{"title":"Different Drop","description":"","products":[{"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":"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":"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":"bangin-bbq-reds-pack","title":"Rich Robust Reds Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is our go-to quintessential mixed pack which is designed for lovers of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/full-bodied-reds\" title=\"Rich Robust Reds\"\u003ebig reds\u003c\/a\u003e. It's full of luscious, ripe reds in a variety of styles from all over the country. Malbec, Tempranillo and Petit Verdot all get a run alongside classic varieties like Shiraz, Cabernet and Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Nick Spencer P.A.R. Hilltops Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Vinden Somerset Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 De Iuliis Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bleasdale Wellington Road GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Mordrelle Malbec Lagrein Cabernet Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Hay Shed Hill Vineyard Series Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Nick Spencer P.A.R. Hilltops Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.A.R. is a new label from Nick Spencer, started with the intention of focusing entirely on emerging\/alternative varieties in Australia, seeing fermentation and maturation only in sandstone amphoras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Malbec for this wine is sourced from a vineyard 600m above sea level with decomposed granite soils located around Young in the Hilltops region. The fruit gets picked and sent to amphora for fermentation and further ageing for 18 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes out bountiful in aromatics and flavour, with it's purple fruited heart to the fore thanks to the lack of oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"You can tell it’s Malbec, but also, gee, it’s a lot like a good Teroldego. I really like this.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is light and juicy, but, wow, does it finish the job beautifully through the finish! There's no heaviness to this wine – it's essentially built on acidity – but for character and complexity, it really has it going on, and at least, if not more importantly, it's really up there for drinkability too. As they say, delicioso!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8cWwvO2bNxo?si=wwxt4LnCG7n5uu8I\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" data-dashlane-frameid=\"87824\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-nick-spencer-p-a-r-hilltops-malbec\" title=\"2022 Nick Spencer P.A.R. Hilltops Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Vinden Somerset Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a wine that ticks all the boxes for a vibrant, modern Hunter Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBold and full of rich dark fruited goodness, with warming hints of spice and impeccably integrated oak. A little bit of whole bunch really adds depth, too, with seductive herbal, earthy notes making an appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine and elegant, it's an absolutely gorgeous Shiraz from Angus Vinden. Delicious stuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This captivating, elegant, single-site wine is wildly aromatic with orange peel, raspberries, red cherries and spice... It has a high-energy vibe with cleansing acid brightness and tension.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Toni Paterson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-vinden-somerset-shiraz\" title=\"2022 Vinden Somerset Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 De Iuliis Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 De Iuliis Shiraz is consistently one of the Hunter Valley's best-value reds, and the 2022 does not disappoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded by Joss and Anna De Iuliis in Lovedale, De Iuliis Wines flourished under the winemaking of their son Mike, who brings both modern energy and deep respect for Hunter traditions to each bottle. This Shiraz is crafted from low-yielding vines on the family’s original estate alongside select parcels from the Steven and Talga Road vineyards. The cooler 2022 season allowed for slow ripening, capturing purity and depth in the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, expect aromas of ripe blackberry, red plum, and a hint of black pepper. Medium-bodied with fine tannins, the palate delivers dark fruit and a subtle earthiness, finishing with a lively touch of spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady to drink now, this versatile Shiraz is perfect for casual BBQs or hearty meals, and a great introduction to Hunter Valley Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-de-iuliis-shiraz\" title=\"2022 De Iuliis Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bleasdale Wellington Road GSM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Bleasdale Wellington Road GSM is a stellar choice for those after great value in a red. Coming from Bleasdale, Australia’s second-oldest family-owned winery, this wine carries a legacy without the hefty price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 1850 by Frank Potts, Bleasdale has been crafting wines in Langhorne Creek for over six generations, and this blend is a nod to that tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after the original road leading to Bleasdale, the Wellington Road GSM combines Grenache, Shiraz, and Mourvèdre into a bright crimson drop bursting with cherry and blackberry flavours. A dash of nutmeg and white pepper adds a bit of spice, while the soft, chalky tannins make it an easy, enjoyable drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal with pork belly or duck, this wine is great to enjoy now or tuck away for a bit of ageing. At just $25, it’s a fantastic find that brings a piece of history to your glass without breaking the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Glorious GSM. Velvety and flavoursome with perfectly crafted tannin and the length to match. Red berries and blue, peppercorns and cedar, sweet spices and florals. Bass and treble, mid-tones and reverb. This is the goods.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bleasdale-wellington-road-gsm\" title=\"2023 Bleasdale Wellington Road GSM\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Mordrelle Malbec Lagrein Cabernet Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the name of this wine suggests, the blend is Malbec, Lagrein, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz - with Malbec making up the majority at 50%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect to find it full of a riot of black and purple fruits, violet florals, abound with a smooth texture, tannin and spice. It's all wrapped in a certain earthiness, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA really more-ish kind of red, and one that will go perfectly with any hearty meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This lives up to the promise of the colour and the pure fragrance of malbec's clone. High-class tannins and a silky mouthfeel, the flavours ranging through red, black and blue fruits. Drop-dead beautiful stuff. Celestial value.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-mordrelle-malbec-lagrein-cabernet-shiraz\" title=\"2021 Mordrelle Malbec Lagrein Cabernet Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Hay Shed Hill Vineyard Series Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hay Shed Hill Vineyard Series Cabernet Sauvignon is a great value expression of Margaret River, sourced from the heart of this iconic wine region. With fruit sourced exclusively from the estate’s mature, dry-grown vines planted in the early 1970s, this Cabernet shows the depth and character that Hay Shed Hill has become synonymous with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, you’ll get ripe cassis and berries, with hints of dark chocolate and a subtle minty freshness—trademarks of this storied vineyard. The palate is concentrated yet elegant, delivering layers of blackcurrant, dark cherry, and red fruit, all wrapped in finely integrated cedar oak, giving the wine a medium-bodied feel that’s both powerful and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will continue to develop beautifully over the next 5-8 years, but it’s also incredibly approachable now, especially if decanted. It's quintessential Margaret River Cab, elegantly flavourful and under $30 - a winning trifecta if you ask us.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Fifty-year-old Margaret River vines deliver a cabernet with deep colour, classy blackcurrant and bay leaf fruit with neatly handled alcohol, fine tannins and a dab of French oak. The value for money is the cream on the cake, as is the way the wine gets better each time you go back to it. Its juicy cassis fruit is faultless.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-hay-shed-hill-vineyard-series-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2021 Hay Shed Hill Vineyard Series Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31069217751083,"sku":"Rich Robust Reds Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/RichRobustRedsPack.webp?v=1735869885"},{"product_id":"icons-of-chardonnay-pack-1","title":"Icons of Chardonnay Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you want to experience the best Chardonnay Australia has to offer, then this pack is where it’s at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included wines come from six of Australia's most esteemed producers of Chardonnay. These wines mostly sell out on release each year, but we’ve squirrelled away a few precious bottles for the sake of this mixed pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is without question the best mixed pack of Chardonnay you will find in this country. With only a handful of packs available, get in and add these rare gems to your collection while you can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Tyrrell's Vat 47 Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bass Phillip Premium Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Leeuwin Art Series Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Cullen Kevin John Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Savaterre Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Giaconda Estate Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Tyrrell's Vat 47 Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"365\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eVat 47 is an important piece of Australian wine history. First released in 1971, it was the country’s first commercial Chardonnay, and it’s still setting the standard more than 50 years on. The 2023 continues that legacy with classic Hunter Valley richness, precision and quiet confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"367\"\u003eMade entirely from estate-grown fruit, much of it off old vines on the HVD and Short Flat blocks, it’s fermented and matured in French oak with a focus on texture and balance rather than overt oak flavour. The result is a full-bodied Chardonnay with depth and generosity, but also freshness and structure to carry it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"894\" data-start=\"686\"\u003eThis is a wine that consistently over-delivers - drinking beautifully young, but with a strong track record in the cellar. A proper modern Hunter Chardonnay that nods to its roots without being stuck in them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lemony fruit is intense... expansive, textural and deeply satisfying... finishing with remarkable purity, energy and deliciousness.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Toni Paterson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Struck match, green pear and apple, nougat\/almond, lime zest... fine chalky grip, long with green olive and lemon peel.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-tyrrells-vat-47-chardonnay\" title=\"2023 Tyrrell's Vat 47 Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bass Phillip Premium Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBass Phillip is a renowned Australian Chardonnay producer, whose white wines, funnily enough, have historically been overshadowed by their Pinots. But make no mistake, their Premium Chardonnay is among the country's classiest and most cellarworthy examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 release comes from a small block of the original 1979 planting, farmed organically and biodynamically. It’s a cooler season wine, and that comes through in its shape and feel: citrus and white stone fruit lead the way, with some almond meal and a savoury edge adding depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oak is tucked in, the texture is firm, and there’s a clean line of acidity that carries it along an impossibly long finish. The savouriness and 'old world' stylings that this wine is noted for still there in spades. It’ll take a few years to show its best, but it’s already a brilliant glass of Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It presents as oxidatively made style, a bit outside the Australian mainstream, more like a Burgundy. The palate has wonderful richness and depth of flavour. Truly impressive.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Always a gold hue to the Premium, albeit bright and light. Complex and detailed, savoury in outlook... There’s a slight oxidative note within, adding another layer of detail. Impressive. Distinctly Bass Phillip.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bass-phillip-premium-chardonnay\" title=\"2023 Bass Phillip Premium Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Leeuwin Art Series Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is arguably Australia's most iconic Chardonnay. For decades, this Margaret River legend has been in a league of its own - a Grand Cru of the Southern Hemisphere, capable of standing alongside the world’s finest white wines. The 2022 release continues that legacy, delivering power, complexity, and seamless balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is hand-harvested, cooled, and partially whole-bunch pressed before undergoing 100% barrel fermentation in new French oak. Regular lees stirring builds texture and depth, and after 11 months in barrel, the wine is blended and bottled without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is intense and layered - nashi pear, finger lime, and lemon curd, lifted by white florals, brioche, and sesame praline. The palate is pure and precise, unfolding with waves of nectarine, white peach, and citrus zest, laced with graphite minerality, gentle spice, and a fine chalky finish. The acidity is vibrant yet refined, giving the wine tension, length, and serious ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA benchmark Australian Chardonnay that needs no introduction - drink now or watch it evolve over the next 15+ years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"If you were sitting quietly in a corner, contemplating the vicissitudes of life, and a glass of this exceptional chardonnay came your way, well, all would be very well indeed. And you’d perk up... It seems powerful and explosive with its acidity, drive and energy yet manages to remain classy and complex.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Toasted nuts, yellow fruits, and exotic spices with a seamless oak integration. Powerful and statuesque, this Chardonnay is one to collect, though decanting is recommended for immediate enjoyment.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-leeuwin-art-series-chardonnay\" title=\"2022 Leeuwin Art Series Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Cullen Kevin John Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cullen Kevin John Chardonnay sits comfortably amongst the pantheon of Margaret River's finest Chardonnays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanya Cullen's unrelenting quest for winemaking excellence is beautifully realised in this ode to her late father, Dr. Kevin John Cullen. The man's passion for Margaret River Chardonnay was legendary and this wine surely does him proud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is hand picked exclusively on fruit days (the days of the biodynamic cycle which optimise fruit flavour) from the immaculate four decade old vineyard tended by the Cullen family. This is a wine of immense power and precision and stands as a constant reminder of the potential of Australian Chardonnay. The Cullen Kevin John sits at the apex of Australian Chardonnay and would make a fine addition to any serious cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Always one of our greatest Chardonnays, not just a great Margaret River Chardonnay... A wine of precision, this is poised and taut, long and lingering, with notes of oatmeal on the palate. Leave it for a couple of years and it will be very special.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Grapefruit and white peach, cedar\/caramel oak spices and a light fragrance of lemon blossom. Not all upfront fruit; there’s a savouriness throughout, a fine layer of nougat\/nutty lees and a tug of phenolics that adds more shape.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-cullen-kevin-john-chardonnay\" title=\"2024 Cullen Kevin John Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Savaterre Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeppell Smith first laid eyes on what would become the Savaterre vineyard back in 1996, a granite-rich slope on Beechworth’s legendary “Golden Mile”. Since then, his Chardonnays have carved out a place among the most profound in the country - complex, long-lived, and completely world-class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 release follows the brilliant 2022, and while it brings the same depth and power, this vintage shows even greater restraint and detail. Long, warm days and cool nights allowed for a slow, graceful ripening, and the result is a tightly coiled, age-worthy wine of precision and poise.\u003cem\u003e “These are the years for finesse and precision,\u003c\/em\u003e” says Keppell. \u003cem\u003e“It’s a serious, cerebral wine of great focus.” \u003c\/em\u003eThere’s real intensity here, but it’s harnessed by structure, tension and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass: straw yellow with silvery flecks. Aromatically, it’s a study in quiet confidence - lime blossom, white nectarine, beeswax and sandalwood, with flickers of hazelnut and pink grapefruit. The palate is all structure and line, with incredible drive, length, and a whisper of old-world charm. Decant if drinking young - this wine will continue to build and evolve over two decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Australia’s great Chardonnays, from one of the most detail-obsessed producers in the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A great chardonnay of terrific refinement and formidable power.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A double wow kind of chardonnay, such is the level of deep concentration and the purity of flavour and delivery.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jeni Port (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"There’s some almond creaminess in the mix too. It’s finer and less flavour packed than some of the prior vintages, but gee I love its delicacy. Superb.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-savaterre-chardonnay\" title=\"2023 Savaterre Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Giaconda Estate Vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe famed Giaconda Chardonnay is one of the great wines of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown by the iconic Rick Kinzbrunner on the hallowed slopes on the outskirts of Beechworth township, this wine has carved out a unique place for itself in Australian wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotable for its extraordinary power and ageing potential, it has long been held up as a bastion of quality Australian Chardonnay to the rest of the world. It is made in limited amounts and sells out without fail each and every year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways a hotly anticipated release. Allocations are extremely limited. If you want it for your cellar, you'll have to act quick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 only gets better the longer it is opened... Far from pinching the finish, the reduction provokes a physical response, one that requires more drinking to satiate.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I can’t always say Giaconda has inherent drinkabilty early on, but this wine kind of does, and in that way, it’s probably my favourite release to date. It has great bone structure and cool vintage complexity. Of course it will cellar so well. It would drink well, I think, with a rabbit pulled out of a hat.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-giaconda-estate-vineyard-chardonnay\" title=\"2023 Giaconda Estate Vineyard Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31727715221547,"sku":"Icons of Chardonnay Pack","price":899.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/IconsofChardonnayPack.jpg?v=1752195132"},{"product_id":"pet-nat-sampler-six-pack","title":"Pet Nat Party Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003ePet Nat, or \u003ca title=\"Petillant Natural Wines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/petillant-naturel\"\u003ePetillant Naturel \u003c\/a\u003e(French for Naturally Sparkling) is the natural sparkling wine phenomenon taking Australian wine shops, picnics and wine bars by storm! Preservative Free, colourful, rustic and a little bit kooky, these Summertime-sparkling-smashers are not going away any time soon. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Konpira Maru Whitlands Pet-Nat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 La Violetta Spunk Nat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dr. Ongo Pet Nat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Delinquente Tuff Nutt Pet Nat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Commune of Buttons Ancestale Blanc de Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Gilbert Pet Nat Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Konpira Maru Whitlands Pet-Nat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"515\" class=\"\"\u003eThis is Konpira Maru doing what they do best: offbeat, joyful winemaking that never takes itself too seriously but still gets all the details right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"515\" class=\"\"\u003eThis 2025 Pet-Nat is a proper field blend from their own vineyard up in Whitlands, made up of all sorts of wild-card grapes - think Scheurebe, Kerner, Ehrenfelser, Muscat Ottonel, plus a mix of Pinot Gris, Noir, Meunier, Gewürz, and a splash of Chardonnay. Basically, if it sounded fun to grow, it went in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"812\" class=\"\"\u003eEverything was picked and pressed bin by bin through the season, fermenting as it went, so this is as true a field blend as you’ll find. Naturally fermented, no messing around, hand-bottled, and hand-disgorged - exactly the kind of scrappy, delicious thing Sam and Al have built their name on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"933\" class=\"\"\u003eIt’s bright, fizzy, and built to be smashed cold on a sunny day. Pure good vibes in a bottle, no overthinking required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Konpira Maru Whitlands Pet-Nat\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-konpira-maru-whitlands-pet-nat\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 La Violetta Spunk Nat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eAJ Hoadley doesn’t like rules, and Spunk Nat is him at his most playful. In 2024 he grabbed Riesling from Frankland River, tossed in a splash of Shiraz from Mount Barker, let them spend a couple of days on skins and then co-fermented the lot. Bottled mid-ferment, it’s pét-nat done the La Violetta way – wild, fizzy and full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eIt’s bright and juicy with fine bubbles, a little savoury twist from the Shiraz and Riesling’s trademark tang keeping it refreshing. Left undisgorged, you’ll find a bit of haze and sediment, but that’s just part of the fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eEasygoing, a bit cheeky, and perfect for warm days and good company – it’s the kind of wine that doesn’t hang around once opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 La Violetta Spunk Nat\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-la-violetta-spunk-nat\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dr. Ongo Pet Nat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe's played around with the Pet-Nat style for a few years now, Peter Dredge, but he thinks he's onto a winning formula here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is mostly saignee Pinot Noir from his Tasmania Pinot Noir. Not happy with the chunky, chewy bits so often found in the bottom of other Pet-Nats, Dredge has disgorged each of these bottles and topped them with still fermenting Riesling juice to create a fresh and fizzy drink just ready for guzzling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDredge only makes this wine in tiny quantities. If you want a crack at the hilariously named Dr. Ongo, you'll need to be quick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Dr. Ongo Pet Nat\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dr-ongo-pet-nat\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Delinquente Tuff Nutt Pet Nat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrisp and crunchy Pet-Nats are booming in popularity across Australia. And when you can find thirst-quenching, chuggable wines like this at these kinds of prices, it's not hard to see why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is made from one of the only plantings of Bianco d'Alessano outside of its home in the Apulia region of southern Italy. The Proud family at Sherwood Estate in Loxton North seems like an ideal place for this variety to thrive as it's warm and dry just like its homeland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exotic perfume and wildness of this variety make it an ideal candidate for this light-fizz wine style. It's vibrant and bouncy and excellent value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Delinquente Tuff Nutt Pet Nat\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-delinquente-tuff-nutt-pet-nat\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Commune of Buttons Ancestale Blanc de Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ancestrale Blanc de Noir is Jasper Button’s take on what happens when pet-nat grows up. Made entirely from Pinot Noir grown in the cool slopes of the Piccadilly Valley, this sparkling wine is all about finesse and patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than rushing it to bottle, Jasper let this wine age for over two years on lees, building complexity and texture while keeping its natural energy intact. It’s fine and detailed, with layers of red apple, brioche and citrus peel, and a creamy bead that gives it real shape and persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the third release of the Ancestrale, and it feels like a turning point for the project - proof that natural sparkling can be elegant, refined and built to age. Drink it now with oysters and salty snacks, or stash a bottle away and watch it evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly a small amount made - once it’s gone, there’s no guarantee it’ll be back next year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Commune of Buttons Ancestale Blanc de Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-commune-of-buttons-ancestale-blanc-de-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Gilbert Pet Nat Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill Gilbert continues his exploration of Petillant Naturel here with a fresh bottling of naturally fermenting Riesling from Orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe's got a great eye for the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is zippy and zingy, loaded with juicy citrus flavours and delightfully cloudy to boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are loving the wave of delicious Pet Nats exploding across Australia, then Will's should definitely be on your hit list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Gilbert Pet Nat Riesling\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-gilbert-pet-nat-riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31768352522283,"sku":"Pet Nat Party Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/PetNatPartyPack_fd53d9cd-e287-40b6-a96e-59eeb237c1eb.webp?v=1770682357"},{"product_id":"the-winter-warmers-mixed-pack","title":"The Winter Warmers Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCozy up this winter with our carefully curated Winter Warmers Pack, featuring six rich and \u003ca title=\"Winter Warming Reds\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/winter-warming-reds\"\u003erobust red wines\u003c\/a\u003e perfect for those chilly evenings. This selection includes hearty 96 point McLaren Vale Shiraz from Bondar, a cracking 95 point Cabernet Sauvignon, one of the country's best value Grenache wines and velvety Montepulciano and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re by the fireplace or at a festive dinner, these wines were specifically chosen to help you get your winter glow on!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pack comes in at under $25 a bottle delivered with 20% OFF the full price of the pack!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bondar Violet Hour Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Cirillo Vincent Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Nick Spencer Wines Medium Dry Red Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Unico Zelo Pipe Dream Nero d'Avola\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Mercer Wines Montepulciano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Spinifex Tempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bondar Violet Hour Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Violet Hour Shiraz captures everything we love about McLaren Vale Shiraz, with a fresh, modern twist. Named after the dusky, violet-hued skies that marked the Bondars’ first-ever Shiraz harvest, this wine is all about elegance and power in perfect harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Rayner Vineyard—a revered site where the sandy soils of Blewitt Springs meet the structure of Seaview—this Shiraz offers the best of both worlds. Bright blue and red fruits take centre stage, complemented by silky tannins and a gentle aromatic lift that gives the wine a beautiful, expansive feel without the weight of heavy oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"It’s kind of bang on for that philosophy of that wine. You've got this modern, more medium-bodied take on the variety, but still got lots of flavour, good tannin, no oak influence... I love it. It’s really, really fine. Exactly what we want from Violet Hour.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Andre Bondar on the 2023 Violet Hour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its lovely tannin structure and vibrant red fruit, the 2023 Violet Hour is both versatile and sophisticated, offering plenty of flavour for drinkers who want the plushness and complexity of McLaren Vale without the heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA must-buy for any Shiraz lover seeking something both stylish and expressive.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The value here has always been super keen. That’s as true as ever with this iteration from a cool year, typically lifted and fragrant but also with some serious import. A tick up from mid-weight, this is spicy and peppered ferruginous minerality, along with blackberry, dark cherries, tapenade, violet, cassia, bay, coffee bean, and salted licorice. Red berries swell up on the palate, with a thoughtfully woven skein of tannins underwriting its class. Excellent.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vpz7ctIPR_c?si=40WhU4wz2ueGfKa-\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Bondar Violet Hour Shiraz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bondar-violet-hour-shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Cirillo Vincent Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cirillo Vincent Grenache is, year after year, one of the country's best-value Grenache. It's also a homage to Marco's father, who passed down all of his winemaking knowledge (spanning 8 generations!) down to him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVincent is a charismatic character, just like his maker. It bucks the trend of big, sweet, oaky Barossa Grenache and sits firmly in the bright, cheery and gluggable camp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA portion of whole bunches give it a lifted perfume and silky texture, while the use of older French oak and stainless steel ensure this is a lot brighter and bouncier than many of its Barossa counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExceedingly easy drinking and tremendous value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Is this the best value red wine in Australia? It'd have to be up there at the pointy end... delivers so much enjoyment for the price. A cracker.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion) on the 2023 Cirillo Vincent Grenache\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"This strikes me as among the best value wines yet tasted this year... Delicious! Drink or hold.\" - Ned Goodwin MW (JamesSuckling.com) on the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e2022 Cirillo Vincent Grenache\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Cirillo Vincent Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-cirillo-vincent-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Nick Spencer Wines Medium Dry Red Blend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNick Spencer’s Medium Dry Red Blend is a nod to a golden era of Australian wine – the classic ‘Aussie clarets’ of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Back then, the focus was on crafting beautiful, balanced wines from multiple varieties rather than spotlighting single regions or grapes. Nick’s 2023 version captures that spirit in a modern, polished way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt on a Cabernet Sauvignon base, with Shiraz and a splash of Malbec, it’s vivid and immediately engaging. Expect a lifted, floral nose with notes of blue and black fruits, ironstone, aniseed, and a hint of dark chocolate. The palate is juicy and medium-bodied, with a crunchy cranberry-like acidity and silky tannins that promise a good few years of evolution if you have the patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs always with Nick’s wines, it’s an exercise in balance, charm, and drinkability. A roast lamb or a hearty tray of roast veggies would do it justice. This is a true-blue, proper Australian red, thoughtfully done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is such a pure expression of cabernet. It has depth, flavour, scaffolding and length, but most especially, it’s lifted. It tastes of boysenberry, cocoa, bay leaves and fennel, with complex tannin spreading and running through the juiciness of the finish. Drinking this is like watching steam rise from a cool dark pond; here though the steam is scent. It just keeps on rising as if it can barely stop itself. It’s a beautiful drink and a charming experience.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Nick Spencer Wines Medium Dry Red Blend\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-nick-spencer-wines-medium-dry-red-blend\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Unico Zelo Pipe Dream Nero d'Avola\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk Unico Zelo winemaker Brendan Carter the reason for the name 'Pipe Dream' for this wine and he chuckles, explaining that he has a pipe dream that one day Nero d'Avola will be planted more widely in Australian than Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaybe one day!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is all about exploring what Nero can do from a cooler climate in the Adelaide Hills (Birdwood specifically) as opposed to its usual warmer Aussie homes of Heathcote, McLaren Vale and Riverland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting wine is impressive, pulsating with both brightness and concentration, whilst never losing its natural acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot a lot made, but absolutely delicious! The perfect drop for when you're feeling a little fancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Unico Zelo Pipe Dream Nero d'Avola\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-unico-zelo-pipe-dream-nero-davola\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Mercer Wines Montepulciano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mercer Montepulciano Rosso brings a little bit of the Italian countryside to Australia, delivering an attractive, energetic wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMontepulciano is an Italian grape that is slowly and thankfully growing in popularity in Australia. Mercer's iteration of it is a nod to its European forebears with its lovely dark fruits and chocolate tones, with some savoury herbs adding some complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it's all about energy and flavour, with the fruitiness singing alongside the acidity, while the tannins are not overpowering but finely integrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you can't get your hands on an Italian Montepulciano, grab the Mercer instead. You'll thank us later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It's an excellent example of monte's fun and serious sides. A great drink for anything seared on the barbecue or spicy meat-based stews. A value add to any day of the week.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Mercer Wines Montepulciano\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-mercer-wines-montepulciano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Spinifex Tempranillo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Spinifex has certainly amassed a formidable reputation for producing some of the country's leading examples of Rhone-inspired reds and whites, Peter Schell is no slouch with when it comes to knocking out a top-notch example of an emerging variety either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a single vineyard Tempranillo from the foothills of the Barossa Valley. It's picked early, destemmed, fermented wild and bottled without fining or filtration. This release from the Spinifex duo is as you might expect, a combination of just the right amount of precision and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this release, Pete is searching for freshness and varietal character - he's nailed it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great addition to the Spinifex range and yet another feather in Pete's very feathery cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Spinifex Tempranillo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-spinifex-tempranillo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31808426180651,"sku":"The Winter Warmers Pack","price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/WinterWarmers_1.webp?v=1756445972"},{"product_id":"new-zealand-pinot-power-pack","title":"New Zealand Pinot Power Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis mixed pack contains some of the very finest and most sought-after Pinot Noirs in all of New Zealand. Icons, rising stars, some of the biggest names in NZ wine. This is a strictly limited run pack and won't be available for long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Ata Rangi Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Felton Road Calvert Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Rippon Mature Vine Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Burn Cottage Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Sato La Ferme de Sato Sur les Nuages Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Prophet's Rock Home Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Ata Rangi Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAta Rangi has long stood at the very top of New Zealand Pinot Noir, its name synonymous with Martinborough’s stony soils and the powerful, cellar-worthy wines they produce. Founded in 1980 by Clive Paton on a humble sheep paddock, the estate has grown into one of the world’s great Pinot benchmarks, without ever losing its small-family ethos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 release shows exactly why Ata Rangi is held in such esteem. It’s made from the estate’s oldest vines on the Martinborough Terrace, including a large proportion of the Abel clone – the so-called “Gumboot” Pinot that’s become part of New Zealand wine folklore. The season brought its challenges, but careful handwork and strict selection meant only pristine fruit made it into the fermenters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, the wine is as perfumed and complex as ever: spice-laden notes of clove, cardamom and pink peppercorn over red fruits, rosehip and grilled strawberry. The palate brings that classic Ata Rangi poise – silky, layered, savoury, with fine tannins threading everything together. It finishes long and precise, promising both immediate charm and decades of graceful evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA landmark 2022 release from one of New Zealand’s most important producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Stunning and captivating, the wine shows dark berry, warm spice, porcini, and toasted almond characters with an elegant floral overtone. The palate is equally enticing with outstanding concentration and depth, combined with silky flow and beautifully infused fine tannins, making it wonderfully structured with finesse and sophistication. Gorgeously proportioned and harmonious with a sustained, graceful finish.