, showing bright acidity with lemon pith, crushed stones and a hint of jasmine. Linear and focused, with a long, mineral-edged finish. 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And the value!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s an effortless thing, easily textural, yet also crisp, with a lot of love to give.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n","brand":"Coriole","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41965109870635,"sku":"2025 Coriole Fiano","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2025_Coriole_Fiano.png?v=1754448123"},{"product_id":"2024-bondar-violet-hour-shiraz","title":"2024 Bondar Violet Hour Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Violet Hour was the first wine Andre Bondar and Selina Kelly made, and it’s still the best expression of what they do - elegant, energetic McLaren Vale Shiraz with real shape and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced entirely from the Rayner Vineyard, where old vines sit on deep sands threaded with ironstone, the 2024 shows McLaren Vale in its most refined light. There’s red and blue fruit, a little spice and pepper, fine tannins, and just enough flesh to fill the frame. No heavy oak, no excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndre’s goal here has always been to make a wine that’s pure and expressive rather than loud or showy and this vintage nails it. 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It's a Bohemian at heart.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Brendan \u0026amp; Laura Carter on the Esoterico\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsoterico has been a cult hit since the early days of Unico Zelo, and the 2023 release shows just how far Brendan and Laura Carter have taken the style. It’s not white, not red – call it orange, amber, or just plain addictive – but whatever label you give it, this is one of the most drinkable skin-contact wines in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from a head-turning mix of Zibibbo, Gewürztraminer, Moscato Giallo, Greco and a touch of Fiano, it’s a riot of aromatics – think citrus peel, ginger, mandarin oil and heady florals – with a fine line of tannin giving shape to all that energy. Cloudy, amber in colour and unapologetically wild, but crucially: it’s balanced, refreshing and incredibly easy to pour another glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo additions (beyond a touch of sulphur at bottling), no fining, no filtration – just fruit, skins and time doing their thing. That raw honesty is why Esoterico has earned its cult status, and why every new release disappears so quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink it cold, drink it with friends, and don’t overthink it. 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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\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The value belies the quality as there’s always a lot of detail to this range, yet it's so approachable... A wine you want to drink on a cold day while staying toasty in front of a fire.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Garagiste","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42472044396587,"sku":"2025 Garagiste Le Stagiaire Pinot Noir","price":33.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2025GaragisteLeStagiairePinotNoir_7267272c-635f-4394-b8a2-57885f427909.png?v=1762824414"},{"product_id":"2025-bests-great-western-riesling","title":"2025 Bests Great Western Riesling","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Best's Great Western Riesling is proof that great value and pedigree can go hand-in-hand. From one of Australia’s most iconic family-run wineries, this Riesling is all about easy-drinking enjoyment with a side of serious cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright and aromatic, it’s brimming with lively lime, nashi pear, and a touch of floral jasmine. On the palate, crisp citrus and crunchy apple lead the way, underpinned by a refreshing acidity that keeps everything balanced and zippy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it’s perfect to enjoy now for its youthful freshness, this Riesling has the structure to age gracefully for up to two decades. 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It’s a blend of fruit from across Geelong - the Moorabool Valley, Surf Coast, and Bellarine - and it basically captures the best of the whole region in one bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe first thing you’ll notice is how bright and pretty it smells. It’s all wild strawberry and raspberry, but there’s this cool savory edge of white pepper and woodsmoke underneath. Ben used a bit of whole-bunch here, which gives it a nice \"crunch\" and that classic spicy hit we love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn the mouth, it’s medium-bodied, really supple, and has this lovely silken feel. A nice lick of oak balances the lovely fruit, and it all opens up the longer you leave the bottle open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eYou can definitely drink it now - maybe with a slight chill - but it’s got enough stuffing to get even better over the next year or two. 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