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/703OhE8Eh84\" title=\"Ata Rangi\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-ata-rangi-pinot-noir\" title=\"2022 Ata Rangi Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Felton Road Calvert Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelton Road has been making Pinot in Bannockburn since the early ’90s, and Calvert Vineyard has long been one of their most recognisable sites. It sits just east of the winery on deep clay and silt soils, giving wines that are a bit darker, more grounded, and quietly powerful compared to their other blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 season was warm and dry with cool nights – perfect for slow, even ripening. The fruit was hand-picked, mostly destemmed with a bit of whole bunch, and fermented with wild yeast before ageing in French oak, about 20% new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine shows dark cherry and plum, a little spice and earth, and that firm, chalky texture Calvert always seems to give. It’s structured but not heavy, with clean acidity and plenty of length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic Central Otago Pinot from one of the region's flagship producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-felton-road-calvert-vineyard-pinot-noir\" title=\"2024 Felton Road Calvert Vineyard Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Rippon Mature Vine Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"456\"\u003eThis Pinot is the clearest snapshot of Rippon in any given year – a blend of all the fully established Pinot Noir vines across the property, many planted in the 80s and 90s on their own roots. The vineyard sits on a north-facing slope above Lake Wānaka, where schist, gravel and old glacial deposits meet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eIn 2021, Nick Mills kept things simple in the winery, letting the season and the fruit do the talking. The wine spent two winters in barrel and two more in bottle before release, settling into its shape and letting the tannins knit. There’s no makeup here – just the vineyard’s own texture and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eIt’s an elegant, fine-boned expression, more about persistence and nuance than sheer weight. You can drink it now for its perfume and freshness, but it’ll really hit its stride after a few more years in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eOne of the Southern Hemisphere's most individual and compelling Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lovely ripe berries and strawberries with some juicy fruit and forest flower aromas that follow through to a full body with layers of fruit and fine tannins that spread across the palate.\"\u003cbr\u003e- JamesSuckling.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-rippon-mature-vine-pinot-noir\" title=\"2021 Rippon Mature Vine Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Burn Cottage Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurn Cottage is one of the most celebrated Pinot Noirs in New Zealand, and this is another tremendous release, that could be enjoyed young but would be best kept in the cellar for a few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA biodynamic vineyard from day one, this site has been groomed to perfection to produce Pinot Noir that can rival any in the world. Many believe this to be one of the most impressive versions of Pinot Noir outside of Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in only 2003, each year the vines get older, the more intense and complex the wine gets. It's the rare combination of power and finesse that sets the Burn Cottage Pinot Noir apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2022 Burn Cottage Vineyard Pinot Noir is light and fine, with a delicate array of cherry, strawberry, red apple and freshly pressed linen notes. Woven throughout is sweet tobacco, graphite, white tea and finely ground pink peppercorns. In the mouth, the acidity works with the tannins to penetrate the palate with flavor, and it has an ethereal quality to it, which marks it as distinctly different from the Sauvage Pinot Noir. This is an eminently pretty Pinot Noir and comes highly recommended.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-burn-cottage-vineyard-pinot-noir\" title=\"2022 Burn Cottage Vineyard Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Sato La Ferme de Sato Sur les Nuages Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshiaki and Kyoko Sato have built something special in Central Otago, and their 2022 La Ferme de Sato Sur les Nuages Pinot Noir shows why they’re one of the region’s most exciting producers. Leaving behind corporate careers in Tokyo and London, the Satos have dedicated themselves to organic, biodynamic winemaking with a hands-off approach that puts the vineyard front and centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from their chemical-free Mount Pisa vineyard, this Pinot Noir is all about purity and balance. Natural fermentation, no additives, and minimal sulphur ensure the wine stays true to its origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, you’ll find dried strawberry, wild mushroom, and a touch of spice, with hints of earth and tar adding intrigue. The palate is elegant and layered, with deep red cherry and plum flavours carried by fine tannins and juicy acidity. A dusty texture and long, graceful finish round out the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a powerhouse Central Otago Pinot that can go toe-to-toe with any of the biggest names in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points \u0026amp; No.11 in the Suckling Top 100 Wines of NZ for 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The aromas and flavors are marked with dried-strawberry, nutmeg, bark and mushroom character. Tar too. This is structured, showing fine tannins that give a beautiful mouthfeel and tension. Medium-bodied with a dusty texture in the finish and a long and thoughtful ending. Rather ethereal and energetic.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-sato-la-ferme-de-sato-sur-les-nuages-pinot-noir\" title=\"2022 Sato La Ferme de Sato Sur les Nuages Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Prophet's Rock Home Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Home Block Pinot Noir burst onto the NZ wine scene when its first release, the 2005 vintage, was named in Bob Campbell's top 10 Pinot Noirs in Central Otago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then it has been one of the most consistently highly rated Pinot Noirs in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Home Block Pinot vines yield intense fruit, winemaker Paul Pujol mustering all he has learnt from his time at noted Oregon producer Rex Hill and in Chambolle-Musigny, Burgundy, to harness the power of his site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an Old-World-Meets-New-World style of Pinot Noir. Structured, savoury and a killer in the cellar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"A fantastic pinot with dried strawberries, orange peel, terra-cotta, and dried leaves. It’s full and very layered with creamy and fine tannins that go on for minutes. Plenty of depth and very long with tension and a beautifully creamy, velvety finish.”\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling (JamesSuckling.com)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-prophets-rock-home-vineyard-pinot-noir\" title=\"2022 Prophet's Rock Home Vineyard Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31913053093931,"sku":"New Zealand Pinot Power Pack","price":579.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/NewZealandPinotPowerPack_16f2d225-7015-4cea-a423-4373917b9e4c.webp?v=1763508834"},{"product_id":"kick-ass-cabernet-pack","title":"Cabernet \u0026 Mates Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eSix kick-ass members of Cabernet’s extended family for all over the country that prove that Cabernet can still be cool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bloody Hill Villages Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Dalla Mia Finestra Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2020 Blue Poles Allouran Merlot Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Nocturne SR Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Renzaglia Cabernets di Renzo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Murdoch Hill Vis-a-Vis Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bloody Hill Villages Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully fresh and supple Cabernet from Timo's son Rivar, and wonderful value again in the Bloody Hill Villages range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade at the family winery the fruit is sourced from the Coldstream sub-region. Hand-picked, wild fermented and matured in old oak for just six months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery pure fruited, with blackcurrant leaf and cassis dominating. Gracefully mid-weight with real palate lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCracking Cabernet for early drinking..(maybe not early morning though).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"If you could grow cabernet in Beaujolais, this is what it would smell like. Fragrant with ripe raspberries, blackcurrant pastilles and spices. Juicy on the palate, with light, grippy tannins making this a delicious wine to drink, ever so slightly chilled, on a warm night with food.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The more I tasted, the more I liked and then loved. Ripper drinking. One of those ‘wow wines’ for the bucks.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bloody-hill-villages-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2023 Bloody Hill Villages Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Dalla Mia Finestra Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is something of a golden patch for Cabernet in the Lower Yarra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the likes of Mount Mary and Yeringberg have forged their reputations for producing some of the country's finest Cabernets and Cabernet blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the bottom of the Yeringberg slope, a stone's throw from that legendary vineyard, sits the little family property of Bruce Lang. He's a man who quietly tends his grapes, Cabernet mainly, but with patches of Malbec, Shiraz and Pinot Noir in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe makes his wine with a hodgepodge of equipment, everything done by hand. The wines he makes, without fanfare, seriously over deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernet is smoking value if you love the mid-weight Claret styles the Yarra has become adored for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The first Finestra cab to include 5% of merlot\/malbec\/cabernet franc. A very bright crimson red. A perfumed and youthful bouquet of dark cherries, blackcurrant, damson plums and violets. Gently leafy and equally good on the medium-bodied palate, which is juicy, yet compact with fine grained, persistent tannins rounding out a lovely wine. It's not the first Finestra wine I've tasted recently that has over delivered at this modest pricepoint, either.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Red and black fruits, baking spice, plenty of perfume, violet and pencils, and gee it’s a beautiful smelling wine, and there’s a slight varietal roast red capsicum\/pimento thing that adds rather than detracts. It’s medium-bodied, plenty of fleshy tannin grip, acidity is bright and crisp, and the finish is long and gently chewy, with tobacco and floral perfume trailing. Essence of YV Cabernet. It’s such a strong release, and best since the 2017. I’m thinking either 94 or 95 points, though the longer I spend time with it, the more it pushes me towards the higher score. Incredible value for a wine of this class and provenance too.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-dalla-mia-finestra-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2021 Dalla Mia Finestra Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2020 Blue Poles Allouran Merlot Cabernet Franc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you think of Blue Poles you think of the Allouran, and this is a top shelf release of this much-loved wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classic blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc is one song in this release - the latter adding structure and perfume to the plump, juicy goodness of Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside some of its more ambitiously priced Margaret River counterparts, the Allouran is phenomenal value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine sells out quicker and quicker each year. Act quickly if you want some for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2020-blue-poles-allouran-merlot-cabernet-franc\" title=\"2020 Blue Poles Allouran Merlot Cabernet Franc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Nocturne SR Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR Cabernets is a welcome addition to the Nocturne family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's made as a fleshier, more slurpable style of Margaret River Cabernet blend, built for drinking while you wait for the excellent Nocturne Single Vineyard Cabernet to mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from Yallingup, the Margaret River sub-region that Julian Langworthy believes makes some of the best Cabernet blends in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernet component comes from their beloved Sheoak vineyard (the source of their SV Cabernet) and it's blended with small portions of Merlot and Malbec from the neighbouring vineyard farmed by the Simpsons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a top-value Cabernet blend from this dynamic label. Easy drinking at a great price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s a wine of interest and impact, and mainly, I just enjoy that it’s a pretty serious Cabernet for not a lot of money.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-nocturne-sr-cabernets\" title=\"2022 Nocturne SR Cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Renzaglia Cabernets di Renzo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernet di Renzo is an early-drinking Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from Orange, Bathurst, and O’Connell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePredominantly Cabernet Franc from the Boreelane vineyard, owned by Phillip Shaw, fermented with a small portion of whole bunches and held on skins for about a month before aging in old oak. The Cabernet component comes from Canobolas Wines and Merlot from the Carillion Vineyard, co-fermented with Cabernet Sauvignon from Gordon Hills, managed by Gilbert Family Wines and Nick Lander.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdding depth to the blend are Cabernet and Merlot from Bella Luna, fermented as whole berries and aged in old oak. This meticulous crafting process highlights the essence of each vineyard, resulting in a harmonious and expressive wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLovely drinking from the talented Sam Renzaglia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Very appealing, medium-bodied red with vibrant perfume. Good chewy aftertaste with medium tannin.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Kasia Sobiesiak (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-renzaglia-cabernets-di-renzo\" title=\"2022 Renzaglia Cabernets di Renzo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Murdoch Hill Vis-a-Vis Cabernet Franc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine was made as a tip of a cap to the energetic, mid-weight red wines of the Loire Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Downer has been making big moves over the last few years looking for more drinkability in his reds wines. Keeping them fresh and light on their feet. This fits nicely into that brief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's Cabernet Franc made to be drunk in any weather, even with a chill if you like. Loads of sweet berries and a lilting floral perfume. It's a sublime Loire-inspired red wine that's sure to be a huge crowd pleaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-murdoch-hill-vis-a-vis-cabernet-franc\" title=\"2023 Murdoch Hill Vis-a-Vis Cabernet Franc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31988586446891,"sku":"Cabernet \u0026 Mates Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Cabernet_MatesPack_d4ecccef-3d50-40b8-b191-bc8029faecd5.webp?v=1756449820"},{"product_id":"prosecco-party-pack","title":"Prosecco Party Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eProsecco has in recent years taken the world by storm, becoming much loved for its easy drinking, flexibility and great value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the northern climes of Italy to various Italian-settled wine regions of Australia, this mixed pack brings you six deliciously approachable \u003ca title=\"Prosecco Sparkling Wines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/prosecco-wines\"\u003eProseccos\u003c\/a\u003e at a terrific price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummer sorted!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Mada Prosecco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Usher Tinkler La Volpe Prosecco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNV Billy Button Prosecco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNV Ca'di Alte Prosecco DOC Extra Dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNV Amanti Prosecco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNV Colli Vicentini Carlo V Cuvée dell'Imperatore Prosecco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Mada Prosecco\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little limited release here from Hamish Young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of bubbles that you can sink without thinking. The fruit comes from the Freeman vineyard in the Hilltops region, it's made in a traditional Prosecco style - clean, fruity and fresh as can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHamish's wines all offer great drinking in their youth. This fun little fizzer is no different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a solid, no-brainer Prosecco that looks great and drinks just as well, check out this for a great local option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-mada-prosecco\" title=\"2024 Mada Prosecco\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Usher Tinkler La Volpe Prosecco\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from estate-grown Glera in the Hunter, La Volpe is Usher Tinkler’s take on fresh, fruit-driven Aussie Prosecco - bright, clean and built for easy drinking. The 2024 is light on its feet and ultra-refreshing, with just enough fizz to keep things lively without overdoing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s made in the Charmat method and bottled young to capture the crisp, floral charm of the variety. Green apple, citrus and white blossom lead the charge, with a dry finish that keeps you coming back for another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo need to overthink it - just chill, pour, and enjoy. A great party starter or an easy match with snacks, seafood, or nothing at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-usher-tinkler-la-volpe-prosecco\" title=\"2024 Usher Tinkler La Volpe Prosecco\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNV Billy Button Prosecco\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJo Marsh has a long history of making top quality sparkling wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\n\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\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the perfect any time, anywhere sparkling and top value to boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/nv-billy-button-wildflower-prosecco\" title=\"NV Billy Button Prosecco\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNV Ca'di Alte Prosecco DOC Extra Dry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by winemaker Alberto Marchisio, a Piemontese who has brought his expertise to the hills south of Vicenza, this Prosecco benefits from the unique terroir of the Colli Berici. The hillside vineyards, with their volcanic soils and north-facing slopes, ensure lower yields and optimal ripeness, preserving the delicate aromas and flavors essential to this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, this Prosecco is fresh and fragrant, with white flowers, green apple, and a flourish of acacia. The palate follows through with light, airy bubbles and flavors of ripe pear and red apple, accented by a hint of lemon sherbet. The finish is dry and refreshing, with crisp acidity and a lingering aftertaste of baked apple and subtle lemon zest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a casual evening, this Prosecco is sure to impress with its refined character and vibrant freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/nv-cadi-alte-prosecco-doc-extra-dry\" title=\"NV Ca'di Alte Prosecco DOC Extra Dry\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNV Amanti Prosecco\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the colourfully frothy fizz of pet-nat seems to steal all the picnic fun these days, don’t write off Prosecco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Venetian charmer is a lovely reminder of how the hinterland behind the little lagoon, took the sparkling world by storm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its fun-loving appley fruit, this Amanti offers outstanding value for all your outdoor entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/nv-amanti-prosecco\" title=\"NV Amanti Prosecco\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNV Colli Vicentini Carlo V Cuvée dell'Imperatore Prosecco\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after Emperor Charles V, this fizz from Colli Vicentini is a lot more fun than it is regal. It comes from the hills around Vicenza , where the Glera grapes \u0026amp;nbsp;ripen slowly and keep their snap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking is classic - Charmat method in stainless steel \u0026amp;nbsp;- but they age it a little before release to smooth everything out. It’s vibrant and fresh, loaded with green apple, wild flowers and a zesty citrus kick. On the palate it’s got a lovely creamy mousse \u0026amp;nbsp;that balances the dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt doesn't take itself too seriously. It’s the kind of bottle you crack for a garden party or just because it's Tuesday and you have some prosciutto in the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, it makes a delicious Aperol spritz!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/nv-colli-vicentini-carlo-v-cuvee-dellimperatore-prosecco\" title=\"NV Colli Vicentini Carlo V Cuvée dell'Imperatore Prosecco\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32895002050603,"sku":"Prosecco Party Pack","price":144.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/ProseccoPartyPack_dd4d407f-e732-44f5-8117-0247986c3967.webp?v=1764732242"},{"product_id":"christmas-day-survival-pack","title":"Christmas Day Survival Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pack is designed to get you through Christmas Day. It features our most popular wines of the year in each of their respective categories at an excellent price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy two packs to get an extra 20% OFF your second pack!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Rieslingfreak No. 4 Eden Valley Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Patrick Sullivan Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Bondar Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Aphelion The Confluence Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Ravensworth Shiraz Viognier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Rieslingfreak No. 4 Eden Valley Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Hughes’ deep love of Riesling shines through once again in this superb Eden Valley release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 No. 4 is sourced from selected vineyards across the southern ranges of Eden Valley, including the High Eden subregion of Flaxman Valley and sites near Angaston and Springton. In a year defined by record dry conditions, searing heat, and a challenging frost event, these sites yielded fruit of stunning purity and intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in a dry style, this Riesling captures Eden Valley at its finest: elegance, perfume, and slate-like minerality. The bouquet leaps with fresh lime, passionfruit, and rosewater, layered with fennel seed, star anise, and a hint of rain on warm slate. The palate is finely structured, bursting with lime juice and elderflower, drawn long by the vintage’s hallmark crisp acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother deadset bargain for any Riesling lover from John \u0026amp; Belinda Hughes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points \u0026amp; No. 9 in the James Suckling Top 100 Australian Wines of 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The palate is sharp and focused... The finish is both electric and precise. Excellent.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-rieslingfreak-no-4-eden-valley-riesling\" title=\"2025 Rieslingfreak No. 4 Eden Valley Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 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, only the third-ever release, continues to honour 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\u003cstrong\u003e94 points \u0026amp; Top 100 Wines of 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Patrick Sullivan is one of the country’s most thoughtful winemakers; beneath his mop of unruly hair ticks a brain obsessed with how volcanic-derived soils can shape a wine. He works mostly across Gippsland, Victoria, but for this wine he heads across the South Australian border to Mt Gambier. The result is a fine, sculpted chardonnay, its gentle curves laced with a sparkling minerality.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It feels familiar, a wine from the past, the affordable cellar dweller for the flavourtown chardonnay drinkers, and it’s great for that.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-patrick-sullivan-chardonnay\" title=\"2024 Patrick Sullivan Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Bondar Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndre Bondar is one of the best makers of Rose in Australia. There. We said it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the 2025 is absolutely on point yet again. A blend of Grenache (90%), Cinsault (5%), and Mataro (5%), this rosé is all about freshness, delicacy, and drinkability, perfectly capturing the breezy charm of their coastal home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's pale, dry, and full of aromas of red berries, watermelon, and a hint of citrus. The palate is crisp and refreshing, with juicy fruit flavours balanced by a clean, savoury finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur go-to Aussie Rose and unbeatable value!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"In any year, this is a sure candidate for Australia’s top rosé – for both quality and value ... A benchmark mod-Oz rosé.”\u003cbr\u003e– Young Gun Of Wine, 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"This is benchmark stuff, further cementing Bondar's rosé as a reference point.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Always one of the country's finest rosés\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin MW, Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-bondar-rose\" title=\"2025 Bondar Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the wine that kicked it all off for Ricky Evans, and after 13 vintages, it just keeps getting better. A true snapshot of the Tamar Valley, TMV Pinot blends fruit from Ricky’s own vineyards with a couple of trusted growers, delivering a cracking Pinot that’s both effortless and detailed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink bright red berries—raspberry, wild strawberry, a bit of cranberry—wrapped up in fine, chalky tannins with a flicker of spice. There’s just enough whole bunch (10%) to add a little lift, and a stint in old barriques (only 10% new) keeps everything fresh, juicy, and dangerously easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Tassie Pinot pleasure—made to be opened, enjoyed, and probably finished faster than you planned. Stocks are always tight, so don’t sit on your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-two-tonne-tasmania-tmv-pinot-noir\" title=\"2024 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Aphelion The Confluence Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aphelion The Confluence Grenache is a brilliant showcase of Rob Mack's mastery of McLaren Vale Grenache. Sourced predominantly from the prestigious Blewitt Springs subregion, this vibrant and expressive wine seamlessly blends whole berry and whole bunch ferments to create a Grenache that is complex yet fantastically drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it’s a stunning, bright red with purple hues. Aromatics of raspberry, cinnamon spice, and red liquorice leap out, with a hint of herbal intrigue. On the palate, you’ll find wild strawberry, Satsuma plum, and fine sandalwood, balanced by soft, fine tannins that give the wine a beautiful length and poise. Despite its intensity, the Confluence remains light on its feet—packed with flavour but never heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for drinking now but capable of evolving through to 2035, this is a wine that works equally well on its own or paired with food. Whether you’re enjoying a casual evening on the deck or indulging in a special meal, the 2023 Confluence Grenache is a versatile, crowd-pleasing bottle that reflects the best, brightest side of of McLaren Vale Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is all charm, but with a distinctly sophisticated elegance of delivery, with all the expected pops of red fruit – raspberry, red cherry, redcurrant, some pomegranate – conveyed with vibrancy but never confection, florals, white pepper, musk and a hint of orange peel accenting. The tannins are fine, naturally wrought, food friendly and perfectly synched with the medium fruit weight. Just lovely.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Strawberry, raspberry, a fair amount of spice, a little twist of orange peel and amaro herbs too. It’s medium-bodied, offers bright cranberry crunch to acidity, and the quality of the tannin is something of a highlight – kind of like pumice stone – then it’s all juicy red fruit with a cinch of bitterness and a savoury flourish closing out a finish of fine length. It’s really good. It has energy, and it drinks very well too.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-aphelion-the-confluence-grenache\" title=\"2023 Aphelion The Confluence Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Ravensworth Shiraz Viognier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew winemakers know Shiraz Viognier like Bryan Martin. He spent years at Clonakilla helping shape Australia’s most famous example of the style, and for nearly two decades he’s been honing his own version under the Ravensworth label. Today, his estate-grown Shiraz Viognier is one of Canberra’s most talked-about wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage shows why. It’s cool-climate Shiraz at its most captivating: floral, spicy and red-fruited, lifted by just a whisper of Viognier. That small addition isn’t about perfume alone – Bryan uses it to shape the palate, giving the wine a silky, seamless feel that’s become a hallmark of Ravensworth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine that feels effortlessly together even in youth, with layers of cherry, spice and dried flowers already meshing beautifully. The structure is fine and long, suggesting a decade in the cellar will only add complexity, though it’s dangerously drinkable now with lamb or anything fragrant and spiced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction is small – only 700 dozen made – and demand is high. If you’re serious about Shiraz Viognier, this belongs in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Layers and layers of texture and interest. It's light on its feet and an excellent choice for the Australian summer.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Melissa Moore (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-ravensworth-shiraz-viognier\" title=\"2023 Ravensworth Shiraz Viognier\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33028786192427,"sku":"Christmas Day Survival Pack","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/ChristmasDaySurvivalPack.png?v=1764541879"},{"product_id":"south-african-sampler-pack","title":"Explore South Africa Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fantastic six pack snapshot of all that is good about South African wine. Three whites, three reds, all top drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Carinus Family Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Patatsfontein Wit Versnit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Olifantsberg Roussanne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Wolf \u0026amp; Woman Pinotage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Testalonga Baby Bandito Chin Up Cinsault\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Mullineux Kloof Street Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Carinus Family Chenin Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Carinus Family Chenin Blanc is a wonderful entry point to the deliciously juicy Chenin Blancs of Swartland, crafted by cousins Danie and Hugo Carinus. Known for their meticulous work as fifth-generation grape growers, the Carinus family has built a reputation for supplying top-tier fruit to South Africa’s most respected producers. With this wine, they take the spotlight, showcasing their own skill and the remarkable potential of Swartland Chenin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from a 41-year-old dry-farmed vineyard in Malmesbury, the vines are rooted in aerated red decomposed granite soils, lending the wine its signature freshness and mineral edge. Fermented and aged for 9 months in 60% old French oak barrels and 40% stainless steel, this Chenin Blanc strikes a beautiful balance between energy and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect bright aromas of ruby grapefruit, lime, and white peach, with flinty notes of wet stone adding intrigue. The palate is lively and textured, delivering juicy stone fruit flavours, zippy acidity, and a clean, savoury finish. It’s both refreshing and layered—a wine that feels effortless yet deeply satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Carinus Family Chenin Blanc is a brilliant introduction to Swartland’s potential. Sustainably produced, vegan-friendly, and full of character, this is a must-try for fans of expressive South African whites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Some flinty reduction before peach, lime, lemon and fynbos. The palate is pure and zippy with a pithy finish. Poised and taut, this over-delivers at the price.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Christian Eedes (WineMag.Co.ZA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-carinus-family-chenin-blanc\" title=\"2023 Carinus Family Chenin Blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Patatsfontein Wit Versnit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Patatsfontein Wit Versnit is an exceptional white blend crafted by renowned winemaker Reenen Borman in Montagu, at a great price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine, formerly known as Patatsblanc, showcases a unique but harmonious blend of 68% Colombard from 30-year-old vineyards and 32% Chenin Blanc from 16-year-old vines. The meticulous maturation process spans 10 months in a combination of barrel and concrete, adding depth and complexity to the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a bright and lively style, full of juicy pear, peach, citrus, and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eherbaceous notes. The palate is light-bodied and linear, with bright acidity and a nicely pithy finish. Refreshment writ large!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with light seafood dishes, salads, or simply on its own as a refreshing aperitif. Drink over the next few years for maximum enjoyment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-patatsfontein-wit-versnit\" title=\"2022 Patatsfontein Wit Versnit\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Olifantsberg Roussanne\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother full-flavoured, thought-provoking textural white wine here from South Africa that you really should try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerched high in the Breedekloof, Olifantsberg’s vineyards face strong winds, big temperature swings, and tough soils—exactly the kind of challenge that makes for seriously interesting wine. The Roussanne here ripens slowly, developing layers of flavour while holding onto its natural freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage is fragrant and textural, with notes of orange blossom, citrus zest, and gentle spice, all backed by a bit of waxy depth and a fine, pithy finish. Aged carefully to keep things balanced, it’s got just enough grip to make it food-friendly while still feeling bright and expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great match for roast chicken, spiced seafood, or anything creamy, this is a white with plenty of personality and the structure to age if you can resist drinking it now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Picked early for freshness, it has aromas of lychee, jasmine and rose petal, citrus and orange zest flavours and a nip of underlying tannin. 2025-40.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tim Atkins MW (Decanter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-olifantsberg-roussanne\" title=\"2023 Olifantsberg Roussanne\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Wolf \u0026amp; Woman Pinotage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're not Pinotage regulars here at DD, but this Pinotage from Wolf \u0026amp; Woman seriously stopped us in our tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJolandie Fouché has a knack for making Pinotage that’s both true to its Swartland roots and seriously drinkable. The 2023 release comes from two dry-farmed bush vine sites in the Paardeberg—one planted in 1973, the other in 1999—set in decomposed granite soils that give the wine its purity and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes were hand-harvested early in the morning, cooled overnight, and then naturally fermented with a mix of whole-cluster and whole-berry fruit. After a gentle maceration and 14 days on skins, it spent eight months in old oak before settling in concrete for another two. The result? A Pinotage with bright red fruit, subtle spice, and fine tannins that keep everything in check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s got depth without being heavy, making it just as good for a midweek dinner as it is for tucking away in the cellar. A fresh, refined take on South Africa’s signature grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Light and ethereal, it has subtle 15% whole bunch spices, plum and red cherry fruit, violet and rose petal top notes and sculpted tannins. 2024-30.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tim Atkins MW (Decanter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-wolf-woman-pinotage\" title=\"2023 Wolf \u0026amp; Woman Pinotage\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Testalonga Baby Bandito Chin Up Cinsault\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Baby Bandito Chin Up is pure, easy-drinking fun—light, fresh, and loaded with character. Made from organically farmed, 40-year-old bush vines in Swartland’s granite-rich soils, this is a classic Craig Hawkins creation that shows off Cinsault’s charm in the most inviting way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt pours a pale ruby, with a nose that’s all about fresh red apple, tart cherry, and a touch of floral perfume. It’s light-bodied and low in tannin, with a soft texture that feels almost juicy, and just a hint of pepper and herb adding a bit of lift. Pop this one in the fridge for a chill and let its gluggable vibe do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraig and Carla Hawkins of Testalonga are true trailblazers in South African natural wine, crafting small-batch gems like this that disappear fast. If you’re looking to explore the brighter, crunchier side of red wine, Baby Bandito Chin Up is as good as it gets—airy, refreshing, and just begging to be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-testalonga-baby-bandito-chin-up-cinsault\" title=\"2023 Testalonga Baby Bandito Chin Up Cinsault\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Mullineux Kloof Street Rouge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChris and Andrea Mullineux have a gift for making wines that punch well above their weight, and the 2022 Kloof Street Rouge is no exception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blend of 57% Syrah, 27% Grenache Noir, 9% Cinsault, and 7% Tinta Barocca captures the Mediterranean-inspired style that has put Mullineux on the map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from sustainably farmed vineyards ranging from 7 to 48 years old, the fruit comes from two key areas. Syrah and Cinsault thrive on the shale and schist soils of Kasteelberg, while Tinta Barocca and Grenache come from the decomposed granite soils of Paardeberg, creating a wine with both depth and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking is equally thoughtful. After hand-harvesting, 60% of the fruit was destemmed while 40% remained whole bunch, and fermentation began naturally with indigenous yeasts. The wine matured for 11 months in third- and fourth-fill French oak barrels and large wooden vats, ensuring the oak influence stayed subtle and allowed the fruit to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, you’ll find perfumed aromas of dark berries, violets, and holiday spices. The palate is medium-bodied and vibrant, with flavours of blackberry, cherry, and a hint of savoury spice. Each component adds its own touch: Cinsault brings aromatic lift, Tinta Barocca adds structure, Grenache offers ripe fruit, and Syrah ties it all together beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis was the Best Value Red Wine of the Year in Master of Wine Tim Atkin's comprehensive 2024 report of South African wine. As he said, it's \u003cem\u003e\"Almost impossible to beat at the price.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points \u0026amp; Best Value Red of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Almost too good,” mused Chris Mullineux when he poured this wine, and I know what he means. Combining Syrah, 30% Grenache, 17% Tinta Barocca, and 10% Cinsault, it massively over-delivers at its price point, with perfumed 30% whole bunches, bramble, red cherry, and white pepper flavours, and some granitic grip and freshness. Almost impossible to beat at the price.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Tim Atkin MW (2024 South African Wine Report)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-mullineux-kloof-street-rouge\" title=\"2022 Mullineux Kloof Street Rouge\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33120100712491,"sku":"Explore South Africa Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/ExploreSouthAfricaPack_c0103020-5060-4720-af17-671577cff527.webp?v=1738816289"},{"product_id":"spanking-spanish-reds-pack","title":"Sensacional Spanish Reds Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSix smashing wines from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/spain-red-wines\" title=\"Spanish Red Wines\"\u003eSpain\u003c\/a\u003e that showcase the modern and traditional elements of this historic wine-producing country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Bernabeleva Madrid Camino de Navaherreros Garnacha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Vina Ijalba Tempranillo Rioja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Gran Cerdo Tempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 La Maldicion Vinos de Madrid Tinto Fino\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Alfredo Maestro Vina Almate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Bernabeleva Madrid Camino de Navaherreros Garnacha\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernebeleva's philosophy is all about making wines expressive of place, being in balance with nature and keeping the purity and charm of the fruit on show throughout the whole process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing parcels of Grenache from each vineyard on the estate, this wine is one bursting with vibrant deliciousness. It's got drinkability in abundance, finished off with great finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the more approachable, every day version of his delicious Garnacha wines. Built to drink now with gusto!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Bernabeleva Madrid Camino de Navaherreros Garnacha\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-bernabeleva-madrid-navaherreros-garnacha\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Vina Ijalba Tempranillo Rioja\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDionisio Ruiz planted his first vine in 1975, before years later founding Viña Ijalba, now in its third generation, producing quality ecological wines with a nice balance of the traditional techniques of la Rioja, with approachable modern stylings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViña Ijalba Tempranillo Rioja 2021 is 100% tempranillo. It's a generous, full-flavoured style, full of Spanish flair, but without the heavy oak that can often drag these Rioja reds down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy drinking Temp and tip-top value!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 Vina Ijalba Tempranillo Rioja\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-vina-ijalba-tempranillo-rioja\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Gran Cerdo Tempranillo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot a normal Rioja, not normal by any standard, but delicious pulpy Tempranillo from the iconoclast Gonzalo Grijalba\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, he can't call it Rioja, and nowhere is it mentioned on the label. Rather the label includes the quote \"this wine is dedicated to the bank executives that denied loans to us on the basis that wine is not a seizable asset.\" Gran Cerdo means Fat Pig, and the swine on the label has a mouthful of bank notes. Love a metaphor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Gran Cerdo Tempranillo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-gran-cerdo-tempranillo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTom Puyaubert's Rioja wines are finer expressions, with no American oak, and fruit sourced from higher altitude vineyards, many organic (no mean feat in Rioja).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bozeto is his bargain red offering, a gorgeous blend here that features 40% Grenache, Tempranillo \u0026amp; a splash of Graciano coaxed into a silky yet spicy wine of supreme drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hands-off approach gives the wine a natural feel. Fermentation is in both concrete and tank, then ageing in concrete and large old oak. Some semi-carbonic maceration adds to aromatic lift and a bouncy tang. Lovers of Spanish reds, jump on in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-bodegas-exopto-rioja-bozeto-de-exopto\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 La Maldicion Vinos de Madrid Tinto Fino\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rocky Valdilecha vineyard is the on the opposite side of Madrid to Bernabeleva, where winemaker Marc Isart has his day job as head winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Tinto is 80% wild Tempranillo and 20% Malvar, a native white grape. Co-fermented, three or so weeks on skins, all cement and tank, no oak - a recipe for bright, energetic Spanish red, a long way removed from traditional Tempranillos from Rioja and Ribera del Duero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 La Maldicion Vinos de Madrid Tinto Fino\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-la-maldicion-vinos-de-madrid-tinto-fino\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Alfredo Maestro Vina Almate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViña Almate was the name of the first vineyard Alfredo ever planted. This is a cracking Tempranillo made from old bush vines grown on various plots from 700m asl in Peñafiel to 1000m asl in the Valtiendas mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll hand harvested, as is the only way with these vines, the fruit comes into the winery as perfect whole clusters. Alfredo ferments this wine as is - bunches and all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt results in a lighter, spicier, more fruit forward style of Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) which is meant to be drunk in its youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Alfredo Maestro Vina Almate\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-alfredo-maestro-vina-almate\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39269533483051,"sku":"Sensacional Spanish Reds Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/SpankingSpanishRedsPack_7054ea14-e9da-4b1d-9241-77fd13b13f3b.webp?v=1730332168"},{"product_id":"german-riesling-masterclass-pack","title":"German Riesling Uber Alles Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eFinding good-value \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/german-riesling\" title=\"German Riesling\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGerman Riesling\u003c\/a\u003e crafted by artisan producers is a rare treat. We’ve done the legwork for you, curating a selection of six exceptional and affordable German Rieslings. This collection is a must-have for any Riesling enthusiast, offering a taste of Germany's finest without breaking the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Donnhoff Nahe Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Villa Wolf Wachenheimer Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Dr Loosen Dr L Dry Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Ansgar Clusserath Vom Schiefer Trocken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Koehler-Ruprecht Kallstadter Kabinett Trocken Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Gunderloch Fritz's Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Donnhoff Nahe Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Donnhoff Nahe Riesling is a delightful wine with a lot of character. With aromas and flavours of green apple, smoke and spice, and vibrant acidity, the off-dry (slightly sweet) nature of the wine keeps everything in balance and makes it really easy to polish off a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a high quality 'entry-level 'Riesling that's guaranteed to please many people. It would be a nice wine to have on a warm evening or with foods such as stir fries or even fish and chips. Best drunk when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-donnhoff-nahe-riesling\" title=\"2023 Donnhoff Nahe Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Villa Wolf Wachenheimer Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwenty years ago, Ernst Loosen expanded his winemaking horizons by taking over the JL Wolf estate in Wachenheim, Pfalz. This region, shielded by the Haardt Mountains, offers a warm, dry climate perfect for grape growing. Together with winemaker Patrick Möllendorf, Ernst has brought his passion for creating intense, powerful wines to this unique terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErnst’s journey into winemaking is as fascinating as his wines. Initially set on a path in archaeology, he returned to the family estate in the mid-1980s, studying at Geisenheim and learning from top winemakers worldwide. His approach blends traditional methods with modern techniques, focusing on organic farming and minimal intervention in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Wachenheimer Riesling is a product of this dedication. Sourced from the premier cru Knigswingert vineyard, it boasts elegant mineral purity and vibrant intensity. This Riesling is bright with citrus and fresh herb notes, balanced by crisp acidity and a distinctive stony character from the vineyard’s terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-villa-wolf-wachenheimer-riesling\" title=\"2021 Villa Wolf Wachenheimer Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Dr Loosen Dr L Dry Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis must surely be one of the true bargain Rieslings of the Mosel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince taking control of his family's 200+-year-old winery in 1988, Ernst Loosen has taken Dr. Loosen to new heights. His commitment to organic farming, gentle winemaking and absolute quality has seen him revolutionise the way that Dr. Loosen approached their great vineyard holdings on the slopes and valleys of the Mosel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a crisp, clean, juicy and refreshing Riesling. A fruit-driven wine, with a juicy mid-palate and a crisp, dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-dr-loosen-dr-l-dry-riesling\" title=\"2023 Dr Loosen Dr L Dry Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Ansgar Clusserath Vom Schiefer Trocken\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Vom Schiefer Trocken from Ansgar Clüsserath, crafted by Eva Clüsserath-Wittmann, is a pure expression of Mosel Riesling. Sourced from the steep, slate-rich vineyards of Trittenheimer Altärchen and Neumagener Rosengärtchen, this wine is all about precision and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose bursts with fresh citrus, mandarin orange, and orange blossom, while the palate delivers crisp lemon, grapefruit, and green apple, underpinned by a subtle peachy note. A fine tannic texture adds depth without detracting from the wine’s refreshing vibrancy. The interplay between ripe fruit and slate-driven minerality defines its sleek, lemony finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested and naturally fermented in traditional wooden vats, the wine ages on lees for extra complexity. Stuart Pigott awarded it 91 points for its finesse and clarity. Ideal with seafood or enjoyed on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The nose of summer meadows with notes of mandarin orange and orange blossom pulls you into the crisp yet texturally complex palate, the touch of fine tannin very well integrated. I love the interplay between the generous fruit and the slatey freshness. Sleek, lemony finish.\"\u003cbr\u003e-  Stuart Pigott (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-ansgar-clusserath-vom-schiefer-trocken\" title=\"2022 Ansgar Clusserath Vom Schiefer Trocken\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Koehler-Ruprecht Kallstadter Kabinett Trocken Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutstanding value premium Riesling from the Pfalz, from a cult producer renowned for making textured, slightly oxidative wines, with long ageing in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis premium-grade fruit is picked by hand in five stages to attain perfect balance of both ripeness and steely acidity. The ferment is arrested just before the wine goes dry, which gives it a sweet, lime-and-honey-like character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis long, slow, time to get to bottle is well worth it. This drinks like a dream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-koehler-ruprecht-kallstadter-kabinett-trocken-riesling\" title=\"2022 Koehler-Ruprecht Kallstadter Kabinett Trocken Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Gunderloch Fritz's Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGunderloch is one of Rheinhessen's top producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrought to prominence by the late, great Fritz Hasselbach, Fritz' legacy today is carried on by his thoughtful and incisive son, Johannes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is the creation of Johannes and was named for his late father. It's insane value in the context of German Riesling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's juicy, succulent, and gives that combination of sweet, jellied lime and crunchy acid that only the Germans can do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a no-brainer Riesling that you can rip the top off any night of the week, Fritz's Riesling is near impossible to go past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-gunderloch-fritzs-riesling\" title=\"2022 Gunderloch Fritz's Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39269533515819,"sku":"German Riesling Uber Alles Pack","price":179.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/GermanRieslingUberAllesPack.png?v=1730765223"},{"product_id":"gorgeous-georgia-mixed-pack","title":"Gorgeous Georgia Mixed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlways wanted to know what Georgian wine is all about? Try this sample pack of rare wines from the oldest winemaking culture on earth!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Pheasant's Tears Vardisperi Rkatsiteli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Lurji Bani Rkatsiteli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Okros Wines Rkatsiteli Zvari\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Brothers Cellar Rkatsiteli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Martvilis Marani Tsolikouri\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Do Re Mi Khikhvi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Pheasant's Tears Vardisperi Rkatsiteli\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"438\" data-start=\"112\"\u003eFounded in 2005 by John Wurdeman and Gela Patalishvili, Pheasant’s Tears has become one of the most influential names in Georgian wine, dedicated to keeping qvevri traditions alive while showing just how exciting these wines can be today. Their cellars house clay vessels up to 200 years old, still used in daily winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"829\" data-start=\"440\"\u003eThe Vardisperi Rkatsiteli is a rare thing – a pink-skinned cousin of Rkatsiteli that was close to disappearing not long ago. Pheasant’s Tears has helped bring it back, and the 2023 vintage is as striking as ever. Fermented and aged six months on skins in buried clay qvevri, it pours a coppery-pink and has a wild, savoury energy that’s very different to your typical rosé or amber wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1061\" data-start=\"831\"\u003eBright red berry fruit, dried herbs and a gentle grip from tannin make it both refreshing and textural. No fining, filtering or additions, just pure expression of grape and place. Small quantities made, so grab it while you can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-pheasants-tears-vardisperi-rkatsiteli\" title=\"2023 Pheasant's Tears Vardisperi Rkatsiteli\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Lurji Bani Rkatsiteli\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"382\" data-start=\"82\"\u003eLurji Bani is the project of lifelong mates Dato and Gogita, who are out to show just how exciting modern Georgian wine can be. Based in Telavi, Kakheti, they work from an old 18th-century marani, surrounded by vineyards that have been farmed organically for close to two decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"668\" data-start=\"384\"\u003eThe 2023 Rkatsiteli is their fresher, stainless-steel version of this ancient variety. Instead of going down the full traditional amber path, they’ve kept things bright, juicy and clean, while still giving you a little of that savoury grip that makes Georgian whites so distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"942\" data-start=\"670\"\u003eIt pours a pale golden-amber in the glass, with crunchy orchard fruit, citrus peel and just a hint of nutty spice. On the palate it’s lively, textured and refreshingly dry, with enough tannin to make it a brilliant food wine but not so much that it overwhelms the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"944\"\u003eUnfiltered, organic and small in production, it’s the kind of bottle that gives a fresh spin on Georgia’s winemaking heritage while still being incredibly easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-lurji-bani-rkatsiteli\" title=\"2023 Lurji Bani Rkatsiteli\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Okros Wines Rkatsiteli Zvari\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOkros Wines, based in the heart of Kakheti, has built a reputation as one of Georgia’s true champions of natural winemaking. All of their vineyards are farmed organically, and the wines are made with nothing added, nothing taken away – just grapes, qvevri, and time. The Zvari bottling comes from old Rkatsiteli vines, a grape that has been cultivated in Georgia for thousands of years and remains central to its winemaking story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 release was fermented and aged in buried clay qvevri for six months on skins, giving the wine its amber hue and a textured, gently tannic feel. There’s plenty of stone fruit and dried citrus in the glass, layered with herbs, spice and that savoury, earthy edge that marks it as classic Kakhetian amber. It’s structured but not heavy, with the freshness to keep you coming back for another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all Okros wines, quantities are tiny and each vintage reflects the conditions of the year. In 2022, the balance of fruit and structure is particularly compelling, making this a benchmark example of what natural Georgian wine can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-okros-wines-rkatsiteli-zvari\" title=\"2022 Okros Wines Rkatsiteli Zvari\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Brothers Cellar Rkatsiteli\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"554\" data-start=\"130\"\u003eRkatsiteli has been grown in Georgia for thousands of years, and Brothers Cellar treat it with the kind of respect a grape of that history deserves. This comes from vineyards in Kakheti, where the variety has always thrived, and the winemaking is kept simple and traditional. Fermentation and maceration in clay qvevri give the wine its amber colour, savoury edges and textural grip, while the fruit stays bright and pure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"963\" data-start=\"556\"\u003eThe 2023 vintage has delivered a really balanced expression – there’s that hallmark dried citrus, apple-skin character, a touch of spice and earth, and plenty of freshness to keep things moving along. It’s a wine that feels firmly rooted in Georgian tradition, yet it’s clean, approachable and incredibly food-friendly. You get the structure from skin contact, but not in a way that feels rustic or heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1239\" data-start=\"965\"\u003eProduction is small, and like so many Georgian qvevri wines, it’s best approached with a sense of curiosity. Chill it a little, pour it into big glasses, and let it open up slowly – it’s a brilliant snapshot of why amber wines from Georgia have captured so much attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-brothers-cellar-rkatsiteli\" title=\"2023 Brothers Cellar Rkatsiteli\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Martvilis Marani Tsolikouri\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTsolikouri is one of Georgia’s classic white grapes, and Martvilis Marani do a brilliant job of showing just how much character it can have. Their winery is tucked away in Samegrelo, in western Georgia, and everything here is farmed with care and made in the traditional way, with a modern eye for balance and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage has given them a particularly fresh, lifted style. Fermented in qvevri, it carries that little bit of textural grip you expect from Georgian wines, but the focus here is really on the clean orchard fruit and citrusy zip that Tsolikouri is loved for. There’s also a savoury edge in the background, a nod to the clay vessels, which keeps things interesting and food-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantities are tiny, as with most of Martvilis’ wines, and each year feels like a snapshot of both the vineyard and the vintage. In 2023, that snapshot is crisp, bright and really moreish – the kind of bottle you want around the table with a mix of dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-martvilis-marani-tsolikouri\" title=\"2023 Martvilis Marani Tsolikouri\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Do Re Mi Khikhvi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoremi (see Do-Re-Mi) is a young operation in which is blossoming against an ancient background of winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo friends began this operation in 2014 and have hit the ground running. Their wines are made in accordance with the traditions of the country as closely observed as possible in a modern world. The vines farmed without the use of pesticides or fungicides, the white (amber) wines buried in the traditional qvevri. Long maceration, no additions - these are authentic Georgian natural wines delivered in pristine fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForget about the amber nectar, this is the amber nec plus ultra... A powerhouse, natural orange wine matured in the traditional buried Georgian kvevri clay pots, with lots of skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKhikhvi is a native white grape but there's nothing vaguely white wineish here. The colour is dark burnt copper, the fruit intensity is exotic and overwhelming, and the finish is tannic, bitter and supremely long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin contact fiends... this is your classy, dinner table wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-do-re-mi-khikhvi\" title=\"2022 Do Re Mi Khikhvi\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39399717896235,"sku":"Gorgeous Georgia Mixed Pack","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/GorgeousGeorgiaMixedPack_63b023ff-dc19-4ab2-bdcd-f9a6360af7fa.png?v=1758085350"},{"product_id":"argentina-tour-pack","title":"Argy-Bargy Argentinian Malbec Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSix deliciously decadent reds that offer the perfect introduction into the world-famous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/argentinian-red-wines\" title=\"Argentinian Red Wines\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalbecs of Argentina\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Laura Catena La Posta Paulucci Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Luigi Bosca La Linda Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Finca La Florencia Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Ernesto Catena Padrillos Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Bodega Colome Estate Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bodega Catena Zapata Catena Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Laura Catena La Posta Paulucci Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'La Posta' series of wines is Laura Catena's passion project to celebrate the small artisan growers of Mendoza - each wine is named after the grower, such as this perfect everyday Malbec that was grown by Angel Paulucci.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘La Posta’ is the name of the local taverns where growers and farmers gather to share a glass of wine, tell stories and exchange ideas, and indulge their passion for great regional produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one of our favourite Argentinian Malbecs - full-bodied and opulent as you'd expect from this variety, but delivered with balance and restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deliciously approachable Argentinian Malbec and terrific value!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-laura-catena-la-posta-paulucci-malbec\" title=\"2024 Laura Catena La Posta Paulucci Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Luigi Bosca La Linda Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bold, beautiful Malbec comes from the original family-owned winery of the Mendoza region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnowledge of the grapes, soils and turns in the season have been passed down over four generations of the Arizu family, culminating in what is today considered one of the region's most prestigious labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis La Linda Malbec comes from vineyards in the northern tip of the D.O.C. area. It shows the deep, thumping base notes and impenetrable colour that are the signatures of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for that classic Argentinian Malbec hit, this would be a very good place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-luigi-bosca-la-linda-malbec\" title=\"2024 Luigi Bosca La Linda Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Finca La Florencia Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig red lovers, you're on to a winner here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an opulent, ultra-smooth Malbec from a vineyard almost 1000m above sea level, in the iconic region of Mendoza.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Italian family from Piedmonte is behind the wine. Having immigrated in the 19th century, the Cassones established a modern premium winery in the south-west of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining this great old vine fruit with modern, polished winemaking techniques allows current owner Eduardo Cassone to produce powerful yet approachable wines that do great justice to the terroir they come from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-finca-la-florencia-malbec\" title=\"2022 Finca La Florencia Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Ernesto Catena Padrillos Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"360\" data-start=\"60\"\u003eErnesto Catena’s Padrillos Malbec is a great way into the world of Mendoza reds - generous, smooth, and made for easy drinking. The fruit comes from organically farmed vineyards in the Uco Valley, and while this is a simple wine in all the right ways, it still shows the care and personality behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"715\" data-start=\"362\"\u003ePadrillos, meaning “stallions”, is a nod to Ernesto’s polo background and his laid-back approach to making wine that’s full of life. This Malbec is all about ripe red and dark fruits, with a little herbal twist and just enough tannin to keep things tidy. It’s soft, savoury and super versatile - built for relaxed nights in or casual dinners with friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"874\" data-start=\"717\"\u003eThere’s no heavy oak or overextraction here, just bright fruit, good texture and a clean finish. A lovely mid-week red that punches well above its price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-ernesto-catena-padrillos-malbec\" title=\"2024 Ernesto Catena Padrillos Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Bodega Colome Estate Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe historic Bodega Colome has been one of the driving forces in the worldwide growth of Malbec, in many thanks to brilliantly-priced quality wines such as this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 1831 in Salta’s Upper Calchaqui Valley, this region boasts some of the world's highest vineyards, from 2,300 to 3,311 meters above sea level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from four distinct high-altitude vineyards, this Malbec showcases Argentina's diverse terroir. “La Brava” (1,700 masl) offers ripe fruit intensity, “Colomé” (2,300 masl) adds complexity, “El Arenal” (2,700 masl) lends elegance, and “Altura Máxima” (3,100 masl) contributes floral notes and fine tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking this wine is like floating through a velvet fog. Expect bright aromas of blackberries and exotic flowers, leading to a palate of rich black fruit, spiced oak, and hints of pepper. Its fresh acidity and bold tannins reflect the alpine freshness typical of high-altitude Argentine Malbec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced from 100% biodynamic vineyards, it's plush, smooth and silky to drink. An excellent value full-bodied red from one of Argentina's most respected labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-bodega-colome-estate-malbec\" title=\"2022 Bodega Colome Estate Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bodega Catena Zapata Catena Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to Malbec in Mendoza, there’s Catena Zapata and then there’s everyone else. The Catena family has spent four generations mastering high-altitude viticulture, and the results speak for themselves in this beautifully expressive wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Malbec captures the full breadth of Argentina's rugged mountain terroir, sourced from a trio of Mendoza’s top sites, including Lunlunta, El Cepillo, and Gualtallary. Hand-harvested from old vines grown on rocky, limestone-rich soils, the fruit sees a cool fermentation and gentle handling to lock in its natural vibrancy. Maturation in French oak for 11–13 months polishes the wine without dulling its wild heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage brings plush layers of black cherry, plum and violet, framed by fine tannins and a lick of fresh acidity that keeps everything light on its feet. It’s generous without being heavy, structured without being rigid, it's textbook Catena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn absolute benchmark for great value Mendoza Malbec, offering both immediate drinkability and the pedigree to reward cellaring for a decade or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-bodega-catena-zapata-catena-malbec\" title=\"2023 Bodega Catena Zapata Catena Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39402371743787,"sku":"Argy-Bargy Argentinian Malbec Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Argy-BargyArgentinianMalbecPack_2ebc2511-c043-4411-a94d-85f179d846ae.webp?v=1776227643"},{"product_id":"merry-crispness-chablis-fun-pack","title":"Merry Crispness Chablis Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eA six pack of crisp Chablis goodness at a great price, for both fun and serious times...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Louis Bordet Petit Chablis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Domaine Fevre AC Chablis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine Gueguen Chablis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine Daniel Dampt Chablis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine Seguinot-Bordet Petit Chablis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Vincent Tremblay AC Chablis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Louis Bordet Petit Chablis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bordet family has been making wine in the village of Maligny since 1590, and that multi-generational experience is exactly what you want when looking for value in Petit Chablis. While Petit Chablis is often dismissed as just \"entry-level,\" this 2024 from Louis Bordet shows the serious side of the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s grown on Portlandian limestone - the younger sibling to the famous Kimmeridgian soils of the Grand Crus - which gives the wine its characteristic snappy, mineral edge. This is classic, unadorned Chardonnay: fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel to keep the focus on freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's delicious and fairly 'classic' with green apple, white flowers, and a sharp, lemony zest. There’s a distinct chalky texture on the palate and a clean, saline finish that makes it a perfect match for oysters. It’s a lean, energetic white that punches well above its weight class, offering a genuine taste of Chablis terroir without the price tag of its \"big brothers\" further up the hill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Louis Bordet Petit Chablis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-louis-bordet-petit-chablis\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Domaine Fevre AC Chablis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Domaine Fevre AC chablis is a great place to start if you're looking to venture into wonderful world of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine comes from vines predominantly 15-25 years old some parcels planted in the 1950s and 1960s finding their way into the final blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stony soils of the region impart a fine minerality to the wine and with no oak in sight, the freshness and soft texture here are a highlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Chablis 101 - sleek, fine-boned and delicious. This is great value from a family-owned domaine in the heart of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Domaine Fevre AC Chablis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-domaine-fevre-ac-chablis\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine Gueguen Chablis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCéline and Frédéric Gueguen have been on a serious roll lately, but the 2024 vintage throws things back to a more classic era. While the last few years in Chablis have been warm and generous, 2024 was cool and wet - the kind of vintage Frédéric says their grandfathers would have recognised. It means we are back to that racy, nervous energy that put Chablis on the map in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from 40-year-old vines spread across key villages like Chichée and Préhy, rooted in those fossil-rich Kimmeridgian soils that give the wine its saline kick. They also include fruit from high-quality lieux-dits like Malantes and Pargues, which adds a nice layer of depth to the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking is kept clean to let that terroir scream. It’s all done in stainless steel with full malolactic fermentation and regular lees stirring. The result is pure, vibrant and properly mineral. You get yellow orchard fruits and a touch of nuttiness, but the driving force here is that mouthwatering acidity and steely tension. It is fruity but precise - a modern Chablis with an old-school soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Domaine Gueguen Chablis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-gueguen-chablis\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine Daniel Dampt Chablis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Domaine Daniel Dampt Chablis is a pristine and vibrant expression of one of the world's most iconic Chardonnay regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 150 years of winemaking heritage, the Dampt family expertly crafts this wine from a blend of old and young vines near their family domaine in Milly. Grown on classic Kimmeridgian limestone soils and matured entirely in stainless steel, this is Chablis in its purest form—vivid, elegant, and true to its terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect lively aromas of green apple, citrus, and a whisper of oyster shell, leading to a fresh, intense palate with a silky texture and crisp, saline finish. Perfectly balanced, it delivers all the raciness and vitality you’d hope for in a classic Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an exceptional choice for lovers of refined, unoaked Chardonnay, offering outstanding value and versatility with food—from oysters to charcuterie to creamy seafood dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Domaine Daniel Dampt Chablis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-domaine-daniel-dampt-chablis\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine Seguinot-Bordet Petit Chablis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean-François Bordet is the current custodian of a family line that traces its Chablis roots back to the 1590s. But don't let the history fool you - his wines are defined by modern precision and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Petit Chablis is sourced from estate vineyards on the Right Bank of the Serein River. The south and south-east facing slopes here are crucial, ensuring the fruit achieves full ripeness even in cooler years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean-François keeps the winemaking clean with cool fermentations, but adds a layer of texture by ageing the wine on lees for 3-5 months. It is a small detail that makes a big difference, giving the wine a subtle creamy mouthfeel that balances the natural acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 is a classic example of the style. It offers a nose of crisp green apple, lemon zest and delicate white flowers (verbena). The palate is lively and mineral-driven, with a clean, chalky finish that leaves the mouth watering. It is uncomplicated, joyful drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Domaine Seguinot-Bordet Petit Chablis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-seguinot-bordet-petit-chablis\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Vincent Tremblay AC Chablis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVincent Tremblay, a rising star in the Chablis region, is part of a new wave of winemakers shaping the future of this historic area. Farming organically on his family’s estate in Poinchy, Vincent combines generations of winemaking knowledge with a modern approach to craft wines that embody the purity and precision of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 vintage is a beautifully well-rounded expression of Chablis. Crisp autumn fruits, stony minerality, and a hint of citrus define this wine’s character, with a generous palate that shows both freshness and richness. Its bright acidity and upfront flavours make it a pleasure to drink young, yet there’s an undeniable potential for graceful evolution over the next 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those seeking a classic yet vibrant Chablis that’s steeped in tradition but made with contemporary flair, Vincent Tremblay’s AC Chablis is a brilliant choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Vincent Tremblay AC Chablis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-vincent-tremblay-ac-chablis\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39521836728363,"sku":"Merry Crispness Chablis Pack","price":319.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/MerryCrispnessChablisPack_8ccc42ca-a266-4294-8d87-0fb8e738d311.webp?v=1776744500"},{"product_id":"the-french-rose-bargain-six","title":"Oui Oui! French Rose Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eA six pack of excellent value Roses from France. Dry, tasty and instantly lovable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine Fazi IGP Ile de Beaute Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Jules Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Gueissard Le Petit G Mediterranee Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 L'Arnaude Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Fontanet Les Terrasses Pays d'Oc Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Chateau de L'Aumerade Cote de Provence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine Fazi IGP Ile de Beaute Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refined introduction to the distinctive, mineral-driven style of Corsican rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from a blend of Nielluccio, Syrah, Grenache, and a touch of Sciaccarellu, this wine balances the island's hallmark tension and salinity with a hint of generosity from its international varieties. It’s lean and sophisticated, offering a bone-dry profile underpinned by granitic minerals and vibrant energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, expect a taut and refreshing experience with notes of pink grapefruit, watermelon, citrus rind, and delicate red fruits, complemented by a fine, peppery texture and a long, crisp finish. It’s both elegant and energetic, perfect for warm days or as an aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is terrific value for a stylish, slippery rose from the other side of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-fazi-igp-ile-de-beaute-rose\" title=\"2024 Domaine Fazi IGP Ile de Beaute Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Jules Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-jules-rose\" title=\"2024 Jules Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Gueissard Le Petit G Mediterranee Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lively, Provençal-style rosé is the essence of summer in a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Domaine Gueissard from hand-harvested Grenache, Syrah, and Cinsault, this wine represents the approachable yet high-quality ethos of the \"Le Petit G\" range. Made with care that belies its price, the wine reflects the estate’s signature style with its fresh fruit-forward profile, crisp acidity, and subtle herbal undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of guava, strawberries, mandarin, and red currants lead to a crunchy, vibrant palate, underscored by a fine mineral finish. Its pale salmon hue and effortlessly refreshing character make it a quintessential Mediterranean rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for casual gatherings, sunny picnics, or as an aperitif, this is a top pick for those seeking an authentic Provençal rosé at an excellent price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-gueissard-le-petit-g-mediterranee-rose\" title=\"2024 Gueissard Le Petit G Mediterranee Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 L'Arnaude Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe L’Arnaude Rosé is an irresistibly vibrant Mediterranean rosé crafted from Grenache (70%) and Cinsault (30%) - a brilliant find for those who value quality Provencal wine without the premium price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt pours a delicate pale pink, with aromas of citrus zest, wildflowers, and subtle vanilla. The palate is lively and refreshing, offering layers of light peach, floral notes, and a juicy core that’s dry but vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect as a chilled aperitif or alongside fresh seafood, the L’Arnaude Rosé is a versatile rose for any sunlit occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-larnaude-rose\" title=\"2024 L'Arnaude Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Fontanet Les Terrasses Pays d'Oc Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAhh the Mediterranean coast; azure water lapping at the shores, beautiful people in white linen, and pale almost translucent Rose... such a beautiful image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd here, a wine which fits perfectly into it. A Grenache dominant blend, this wine is all about summer fruit, red berries, cherries, tart red fruit, and some juicy watermelon to round it all out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrisp, dry and full of finesse, this wine screams regionality. Get ready to bust out your finest white linen and sip the day away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-fontanet-les-terrasses-pays-doc-rose\" title=\"2024 Fontanet Les Terrasses Pays d'Oc Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Chateau de L'Aumerade Cote de Provence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Faber family has been making top class Provence Rosé from these vineyards since 1973. Now a multi-generational business, they are part of the largest family-owned land holdings in the entire Var region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike its big sister Marie-Christine, this is a blend of Grenache, Cinsault, \u0026amp; Syrah. It may be their 'entry level' Rose, but it really is exceptional value, delivering all the perfume and vitality this estate's wines are known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue bargain for high quality Provence Rose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-chateau-de-laumerade-cote-de-provence\" title=\"2024 Chateau de L'Aumerade Cote de Provence\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39559123861547,"sku":"Oui Oui! French Rose Pack","price":139.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/OuiOui_FrenchRosePack_c8d56f12-1c52-4340-a178-ece7ba6f4d42.png?v=1769987356"},{"product_id":"bargain-beaujolais-pack","title":"Hey Hey It's Beaujolais! Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/beaujolais-red-wines\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeaujolais\u003c\/a\u003e is one of the last bastions of great value wine in France where fresh and frisky reds made from the loveable Gamay grape are still approachable enough in price to be enjoyed any night of the week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are six of our favourites that won't bust the bank. It's the perfect way to explore this much-loved French wine region at a great price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine les Prevelieres Morel Pierre Dorees Grain d’Argile Beaujolais\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Chateau de La Chaize Fleurie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Chateau De Corcelles Beaujolais Villages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Pierre-Marie Chermette Beaujolais Les Griottes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Jean Paul Dubost Beaujolais-Villages Lantignie Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages is one of the best value entry-level Beaujolais on the Australian market. Crafted from 100% Gamay sourced from 50-year-old vines, this wine delivers everything you want in a fresh, light-bodied red-bright fruit, natural freshness, and incredible drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, bright notes of cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate leap from the glass, while the palate reveals a juicy core supported by crisp acidity and fine tannins. It’s light, crunchy, and wonderfully refreshing, perfect for enjoying with a slight chill. The granite soils and hand-harvested grapes lend a touch of complexity, making this a seriously fun yet refined wine that’s a joy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re looking for a great companion to your next picnic or a versatile red to pair with grilled chicken or salads, this Beaujolais-Villages is our go-to. Delightfully smashable, it’s proof that quality Beaujolais doesn’t have to break the bank!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dominique-piron-beaujolais-villages\" title=\"2024 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine les Prevelieres Morel Pierre Dorees Grain d’Argile Beaujolais\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a small clay-based vineyard in Beaujolais, Grain d’Argile captures the easy charm of good Gamay with a bit of extra texture and depth. The vineyard is farmed organically, and everything in the cellar is done with a soft touch – spontaneous ferment, no additions, no fining or filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage has a lively, red-fruited energy to it – bright cherry and cranberry with a subtle herbal edge. There’s a gentle grip from the tannins, but it still feels juicy and light on its feet. The clay soils bring a little roundness to the palate, keeping things supple without losing freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a clean, pure take on Beaujolais, and tremendous value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This does gamay great justice, revealing an ultra-drinkable and immediately charming wine. With finesse.\"\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-domaine-les-prevelieres-morel-pierre-dorees-grain-d-argile-beaujolais\" title=\"2024 Domaine les Prevelieres Morel Pierre Dorees Grain d’Argile Beaujolais\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Chateau de La Chaize Fleurie\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"361\" data-start=\"61\"\u003eChâteau de La Chaize might be one of the oldest names in Beaujolais, but it’s definitely not stuck in the past. With new energy behind the scenes and a shift toward organics and minimal handling, the wines have taken on a real sense of clarity and charm. This Fleurie shows that shift in full flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"686\" data-start=\"363\"\u003eThe fruit comes off old vines grown on the classic pink granite soils of the cru. It’s all handpicked, wild-fermented and aged in a mix of concrete and large old oak, keeping things fresh and letting the vineyard do the talking. There’s nothing fancy or overdone here - just straight-up, delicious Gamay made the right way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"849\" data-start=\"688\"\u003eIt’s light, savoury and quietly complex, with that gentle Fleurie perfume and a clean, fine-boned structure that makes it dangerously easy to keep going back to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-chateau-de-la-chaize-fleurie\" title=\"2023 Chateau de La Chaize Fleurie\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Chateau De Corcelles Beaujolais Villages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe highest quality Beaujolais is perhaps at its highest peak ever. But the original, simple beauty and value of wines from this region are captured in the Corcelles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from 35 hectares of sandy-clay soils, this wine brings together the richness and expressiveness of the Perreon and Charentay vineyards with the elegance and freshness of the later-ripening Pruzilly vineyards. With an average vine age of 45 years, this wine embodies tradition and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked by a dedicated team of 150 grape pickers, the grapes undergo traditional semi-carbonic maceration, with a 6-7 day fermentation and pumping over. The wine matures in stainless steel tanks before bottling in the spring, preserving its fresh and lively character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its buxom bottle and gutsy dark spiced cherry fruit, it’s a fun red to revel in, whatever the occasion. It's a fantastic wine to share with friends over dinner, or to enjoy by yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-chateau-de-corcelles-beaujolais-villages-1\" title=\"2023 Chateau De Corcelles Beaujolais Villages\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Pierre-Marie Chermette Beaujolais Les Griottes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePierre-Marie Chermette (formerly Domaine du Vissoux) is one of the true beacons of quality in Beaujolais, a producer who was championing sustainable farming long before it was fashionable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Les Griottes' is named after the grove of wild cherry trees that borders the vineyard in Saint-Vérand. While this is positioned as their approachable, early-drinking cuvée, the vines here are 30 to 40 years old—a serious age for an entry-level wine. Grown on the region's dark granite soils, these vines produce Gamay with genuine depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking remains steadfastly traditional: whole bunches, wild yeasts and semi-carbonic maceration in concrete tanks, followed by a short rest in old oak casks. It is the classic recipe for \"real\" Beaujolais.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage was on the cooler side, which has gifted this wine a thirst-quenching energy. As the name suggests, it is packed with bright cherry fruit, alongside notes of blueberry, strawberry and a distinct \"cherrystone\" tang. It is light-to-medium bodied, crunchy and impossibly easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-pierre-marie-chermette-beaujolais-les-griottes\" title=\"2024 Pierre-Marie Chermette Beaujolais Les Griottes\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Jean Paul Dubost Beaujolais-Villages Lantignie Rouge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe effortlessly delicious Jean Paul Dubost Beaujolais-Villages Lantignié Rouge is a wine that delivers cru quality at a remarkable value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine Dubost Morgon, established in 1902, is now helmed by fourth-generation vigneron Jean-Paul Dubost who is dedicated to organic farming and non-interventionist winemaking. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProduced using classic semi-carbonic maceration of whole clusters, this Gamay is bottled with minimal intervention, no added sulphur and just a light filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLantignié is a sub-zone we’ve watched closely - it’s widely considered the \"eleventh cru\" in waiting because the granite soils here punch way above their weight. This 2024 is a cracker. It’s made with whole clusters and zero added sulphur, giving it that wild, authentic energy we love from the Dubost cellar. It’s bright, brambly, and carries a serious mineral grit that makes it feel far more expensive than the label suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is crunchy and lifted, woven together with a refreshing acidity that keeps you coming back for another glass. It’s got that moreish, savoury edge and a hint of spice that makes Gamay so addictive. This is pure, unadulterated Beaujolais that’s built for drinking right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-jean-paul-dubost-beaujolais-villages-lantignie-rouge\" title=\"2024 Jean Paul Dubost Beaujolais-Villages Lantignie Rouge\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39597363003435,"sku":"Hey Hey It's Beaujolais! Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/HeyHeyIt_sBeaujolais_Pack_1_2834c5d8-59be-417d-bf86-d517c2aa00b1.webp?v=1776896923"},{"product_id":"its-all-greek-six-pack","title":"It's All Greek To Me Six Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eA great value introduction to one of the most diverse of Europe's wine countries - our speciality Greek Mixed Six Pack!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Papagiannakos Old Vines Savatiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Douloufakis Dafnios Vidiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Kir Yianni Assyrtiko Amyndeon PGI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Zafeirakis Limniona Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Gaia Monograph Agiorgitiko\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Thymiopoulos Young Vines Xinomavro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Papagiannakos Old Vines Savatiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePapagiannakos is a name worth knowing if you’ve got even a passing interest in Greek wine. Based just outside Athens, the family’s been working with Savatiano for generations - long before anyone outside Greece was paying much attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Vassilis Papagiannakos is leading the charge to show what this humble local grape can really do, and this vino is a great example of what he's trying to tell the world about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes off 70-year-old, dry-grown vines planted in limestone-rich soils, and what you get in the glass is all about freshness and charm. It’s clean and lively, with gentle citrus and a little herbal lift. There’s a lovely, easy texture through the middle and a nicely dry finish that makes it a natural with food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a lovely, honest wine that captures its place. Authentic, refreshing, and bloody good value for what it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-papagiannakos-old-vines-savatiano\" title=\"2024 Papagiannakos Old Vines Savatiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Douloufakis Dafnios Vidiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're an adventurous soul, you'll delight in this new find from a place of real antiquity. Vidiano is a rare white grape from the island of Crete, offering up a stylish, textural white with depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other white grapes revived from near extinction (think Arneis, Viognier), Vidiano is a tricky variety that doesn't produce big crops. But dedicated organic growers like Douloufakis sensitively ferment and age in stainless steel to maintain bright fruit and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFleshy with yellow pear, honeysuckle florals and lovely lemon zestiness, if you're into comparisons, it's a little like Pinot Gris with a touch more flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll love this distinctive white with the bold spice and smoke of barbecued seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-douloufakis-dafnios-vidiano\" title=\"2024 Douloufakis Dafnios Vidiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Kir Yianni Assyrtiko Amyndeon PGI\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"183\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eKir-Yianni’s Assyrtiko is a bright, finely tuned take on Greece’s flagship white, shaped by the cool, high-altitude vineyards of Amyndeon and the region’s steady, continental climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"375\" data-start=\"185\"\u003eA short stint on skins, stainless steel fermentation, and a few months resting on fine lees gives the wine just the right amount of texture and detail without muting the grape’s natural zip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"565\" data-start=\"377\"\u003eIt’s fresh and focused, with lemon, green apple and a touch of stone fruit over a clean, chalky finish. There’s a quiet energy here - nothing flashy, just beautifully made and easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"716\" data-start=\"567\"\u003eWhether you’re pouring it by the glass or pulling it out with seafood, this is modern Assyrtiko done right - snappy, textural and seriously refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-kir-yianni-assyrtiko-amyndeon-pgi\" title=\"2024 Kir Yianni Assyrtiko Amyndeon PGI\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Zafeirakis Limniona Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChristos Zafeirakis is a champion of the variety Limniona. Limniona is a rare indigenous Greek red variety that is most often found in Thessaly but, thanks to great work by Christos, has increasing prominence across Greece. It’s a red grape suited to both table reds and rose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the Zafeirakis vineyards are certified organic and the fruit quality is excellent. Christos prides himself on chasing freshness and subtlety over richness and power, and we certainly see that here, deliciously fresh with pretty berries and cranberry crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a wine that will hit the spot but also offer a new shade of pink to your Rose line up. Give it a whirl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Brilliant pink hue with aromas of wild strawberry, thyme and spring blossoms. Dry, crisp palate bursts with juicy watermelon, strawberry and fresh herbs. Flavourful, pure and beautifully balanced.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Decanter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-zafeirakis-limniona-rose\" title=\"2024 Zafeirakis Limniona Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Gaia Monograph Agiorgitiko\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaia were one of the first crews to really put modern Greek wine on the map back in the 90s, and they still know how to deliver the goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Monograph Agiorgitiko is the perfect starting point if you haven't dabbled much in indigenous Greek reds. Sourced from higher-altitude vines in the Peloponnese, it manages to hold onto its freshness despite the Mediterranean heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey haven't messed about with oak here. It's all done in stainless steel to keep the fruit front and center, letting the variety speak for itself. The result is super vibrant - deep purple in the glass with loads of ripe cherry and pomegranate fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s medium-bodied with really soft, smooth tannins that just glide across the palate. Honestly, it's just a smashable red that doesn't need overthinking. Works a treat with spicy food or grilled lamb, and it definitely benefits from 20 mins in the fridge before you pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-gaia-monograph-agiorgitiko\" title=\"2024 Gaia Monograph Agiorgitiko\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Thymiopoulos Young Vines Xinomavro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"508\" data-start=\"123\"\u003eApostolos Thymiopoulos has almost single-handedly put Naoussa and Xinomavro back on the map, and his Young Vines bottling is where most people first fall for his wines. It’s made from younger plantings around his family vineyards in northern Greece, farmed biodynamically and handled with the same care as his top cuvées, but released early to be more approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"857\" data-start=\"510\"\u003eThe 2023 is fermented naturally, aged in concrete and large old oak, with minimal intervention – Apostolos is all about letting the fruit and place do the talking. The style here is bright and juicy, full of red fruit and spice, with that trademark Xinomavro savoury edge but without the firm tannin grip you often see in more serious bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1121\" data-start=\"859\"\u003eIt’s the kind of wine that’s dangerously easy to drink, versatile at the table, and just a great way to get to know both the grape and the winemaker. For the price, it’s hard to beat – an authentic taste of Naoussa from one of Greece’s most exciting producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-thymiopoulos-young-vines-xinomavro\" title=\"2023 Thymiopoulos Young Vines Xinomavro\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39809736179755,"sku":"It's All Greek To Me Six Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/It_sAllGreekToMeSixPack_b6584a88-411f-468b-9c3d-54ab56c45feb.webp?v=1776746001"},{"product_id":"barossa-bargain-reds-pack","title":"Badass Barossa Red Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSix tip-top easy-drinking reds that perfectly capture the modern \u003ca title=\"Barossa Valley Red Wines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/barossa-valley-red-wines\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/barossa-valley-red-wines\"\u003eBarossa Valley\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Cirillo Vincent Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Les Fruits Gonzo Cinsault Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Whistler Divergent S.M.G\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Head Red Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Torzi Matthews Vigna Cantina Negro Amaro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Spinifex Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Cirillo Vincent Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cirillo Vincent Grenache is, year after year, one of the country's best-value Grenache. It's also a homage to Marco's father, who passed down all of his winemaking knowledge (spanning 8 generations!) down to him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVincent is a charismatic character, just like his maker. It bucks the trend of big, sweet, oaky Barossa Grenache and sits firmly in the bright, cheery and gluggable camp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA portion of whole bunches give it a lifted perfume and silky texture, while the use of older French oak and stainless steel ensure this is a lot brighter and bouncier than many of its Barossa counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExceedingly easy drinking and tremendous value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-cirillo-vincent-grenache\" title=\"2023 Cirillo Vincent Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Les Fruits Gonzo Cinsault Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gonzo is a captivating Cinsault Grenache blend from old vine McLaren Vale Grenache from Fi Wood in Blewitt Springs and young Cinsault from Wayne Ahrens in the Barossa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in a 'dry' carbonic style to maximize aromatics, the wine undergoes a three-week carbonic maceration before being foot-crushed and macerated for a couple of days. It's then pressed about halfway to dryness and finished as a blend in a tank before heading to large old barrels. The fermentation process typically takes around six weeks, but the results are well worth the wait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a wine of interest and contrast; sweetly savoury, with some bitter twists, and a sinewy, rustic finish. Highly recommended for lovers of lo-fi but hi-class fine wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-les-fruits-gonzo-cinsault-grenache\" title=\"2023 Les Fruits Gonzo Cinsault Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Whistler Divergent S.M.G\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the perfect casual red for any night of the week! Crafted by winemaker Michael Corbett, this wine combines Shiraz, Mataro, and Grenache into a smooth, easy-drinking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Divergent S.M.G. features 48% Shiraz, 42% Grenache, and 10% Mataro, mostly sourced from three local Barossa growers, with the rest from Whistler’s own organically and biodynamically farmed vineyards. This blend showcases the strengths of each varietal: Shiraz contributes blue fruits and spice, Mataro adds structure and earthiness, and Grenache brings an abundance of juicy red fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the winemaking process, each variety was harvested separately at optimal ripeness, destemmed in the vineyard, and underwent whole berry, natural fermentation in open fermenters. Gentle twice-daily pump-overs ensured a soft extraction of colour, with the wine then maturing in French oak for four months before blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuicy and a little earthy, think blue and red fruits and an almost meaty undertone. It's the perfect BBQ or pizza wine and can even be enjoyed slightly chilled, it's a great value, easy, enjoyable drinking Barossa bargain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a kind of rustic, almost a natty sort of Beaujolais character to it... Lots of character, and quite different to your usual Barossa GSM.\" - Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Juicy and bouncy with a real meaty, rusty, medina-spicy edge that is very appealing indeed.\" - Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-whistler-divergent-s-m-g\" title=\"2023 Whistler Divergent S.M.G\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Head Red Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Head Red Cabernet Sauvignon is an absolute gem, showcasing the best of Barossa's secret weapon - Cabernet. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom an \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEbenezer vineyard planted in 1950, this is a blend of small parcels of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFermented naturally with indigenous yeast and minimally handled, this wine is all about purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's full of classic Cabernet notes of blackcurrant, black cherry, and cassis, layered with hints of tobacco and a creamy texture. Fine tannins give the wine a polished finish without losing that bold Barossa depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully approachable Cabernet and tremendous value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA blend of 85% cabernet sauvignon, 5% merlot, 5% cabernet franc, 3% malbec and 2% petit verdot from across the subregions of Ebenezer, Nuriootpa and Flaxman Valley. Ripe blackberry and black cherry fruits with hints of cinnamon, clove, tobacco, olive tapenade, sage, cedar and cassis. An inflow of blackcurrant pastille on the palate lifts things up a notch, the tannins are fine and powdery, and there is a cassis-like flow on the exit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-head-red-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2022 Head Red Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Torzi Matthews Vigna Cantina Negro Amaro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside Torzi Matthews' excellent range of 'classic' Barossa varieties, they grow a small amount of Italian varieties, inspired by their Italian heritage. This is their extremely tasty rendition of Negro Amaro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a spicy, savoury red with a strong backbone of tannin in support. It's a little different and a lot delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great example of a seldom seen variety in Australia, and worth every penny for those exploring the plethora of Italian varieties appearing across the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-torzi-matthews-vigna-cantina-negro-amaro\" title=\"2021 Torzi Matthews Vigna Cantina Negro Amaro\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Spinifex Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePete Schell continues to explore the possibilities with Shiraz\/Syrah in his beloved Barossa Valley, and this vibrant and lifted Syrah is a gorgeous drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a more understated and elegant version of Barossa Shiraz, Schell picks fruit from a couple of different, cooler sites in the Barossa and Eden Valleys. The grapes are picked earlier to retain freshness and perfume, before seeing a mixture of stainless steel and wooden and concrete fermenters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild and savoury yet soft and sumptuous, this is Barossa Shiraz unlike we usually see it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInteresting, flavour-packed and moreish, this is another winner from this superstar winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-spinifex-syrah\" title=\"2021 Spinifex Syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39932909682731,"sku":"Badass Barossa Red Pack","price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/BadassBarossaPack.webp?v=1731543326"},{"product_id":"italian-stallions-red-pack","title":"Italian Stallions Red Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eA collection of six killer red wines out of Italy for those in need of something tall, dark and handsome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Poggio Anima Chianti DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Ciu Ciu Piceno Montepulciano Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Tenute Orestiadi Molino a Vento Nero d'Avola\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Maretti Langhe Nebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Babo Chianti\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Poggio Anima Chianti DOCG\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"448\" class=\"\"\u003eThis is Chianti made the old-school way — bright, savoury and refreshingly unpretentious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"448\" class=\"\"\u003eIt comes from Riccardo Campinoti, best known for his Brunello wines at Le Ragnaie, but here he's dialled things back and kept it simple. It’s 100% Sangiovese from vineyards near Siena, fermented with native yeasts in stainless steel, then aged for a short stint in old oak. No new barrels, no additions, no fuss — just clean, honest fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"715\" class=\"\"\u003eIn the glass, it’s all about clarity and crunch. There’s a gentle rustic edge, the kind you want from Chianti, with lovely acid and just enough grip to hold its own at the table. It’s not pushing for power or polish — this is a wine made to drink, not to overthink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"850\" class=\"\"\u003ePerfect for pasta, pizza or anything else that needs a bit of Italian charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Poggio Anima Chianti DOCG\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-poggio-anima-chianti-docg\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Ciu Ciu Piceno Montepulciano Sangiovese\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis organically-farmed pitch-perfect casual red wine comes from the easternmost region of Central Italy, the Morro d'Alba region of the Marche,between the Apennine Mountains and the Adriatic sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy combining the soft, plummy characters of Montepulciano with the tannin and savoury characters of Sangiovese, the Bartolomei family make a big but balanced red that is going to be a big hit at your next BBQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the bucks asked, this is a little ripper of a red, and it's organic and certified vegan to boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Ciu Ciu Piceno Montepulciano Sangiovese\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-ciu-ciu-piceno-montepulciano-sangiovese\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Tenute Orestiadi Molino a Vento Nero d'Avola\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNero d’Avola from the black soils of the Belice Valley, this medium to full bodied wine is full of rustic flavour and charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite a nuanced wine here, with a broad range of flavours and aromas from berries to liquorice. Nero is such a seductive wine, the aromas pull you in close with the depth and power, while on the palate there is a softness to the wine, balanced so nicely with that classic Italianate tannin style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine that speaks of place and screams with value-for-money deliciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Tenute Orestiadi Molino a Vento Nero d'Avola\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-tenute-orestiadi-molino-a-vento-nero-davola\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Maretti Langhe Nebbiolo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor lovers of affordable Italian table wines, the Maretti wines, crafted by the winemaker Danilo Drocco, have been delivering above and beyond for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Langhe Nebbiolo adds another delicious string to their bow. The fruit is macerated for only a short time before being pressed off to barrel. The intent here is to deliver a Piemontese Nebbiolo that is ready to drink now. Drocco has been very successful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tannins are super fine and moreish, the fruit is bright, energetic and has the signature rusty colour that you might associate with very traditional examples of Nebbiolo from this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the best value Italian Nebbiolos you will find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-maretti-langhe-nebbiolo\" title=\"2022 Maretti Langhe Nebbiolo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Babo Chianti\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Babo Chianti is \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003esmashable Sangiovese 101 at a very fair price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly-regarded Tasmanian winemaker Justin Bubb traveks to Italy to make this delicious Chianti - one of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ethe few to be bottled under screw cap and retain all that lovely purity and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis freshness and juiciness is a result of half of the wine seeing carbonic maceration. Filled with cherry, earthiness and that classic savoury Sangiovese finish, it's a cracker wine for when you're feeling a little Italianate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Babo Chianti\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-babo-chianti\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the type of wine that will get you hooked on the succulent red blends of Barolo and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three main varieties in this wine - Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto - are made for each other, especially when guided by the capable hands of the Vajra team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's purpose built to be utterly un-put-down-able. A flourish of red fruits, Spring flowers and sweet spices makes this match perfectly to all matter of foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one of the most affable and delectable table wines from this region getting around at the moment, and ridiculous value to boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"It’s a staple of many in this country looking for a juicy and early drinking expression of Piedmont red.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-g-d-vajra-langhe-rosso\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39972600905771,"sku":"Italian Stallions Red Pack","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/ItalianStallionsRedPack_d7e6be97-777f-4148-a8b2-bc470a0c0e8b.png?v=1763507907"},{"product_id":"tasmanian-pinot-noir-bargains-pack","title":"Devilish Tasmanian Pinot Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe love Tassie Pinot but the prices are on the rise from our most southern state. So, we always keep our eyes peeled for the best value drops and pop them in this pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is six of the best-value Pinot Noirs you will see from the \u003ca title=\"Tasmania Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/tasmania-pinot-noir\"\u003eApple Isle\u003c\/a\u003e. Some great producers here, still making handcrafted Tasmanian Pinot Noir at prices that won't make your eyes water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dr Edge Pinot Rain Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Stoney Rise Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Hughes \u0026amp; Hughes Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Holm Oak Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Wolfe at The Door Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dr Edge Pinot Rain Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, gluggable Pinot Noir from the master with the medical license (not really!), Dr Edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Tassie Pinot prices soaring, we thank Peter Dredge for creating a \u003cem\u003e\"vin de soif\" \u003c\/em\u003estyle Pinot Noir that brings all the goodness of Tasmanian vineyards without the hefty price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeliciously red-fruited and easygoing, it's a wine that's ready to go whenever you are. Pop it in the fridge for a minute before serving if you want, drink it in the Purple Rain with your favourite frog or Prince.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother glass of Pinot Noir goodness from our favourite Tassie Doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Dr Edge Pinot Rain Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dr-edge-pinot-rain-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TMV Pinot Noir is a composite blend of all the Tamar Valley Pinot Noir sites that are farmed by Ricky Evans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a glimpse at the vintage for the Tamar Valley sub-region. This is not your average 'entry level' Pinot Noir, this is a beautifully crafted, elegant representation of Pinot Noir from the north of the island.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a cracking wine with immaculate fruit and a savoury backbone - a great representation of the quality being produced by a new wave of Tasmanian winemaking rock stars.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStocks are limited on this release, so don't hesitate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-two-tonne-tasmania-tmv-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Stoney Rise Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoe Holyman is one of the leading lights of Tasmanian wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis Stoney Rise Pinot Noir always massively over-delivers, and this is no exception. With a wealth of experience from across the global wine scene, Joe - along with his wife Lou - have become the proprietors of the old Rotherhythe vineyard in northern Tasmania. From a vineyard that needed some serious TLC, they have been producing some top shelf Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for over a decade. This is serious stuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stoney Rise range is all about immediate drinking pleasure and boy have they nailed it here. It comes from 85% estate-grown fruit and 15% from Joe's growers, and it's a vibrant, refreshing, effortless style of Tasmanian Pinot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore complexity than you'll almost ever see for Tassie Pinot at this price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Tamar Valley pinot noir, 85% estate grown. Such a lovely-smelling wine. Bright ruby in colour, with an array of exotic spice and amaro tones suffusing through the fruit notes of wild strawberry and dark cherry along with hints of star anise, leaf litter, hoisin, fermented smoked meats, char siu and earth. Spacious and finely poised with a gossamer, filigreed palate presence … all detail, complexity and sapid drive.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Stoney Rise Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-stoney-rise-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Hughes \u0026amp; Hughes Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the demand for fruit in Tasmania increases, so too are the prices. The top value Pinot Noirs are becoming rare as hens' teeth, but here's one that you can fill your boots with if you want a stylish Tassie Pinot that won't bust the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is fruit from the Coal River, Derwent and Tamar Valleys fermented in small batches in a bunch of different ways. Some whole bunch, some whole berry, lots of experimenting from winemaker Jonathan Hughes to see what works, then finally a blend of the best parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a great drink and remarkable value, all things considered. There just aren't many Pinots at this price from the Apple Isle that will deliver the interest and satisfaction of the Hughes \u0026amp; Hughes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Hughes \u0026amp; Hughes Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-hughes-hughes-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Holm Oak Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage after vintage, Holm Oak produces some of the best value for money Pinot Noirs in Australia. You simply cannot help but admire how much flavour and vivacity it packs in such a delicate number. It has moxie. It's the Little Engine That Could.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, so pale in the glass. There is something about it which is just immediately enticing. Maybe it's the fragrance coming from the wine, maybe it's the knowledge that this is only the tip of the iceberg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the second you taste it you're utterly whisked away. It's very much a dancer, with delicate flavours of berries, spice and herbs flitting hither and thither. You can't help but smile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It was a pretty mild year in Tassie, contributing to a wine that is refined and so supremely elegant but with textured complexity setting it apart. The fruit was destemmed and wild fermented in open fermenters before racking to barrel for maturation in 25% new French oak and a mix of older oak for 10 months. There is a bright vibrant fruit character balanced with a dry chalky mouthfeel with primary notes of cherry and strawberry, dusted with a faint hint of Tamar earth.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ray Jordan (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Holm Oak Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-holm-oak-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Wolfe at The Door Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWolfe at the Door is the playful sibling to the Wellington \u0026amp; Wolfe Pinot Noir from Tasmania's Tamar Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by winemaker Hugh McCullough, this Pinot Noir is sourced from two vineyards in the Tamar. It undergoes 15% whole bunch fermentation and rests in oak for just three months before bottling, ensuring a fresh, crunchy, and vibrant fruit profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a lovely little red that bursts with tart cherries and rhubarb, accented by notes of orange rind and Aperol. The palate is bright and lively, with a pleasant tannic crunch on the finish. It's a light-hearted wine designed for early drinking, and a great value entry point into the tasty world of Tassie Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright, sappy-edged red cherry, a slightly wild-eyed spice profile, amaro herbs, pressed wildflowers and crushed rocks. Very stony palate presence and an umami ache on the palate with a groovy watered-down-Ribena flavour on the tail end. There's a lot of drinking joy here; spicy, diaphanous and very moreish. Pithy texture and plenty of crunch too.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Wolfe at The Door Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-wolfe-at-the-door-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39992614813739,"sku":"Devilish Tasmanian Pinot Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/DevilishTasmanianPinotPack_b5aa553a-dc33-4461-a2db-237efb7e6c73.webp?v=1737523715"},{"product_id":"artisans-of-south-africa-pack","title":"Artisans of South Africa Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mix of six extraordinary artisan wines from some of South Africa's best small producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Carinus Polkadraai Heuwels Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Mullineux Old Vines White\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Rall White\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Gabrielskloof The Landscape Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2018 Sijnn Red\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Savage Red\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Carinus Polkadraai Heuwels Chenin Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cool-climate gem from the Polkadraai Hills showcases exhilarating intensity and a steely core, and is a wonderful modern take on South Africa's flagship variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by renowned winemaker Chris Alheit using grapes from Danie Carinus’ one-hectare vineyard, this Chenin Blanc is rooted in decomposed granite soils. In the winery, whole bunch pressing and a combination of 75% fermentation in concrete eggs and 25% in older oak barrels lend the wine extra texture and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe excellent 2022 vintage reveals ripe red apple flavours, with a slight grip adding to its structure. The texture is lovely, and the finish is cool and precise, highlighting the wine’s natural acidity and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for aging, this Chenin Blanc will continue to develop complexity and depth over the next decade, making it a great choice for collectors of the world's finest Chenins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-carinus-polakdraai-heuwels-chenin-blanc\" title=\"2022 Carinus Polkadraai Heuwels Chenin Blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Mullineux Old Vines White\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Mullineux Old Vines White is a gem of a wine from the Swartland region, showcasing the indisputable talents of Chris and Andrea Mullineux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dynamic duo, with experience across France, South Africa, and California, has established Mullineux as one of South Africa’s most celebrated wineries. Their belief in the potential of the Swartland's ancient terroirs has earned them numerous accolades, including over fifty 5-star ratings from Platter’s South African Wine Guide and multiple \"Winery of the Year\" awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Old Vines White is crafted predominantly from Chenin Blanc, with contributions from Clairette Blanche, Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Semillon Gris, and Verdelho. The vineyards are planted on a combination of g\u003cspan\u003eranite, schist and iron based soils up to 65 years old, all sustainably farmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is an inviting blend of florals and stone fruits, with subtle hints of dried honey and grilled nuts. The palate is a symphony of texture and energy, featuring citrus notes, creamy undertones from lees work and barrel \/ foudre maturation, with a fine bead of acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stunning textural white and a shining example of the quality that Swartland can produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-mullineux-old-vines-white\" title=\"2021 Mullineux Old Vines White\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Rall White\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Rall White is a standout blend from one of South Africa's most celebrated winemakers, Donovan Rall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for his role in South Africa's New Wave wine movement, Donovan sources grapes from seven top vineyards across the Cape Winelands. This blend consists of 68% Chenin Blanc, 28% Verdelho, and 4% Viognier, with each varietal fermented and matured separately for 10 months in a mix of seasoned French oak and concrete before blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, the 2021 Rall White offers an intricate bouquet with hints of fresh stone fruit and floral notes. The palate is vibrant and textured, with a steely core and a mouth-watering snap. It's incredibly complex, with great purity, precision, and an impressive aging potential of up to 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Rall White offers a fresh, vivid expression of South Africa's diverse terroirs and a wine that continues to set the bar high for Donovan Rall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-rall-white\" title=\"2021 Rall White\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Gabrielskloof The Landscape Cabernet Franc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Gabrielskloof The Landscape Cabernet Franc beautifully captures the essence of Gabrielskloof's unique terroir and commitment to sustainable winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNestled in the Bot River area, this wine is a true reflection of the vineyard's rocky mountainside site with Overberg Shale and Table Mountain Sandstone soils. The 19-year-old vines contribute to the wine's remarkable texture and complexity. The fruit was hand-picked, destemmed, and naturally fermented without any added yeasts. The wine was then aged for 14 months in 30% new oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, the 2021 Cabernet Franc offers an enticing bouquet of blackberries, liquorice, and cloves, complemented by fresh herbaceous notes. The palate is elegant and vibrant yet packs a punch, showcasing deep red fruit flavors and an almond husk texture from the tannins, adding a savoury counterpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for pairing with hearty dishes or enjoyed on its own, and another showstopping wine from this excellent producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-gabrielskloof-the-landscape-cabernet-franc\" title=\"2021 Gabrielskloof The Landscape Cabernet Franc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2018 Sijnn Red\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 Sijnn Red is a captivating Syrah blend that embodies the pioneering spirit of Sijnn Wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNestled in the remote Malgas region along the Breede River, this estate is a testament to resilience and innovation, producing exceptional wines in challenging conditions. This Syrah-dominant blend includes Trincadeira, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvedre, and Touriga Nacional, all grown as bush vines in stony, low-vigour soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked and meticulously sorted, the grapes undergo natural fermentation, with the Syrah and Trincadeira retaining about 10% whole bunches. The wine is aged for 22 months in a mix of 225L and 700L French oak barrels, 20% of which are new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose offers an enticing bouquet of red berries, lavender, thyme, and rosemary. The palate is rich and full-bodied, showcasing dark spices, chocolate, and a hint of charcuterie. It is elegantly powerful, with a vibrant acidity and firm tannins that promise longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a bit of age already this is a beautiful drink right now, or let it develop further complexity in the cellar until 2030+. This wine is a true reflection of its unique terroir and the dedication of its makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2018-sijnn-red\" title=\"2018 Sijnn Red\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Savage Red\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by the talented Duncan Savage, this stunning wine showcases the very best of South African Syrah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2021 Savage Red is a compelling 100% Syrah sourced from organically grown vineyards in Stellenbosch’s decomposed granite soils. The grapes, handpicked from three parcels in the Kuils River area, undergo spontaneous fermentation with 50% whole clusters. 12 months in 500-liter barrels and an additional 10 months in foudre add character and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose bursts with aromas of ripe red plums, mulberries, and strawberry compote, with notes of lavender, lilies, sandalwood and thyme. The palate is broad and textured, with waves of sweet red and black berry fruits, savory meaty nuances, and a touch of black peppercorn. A granitic mineral finish and polished, plush tannins complete the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Syrah drinks beautifully right now, but will develop beautifully over the next 10 to 12 years. Duncan Savage is unstoppable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-savage-red-1\" title=\"2021 Savage Red\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40025974145067,"sku":"Artisans of South Africa Pack","price":359.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/ArtisansofSouthAfricaPack_12f4da15-5965-433e-9745-beaacb0f067e.webp?v=1730336476"},{"product_id":"mclaren-vale-grenache-masterclass-pack","title":"McLaren Vale Grenache Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcLaren Vale Grenache is becoming one of Australia's most important wine styles, thanks to the region's Mediterranean climate, old vines, and some of the best producers in the land pushing the quality of the variety perpetually forward. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sandy soils and cooling sea breezes help retain freshness and elegance, giving Grenache from McLaren Vale a beautiful balance between power and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s Australia’s answer to Rhône, but with a bold, unmistakable Aussie swagger. Here are the frontrunners for the \u003cem\u003e\"Grenache-\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaissance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 S.C. Pannell Little Branch Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Aphelion Wait Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 MMAD Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 S.C. Pannell Little Branch Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the debut release of Steve Pannell's new baby, the stunning 2022 Little Branch Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePannell purchased this gem of a vineyard in the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBlewitt Springs dress-circle 2021, which boasts ancient Maslin Beach sands and 30-year-old vines. These vines, combined with the unique ironstone-flecked soils at 140 meters above sea level, bring a lot of character to this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs always, Pannell employs traditional techniques like whole bunch fermentation and aging in old French oak vats. The wine is fermented with a small percentage of whole clusters and left on skins for 13 days before being pressed and matured. This hands-off approach really lets the vineyard’s natural qualities shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you take a sip, you’re hit with bright red fruits like raspberry and strawberry, followed by a complex array of spices—cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and cassia. There’s a hint of toffee apple and spun sugar, finishing with musk and rose oil. The texture is smooth and sophisticated, with stealthy tannins that build up slowly, leaving a lasting impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA remarkable first Little Branch release from Steve, and surely a wine to watch and collect for many years to come. Extremely limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is an impactful grenache made by somebody who prizes Italian wines. The tannins are an immense force field, with kirsch, strawberries and dried Mediterranean herbs, and a note of almond husk that gives noble bitterness. The density, poise and grace are thoroughly impressive. This is a structured grenache built for the cellar.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-s-c-pannell-little-branch-grenache\" title=\"2022 S.C. Pannell Little Branch Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-s-c-pannell-little-branch-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrad Hickey’s first solo varietal Grenache here, sourced from vines planted in the '50s, nestled in the hilly Clarendon sub-region. Only 100 cases made, so if you’re lucky enough to grab one, drink it with someone you really like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a beautiful depiction of this famous McLaren Vale vineyard. There’s lavender and cloves on the nose, mingling with hints of orange peel, feijoa, and cinnamon—a sensory journey that dances across the palate with dusty, fine tannins, all kept in perfect harmony by 15 months in old French oak. It’s got that medium-bodied finesse we love in a great Grenache, but with enough backbone to keep improving in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label, by Sydney artist Alesandro Ljubicic, is as eye-catching as the wine itself—beautiful, bold, and unmistakably Brash Higgins. Drink it now for its sheer vibrancy, or tuck it away for a few years and see how it unfolds. Either way, this Grenache is all class and a great debut release from the one and only Brash Higgins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is good, quirky and, like its winemaker, probing for secrets and answers... Chinotto, tamarind, clove and kirsch, the souk-scented ferrous tannins a spicy curtail to any excess. There is a scent of the southern Rhone more, perhaps, than the Gredos (the aspirational totem for so many). A beautiful point of difference with every sip.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin MW (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-brash-higgins-smart-vineyard-grenache\" title=\"2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-brash-higgins-smart-vineyard-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYangarra is arguably Australia's finest producer of Grenache, and this stunning wine is surely one of their finest (and best value) releases yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir remarkable, certified biodynamic vineyard in the higher reaches of McLaren Vale produces a fleet of awe-inspiring Grenache, with this 'Old Vine' release being the heart and soul of the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from 70-year-old, non-irrigated bush vines, with Yangarra's incredible winery doing its bit to maintain all the purity of fruit and natural vineyard character in the wine. It's not jubey and fruity, nor is it rich and inky - this is an emphatically perfumed, seriously structured, utterly delicious Grenache that will only improve with time in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a no-brainer for any Grenache lover. Stock up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bush vines planted in 1946 on a deep sandy dune. Hand-picked and sorted, with 50% whole berries for a wild ferment. Perfumed rose petals and wild strawberries, the palate bursts with energy and drive, all in a red spectrum.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yangarra-old-vine-grenache\" title=\"2022 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yangarra-old-vine-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Aphelion Wait Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAphelion winemaker Rob Mack sources his fruit from growers he knows and respects, with the fruit for this wine coming from the sandy soils of the Wait Vineyard in McLaren Vale's Blewitt Springs sub-region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally planted in the 1940s, the vineyard is dry-grown and produces small berries with intense structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith only a single 600L barrel produced, this is a great example of truly age-worthy, collectable Grenache from a winemaker who loves the grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a little bit of ageing in neutral French oak, following a long and slow fermentation with 100% whole bunches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"What a wine. This is a little edgier than the 2022 but lovely all the same. This is my favorite in the suite of 2023 Grenaches from Aphelion this year.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"That bunch sits up in this at present, with cooler, smoky herbal notes, interlocking with spice, faintly suggesting garam masala, green cardamom a feature, with cherry pit, dried cranberry, macerated strawberry, pressed flowers, umeboshi and bergamot strung across a web of chewy tannins. There’s a lot to give here, but a little time is required.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-aphelion-wait-vineyard-grenache-1\" title=\"2023 Aphelion Wait Vineyard Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-aphelion-wait-vineyard-grenache-1\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oeno Grenache is the latest offering from one of Australia’s top Grenache experts, Michael Corbett. While it’s his third-tier Grenache, it offers exceptional value, especially for a wine of this calibre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis debut release comes from the Rende Vineyard in Blewitt Springs, perched over 200 metres above sea level. Named after the evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) that thrives alongside the vines, the Oeno Grenache is a wine designed to highlight the lighter, friskier Grenache components on the beautiful Rende vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked and whole-bunch fermented, with 60% of the grapes left in their clusters, the wine spent 11 months in French oak puncheons before being bottled unfined and unfiltered. Expect bright notes of raspberry, red currant, and cherry, with hints of spice and earthiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis organic, vegan-friendly Grenache is beautifully balanced and built to age. But with such a limited release, it won’t be available for long—making it a smart grab for anyone looking to add a top-notch Grenache to their collection without overspending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Raspberry, cherry, a fair bit of herb and bunchy spice, also some almond paste and floral notes. It’s sappy and red fruited, quite spicy, dusty tannin grip, perhaps a little sweet and sour ex whole bunch stuff, some pomegranate tang, with a bright finish of fine length. It has something of a ‘mineral’ character to it, and a subtle amaro bite in the aftertaste. It looked more cohesive and compelling after some time in the glass. It’s a good wine, kind of on the cusp of ripeness, but has plenty of energy and grip.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-vanguardist-oeno-grenache\" title=\"2023 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-vanguardist-oeno-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 MMAD Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MMAD Grenache is the crown jewel in the MMAD wine stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaining access to a vineyard planted in 1939 is no easy feat, but thankfully the foursome behind this project are driven to create a wine that truly expresses the nuances possible from such old vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an ethereal and truly epic depiction of Grenache from Blewitt Springs, realised with crystal clarity. The acidity and minerality are zippy and the palate is smooth and silky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Triumph for winemaker Adam Wadewitz and his team and a wine that has very quickly entered the pantheon of the greatest Grenache wines in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A seriously compelling wine, and further proof of how thrilling McLaren Vale grenache is right now, for both its quality and the unparalleled diversity in top-flight expressions.\"\u003cbr\u003e– Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is ballistically good. I doubt that I’ll taste anything much better from these shores over the next 12 months... The complete and utter command of the final flourish of flavour and tannin here feels, as you swallow, like a high water mark. I’m sold, totally sold, on this wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-mmad-grenache\" title=\"2022 MMAD Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-mmad-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40084355940395,"sku":"McLaren Vale Grenache Masterclass Pack","price":359.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/McLarenValeGrenacheMasterclassPack.webp?v=1730333902"},{"product_id":"tasmanian-pinot-noir-masterclass-pack","title":"Tasmanian Pinot Noir Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eTasmanian Pinot Noir is some of the hottest property in Australian wine right now and here are six of the very best.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to Tassie’s cool, maritime climate, the grapes get a long, slow ripening season that allows all those complex flavours to build while keeping that essential, refreshing acidity. The island’s mix of soils—everything from ancient sandstone to rich volcanic clay—gives each wine its own unique character, adding depth you don’t often find elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd because most vineyards are small-scale, the winemakers here can focus on quality over quantity, as such, this pack of some of the most sought-after Pinots on the Isle won't be available for long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Dr. Edge Tasmania Concrete Matured Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bubb + Pooley Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Home Hill Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Chatto Bird Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Sailor Seeks Horse Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Holyman Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Dr. Edge Tasmania Concrete Matured Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2023, Peter Dredge kept the two parcels of his Pinot Noir separate, his traditional barrel matured portion, and this, a portion that was fermented and aged entirely in concrete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes for a crystal-clear depiction of Tasmanian Pinot Noir. The fresh, dazzlingly bright Pinot fruit sings out of the glass. The acidity is crisp, the nervy tension and fresh red fruits are just a delight to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very exciting drink - Tasmanian Pinot Noir at its most invigorating and mineral-driven. We loved it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two parcels will likely be blended together going forward so this may be the only bottling of this wine ever, making it something of curio and perfect for collectiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lively ruby core into a shiny purple rim. Black cherry, river stones and cinnamon stick aromatics. Medium weight, very focused and driven by both fine granular tannins and taut acidity. Peeking through that is dark cherry, hints if cola spice and a gravelly minerality underneath, all rolling very long on that framework's tension. Time in the glass allows more nuances to come out and it builds further layers and character\"\u003cbr\u003e- Stuart Knox (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It may be an experiment, but gee, it’s a ‘Eureka!’ moment as far as I’m concerned. Such character. So good. This is the way.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-dr-edge-tasmania-concrete-matured-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Dr. Edge Tasmania Concrete Matured Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bubb + Pooley Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan Bubb + Pooley make a top notch Pinot Noir? You better believe it. With their combined knowledge and experience, this was always going to an absolute scorcher of a wine. Made from two separate parcels, one 100% whole bunches and the other 20%, and matured in a mix of large concrete vat and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a lot to unpack with this wine. Of all the wines in the new line up, this is the one which will reward decanting and some time to open up. Let it unfurl its wings and you'll find a gorgeously balanced wine - it smells like walking through a forest in daylight, with soft berries, leaf litter, woody spices and earthy savouriness. The palate is impeccable, with finely tuned, gentle acid, making this as food friendly as it is drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStunning. Just stunning. More Tasmanian magic here from Anna Pooley \u0026amp; Justin Bubb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Gee, this is a good Pinot Noir. Plenty of juicy cherry, a jasmine, rose oil and almost apricot perfume, a bit of spice and something a little earthy. It’s the feel of it, though, that really gets me in. It’s bright, but concentrated, with tight stony tannin, a cool ‘minerally’ aspect to its pure-feeling acidity, with a very long finish that pops with cherry, ripe raspberry, almond meal, and quite some fragrance. It’s sweetly fruited as a young wine, yes, though that structure is the thing. A curious thing to say, perhaps, its that it’s a fine Pinot Noir that sports something of an Italianate character. I love it. It’s touch and go for 96 points.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bubb-pooley-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Bubb + Pooley Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Home Hill Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Home Hill Estate is a classic tale of a family’s passion blossoming into one of Australia’s most cherished Pinot Noir producers. Rosemary and Terry Bennett started with just six rows of vines on what was once an apple orchard, never imagining their hobby farm would transform into an award-winning vineyard. From the early days of their three children playing in apple bins during harvest to the present, where their vineyard in the Huon Valley is recognised as a top destination, Home Hill has been a labour of love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily remains at the heart of Home Hill. Terry and Rosemary’s son, Sean, now manages the vineyard, carefully planning and maintaining the six-hectare estate with an eye for detail that reflects their commitment to quality. Their daughter Kelly oversees the Wine Club and numerous other roles, while other family members contribute to the business’s daily operations. Together, they’ve created a welcoming environment where visitors can experience the beauty and bounty of the Huon Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's long and plush and round. Curvacious, plump and vibrant with an easy swagger, it's the kind of Pinot that reminds you that Pinot Noir can be a great drink from day one. Whether enjoyed now or after a few years in the cellar, this wine is a true reflection of the dedication and passion that have driven Home Hill from its humble beginnings to the pinnacle of Pinot Noir excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a dangerous wine. Be warned, one glass may not suffice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-home-hill-estate-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Home Hill Estate Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Chatto Bird Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBird is one of Jim Chatto's single vineyard release, from the Pipers River region in northern Tasmania. It's a long way from his home Isle vineyard in the very southern Huon Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a more skeletal, structural expression of Tasmanian Pinot Noir and will look brilliant with a little more time in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, musky aromas with some fresh pomegranate. The tannins are super-fine and chalky. Highly recommended for lovers of fine-boned, linear wines and a great entry point to Chatto's Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-chatto-bird-vineyard-pinot-noir\" title=\"2022 Chatto Bird Vineyard Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Sailor Seeks Horse Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul and Gilli Lipscombe are doing some fantastic work from their small vineyard planting in the Huon Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir Sailor Seeks Horse Pinot Noir is a masterclass in controlled power and elegance. They strive for balance in the vineyard which makes the work in the winery minimal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small batch premium Pinot Noir is one of their best releases to date. We're sure it will be one of the Huon Valley's most sought-after releases of the year - so snap one up while you still can!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Mid-ruby with aromas of wild strawberry, red and dark cherry with hints of raspberry coulis, Chinese barbecue joint, sous bois, nori, souk spices, crushed stone and low-volume wood spice. Spacious and silken, with just a scattering of amaro herbs, a touch of brine to the acidity and sapidity and ease of drinking galore.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright, light-medium depth red-purple hue, with pristine aromas of wild berry, mixed spices, red cherry and dried flowers and herbs, translating to refined intensity on the palate. Tightly tensioned, refined and long, with beautifully honed fine-grained tannins doing a great job of providing backbone and enhancing persistence. Utterly delicious pinot noir.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-sailor-seeks-horse-pinot-noir\" title=\"2022 Sailor Seeks Horse Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Holyman Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoe Holyman has been described as \u003cem\u003e\"one of Tasmania's outstanding Pinot Noir makers.\"\u003c\/em\u003e by Nick Stock and many others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe and his wife Lou are the custodians of one of the best Pinot Noir vineyards in Tasmania and he knows his fruit very, very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is another cracking release of a top-class wine with all the Holyman hallmarks: power, poise, structure and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnoisseurs of Tassie Pinot should load up, this is exceptional stuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"70% whole bunch, 30% new oak. Bright ruby with a beautiful aromatic profile of red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry pip with aromas of struck flint, spice, crushed amaro herbs, sous bois, hanging game and leaf litter and turned earth. Stony, savoury and wonderfully balanced with a chalky tannin architecture and bright mineral cadence.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCherry, blueberry, violet and dried roses, black tea, a damp earthy almost truffle-like edge, some pencilly and spicy oak. It’s medium-bodied, but only just, cherry, raspberry and earthy spice set in a cool ‘mineral’ framework, tannin has a gently grainy sooty edge, and the finish is very long. This is a beautiful wine, and so distinctive. I love it. Echoes of Burgundy from a bygone era, perhaps, though don’t mind me. Yes.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-holyman-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Holyman Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40125408346155,"sku":"Tasmanian Pinot Noir Masterclass Pack","price":369.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/TasmanianPinotNoirMasterclassPack_5eef3ea0-afb4-4732-97ba-ec956e0ae7f8.png?v=1730951891"},{"product_id":"rhone-for-your-home-six-pack","title":"No Place Like Rhone Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSix seriously delicious reds from the Rhone. Easy drinking, full flavoured satisfaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine de Ferrand Cotes du Rhone Mistral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine Saint-Damien Plan de Dieu Cotes du Rhone Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine du Seminaire Cotes du Rhone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Domaine Tourbillon Cotes du Rhone Cuvee Du Grand Pere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine la Remejeanne Cotes du Rhone Un Air de Remejeanne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Pierre Amadieu Cotes du Rhone Roulepierre Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine de Ferrand Cotes du Rhone Mistral\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePhilippe Bravay is one of the unsung heroes of the Southern Rhône. His tiny estate, Domaine de Ferrand, sits in the sweet spot of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, rubbing shoulders with heavyweights like Beaucastel and Charvin. While his top-tier wines are hunted by collectors, the 'Mistral' offers a way to tap into that pedigree without the hefty price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of this as a \"Baby Châteauneuf\" and you are pretty close to the mark. The fruit is sourced from organic vines bordering the appellation, with some plantings dating all the way back to 1945. It is a classic blend driven by Grenache, but with enough Syrah, Cinsault and Mourvèdre to give it spine and complexity. Philippe is a staunch traditionalist, so you won't find any new oak here. He uses concrete tanks and natural yeasts - it's bare-bones CdR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 release is a standout. It is astonishingly concentrated for the category, pouring a deep colour and offering waves of spicy cherry, raspberry and bramble fruit. The extra hit of Syrah in the blend really opens it up, adding a savoury, meaty layer to the soft, silky tannins. This is honest, delicious French red that over-delivers in a big way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Domaine de Ferrand Cotes du Rhone Mistral\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-de-ferrand-cotes-du-rhone-mistral\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine Saint-Damien Plan de Dieu Cotes du Rhone Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Plan de Dieu from Domaine Saint-Damien is a seriously good Rhône red for the money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from old vine Grenache and Mourvèdre grown on organic, low-yielding plots, it’s a wine that leans into tradition: concrete vats, no fuss, just beautifully expressive fruit and a touch of savoury depth. The Saurel family, with Romain now at the helm and the late Philippe Cambie’s guiding hand still felt, have built a reputation for overdelivering across their range - and this one’s no exception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect red and dark fruit, some dusty spice, and that lovely wild herb kick that good southern Rhône always carries. It’s medium-bodied, fresh and already drinking well, but there’s enough grip and structure to tuck away for a few more years if you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Domaine Saint-Damien Plan de Dieu Cotes du Rhone Vieilles Vignes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-saint-damien-plan-de-dieu-cotes-du-rhone-vieilles-vignes\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine du Seminaire Cotes du Rhone\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreat value Cotes du Rhone from the organic vineyards of Domaine du Seminaire in the east of the Rhone, on the way to Alps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, 10% Carignan, and it's open, warm and ready to drink. There's the signature richness of the region, tempered with a little more restraint from the cooler site where this family resides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValue for money-wise this is a cracking all-rounder red, and fully organic to boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Domaine du Seminaire Cotes du Rhone\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-du-seminaire-cotes-du-rhone\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2022 Domaine Tourbillon Cotes du Rhone Cuvee Du Grand Pere\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2011 by Benjamin Tourbillon, this family estate in Lagnes has grown from humble beginnings into one of the most exciting names in the southern Rhône. The Tourbillon story began with Benjamin’s grandfather, who farmed five hectares in Gigondas before his grandsons took the reins, expanding into Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Plan de Dieu and Côtes du Rhône.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cuvée comes mainly from old-vine Grenache with a small portion of Syrah, grown on the red clay and rounded pebbles of Plan de Dieu – a site that gives both depth and lift. Fermented and raised entirely in concrete, it’s made to show fruit purity and the character of the vineyard rather than oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s bright and generous, with red berry fruit, a touch of pepper and silky tannins carrying it through. Fresh, supple and effortless to drink, it’s a brilliant example of what Plan de Dieu does best – ripe southern warmth balanced by real finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Domaine Tourbillon Cotes du Rhone Cuvee Du Grand Pere\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-domaine-tourbillon-cotes-du-rhone-cuvee-du-grand-pere\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine la Remejeanne Cotes du Rhone Un Air de Remejeanne\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for the heavy, boozy style of Côtes du Rhône, keep walking. This is the exact opposite. As the name suggests, this is a wine of \"air\" and lightness, designed by Olivier Klein to capture the fresh, cool-climate essence of the rugged Sabran landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertified organic and sourced from the estate’s high-altitude sandy limestone vineyards, this is a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah. Olivier treats it as a true \"vin de soif\" (wine for thirst). He utilized 50% whole bunches in the ferment this year to lift the aromatics, followed by a short maceration and ageing in concrete tanks to preserve the primary fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a wine that feels like it has its own internal air conditioning. It jumps out of the glass with scents of just-picked raspberries, cherries and a bouquet of lavender, thyme and violet. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and crunchy, with a rocky, dusty texture and a gentle caress of tannins. It is supple, fragrant and bursting with energy. A \"dee-light-ful\" bistro red that is perfect for a light chill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Domaine la Remejeanne Cotes du Rhone Un Air de Remejeanne\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-la-remejeanne-cotes-du-rhone-un-air-de-remejeanne\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Pierre Amadieu Cotes du Rhone Roulepierre Rouge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pierre Amadieu family has been a fixture in Gigondas since 1929, with quality in every wine they produce, down to their great value entry-level bottlings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Roulepierre 2024 isn't a heavy, overworked red; it’s a bright, stainless-steel-fermented blend of Grenache and Syrah that prioritises fruit purity and juiciness over oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from stony, clay-limestone soils, the wine is hand-harvested and vinified to keep things fresh. It’s got classic Southern Rhône generosity, dark blackberry and plum - but with a clean, supple palate and a light touch of liquorice on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s the kind of reliable, characterful red that works just as well with a casual mid-week roast as it does with rustic Mediterranean dishes. Drink it now or over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Pierre Amadieu Cotes du Rhone Roulepierre Rouge\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-pierre-amadieu-cotes-du-rhone-roulepierre-rouge\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40174994685995,"sku":"No Place Like Rhone Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/NoPlaceLikeRhonePack.webp?v=1776746134"},{"product_id":"explore-new-zealand-three-pack","title":"New Zealand Middle-Earth Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sample pack of the fine vinous wares of New Zealand. This great value mix gives you a cross-section of wine styles and interesting producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Churton Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Kumeu River Village Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Unkel Life’s a Beach Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Mount Edward Gamay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Kenzie Duet Pinot Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Te Mata Estate Vineyards Merlot Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Churton Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarlborough as a region is notable for its Sauvignon Blanc production. Some of it very good, some not so much. Here's one of the very good ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganically farmed by the Weaver family, this wine shows a rare intensity for this variety. Each of the 10 Churton Sauvignon Blanc blocks are harvested individually by hand, a portion sees some time in larger format oak, and all the wine spends six months on lees before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTextural, powerful, and incredible value for money given the care taken to craft this. This is Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc done right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Crikey! Delicious. Tastes more like the kind of Loire chenin blanc I drink than Marlborough savvy B. Lemony, so much sea spray and brine, wet fern characters and sure, a touch of tropical fruits, but subdued under the zestiness of the wine. Mouth-watering and delicious. Absolute ripper.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Churton Sauvignon Blanc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-churton-sauvignon-blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Kumeu River Village Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKumeu River are producing some of the most exquisite Chardonnays this side of Burgundy, in the words of Tim Atkin MW “If Michael Brajkovich MW were a Burgundian rather than a New Zealander, he would be among the most celebrated white winemakers in the Côte de Beaune.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePretty high praise, and quite apt when you’re looking at this wine from them. The value for money is through the roof. Creamy, with a slight flinty-mineral note, on the palate there is a subtle fruit character up front moving to a delicate tight and crisp mid-back palate. Fully of bright acidity and a lengthy clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an entry point into the Chardonnay range of Kumeu River, this wine is insane; pure, precise and oh so Chablisesque!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Kumeu River Village Chardonnay\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-kumeu-river-village-chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Unkel Life’s a Beach Orange\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnkel Wines is the project of winemakers \/ grape growers Rob and Kate Burley. Kiwi-born Rob launched Unkel several years back in Victoria after learning his craft under the likes of Pat Sullivan and William Downie, before relocating with wife Kate back to Nelson, New Zealand. Here they now farm their own \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eorganically \u0026amp; dry farmed vineyard, crafting delicious natural wines shaking up the typically more conservative New Zealand industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere we have a skin-fermented blend of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, from various picks and various ferments, crafted together to make a smooth and seamless orange wine, full of tropical fruits and complimentary but gentle structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRob describes this \u003cem\u003e\"a great intro to orange wine\"\u003c\/em\u003e, and we couldn't agree more. Fun and versatile drinking!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Unkel Life’s a Beach Orange\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-unkel-life-s-a-beach-orange\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Mount Edward Gamay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the best examples of the potential for Central Otago's to produce top-quality Gamay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine was made by Duncan Forsyth and his team, looking to bring their low-intervention philosophy to this jubilant and juicy red variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Beaujolais, the home of Gamay in Burgundy, the finest examples in modern times are made with a more natural winemaking philosophy. Duncan tackles the variety in a similar way, making the wine with no additions apart from the most minimal amount of sulphur during the winemaking process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to this, the wine is open, bursting with red and purple berries and herby spice. It's a soft, slurpable and all-round charming example of the variety from the southern hemisphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s super bright, crisp, vibrant. A refreshing red with verve and crunch. Tart cherries, pomegranate juice, a lick of rose hip tea; scents and flavours match here. It dances on the tongue, such a fresh style, almost could be a chillable red but for the structure, tension and filigree of tannin here. A beauty to drink, wholly in a modern, nouveau vogue but plenty to get stuck into.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Mount Edward Gamay\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-mount-edward-gamay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Kenzie Duet Pinot Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kenzie Duet Pinot Syrah is a wine that sings, with beautiful balance between its performers; not a diva in sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite what you might think, a Pinot Noir\/Syrah blend is a thing to behold. The earthiness and elegance of Pinot often goes swimmingly with the spice and depth of Syrah, such as with the Kenzie Duet. They work in concert to create a wine with no jagged edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a feast for your senses. Blueberry, cherry, boysenberry, smoke, pepper, rosemary, with firm tannins that will continue to see this wine age well and a juicy palate that will always deliver a flavourful drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Kenzie Duet Pinot Syrah\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-kenzie-duet-pinot-syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Te Mata Estate Vineyards Merlot Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lesser-known Cabernet Merlot blend from the iconic Te Mata Estate, and a brilliant value part of their range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabernet Sauvignon and Merlot vie for dominance, with a touch of Cabernet Franc also in the mix. It's all very classy and silky with beautifully ripe dark blackcurrant and plum fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from across Te Mata's vineyards in the Havelock Hills, Bridge Pa Triangle, Gimblett Gravels and Dartmoor sub-regions of Hawke’s Bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Hard to imagine a better value, and more serious Bordeaux blend at this price point. Incredible.\"\u003cbr\u003e-Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 Te Mata Estate Vineyards Merlot Cabernets\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-te-mata-estate-vineyards-merlot-cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40601255477291,"sku":"New Zealand Middle-Earth Pack","price":179.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/MiddleEarthMixedPack.webp?v=1721871755"},{"product_id":"high-scoring-heroes-reds-pack","title":"Halliday Heroes Reds Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's the latest selection of top value reds with 95+ point scores from the Halliday Wine Companion Tasting Team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the best iterations of this pack of all time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pack will sell out and is only available for a limited time. This is crazy value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Mulline Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Fighting Gully Road Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Bondar Junto GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Nick Spencer Wines Medium Dry Red Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dominique Portet Fontaine Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Adelina Estate Shiraz Mataro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Mulline Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eBen Mullen just has a way with Pinot, and this 2025 release is a perfect example of why we’re such big fans. 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. A well-made entry-level Pinot that delivers serious value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry and some whole-bunch–derived pepper and spice, there's a lot going on in this well-put-together and attractively priced wine.\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-noir\" title=\"2025 Mulline Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Fighting Gully Road Sangiovese\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are few viticulturalists in Australia that get Sangiovese right. It's a difficult nut to crack, it seems. Well, here's one that's inspired by the fantastic wines of Chianti, and hits the nail square on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMark Walpole works the Aquila Audax Vineyard in Beechworth with an eye only for quality. This Sangiovese comes from the upper exposed slopes of the vineyard, vines planted on shale and metamorphic rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the skilled hands of winemaker Adrian Rodda doing all the right things in the winery, the Fighting Gully Road Sangiovese comes out with classic varietal character and offers excellent value for those who enjoy the savoury, grippy drinking experience that this variety can give.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Mark Walpole loves sangiovese and the feeling is reciprocated... Potential? You bet!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jeni Port (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-fighting-gully-road-sangiovese\" title=\"2024 Fighting Gully Road Sangiovese\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Bondar Junto GSM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Junto\" is Spanish for \"together,\" and that sums up the philosophy behind this wine perfectly. It is Andre and Selina Bondar's take on the classic McLaren Vale blend, but stripped of the heaviness you might expect from the region. This is designed to be fine, frisky and fresh, a wine built for bistros and backyards rather than the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 release is Grenache-dominant (72%), providing the perfume and juicy red fruit core. Mataro (13%) adds a savoury spice and structure, while a small splash of Shiraz contributes a bit of plushness. A notable addition this year is the 7% Counoise from their own vineyard, a variety that helps keep the alcohol in check and lifts the freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep things in the lighter spectrum, the fruit is picked early and fermented with around 20% whole bunches. This gives the wine a tight, herbal nerve that cuts through the fruit sweetness. In the glass, it is loaded with blue and red berries, fresh herbs and a savoury lick that keeps you coming back. It is pure McLaren Vale fruit without the sunburn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJunto is supposed to be medium bodied, fresh, unpretentious and delicious.\u003c\/span\u003e..\"\u003cbr\u003e- Andre Bondar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The medium-weighted, accessible, everyday drinking red from Bondar, a wine made to fit the climate and culture of the region. And this nails it, again... Such a beautiful thing.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vpz7ctIPR_c?si=40WhU4wz2ueGfKa-\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-bondar-junto-gsm\" title=\"2025 Bondar Junto GSM\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Nick Spencer Wines Medium Dry Red Blend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Nick Spencer is one of the better winemakers in this country.”\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Australian wine can be a brash place, but it still manages to provide harbour to some considered, thoughtful souls, of which Nick Spencer is one. He is the real deal, in short. His wines are more than wines. They are their grapes laid bare\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNick Spencer’s Medium Dry Red Blend is a nod to a golden era of Australian wine – the classic ‘Aussie clarets’ of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Back then, the focus was on crafting beautiful, balanced wines from multiple varieties rather than spotlighting single regions or grapes. Nick’s 2023 version captures that spirit in a modern, polished way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt on a Cabernet Sauvignon base, with Shiraz and a splash of Malbec, it’s vivid and immediately engaging. Expect a lifted, floral nose with notes of blue and black fruits, ironstone, aniseed, and a hint of dark chocolate. The palate is juicy and medium-bodied, with a crunchy cranberry-like acidity and silky tannins that promise a good few years of evolution if you have the patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs always with Nick’s wines, it’s an exercise in balance, charm, and drinkability. A roast lamb or a hearty tray of roast veggies would do it justice. This is a true-blue, proper Australian red, thoughtfully done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"MDR is a medium-dry red; a pitch-perfect blend of cabernet sauvignon, malbec and shiraz... Impressive.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is such a pure expression of cabernet... Drinking this is like watching steam rise from a cool dark pond; here though the steam is scent. It just keeps on rising as if it can barely stop itself. It’s a beautiful drink and a charming experience.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A cacophony: Earth and pencil graphite, crushed kitchen herbs, cardamon pod, bay leaf, cigar butt, asphalt, cassis, bramble, boysenberry and nuances of vanilla bean paste... The balance and depth are exemplary. Bargain.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Regan Drew (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-nick-spencer-wines-medium-dry-red-blend\" title=\"2023 Nick Spencer Wines Medium Dry Red Blend\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dominique Portet Fontaine Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"528\" data-start=\"166\"\u003eWith Bordeaux in their blood, the Portet family have always had a soft spot for cabernet blends, and the Fontaine Cabernets is their way of showing that pedigree in an easy, everyday style. The 2024 is cabernet sauvignon at the core, with merlot, malbec and cab franc rounding things out, all from vineyards scattered across the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"857\" data-start=\"530\"\u003eThe season was cool and steady, giving fruit that’s vibrant and finely balanced. Hand-picked, gently fermented, then aged for 10 months in French oak (only a splash of new), it’s a wine that feels polished without being fussy. Medium-bodied, full of dark berries and violets, with silky tannins that make it just glide along.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"859\"\u003eAnd while it’s made to be approachable, this vintage really over-delivered - it picked up 95 points from the Halliday Wine Companion and impressively went on to win the Trophy for Best Red Wine at the Yarra Valley Wine Show. Pretty amazing for something still comfortably under $30 a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"859\"\u003eThis is Bordeaux know-how with Yarra freshness, and one of the best-value reds you’ll come across. Back up the truck!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"859\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An excellent edition of this perennially good and well-priced wine... One of the Yarra's absolutely best buys.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dominique-portet-fontaine-cabernets\" title=\"2024 Dominique Portet Fontaine Cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Adelina Estate Shiraz Mataro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a blend of mostly Shiraz with a good chunk of Mataro, grown across three blocks on the Adelina estate. About half the fruit comes off vines planted in 1915 - the rest from younger plantings - all farmed organically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach block was fermented on its own, with varying time on skins depending on the parcel. After pressing, the wine went into large-format oak for ten months, with just a bit of new wood in the mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a firm, savoury wine with depth from the old vine fruit and freshness from the younger sites. There’s shape, dark fruit, and plenty of drive, but nothing feels heavy or forced. It’s balanced, well-made, and true to the place it comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways one of the most dependable reds in the Adelina lineup and still excellent value for what’s in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dark-fruited and savory... showing blueberry compote, graphite and dark cherries. Finely constructed. Drink or hold. Screw cap.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A charming wine, tightened gently with fine, dusty tannin, but ostensibly built around a notion of ease of drinking and prettiness.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is very good... The Mataro adds a bit of X-Factor, and there’s a bit more substance and oomph to this wine over the straight Shiraz. Excellent.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-adelina-estate-shiraz-mataro\" title=\"2023 Adelina Estate Shiraz Mataro\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40770737504299,"sku":"Halliday Heroes Reds Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/HallidayHeroesRedsPack_1_54a26c5d-23af-4ea0-9bfc-1d9b09a6b19e.webp?v=1775103874"},{"product_id":"high-scoring-heroes-whites-pack","title":"Halliday Heroes Whites Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis excellent value mixed pack features six highly-rated white wines that boast accolades and high acclaim from the Halliday Wine Companion Tasting Team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis iteration of the pack features a stack of excellent recently released wines. All at a great price with great reviews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt will be updated regularly with freshly reviewed wines as they drop!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Rieslingfreak No. 4 Eden Valley Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Charteris Hunter Valley Semillon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 De Iuliis Steven Vineyard Pecorino\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 Sentio Aligote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Nick Spencer Tumbarumba Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Rieslingfreak No. 4 Eden Valley Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Hughes’ deep love of Riesling shines through once again in this superb Eden Valley release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 No. 4 is sourced from selected vineyards across the southern ranges of Eden Valley, including the High Eden subregion of Flaxman Valley and sites near Angaston and Springton. In a year defined by record dry conditions, searing heat, and a challenging frost event, these sites yielded fruit of stunning purity and intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in a dry style, this Riesling captures Eden Valley at its finest: elegance, perfume, and slate-like minerality. The bouquet leaps with fresh lime, passionfruit, and rosewater, layered with fennel seed, star anise, and a hint of rain on warm slate. The palate is finely structured, bursting with lime juice and elderflower, drawn long by the vintage’s hallmark crisp acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother deadset bargain for any Riesling lover from John \u0026amp; Belinda Hughes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points \u0026amp; No. 12 in the James Suckling Top 100 Best Value Wine in the World of 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The palate is sharp and focused... The finish is both electric and precise. Excellent.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TTkbtnXMNqg?si=rmV67VU7H7M33GDU\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Rieslingfreak No. 4 Eden Valley Riesling\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-rieslingfreak-no-4-eden-valley-riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Charteris Hunter Valley Semillon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"716\"\u003ePJ Charteris keeps things simple with this Semillon - two hillside blocks, hand picked, whole bunch pressed, a bit of time on ferment lees, and that’s about it. No winemaking trickery, just clean fruit, smart timing, and a long, mild season that let flavour build slowly without pushing sugar too high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eIt’s tight and zippy straight out of the gate - lemon pith, green apple, a bit of lime splice and crushed shell. There’s energy and drive, but also texture from the lees, rounding out the palate without dulling it. The acid is fine and crunchy, with a salty edge through the finish. Nothing flashy, just really well put together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eBuilt to age, but seriously refreshing now - bright, clean and more complex than it first lets on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The impressive mid-palate breadth and texture are the hallmarks of this wine, and the way the flavours dance and weave through the palate is simply mesmerising.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Toni Paterson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Charteris Hunter Valley Semillon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-charteris-hunter-valley-semillon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 De Iuliis Steven Vineyard Pecorino\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by a trip to his ancestral roots in Abruzzo, Mike De Iuliis planted Pecorino in the sandy soils of the Steven Vineyard back in 2020. This is the third release from those vines, and the first to lean into a slightly more complex, textured style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit was hand picked, basket pressed, and fermented wild in neutral French oak – then left on full lees for nine months to soften the acidity and build that creamy, saline texture Pecorino can do so well. There’s no new oak, no winemaking tricks – just smart farming and a confident hand in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t your usual zing-and-go white. It’s got weight, shape and a nice savoury twist that makes it just as good with a proper meal as it is chilled in the fridge for a sunny afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Juicy pear flavours, plus nuances of magnolia and sage that add an alluring, sophisticated note. The palate has excellent weight with a faint mealy thread. Serve ice cold to highlight the savoury tones, amplify the sherbety acid vein and temper the sweetness of the fruit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Toni Paterson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 De Iuliis Steven Vineyard Pecorino\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-de-iuliis-pecorino\"\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 title=\"2025 Mulline Pinot Gris\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-mulline-pinot-gris\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Sentio Aligote\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are only pockets of Aligote around Australia, and King Valley is producing some of the very best examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProduced by the talented Chris Catlow at Sentio, this Aligoté comes from the Darling Estate Vineyard in Upper King Valley. Aligoté, traditionally from Burgundy, France, has found a new home here, and Chris's passion for Burgundian-style wines shines through. With experience with Burgundy's Benjamin Leroux, Chris learnt first-hand how to get the best out of these Burgundian varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChris has conjured a lovely, complex dry white that is slippery, waxy, bright and racy. It sees some oak, as the grape does in its Burgundian homeland, but this cedary, nutty character really enhances the orchard fruit dense core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAwesome off-piste but classically drinking white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It slides, it glides, it twists and pinches, but most importantly—it satisfies.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Kasia Sobiesiak (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Sentio Aligote\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-sentio-aligote\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Nick Spencer Tumbarumba Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Nick Spencer is one of the better winemakers in this country.”\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Australian wine can be a brash place, but it still manages to provide harbour to some considered, thoughtful souls, of which Nick Spencer is one. He is the real deal, in short. His wines are more than wines. They are their grapes laid bare\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"605\" data-start=\"123\"\u003eNick Spencer has been championing Tumbarumba Chardonnay for two decades now, and the 2024 release shows exactly why he’s so committed to this high-country region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"605\" data-start=\"123\"\u003eThe fruit comes from a unique vineyard in the Maragle Valley, sitting unusually low for Tumbarumba at 500 metres, but close enough to the Snowy Mountains to feel the chill each night as mountain air rushes through. Warm days, cold nights – it’s a recipe for flavour and freshness in perfect balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"928\" data-start=\"607\"\u003e2024 was a standout season here, delivering fruit with richness and intensity without tipping into heaviness. Nick hand-picked and pressed the grapes into a mix of French oak puncheons and amphora, where the wine rested for 14 months on lees. It’s a style that gives depth and texture but keeps everything finely tuned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1194\" data-start=\"930\"\u003eThis is Chardonnay with drive and personality – elegant but not shy – and a wine that will sit comfortably at the table now while also rewarding a few years in the cellar. Another strong reminder of why Nick is one of NSW’s leading voices for cool-climate wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A wine that not only marks 20 vintages of Chardonnay from this incredible region for me personally, but may well be one of the finest expressions we’ve ever produced.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Spencer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a beautiful chardonnay... Wonderful wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Nick Spencer Tumbarumba Chardonnay\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-nick-spencer-tumbarumba-chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40772480335915,"sku":"Halliday Heroes Whites Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/HallidayHeroesWhitesPack_cec79e75-94eb-466f-907b-1c9a6318e282.png?v=1771983426"},{"product_id":"icons-of-shiraz-pack","title":"Icons of Shiraz Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis carefully curated collection of Shiraz is designed to give you six of the very best expressions of Australian Shiraz, from six of the finest producers in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom rarely seen gems in Tyrrell's 4 Acres and Sami Odi, to South Australian modern icons in Standish Schubert Theorem and Yangarra Ironheart, to all-conquering cool climate masterclasses in Clonakilla and Yarra Yering, this pack is the ultimate Australian Shiraz collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's not a Shiraz collector alive who wouldn't be thrilled with this pack. These are legendary, iconic wines that will take pride of place in any serious cellar. Just a handful of packs available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Tyrrell's Sacred Sites 4 Acres Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Sami-Odi Hoffmann Dallwitz Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Standish Wine Co The Schubert Theorem Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Yarra Yering Underhill Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Yangarra Ironheart Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Tyrrell's Sacred Sites 4 Acres Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Sacred Sites 4 Acres Shiraz is one of the rarest and most revered wines in the Tyrrell’s stable – a single-block Shiraz from vines planted in 1879, dry-grown and still going strong almost a century and a half later. This tiny vineyard, less than two hectares in size, consistently produces some of the Hunter’s most hauntingly beautiful reds, and the 2023 vintage is no exception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s classic Hunter in scale – mid-weight, savoury, and incredibly detailed – but the depth and nuance here go well beyond expectations. Cool vintage conditions gave the wine an extra layer of finesse: lifted red fruits, black tea, graphite and fine spice, all carried on a line of chalky tannin and subtle, old-oak polish. The winemaking is deliberately hands-off, letting these historic vines speak in full voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly a handful of bottles are made each year, and they rarely leave the country. For those who love Hunter Shiraz – or simply collect Australia’s most iconic old-vine wines – this is as close to sacred ground as it gets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoysenberry, ripe raspberry, violet, cracked pepper is a thing, albeit that very aromatic sort of black pepper that you get from Italy (strange thing to say, I know, though someone has to get me some more of that from Roscioli soon or I may snap). Medium-bodied, purple fruit and raspberry, has a quiet grip of tannin, deep and ferrous and spicy too, with exceptional length of flavour. It’s 4 acres from a great vintage. What more needs to be said?\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-tyrrells-sacred-sites-4-acres-shiraz\" title=\"2023 Tyrrell's Sacred Sites 4 Acres Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Sami-Odi Hoffmann Dallwitz Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Fraser McKinley's finest expression of Shiraz from the Hoffmann family's oldest vines on their Dallwitz vineyard. The vines on this historic site were planted between 1888 and 1912.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final blend is comprised of some 18 barrels. Here, Fraser is looking for his most eloquent expression of this great site with every vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's rich, it's bountiful, it's made in limited supply. The perfect wine for the Barossa collector who has it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It's concentrated and presents with impressive fruit density, but there's a beautiful energy and freshness to its form. As always, the fruit is pure and perfectly poised; black cherry, blackberry, boysenberry and blue fruits. The cut of spice is deep and exotic, floral flecks and raspberry pip lift, a glimpse of dried herbs, dried meats and violets in the rear-view mirror with an earthen overtone with compact, powdery tannins as the wine fades out. Superb.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-sami-odi-hoffmann-dallwitz-syrah\" title=\"2023 Sami-Odi Hoffmann Dallwitz Syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier is a wine that continues to redefine Australian Shiraz. Inspired by the greats of Côte-Rôtie, this is cool-climate winemaking at its most elegant and precise. It's a wine with a serious pedigree that Australia should be proud of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage 2023 wasn’t without its challenges—cool, wet spring conditions had the vines dragging their feet, leaving winemakers wondering if ripeness would ever come. But when it did, the fruit was harvested in pristine condition, delivering a wine that is a pure reflection of Clonakilla’s vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, it’s an aromatic explosion—lifted floral notes, black pepper, and that signature Viognier perfume weaving through the dark, spicy fruit. The palate is where it truly shines: fine, tightly-knit tannins, a wonderful savoury edge, and layers of blackberry, plum, and earthy complexity. It’s lithe and refined but with an underlying power that promises serious ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2023 release is quintessential Clonakilla—regal, composed, and utterly captivating. If you’re already a fan, you’ll find all the hallmarks that have made this one of Australia’s most collectable wines. If you’re new to the fold, you’re in for a masterclass in how Shiraz Viognier should be done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Put simply, this is one of Australia’s greatest wines, year after year, and one of only a handful that can be reliably called world class, without hesitation... Virtuoso winemaking resulting in a masterpiece.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A glorious shiraz viognier of exquisite detail and harmony. Super-fine, granitic-mineral tannins trace a magnificent finish and confirm a Clonakilla for the ages. A worthy joint winner of my Shiraz of the Year.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tyson Stelzer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"There can be no question that Tim Kirk’s Murambateman masterwork is one of Australia’s most important wines, and this latest release builds on the legacy of previous vintages and elevates it even more.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Weekend Australian)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-clonakilla-shiraz-viognier\" title=\"2023 Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Standish Wine Co The Schubert Theorem Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatience was the name of the game for the 2023 Barossa harvest - rain at the wrong time, picking stretching out longer than usual, and plenty of nail-biting decisions. But for The Schubert Theorem, that patience has paid off handsomely. Dan Standish knows this vineyard inside out. He spent eight years figuring out its quirks before he even bottled the first vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year’s Schubert feels deeper, a little more brooding, with a savoury edge that keeps it honest. There’s that trademark marine note, a salty, iodine thread that weaves through the dense black and blue fruits. Think mulberry compote, a hint of graphite, maybe a whiff of nori if you’re paying attention. The tannins are silky but firm enough to keep everything in line, and the acidity’s got a lovely lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn epic Schubert, maybe not the full throttle power of some warmer years but it maybe the most elegant rendition of this cuvee yet from Dan. Compelling wine, really about as good as Barossa Shiraz gets, from our point of view. You know is going to age beautifully but geez, it's going to be hard to leave it alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 The Schubert Theorem Shiraz is a gorgeous wine. It is silky, inky, pure, black as the ace of spades and long through the finish... It has rose petals, detail and delicacy, power and precision... The ancient terroir of the Barossa is writ large in these wines. It is striking.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The purest of plum, black cherry and blueberry fruits stretch impossibly long on the palate... smooth tannins, spice and texture compose a kinetic, graceful wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-standish-wine-co-the-schubert-theorem-shiraz\" title=\"2023 Standish Wine Co The Schubert Theorem Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Yarra Yering Underhill Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderhill is the more extroverted sibling in the Yarra Yering Shiraz family - generous, expressive and disarmingly drinkable from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from a single block planted by Dr. Bailey Carrodus in 1973, this eight-acre patch at the western edge of the estate delivers Shiraz with muscle and charm in equal measure. Where Dry Red No. 2 broods, Underhill beams - showing plush dark fruits, cracked pepper, lavender and a whiff of smoked meats, all wrapped up in a supple, silken frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Sarah Crowe gives this wine a mix of whole bunch and whole berry ferments, time in both large format oak and seasoned puncheons, and a deft handling of tannin that keeps everything in check without dampening the wine’s natural swagger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelicious now, especially with a decant, but will cruise gracefully through the next 10–15 years if you can hold off. A benchmark cool-climate Shiraz, straight from one of Australia’s greatest sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a glorious shiraz, bursting with life and what will surely be a 40-year life span, so perfectly framed and balanced are its black cherry and blackberry fruit duo, tannins obediently bending the knee to the fruit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy Winner (The Angelo Puglisi Grand Champion Wine of Show)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoyal Qld Wine Awards 2024\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy Winner (Best Red Table Wine of Show)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoyal Qld Wine Awards 2024\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy Winner (Beast Shiraz Wine of Show)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoyal Qld Wine Awards 2024\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy (Best Victorian Shiraz)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2023 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yarra-yering-underhill-shiraz\" title=\"2022 Yarra Yering Underhill Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Yangarra Ironheart Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ironheart Shiraz is a blend of the best barrels from the most profound block of Shiraz on the biodynamically farmed Yangarra Estate in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlock 15, the most distinctive of the twelve blocks of Shiraz on the Yangarra vineyard, yields Shiraz fruit of immense concentration and complexity. The wine has an easy power and authority, a commanding presence and a wine built for great things in coming decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is rich yet balanced, the viticultural team at Yangarra mustering the regional concentration and stature of their hero variety whilst maintaining freshness and purity at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig but beautiful is the message. A benchmark example of Shiraz from this region and now one of the most collectable in all of South Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A ready appeal not always seen at this stage… needs a little time to be its best, but it’s a superb 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\"Powerfully expressive core… significant underlying tension as it tightens up on the long, enthralling close.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Angus Hughson (Vinous)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Builds and builds to a crescendo… prodigious length, harmony long and lingering with a drying flourish.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Stuart Knox (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Well balanced and structured… very serious.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (JamesSuckling.com)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yangarra-ironheart-shiraz\" title=\"2022 Yangarra Ironheart Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40841840918571,"sku":"Icons of Shiraz Pack","price":899.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/IconsofShirazPack_4157b62d-6ed1-4f61-98bb-33d44eaf0da3.png?v=1754631753"},{"product_id":"cabernet-masterclass-pack","title":"Cabernet Cartel Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe absolutely love Cabernet here at DD, so we were more than happy to help our mates Julian Langworthy and Rob Mann espouse the qualities of the grape via their new Cabernet Cartel alliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are six wines (including the Corymbia and Nocturne Cabernets) that we think demonstrate the prowess and sublime drinking on offer in modern Australian Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zwSTAxv5znY?si=PNcX6_zxNWujxdsJ\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Corymbia Calgardup Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Nocturne Sheoak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine Naturaliste Rebus Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dappled Tradition Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Joshua Cooper Regional Release Cabernet\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\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Corymbia Calgardup Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRob and Genevieve Mann are no strangers to the Margaret River \"old guard,\" but Corymbia is where they’ve torn up the traditional playbook. Sourced from their organically farmed Calgardup Vineyard—an ancient granite and gravel site just 2km from Redgate Beach—this is coastal Cabernet at its most stripped-back and honest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 (the sixth release of this wine) is a direct nod to Rob’s grandfather, the legendary Jack Mann, but the style is decidedly unorthodox. There is no new oak here and no glossy winemaking tricks. The fruit is hand-sorted and aged in large, neutral barrels to ensure the \"graphite\" tannin framework of the vineyard isn't smothered by wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting 2024 bottling is a svelt, high-definition Cabernet that values detail over raw power. It’s beautifully medium-bodied, showing leafy aromatics, dark fruit, and fine-boned tannins. It has a distinct salt-spray, coastal energy that sets it apart from the heavier styles typical of the region. It’s a pure, unadorned, and a unique expression of Cabernet that we absolutely love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"A pure, fine-boned and extremely elegant expression of cabernet... An exceptional release that speaks fluently of vineyard and place, while providing immense satisfaction in the high-quality stakes division.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a distinctive wine that I love each vintage, and given the quality (attention to detail) of the viticulture, the wine looks good\/distinct\/sophisticated in every season.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lithe and athletic. Long limbs and wiry musculature. Blackcurrant and black cherry, rubbed rosemary and flowering sage. Dutch licorice and konbu. Composed and complete, deftly poised and proudly mid-weight. A deep, shaley minerality and taut, highly-pixelated tannins.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-corymbia-calgardup-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2024 Corymbia Calgardup Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Nocturne Sheoak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a winemaker with Julian Langworthy's trophy cabinet quietly suggests that this might be the best Single Vineyard Cabernet he has ever made, we sit up and pay attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage was famously hot and challenging across much of Western Australia. Yet, Julian notes that his coastal Sheoak vineyard in Yallingup sat in a bizarrely perfect \"Goldilocks\" zone. While others were rushing, he was able to pause, wait for absolute tannin ripeness, and pick pristine fruit from the best part of the slope on April 7th.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit spent 14 days on skins before being pressed to tank, then transferred to a mix of new (25%) and seasoned French oak for 16 months. Only the absolute top-performing barrels were selected for the final SV blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a darkly coloured but wonderfully ethereal Cabernet. It is a masterclass in medium-bodied elegance, built on a ridiculously silky, effortless tannin structure. Expect a driving core of dark fruit, soaring high notes of cassis, and a beautiful frame of warm spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is dangerously accessible right out of the gate, but if you can manage to hide a few bottles away for 5 to 8 years, you are going to be handsomely rewarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“In the mouth, the wine is structurally firm, populated by succulent Cabernet fruit, and pliable in texture. There are notes of dried bay and tobacco, graphite, lead pencil and blackcurrant pastille. It is really good.”\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-nocturne-sheoak-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2024 Nocturne Sheoak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine Naturaliste Rebus Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBruce Dukes' winemaking starts literally from the ground up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe man has been obsessed with growing things for over two decades and it shows in every wine he makes. His roots have been put down in Margaret River, and as such he has immense insight into what the balance of soil, aspect and clone can do to a wine in this part of the world. One of his great loves is Margaret River Cabernet - and with this wine, we can definitely see why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe explained to us, \u003cem\u003e\"Rebus is a picture puzzle that when you look at it, the solution is not immediately apparent, there may be several solutions. That's why I love Margaret River Cabernet - it's constantly changing and it keeps me constantly challenged.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love Margaret River Cabernet, you are going to fall in love with this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-naturaliste-rebus-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2024 Domaine Naturaliste Rebus Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dappled Tradition Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShaun Crinion has been on a mission to make Yarra Valley Cabernet cool again, and this wine says to us that's 100% on the right on track. The Tradition Cabernets comes from a single vineyard at Steels Creek, planted in 1981 and farmed by grower Simon Peirce. The site sits in one of the warmer corners of the Yarra, giving Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc the chance to ripen fully while keeping their natural perfume and brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 blend is 68% Cabernet Sauvignon and 32% Cabernet Franc, with 20% whole bunches in the ferment for lift and complexity. It was fermented with wild yeasts and aged for 18 months in old French oak, keeping the focus firmly on the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is wonderfully aromatic, showing classic blackcurrant, violets and a touch of spice, with a palate that’s all pure fruit and freshness. It has the structure you’d expect from Cabernet, but it moves lightly, shaped more by acidity than oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a delicious, elegant and typically seamless Dappled wine, and as always from Shaun Crinion, tremendous value. Very limited production, so get in quick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Gorgeous cool-climate cabernet aromas of red cherry, damson plum and violets. Medium bodied, this well-priced, energetic, structured and elegant wine should age gracefully over the next six to eight years at least.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dappled-tradition-cabernets\" title=\"2024 Dappled Tradition Cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Joshua Cooper Regional Release Cabernet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoshua Cooper has a serious knack for Central Victorian Cabernet, and his 2025 Regional Release - often referred to as his Claret - is the one you want to drink now. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Malbec, it leans into a softer, more fruit-forward profile than his single-vineyard wines, resulting in a modern, highly drinkable take on a traditional Bordeaux blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 vintage is a particularly strong one for this release, though a dry season means quantities are painfully limited this year. It is crafted in a supple, juicy style, striking that rare balance where it feels light enough for a long lunch, yet packs more than enough stuffing to stand up to a serious meal or a stint in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt pours a bright garnet red. The nose leads with blood plum, cassis, and creamy black cherry, backed by complex layers of tobacco, violet, and iodine. The palate is plush and generous, loaded with purple berry fruit and framed by fine tannins and perfectly judged acidity that deliver shape without unnecessary weight. It is incredibly approachable right now, but will easily evolve over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Relatively elementary, but lots of pleasure and ease of drinking here.\"\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-joshua-cooper-regional-release-cabernet\" title=\"2025 Joshua Cooper Regional Release Cabernet\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\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\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The opposite of the lighter, more herbal '24, this has aromas of ripe cassis and blueberry together with a little cedar. \"\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-timo-mayer-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40875162959915,"sku":"Cabernet Cartel Pack","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/CabernetCartelPack.webp?v=1778466278"},{"product_id":"2022-utzinger-white-label-chardonnay","title":"2022 Utzinger White Label Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003eMattias Utzinger was a globe-trotting winemaker on the hunt for the perfect place to plant a vineyard. During that search, what he actually found, was the love of his life, a Tassie girl named Lauren. Turns out Tassie isn't a bad place to grow grapes. And so, Utzinger Wines was born.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased out of the Tamar Valley in the north of the island, the Utzinger wines are tightly wound and very well defined, this Chardonnay in particular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the context for premium Tasmanian Chardonnay, this is an excellent buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Even, balanced, lush and fine in a way. Feels fancy this wine. Very elegant. Nice one.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 94 pts, Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Mattias and Lauren Utzinger\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Utzinger.jpg?v=1698886101\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40891476541483,"sku":"2022 Utzinger White Label Chardonnay","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022UtzingerWhiteLabelChardonnay.png?v=1696980760"},{"product_id":"2021-impeca-vel-tinto-touriga-nacional-da-o","title":"2021 Impecavel Tinto Touriga Nacional Dao","description":"","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40918846275627,"sku":"2021 Impecavel Tinto Touriga Nacional Dao","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021ImpecavelTintoTourigaNacionalDao.png?v=1697094979"},{"product_id":"2020-ideal-branco-da-o","title":"2020 Ideal Branco Dao","description":"","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40918846308395,"sku":"2020 Ideal Branco Dao","price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2020IdealBrancoDao.png?v=1697095175"},{"product_id":"2021-domaine-alzipratu-cuvee-fiumeseccu-blanc","title":"2021 Domaine Alzipratu Cuvee Fiumeseccu Blanc","description":"","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40918846603307,"sku":"2021 Domaine Alzipratu Cuvee Fiumeseccu Blanc","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021DomaineAlzipratuCuveeFiumeseccuBlanc.png?v=1697102081"},{"product_id":"2021-domaine-alzipratu-cuvee-fiumeseccu-rouge","title":"2021 Domaine Alzipratu Cuvee Fiumeseccu Rouge","description":"","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40918846668843,"sku":"2021 Domaine Alzipratu Cuvee Fiumeseccu Rouge","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021DomaineAlzipratuCuveeFiumeseccuRouge.png?v=1697101568"},{"product_id":"2019-chateau-de-cerons-grave-rouge-bordeaux","title":"2019 Chateau de Cerons Grave Rouge Bordeaux","description":"\u003cp\u003eNestled in the heart of the Graves region, the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChateau de Cerons estate boasts a picturesque 18th-century manor house, overlooking the Garonne River and surrounded by historic stone walls. Managed by Xavier and Caroline Perronmat since 2012, Chateau de Cérons combines tradition with modern winemaking techniques to produce exceptional wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage is a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Merlot, grown on a unique terroir of mixed gravel and limestone. The grapes undergo a meticulous fermentation process in concrete vats, followed by aging in a mix of new and one-year-old barrels, enhancing the wine's complexity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, this wine is ripe and well-balanced, with vibrant black-currant flavors, elegant structure and refreshing acidity. Awarded a 93-point rating by Wine Enthusiast, this wine promises great aging potential and is recommended to be enjoyed from 2026 onwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExceptional value Bordeaux blend, whether to drink now or tuck away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40918847291435,"sku":"2019 Chateau de Cerons Grave Rouge Bordeaux","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2019ChateaudeCeronsGraveRougeBordeaux.png?v=1697085593"},{"product_id":"fuller-reds-subscription-pack","title":"Fuller Reds Subscription Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePet Nat, or Petillant Naturel (French for Naturally Sparkling) is the natural sparkling wine phenomenon taking Australian wine shops, picnics and wine bars by storm! Preservative Free, colourful, rustic and a little bit kooky, these Summertime-sparkling-smashers are not going away any time soon. What's in the pack:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Ravensworth Tinto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Molino a Vento Nerello Mascalese\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Cirillo Vincent Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Tesoro de los Andes Malbec Bonarda\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 De Iuliis Special Release Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Ravensworth Tinto\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love your reds bright, fresh and gluggable then you'll adore this. The Ravensworth Tinto is a blend of Grenache, Tempranillo, Graciano, all the varieties bearing their Spanish names on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit was picked with acidity at front of mind, wild-fermented as whole berries, left on skins for a while and then pressed into old, neutral barriques. The wine is about freshness and balance, easy drinking with some structure and interest and Martin nails the brief. It's a great example of a Grenache blend outside of South Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a joyous red wine and another massive win for Bryan Martin and Ravensworth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Molino a Vento Nerello Mascalese\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTantalising Sicilian red made from the local hero variety Nerello Mascalese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of juicy and savoury Pinot Noir with a wee bit more tannin and you're on the right lines. It's got a super bright and spicy palate and a lovely smooth finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat value and great drinking from the largest island in the Med.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Cirillo Vincent Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cirillo Vincent Grenache is, year after year, one of the country's best value Grenache. It's also a homage to Marco's father, who passed down all of his winemaking knowledge (spanning 8 generations!) down to him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVincent is a charismatic character, just like his maker. It bucks the trend of big, sweet, oaky Barossa Grenache and sits firmly in the bright, cheery and gluggable camp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA portion of whole bunches give it a lifted perfume and silky texture, while the use of older French oak and stainless steel ensure this is a lot brighter and bouncier than many of its Barossa counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This strikes me as among the best value wines yet tasted this year.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 94pts, Ned Goodwin MW (JamesSuckling.com)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Tesoro de los Andes Malbec Bonarda\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tank-fermented blend of Malbec and Bonarda, the Tesoro de los Andes comes from a selection of vineyards in the Mendoza region of Argentina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne-fifth Bonarda, it brings a bright juicy element to this wine, which melds seamlessly with the dominant Malbec. A really appealing mix of spice, and bramble fruit followed by dark, savoury overtones on the palate. The finish is smooth, rounded and nicely balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy going wine with personality verve, and, like so many Argentinian reds, is so perfect with meat cooked over fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 De Iuliis Special Release Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this wine, Hunter Valley hero Mike De Iuliis ventures to the Hilltops for his fruit. The cooler, more temperate conditions in the Hilltops region make for great ripening conditions for Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMike has maximised the quality of the fruit with this release. It's a smooth, medium-bodied ride, with classic cassis and blue fruits, a lick of creamy new oak and polished tannins that make it a one-glass-is-not-enough sort of proposition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMike is one of our favourite NSW producers and this is one of his best bargain buys in recent memory. For now, or for in a few years' time, Cabernet fans please walk this way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blewitt Springs sub-region of McLaren Vale typically produces a softer, more approachable style of Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrothers Duncan and Peter Lloyd are making the most of the regional characteristics here to deliver a McLaren Vale Shiraz that can be enjoyed immediately, as opposed to the more hulking full-bodied styles that look best with a few years under their belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is made with very little interference from the boys - the fruit quality doing all the work to create a ripe yet easy-drinking Shiraz which is very difficult to put down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMcLaren Vale Shiraz 101 and just unbeatable value!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\"Oh-so-easy to swallow if that wasn’t forbidden.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 95 pts, James Halliday (The Weekend Australian)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Perfumed, nutty, meaty, black fruit. Quite ferrous, but also floral. Lovely wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 94 pts, Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40954537541675,"sku":"Fuller Reds Subscription Pack","price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Home_Page_Feature_Centre_Tile_470690e1-cd10-410c-a26d-062129eaf2a2.webp?v=1707889285"},{"product_id":"medium-bodied-reds-pack","title":"Mid-Weight Marvels Reds Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eNot too heavy, not too light, just right!  Here is a brilliant little mix of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/moreish-medium-bodied-reds\" title=\"Medium Bodied Reds\"\u003emid-weight red\u003c\/a\u003e wines in a range of different styles and varieties \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003efrom six of our favourite artisan winemakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese six juicy, savoury and beautifully balanced reds all are \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eperfect whether pairing with food or enjoying on their own.  Similarly, all will look great with some time in the cellar, but also drink beautifully right from the get-go!  With these wines, versatility is the word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medium-bodied red trend in Australian wine is here to stay, and this really is the perfect all-occasions box of delicious Aussie wine!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Varney Wines Mencia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Van Higgins Free Ball Grenache Cinsault\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Ravensworth Regional Shiraz Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Unico Zelo Truffle Hound Nebbiolo Barbera\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 First Foot Forward Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Brash Higgins MRLO Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Varney Wines Mencia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points \u0026amp; Top 100 Wines of 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright colour; a haunting herbal\/dark cupboard bouquet... and that Varney touch of freshness on the finish.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot as much Mencia among the vineyards of McLaren Vale, as, say Touriga - that seems to the grape 'de jour'. But more wines like this elegant, lacy beauty from Alan Varney and lots of this native Spanish grape might find its way in to the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a small plot in Seaview, this is a bright, lifted, medium-bodied red with some exotic spice and game meat aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNine days on skins, short time in Burgundy barrels then bottled. Just 88 dozen bottles made. Not sure how much drinking that works out to per day...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-varney-wines-mencia\" title=\"2023 Varney Wines Mencia\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Van Higgins Free Ball Grenache Cinsault\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Here we go! This is everything I love about modern McLaren Vale - pure red fruits, perfume and freshness, lovely fine tannin. A seriously smashable blend from two of our great winemaker mates in Brash and MJC. Proud to offer this little gem exclusively to our customers. Get some!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Tom Hollings (Different Drop Co-Founder \/ Wine Buyer)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are thrilled to be the only retailer in the country to offer you access to this exciting collaboration between two of McLaren Vale's finest producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Van Higgins \"Free Ball\" Grenache Cinsault is a 50\/50 blend from the creative minds of good mates Michael J. Corbett (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/vanguardist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVanguardist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e) and Brad Hickey (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/brash-higgins\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrash Higgins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e). It was conceived over many late nights sharing bottles of 'baller' (hence Free Ball) reds from some of the Rhone Valley's finest, the likes of Gramenon, Rayas, and L’Anglore, a medium-weight red blend that captures the best of McLaren Vale is where they settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a deliciously harmonious blend of Grenache and Cinsault, each variety bringing its unique flair to the table. The Grenache comes from the gnarled 'goblet' bush vines on Vanguardist's 'Silver Sands' Rende Vineyard in Blewitt Springs. The Cinsault comes from the Lennon Vineyard in McLaren Vale, just outside the front door to Brash Higgins HQ. Half the fruit was destemmed and the other half kept as whole bunches, then ageing in a combo of 600L ceramic eggs and demi-muid barrels. This kept the wine fresh and bright, focused on the excellent fruit quality on display, without the hindrance of heavy-handed oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love the freshness and flow of this wine. It's all red and blue fruit, some frisky spice, floral accents and beautifully shaped tannin that lingers long on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere were \u003cstrong\u003eonly 123 dozen made\u003c\/strong\u003e and it is only available from the two producers' websites and here at Different Drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A bold pop of ripe cherry, dried roses, a bit sappy, dried herbs, raspberry too. It’s medium-bodied, a lively and vibrant wine, cherry soda and some turned earth, rosehip tea, fennel crunch, bright cranberry acidity, there’s some clay-like things, and dusty tannin grip, with a juicy\/savoury finish of excellent length. It’s fun, and it drinks a treat. Spicy and interesting.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Brad_Higgins_Michael_Corbett.webp?v=1722231523\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-van-higgins-free-ball-grenache-cinsault\" title=\"2023 Van Higgins Free Ball Grenache Cinsault\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Ravensworth Regional Shiraz Blend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere just weren't enough wines in the sprawling Ravensworth Regional range... Well that's according to Bryan Martin, anyway. So here comes an excellent little Shiraz blend for your drinking pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"Super excited to welcome this blend in our regional range...\"\u003cbr\u003e- Bryan Martin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is a little unusual in that the fruit comes from the opposite sides of the country. Bryan had access to a parcel of phenomenal fruit on the Swinney vineyard in the Frankland River region of Western Australia. This is highly prized bush vine Grenache and Mourvedre which is in high demand by WA's best producers. But there just wasn't enough to make a decent-sized release, so Bryan blended it with some top-quality Shiraz from the Hilltops and Murrumbateman regions, much closer to home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a classic Ravensworth red. Mid-weight, supple in texture and just damn delicious down to its toes. If you are a fan of basically anything Bryan makes (like we are), you'll want to add this beauty into your regular Ravensworth rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The fragrant bouquet and fresh zesty palate makes the Grenache and Mourvedre, rather than the Shiraz, dominant.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 95 pts, James Halliday (The Weekend Australian)\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\/2022-ravensworth-regional-shiraz-blend\" title=\"2022 Ravensworth Regional Shiraz Blend\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Unico Zelo Truffle Hound Nebbiolo Barbera\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Nebbiolo and Barbera grown on Clare Valley and Adelaide Hills vineyards, t\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehis is Unico Zelo’s take on an approachable, aromatic red blend, designed for pure drinking pleasure. Paying tribute to its Northern Italian inspirations, it’s a fresh, modern Aussie red with a playful edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAffectionately dubbed \"Truffle Hound,\" the winemaking approach focuses on retaining the blend’s signature herbal aromatics and meaty, umami undertones. The fruit is picked early to preserve its lively energy, then carefully vinified to highlight amaro-like notes of liquorice, smoky cardamom spice, and earthy savouriness. A juicy mid-palate provides texture and drive, while a bright finish ties it all together seamlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith just 11.5% ABV, this red is built for versatility at the table, but it truly shines as the ultimate pizza wine. Whether you’re tucking into a truffle mushroom pie or your favourite Margherita, it’s a match made in foodie heaven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruffle Hound encapsulates everything Unico Zelo stands for—joyful, food-friendly wines that celebrate Australia’s evolving wine culture and its connection to the land. Perfectly enjoyable now, no cellaring required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TIvgZQGYiYM?si=x5IF7m4_PuU1zc0b\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-unico-zelo-truffle-hound-nebbiolo-barbera\" title=\"2024 Unico Zelo Truffle Hound Nebbiolo Barbera\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 First Foot Forward Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yarra Valley does medium-bodied Claret better than anywhere else in Australia and this great value offering from Martin Siebert is just the latest example .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the Tokar Estate vineyard, this medium-bodied Cabernet is all about balance, elegance, and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt smells of blackcurrant and violets, with a palate filled with supple dark fruits and a touch of earthiness. The gentle tannins—thanks to a four-week skin contact and maturation in 300L French oak—give the wine structure without overpowering its fresh, juicy character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic Yarra Cabernet that combines modern finesse with old-school charm. Great buying here if you're on the hunt for a luncheon Claret that won't bust the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A medium and vibrant crimson red. Aromas of perfectly ripened blackcurrant and black cherries intermingle with just a hint of cedar and violets. Just as impressive on the medium-bodied, concentrated and well-structured palate. A ripper Yarra cabernet and at a price that's worth buying a six-pack and enjoying them over at least the next decade.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-first-foot-forward-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2022 First Foot Forward Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Brash Higgins MRLO Merlot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMRLO is a wine that aims to change some of the preconceptions of Australian Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis McLaren Vale grown fruit is fermented wild in clay amphora, settled, then aged in amphora for a further nine months. Brad also makes the addition of 15% Nero d'Avola for an extra bit of pep and funk turning this often maligned variety into something pretty unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not just creatively put together, it's also undeniably delicious. It's quite exciting to see Merlot so perfumed, so energetic and so more-ish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly 200 cases made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-dashlane-frameid=\"6787\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5ML27VAOr3I?si=92H7xQMw9vfZRILR\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-brash-higgins-mrlo-merlot\" title=\"2021 Brash Higgins MRLO Merlot\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41092159340587,"sku":"Mid-Weight Marvels Reds Pack","price":179.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Mid-WeightMarvelsRedsPack.webp?v=1735870710"},{"product_id":"pardon-my-french-reds-pack","title":"Pardon my French Reds Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscovering good quality, inexpensive \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/french-red-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrench red wine\u003c\/a\u003e on Australian shores is not exactly easy these days but we've done the work for you in this wonderful little mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for everyday sipping or casual gatherings you'll find the elegance of French viticulture without breaking the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Laurent Chardigny Bourgogne Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Domaine la Remejeanne Cotes du Rhone Un Air de Remejeanne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Thierry Germain Cep by Cep Anjou Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Vieux Naudin Bordeaux Superieur Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Clos la Coutale Cahors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages is one of the best value entry-level Beaujolais on the Australian market. Crafted from 100% Gamay sourced from 50-year-old vines, this wine delivers everything you want in a fresh, light-bodied red—bright fruit, natural freshness, and incredible drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, bright notes of cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate leap from the glass, while the palate reveals a juicy core supported by crisp acidity and fine tannins. It’s light, crunchy, and wonderfully refreshing, perfect for enjoying with a slight chill. The granite soils and hand-harvested grapes lend a touch of complexity, making this a seriously fun yet refined wine that’s a joy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re looking for a great companion to your next picnic or a versatile red to pair with grilled chicken or salads, this Beaujolais-Villages is our go-to. Delightfully smashable, it’s proof that quality Beaujolais doesn’t have to break the bank!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-dominique-piron-beaujolais-villages\" title=\"2023 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Laurent Chardigny Bourgogne Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAffordable red Burgundy might sound like a dream, but Laurent Chardigny’s 2023 Bourgogne Pinot Noir makes it a reality. Sourced from sustainably farmed parcels in village of Azê in the heart of the Maconnais, this is a light, perfumed Pinot that offers superb value with Burgundy on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a fresh and fun-loving Pinot, with classic notes of juicy plum, cherries, and a hint of forest floor and spice. Made with a gentle hand and no oak influence, it’s all about purity and elegance, delivering a true taste of Burgundy without the hefty price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those just dipping into red Burgundy or anyone looking for a beautifully balanced, easy-drinking Pinot Noir that punches well above its weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-laurent-chardigny-bourgogne-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Laurent Chardigny Bourgogne Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Domaine la Remejeanne Cotes du Rhone Un Air de Remejeanne\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a pure, mineral-accented wine that captures the essence of the rugged Sabran landscape in the southern Rhone? Meet Un Air Côtes du Rhône, a beautifully crafted Grenache Syrah blend from Olivier Klein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis certified organic wine is made from 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah, sourced from the estate’s highland, sandy limestone vineyards around the hamlet of Sabran. The fruit is handpicked, sorted, and mostly destemmed before undergoing a natural ferment and a five-day cold soak. Maturation happens in concrete tanks for seven to eight months, ensuring no oak interference. The wine is unfined and lightly filtered before bottling, preserving its natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUn Air Côtes du Rhône is full of bright red fruit, jumping out of the glass with scents of just-picked raspberries, cherries, and a bouquet of lavender, sage, thyme, and violet. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied and fine, with a rocky, dusty feel and a gentle caress of tannins that enhance its crunchy-fruited drinkability. This is a cool-climate Rhone at its best—supple, fragrant, and bursting with energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-domaine-la-remejeanne-cotes-du-rhone-un-air-de-remejeanne\" title=\"2022 Domaine la Remejeanne Cotes du Rhone Un Air de Remejeanne\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Thierry Germain Cep by Cep Anjou Rouge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThierry Germain's Cep by Cep label is not only an excellent pun (nothing to do with mushrooms) but is home to a range of great value Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Anjou Rouge is his buoyant, early-drinking expression of Franc. It's built for freshness, easy accessibility and bald-faced enjoyment as a young wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're just dipping your toe in the Loire Valley pool, this is the perfect place to discover the charms of well-handled Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-cep-by-cep-anjou-rouge\" title=\"2022 Thierry Germain Cep by Cep Anjou Rouge\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Vieux Naudin Bordeaux Superieur Rouge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinding a well-priced Bordeaux can be like spotting a needle in a haystack, but this cracker from Vieux Naudin fits the bill perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s made of predominantly Merlot, which is typical of the Saint Michel de Fronsac area, and it’s perfect for your next cheeky mid-weekly when want something that feels a little special but doesn’t break the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a well crafted, ripe wine ready to warm your heart with it’s easy-drinking approachability. Sante!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-vieux-naudin-bordeaux-superieur-rouge\" title=\"2021 Vieux Naudin Bordeaux Superieur Rouge\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Clos la Coutale Cahors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis little Malbec\/ Merlot blend from the Cahors region is a full-bodied-red lover's dream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a wine that really packs a punch. The robust plums, licorice and earthiness that this wine shows year in, year out, is a testament to the great vineyards and six generations of winemaking knowledge that's been passed down at Clos La Coutale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt delivers loads of flavour for the bucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's hands down one of the best value French imports that we've come across - the perfect BBQ wine or mid-week quaffer. It's a six-pack buy, no doubt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-clos-la-coutale-cahors\" title=\"2021 Clos la Coutale Cahors\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41112047583275,"sku":"Pardon my French Reds Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/PardonmyFrenchRedsPack_1_207f59ed-f433-4b14-8bcc-3366755f4b0a.webp?v=1736485036"},{"product_id":"icons-of-pinot-noir-pack","title":"Icons of Pinot Noir Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Tolpuddle Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Bass Phillip Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bindi Original Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 By Farr Sangreal Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Serrat Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Tolpuddle Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tolpuddle Pinot Noir hails from one of the most talked about vineyards in Tasmania.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has some of the country's keenest wine-minds as its custodians, including Michael Hill Smith MW and Martin Shaw, winemaking guru Adam Wadewitz and Ray Guerin, one of Australia's most respected viticulturists. With an all-star team and a plot of dirt this good, this is rapidly becoming one of Tasmania's most talked about and iconic Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a true Pinot lover then this wine simply demands a place in your cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Impressively deep, rich purple-red color, unusual in Australian pinot noir. The bouquet is loaded with black cherry, blackberry, and spice aromas, a hint of smoky oak adding charcuterie and five-spice nuances, while the palate is voluptuously full and rich, decadently flavored, with luxurious flesh and fruit, abundant fine\/soft tannins, and terrific length. There are some whole-bunch nuances which are beautifully incorporated into the wide array of flavors. A totally convincing and thoroughly impressive Aussie pinot noir to compare with the best in the world.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Tolpuddle has firmly cemented its position at the pointy end of the Tasmanian pinot noir pyramid, consistently producing knockout wines that have become a benchmark for the region. Nothing changes with the 2022 release... Textural and elegant yet with an undercurrent of latent power and intensity, a tight tannin frame, and a long finish that shows balance and poise. Just wonderful stuff.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (The Halliday Wine Companion)\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Tolpuddle Vineyard Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-tolpuddle-vineyard-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Bass Phillip Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe remarkable Bass Phillip Pinot Noirs are the benchmark for Gippsland Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phenomenal concentration achieved by Phillip Jones comes from the ground up. Biodynamic farming and extreme attention to detail in the vineyard yielding fruit undeniably of a world class standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Estate Pinot Noir sets the tone for the vintage, coming from the original close-planted estate vineyard. Juicy and sweet-fruited with plenty of spice, and a lick of gentle tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's great structure and texture here and a long life ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An elegant style, almost gentle with every element from fruit and acidity to tannins neatly in place. It’s a complete wine. Red cherry accents, rose petals, charred radicchio and a host of spices for good measure. It continues to unfurl beautifully in the glass. As seamless as it gets thanks to superfine tannins and a powder puff of acidity.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Medium full ruby with a tinge of purple; the aromas are of red fruits, the profile lean and elegant, with bountiful drying tannins, and touches of foresty pinot mystery. The wine is lean and drying on the aftertaste. Nice elegant wine, worth a little cellaring also.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 Bass Phillip Estate Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-bass-phillip-estate-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bindi Original Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBindi has become one of the Macedon Ranges' most iconic wineries since it's first plantings took root in 1988.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bindi Original Vineyard Pinot Noir is sourced exclusively from the '88 plantings. It's a wine of intensity and savoury structure, the long ripening time in the region giving the fruit an immense depth of flavour and silky texture which has been captured beautifully in the bottle by winemaker Michael Dhillon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt unfurls beautifully in the glass to reveal a kaleidoscope of Pinot Noir flavours, from dusty, earthen tones, to sweet red fruit. It's one of the region's and the country's finest Pinot Noirs, no doubt about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Bindi Original Vineyard Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bindi-original-vineyard-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion's Winery of the Year!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Giant Steps, right now, breathes rare air. It’s been an outstanding winery for a long time, but the combination of energy and expertise – and no doubt plenty more besides – that winemaker Melanie Chester has brought since she arrived at the winery in November 2021 has frankly been breathtaking... In short, it’s a thrilling range to drink from.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing, for the second year in a row, the James Halliday Wine Companion's Pinot Noir of the Year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Giant Steps Applejack Pinot Noir comes from the cooler climes of Gladysdale, perched on an east-facing slope in the upper reaches of the region, and is celebrated as one of the benchmark Pinot Noirs of the region. The Applejack Vineyard, planted by the renowned viticulturist Ray Guerin in 1997, benefits from its high elevation and distinctive basalt soil, giving the wine its remarkable complexity and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2023 vintage was a challenging one, marked by a cool spring and mild conditions, leading to one of the latest harvests on record. Hand-picked and crafted with precision, this wine incorporates 40% whole bunch fermentation, with the remainder fermented in small oak fermenters and stainless-steel vats. It spends ten months in French oak, 20% of which is new, allowing it to develop a depth of flavour and seamless tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe result is a Pinot Noir that enchants the senses with its aromatic bouquet of wild strawberries, dark cherries, and spices, all interwoven with a hint of floral notes. On the palate, it is densely packed with fruit, yet remains elegantly light and vibrant, showcasing a perfect harmony of sweet fruit and savoury earthiness. Layers of spice and a whisper of woodsmoke add to its allure - it really is the complete Pinot package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love Pinot Noir, do not hesitate over this outstanding release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points, Pinot Noir of the Year \u0026amp; Top 100 Wines of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"2022 was a hard act to follow, but this superb wine gives it a shake. Exotic, aromatic and pure with its bouquet of wild strawberries, dark cherries, quince, spices and flowers. Densley packed, this saturates the palate, but, as always, it's light on its feet at the same time. Seamless tannins round out another benchmark for what's already a benchmark wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"GIANT 1% Strides, Climbing BASTARD Hills and… Wine Dogs(?!) with Mel Chester of Giant Steps Wines\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pBayFm3GNKc\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-giant-steps-applejack-vineyard-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 By Farr Sangreal Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSangreal is the oldest of the By Farr Pinot Noir vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single vineyard wine from this special site the most perfumed and delicate of the By Farr releases each year. The different soil profile and North-South aspect of the plantings bring intense perfume and 'prettiness' to the fruit each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA finer-boned Pinot Noir than perhaps the Geelong region is famous for, this wine has been loved by collectors for many years. This year sees an excellent release of this iconic wine. It's a pure, ethereal expression of the vineyard: rosy, perfumed and delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne that will reward the patient for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s a gorgeous wine, in short. It has variation, length and line, within a controlled context.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A pinot of succulence and deliciousness.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 By Farr Sangreal Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-by-farr-sangreal-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Serrat Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecognised as one of the country's leading producers of cool climate wines for the work he's done under the banner of Yabby Lake in Mornington Peninsula, Tom Carson's personal label with his wife Nadège Sune became an overnight success story when they took home James Halliday's Wine of the Year for their 2014 Shiraz Viognier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then, their wines have become as rare as hen's teeth. Their limited single-vineyard offerings are now hunted by collectors and quickly squirrelled away by those on the mailing list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are small-batch handcrafted wines that channel a sense of place. Never available for long, the Serrat wines are some of the finest of the modern Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A mix of MV6 and Pommard clones; 25% whole bunches, natural-yeast ferment, 12 days on skins. Matured in 500L French oak casks (33% new). A deep-ish bright crimson. Darkly fruited with black raspberries, cherry skins, crushed violets, sandalwood and fennel seeds. You barely notice the whole bunches. The subtly creamy and detailed palate gets better the longer it sits in the glass, and I love how this wine is built to age yet still drinking well in its youth.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Serrat Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-serrat-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41151873941547,"sku":"Icons of Pinot Noir Pack","price":649.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/IconsofPinotNoirPacks.png?v=1743556636"},{"product_id":"icons-of-cabernet-pack","title":"Icons of Cabernet Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eCabernet is one of the great noble grapes of the world. We excel in Cabernet in Australia in three primary regions: the Yarra Valley, Margaret River \u0026amp; Coonawarra. These six wines hail from these regions and are arguably the most collectable of each of their respective homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuge reviews, limited availability and six iconic names, this is a pre-made cellar of the country's finest Cabernets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Mount Mary Quintet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Yeringberg Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Wantirna Estate Amelia Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Grosset Gaia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Cullen Diana Madeline\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Mount Mary Quintet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iconic Mount Mary Quintet is one of the jewels of the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2023 release is another benchmark for the Middleton family, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, all grown side by side on their historic vineyard in Lilydale. Despite a cool and low-yielding season, the fruit reached perfect balance, producing a wine of focus, precision and quiet power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is medium-bodied and composed, showing layers of blackcurrant, cherry, and red plum, lifted by violet, cedar and bay leaf. The tannins are fine and long, seamlessly integrated into the wine’s elegant frame. It’s not about weight - it’s about shape, texture and persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Sam Middleton has once again delivered a Quintet that’s both immediately captivating and destined to evolve beautifully for decades. If you know this wine, you know what to expect - purity, poise, and the kind of effortless balance that only comes from a truly great site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink now with time in a decanter, or watch it unfurl gracefully over the next 30 years. A modern Australian masterpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This Bordeaux blend with New World freshness is built for the ages, yet offers plenty of early drinking appeal. What a wine\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Always great, now better than ever, this 2023 is one of the best Australian wines of the century so far. \"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (Top 100 Wines of 2025)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-mount-mary-quintet\" title=\"2023 Mount Mary Quintet\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Yeringberg Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the flagship of the iconic Yeringberg estate, and in 2023 it is a masterclass in the \"sculpted yet relaxed\" style that Sandra and David de Pury have perfected. Following a season defined by slow ripening and mild conditions, this is a wine of easy harmony rather than brute force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend is 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by Merlot (13%), Cabernet Franc (12%), Malbec (8%), and Petit Verdot (6%). The fruit was fully destemmed and fermented in small open-top fermenters with hand-plunging, before spending 21 months in French oak barriques (40% new).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a beautiful wine, as usual, from Sandra. On the nose, it is plush and inviting, offering classic Yeringberg aromas of blackcurrant and violet mingled with lifted notes of black olive, graphite, and cedar. The palate is fine, supple, and perfumed, showing serious depth without heaviness. Structure but softness too here, framed by a delicate line of refreshing acidity that promises a long life ahead. It is approachable now, but will evolve beautifully over the next couple of decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A wonderfully complex and perfumed bouquetit will provide an enormous amount of enjoyment over the next 10–15 years.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A soft, bright wine from a cool vintage that is constructed with a soft hand.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-yeringberg-cabernets\" title=\"2023 Yeringberg Cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Wantirna Estate Amelia Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Amelia is a classic Wantirna blend, led by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a small amount of Petit Verdot. Much of the fruit comes from vines planted in 1963, with Petit Verdot added from a 1989 block. The old vines are dry-grown, their roots reaching deep into clay soils for moisture - a key to the wine’s depth and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage sits around 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot. It was aged in French oak and bottled after careful blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine shows blackcurrant and red plum fruit, with notes of tobacco leaf, violet and gentle spice. The tannins are fine and even, supported by bright acidity that gives freshness through the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s approachable now but built to age gracefully for at least fifteen years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A diaphanous sheath of fruit deftly draped over a compact and composed framework. Lovely fine acid line and microfine tannins that sit effortlessly in the wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It's just as enticing on the perfectly pitched, medium bodied, elegant and very persistent palate. Everything is in place for a long and productive life!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-wantirna-estate-amelia-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot\" title=\"2023 Wantirna Estate Amelia Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoss Wood is a pillar of Australian wine, and the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is a monumental release. This marks the 50th anniversary of the estate’s first vintage, and the buzz surrounding it is significant; it’s being hailed as one of the finest iterations in the wine’s storied half-century history. Sourced entirely from the original, unirrigated Wilyabrup vineyard, this is one of the definitive expressions of Margaret Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 season offered a gift to the Mugford family: a long, cool, and perfectly steady ripening period. This allowed the fruit to reach total tannin and flavour maturity without the stress of extreme heat. The result is a wine of incredible poise and aromatic detail. Winemaking remains strictly traditional, with 18 months in French oak (15% new) serving only to frame the exceptional fruit rather than mask it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a wine of incredible poise and aromatic detail. The great Cabernets of Moss Wood have a gravitas to them; they have balance and finesse and are world-class at their best. The 2023 is destined to be one of the greats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it has the generosity to be enjoyed now, this is an epic Moss Wood built for a 40-year evolution. It is, quite simply, a legendary release of a legendary wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I’ve been waiting for this wine to be released for some time. I had great expectation that this wonderful vineyard from this exceptional vintage would produce something equally exceptional. Well, guess what? It has. This is such a beautiful example of what Moss Wood Cabernet is all about... This is simply stunning. I do not believe there has been a better Moss Wood.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ray Jordan (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"No doubt many winelovers have been eagerly awaiting this wine, one of the last of Margaret River’s big guns from the stunning 2023 vintage... Balance, length and structure are all world class. A take-me-now-Lord wine if ever there was one. The great 2023 vintage strikes again. Is this the best wine Moss Wood has ever made? It certainly must come very close...\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is extraordinary... This is a wine of elegance, pinpoint balance and precision... This as an Australian classic in the making. Get your hands on it, any way you can.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Angus Hughson (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-moss-wood-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2023 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Grosset Gaia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJeffrey Grosset’s Gaia vineyard is one of the most dramatic sites in the Clare Valley - perched at 560 metres, rugged, rocky, and consistently delivering some of the most refined Cabernet in the country. Since its first release in the 1980s, Gaia has stood as Grosset’s vision of what Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc can achieve at altitude: elegant, structured, and built for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage is already being spoken of as one of the great Gaias. Yields were down, but what was picked has extraordinary concentration. The blend - around 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc - spent 18 months in French oak barriques (45% new), emerging with a compact core of cassis, redcurrant and black cherry, lifted by violet, cedar, and graphite. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied but unrelenting, with fine, mineral tannins and a cool, slate-like freshness that sets Gaia apart from more opulent Australian Cabernets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritics are unanimous. Tyson Stelzer (98 points) praised its “powder-fine tannin structure” and monumental longevity, while Huon Hooke (96 points) highlighted its elegance and fine, powdery tannins. Winsor Dobbin (97 points) called it “a ballerina dancing across your tongue,” while James Suckling (96 points) noted its depth, energy and integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Cabernet blend that can be enjoyed young for its precision and vibrancy but will also reward decades in the cellar. With just 400 dozen made, the 2023 Gaia is one of Grosset’s most compelling releases yet - a benchmark for South Australian Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The cool, low-yielding 2023 harvest has presented Grosset's lofty, exposed Gaia vineyard in particularly captivating and dramatic detail!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tyson Stelzer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-grosset-gaia\" title=\"2023 Grosset Gaia\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Cullen Diana Madeline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diana Madeline is one of the true icon wines of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by one of the most renowned wineries in Margaret River, the Diana Madeline represents the pinnacle of Australian viticultural and winemaking prowess and is unsurprisingly one of the top 5 most collectable wines in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elite blend of Bordeaux varieties is farmed with an almost militant adherence to the principles of biodynamic farming. Owner\/winemaker Vanya Cullen is one of the most outspoken advocates of the benefits of these practices in the industry and her results speak for themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are a collector of Australia's best Cabernet blends, the Diana Madeline is a wine you need in your cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A classic vintage; up there with the best.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Andrew Caillard MW (The Vintage Journal)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Put bluntly, this is perhaps the finest young Australian Cabernet I can recall seeing. It is simply brilliant...\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Is this the finest and best Diana Madeline made to date? Perhaps!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (Robert Parker Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-cullen-diana-madeline\" title=\"2023 Cullen Diana Madeline\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41158991708203,"sku":"Icons of Cabernet Pack","price":799.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/IconsofCabernetPack.webp?v=1778466319"},{"product_id":"icons-of-riesling-pack","title":"Icons of Riesling Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're a Riesling lover, this mixed pack is your dream come true. From the legendary 2023 Grosset Polish Hill to the ultra-rare Margret Pooley Riesling from Tasmania, each bottle showcases Australia's finest expressions of this noble grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a Riesling journey through the lens of six iconic producers — perfect for your cellar or immediate indulgence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Grosset Polish Hill Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2017 Crawford River Museum Release Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Frankland Estate Isolation Ridge Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Helm Premium Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Rieslingfreak No. 10 Zenit Pinnacle Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Pooley Margaret Pooley Tribute Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Grosset Polish Hill Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grosset Polish Hill Riesling is one of the finest in the country. For many years it has been a benchmark wine for the Clare Valley. A definitive yardstick from which to measure the region's Riesling style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is characterised by pristine purity, intensity of flavour, and phenomenal longevity. It's a wine that could only come from this famous site and the hands of Jeffrey Grosset, one of Australia's finest winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Polish Hill sits at the apex of Australia's greatest Rieslings. If you seek Australia's finest, the Polish Hill is a wine you must have in your cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points \u0026amp; 2023 Halliday Top 100 \u003c\/strong\u003e- \u003cbr\u003e\"The cool, late vintage and reduced yield come together in a glorious riesling that is so delicious now...\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Grosset’s Polish Hill is renowned for its reserve, particularly on release, but this rendition has both its quality and its fruit intensity sitting front and centre. It’s a wine of great beauty.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 96 pts, Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"An outstanding release of this vaunted wine... One for the ages here.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 96 pts, Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-grosset-polish-hill-riesling\" title=\"2023 Grosset Polish Hill Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2017 Crawford River Museum Release Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of those wines that every Riesling lover needs to try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes from the iconic Crawford River winery with Belinda Thomson now crafting some of the finest Rieslings in the land from here family estate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the wine they are best known for, and the 42nd release is outstanding as evidenced by it's 96 point score from the Halliday Wine Companion and 95+ from The Wine Front's Mike Bennie. A wine renowned for it's blistering intensity and incredible longevity, this is simply a must try for any Riesling fan!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA benchmark for Australian Riesling, to be sure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Wow this is good. There's a lot of very good riesling around but the details here are so punchy and so vivid; it just has that extra something. Lime, slate and spice flavours but it's the palate intensity and power through the finish which sets it apart.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2017-crawford-river-riesling\" title=\"2017 Crawford River Museum Release Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Frankland Estate Isolation Ridge Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a fan of Australian Riesling, then Frankland Estate's Isolation Ridge release just has to be in your cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine really paints the picture of what Hunter Smith and the Frankland Estate team believe Great Southern Riesling should taste like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are organically-grown, single vineyard wines of startling purity and intensity. Absolutely top of the Riesling tree in Aus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Frankland Estate wines are truly one of the country's premier Rieslings. Try them while you can!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One of the great rieslings of Australia. This is textural as much as pure, with lime blossom, ginger flower and a touch of beeswax. Flavours of Bickford's lime cordial, lemon curd, mandarin and zest caress the palate; the talcy-fine acidity is lipsmacking.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"By any measure – aroma, flavour, structure, length and complexity – this is a stunning Riesling.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jeni Port (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A wine of balletic balance with a\u003cbr\u003epiercing acid line of jaw dropping intensity and drive. A masterclass in coiled tension, restrained power and the beauty of Frankland River riesling.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One of the very best Isolation Ridge rieslings produced... Has a crunchy vibrant minerality on the finish. Exceptional wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ray Jordan (WinePilot.com)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-frankland-estate-isolation-ridge-riesling\" title=\"2023 Frankland Estate Isolation Ridge Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Helm Premium Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt would be difficult to overstate just how important the \"Ken Helm effect\" has been on the Canberra wine scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of the region's pioneering winemakers, much of the current plethora of extraordinary wines being produced in the area can trace their heritage back to this man. We have a lot to thank him for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the top of the Helm Riesling totem pole. His Queen of Queens. The most intense, most luxurious, most earth-shattering example of his pet variety that he can muster - and it's only released if the vintage is just right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the country's most elite white wines, something that deserves some time in a cool dark place to really hit its straps. Having said that if you like young, powerhouse Riesling this will reward the patient and impatient alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-helm-premium-riesling\" title=\"2023 Helm Premium Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Rieslingfreak No. 10 Zenit Pinnacle Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Zenit (German for 'Zenith') is a 'super Riesling' of sorts - which combines the best bits of fruit from both the Eden Valley and Clare Valley that John Hughes gets access to each vintage, and puts the quality on show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is precious little of this wine available. Dry, tightly wound, immaculately balanced and meant to be a standard bearer for all South Australian Rieslings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt will live forever in the cellar yet has the fruit depth and flavour intensity to be excellent right now. This is John's finest classic Riesling release each year and is not to be missed, but you better swoop quick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Number 10 is the ultimate regional blend. The riesling best represents the vintage. This vintage it’s a blend of 65% Flaxman in Eden and 35% old vines from White Hutt, Clare Valley. These vines are around 64 years old. There is plenty of discussion to get this wine just right, agonising over a 1% here and there is not uncommon. So it’s always a wine that deserves some appreciation. Lemon balm, makrut lime leaf, grated ginger and fennel seed. White nectarine crabapple and frangipani blooms. It is equally perfumed and lofty as it is direct in focused palate weight. It’s impossible not to enjoy and will please any white wine drinker on the planet. Drink with crusty bread and ham sliced off the bone.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-rieslingfreak-no-10-zenit-pinnacle-riesling\" title=\"2024 Rieslingfreak No. 10 Zenit Pinnacle Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Pooley Margaret Pooley Tribute Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Margaret Pooley Tribute Riesling is a reserve wine made only in exceptional years from the original Pooley Riesling plantings established in 1985.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Anna Pooley's most explosive and concentrated Riesling release. Built with cellaring in mind, this is an intensely flavoured, tightly structured wine that is going to reward patience in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the benchmark Rieslings in Tasmania, whenever Anna deems this high enough quality to be a stand alone release, enthusiasts should jump on it. This Riesling is a cut above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The focus and minerally clarity are something else as are the penetrating citrus flavours and vivid, stony cadence as it sets off across the palate. It's all about tension, resolution and grace. A good cellaring prospect if you have the patience.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A very reserved, slow-aging style of riesling that needs more time and will richly reward extended cellaring. The balance is dry; the intent super-serious.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-pooley-margaret-pooley-tribute-riesling\" title=\"2022 Pooley Margaret Pooley Tribute Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41158992068651,"sku":"Icons of Riesling Pack","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/IconsofRieslingPack.png?v=1724812795"},{"product_id":"icons-of-grenache-pack-1","title":"Icons of Grenache Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSouth Australian Grenache may prove to be our most important red wine style over the coming years, and these are the producers who are leading the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a selection of the finest Grenache wines in Australia from six masters of the variety. Three wines from McLaren Vale, three from the Barossa - this is a benchmark set of wines perfect for any collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2017 Cirillo 1850 Ancestor Vine Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 S.C. Pannell Smart Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2018 Vanguardist Rende Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Yangarra Ovitelli Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2020 Head Ancestor Vine Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Aphelion Rapture Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2017 Cirillo 1850 Ancestor Vine Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis ancient Grenache block is one of the viticultural gems of Australia. Gnarled old bush vines planted in 1850, and arguably the oldest continuously producing Grenache vines in the world. The things they've seen from their low, sandy vantage point. It boggles the mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarco Cirillo says he has learnt he could pick a little earlier, look for more freshness, and still keep the weight and power that comes from 160+ year-old vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a special wine, no doubt about it. A rarity in all the world to have a wine made from vines this old. A great year for this great site and Marco in career best form. It's a winning combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"The 2017 is beautifully textured and weighted, and despite quite serious underlying power, it remains light on its feet... It's a world beater with killer length and the best 1850 yet from Cirillo.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Angus Hughson (Vinous)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"This is exceptional...Wonderful length. Compelling freshness. This will make fine old bones.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin MW (James Suckling)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"It is clear, pure, sensational. I love the tannins. It's sapid and palate staining but so light!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Gkd4P9ywT4o?si=XWlr1jnnAkHq_9K9\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2017 Cirillo 1850 Ancestor Vine Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2017-cirillo-ancestor-vine-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2022 S.C. Pannell Smart Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the much-anticipated follow-up to our 2023 DD Wine of the Year, and it's another absolute beauty! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Smart Vineyard Grenache comes from the high-altitude Clarendon region of McLaren Vale and was established by the iconic McLaren Vale grape-growing figure Bernie Smart. The 67-year-old bush vines grow in 750 million-year-old soils of laminated dark and green siltstone at 230 meters above sea level, giving this wine remarkable depth, complexity and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStephen Pannell’s winemaking approach is all about showcasing the fruit. The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with 20% whole bunches. The wine undergoes regular pump overs in stainless steel before being aged in old French oak vats and puncheons. This minimal intervention allows the wine to reflect its unique terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's full of cherries, rhubarb, and raspberry, with nutty aromas and hints of red licorice and caramelized sugar. The palate is strong and vibrant, with a tannic structure that’s bold yet refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a firmer and more structured beast in 2022, but yet another outstanding release of one of our favourite Australian wines.  Get some while you can!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From a wonderful old-vine site in Clarendon that stretches the possibilities of grenache. Wonderful stuff built for the cellar.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 S.C. Pannell Smart Vineyard Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-s-c-pannell-smart-vineyard-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2018 Vanguardist Rende Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSingle vineyard Grenache from Blewitt Springs in McLaren Vale from the outstanding 2018 vintage, that is at both cellarworthy and powerful, and delicate and weightless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 97 Point Wine Front review sums the wine up beautifully - it's an ethereal McLaren Vale Grenache, which is a sentence no-one could have written twenty years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery limited stock, as you can imagine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"First and foremost, it's a wine that's defined by its ultra-mineral quality and quartz-like tannin. In with that, you have ripe red berries, seductive potpourri perfume, peanuts, a little biscuit and baking spice, along with some sage and aniseed. It's medium-bodied, fresh, but firm and packed with stony\/chalky tannin, ample fruit, though nothing sweet or overt. Finish is long, dry and firm, almost a Barolo-like quality to it (which is no bad thing, of course). It feels like a long-term wine, and should probably be left alone for a year or two, at least. I'd say it's a benchmark for Grenache.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2018 Vanguardist Rende Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2018-vanguardist-rende-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2022 Yangarra Ovitelli Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Red fruit, dried flowers (including chamomile), aniseed and mint, tamarind, almond meal and fresh rhubarb, cranberry flavour and acidity... Such a fine and distinctive wine.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Grenache of remarkable purity and energy here from the team at Yangarra, and simply put one of our favourite Australian wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create the Ovitelli Grenache, a selection of the best fruit from the old Grenache vines that populate the 80-year-old Yangarra vineyard is carefully berry sorted, then sent to ceramic egg to ferment naturally and left to rest on skins for 170 days thereafter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an ethereal Grenache, a nervy and tightly coiled rendition of the variety, which speaks eloquently and beautifully of its home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a truly wonderful example of McLaren Vale Grenache, which is stunning now but will also evolve gracefully with time in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GMkwBvMIplE?si=YqCB304GGMrpJTou\" 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\u003ca title=\"2022 Yangarra Ovitelli Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yangarra-ovitelli-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2020 Head Ancestor Vine Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this Ancestor Vine Grenache, you can see Alex Head's winemaking passion and philosophy distilled into a single bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom an ancient vineyard in Springton in the Eden Valley, these warhorse vines planted in 1858 yield fruit of dazzling concentration and complexity. In the hands of Alex, the fruit sings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe attention to detail here is the thing that sets it apart. The fruit is delicately handled every step of the way. From hand picking to manual plunging and pigeage (foot stomping) twice a day, every effort is made to extract the maximum potency of flavour from these grapes. The aim here is clear, Alex says, \u003cem\u003e\"Made with complete respect to the fruit and aiming above the great CNDP (Châteauneuf-du-Pape) in terms of quality and longevity.\"\u003c\/em\u003e He's aiming high and he is nailing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake no mistake, this wine is a leading light in the Australian Grenache revolution. An ambitious project that has come to fruition. This is a wine not to be missed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Just beautiful drinking: a wine that is very composed and comfortable in its own skin. Savoury and fine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The silken texture is a highlight. A delicious grenache.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"Fine-grained silky tannin, and a long fresh finish, maybe a little blood orange in the aftertaste, It’s very stylish and composed. Excellent.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2020 Head Ancestor Vine Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2020-head-ancestor-vine-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2022 Aphelion Rapture Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an elite example of McLaren Vale Grenache from Rob Mack and the Aphelion team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's only released in years when the quality of fruit is just right, to craft the best of the best in their fleet of delicious Grenache offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine that will develop well with some time in a quiet, dark place. This is the apex predator in the Aphelion range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly 40 dozen made... get in quick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Cherry, raspberry, Earl Grey tea, fresh herbs, spicy biscuits. It’s a bit more squishy in the red fruit department than some of the other wines from 2022, kind of poached strawberry and spice, fresh mint, dusty and gently grainy tannin grip, orange zest topped friand, a fair bit of mouth-perfume, and a succulent yet quietly ferrous finish of excellent length. In terms of overall balance, maybe the best of the 2022 releases,  though maybe less individual in personality? Still, it’s really impressive and very good.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Aphelion Rapture Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-aphelion-rapture-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41158994100267,"sku":"Icons of Grenache Pack","price":599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/IconsofGrenache.png?v=1730865959"},{"product_id":"piedmont-paradiso-pack","title":"Piedmont Paradiso Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Piedmont Paradiso Pack is all about giving you a taste of what makes Piedmont so special—the wines here are complex, delicious, and dripping with character. From Nebbiolo's graceful elegance to the easy charm of Dolcetto and the creative energy of a blend like Praeter Vino Rosso, there’s something here for every kind of wine lover. So grab this pack, settle in, and let Piedmont transport you and start exploring Italy from your very own kitchen!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Gioso Langhe Nebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Ruggeri Corsini Dolcetto d'Alba\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Alberto Oggero Sandro d'Pindeta Nebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2020 Praeter Vino Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2020 Podere ai Valloni Rosso Sass Russ Colline Novaresi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2019 Maretti Barolo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Gioso Langhe Nebbiolo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for top-tier Nebbiolo that won’t send your wallet into shock? The 2021 Gioso Langhe Nebbiolo might just be the best value Nebbiolo you’ll find on the shelves right now. Sourced from Barolo’s prestigious communes—Barolo, La Morra, Castiglione Falletto—this wine offers serious pedigree without the hefty price tag. Crafted by the talented team at Sordo, it’s got complexity, texture, and a balance that can easily rival the big names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen first poured, it’s not going to shout from the rooftops with bold colour or bombastic aromas. But give it some time and some air, and this Nebbiolo slowly unwinds into something special for the dollars asked. 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. Blown away.\" - Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-gioso-langhe-nebbiolo\" title=\"2021 Gioso Langhe Nebbiolo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Ruggeri Corsini Dolcetto d'Alba\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Ruggeri Corsini Dolcetto d'Alba comes from the heart of the Langhe, crafted by the passionate husband-and-wife team Loredana Addari and Nicola Argamante. Since leaving their city lives behind in 1994 to pursue their dream, they’ve been producing soulful, terroir-driven wines from their small, family-run estate in Monforte d’Alba—a village steeped in history and nestled within the vineyard landscapes of the Piedmont UNESCO World Heritage Site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Dolcetto d’Alba offers a lively, bright expression of the variety, with vibrant notes of red cherries, wild berries, and a hint of spice. Aged to retain its fresh, juicy character, the wine delivers a smooth, supple texture and just enough tannic grip to keep it structured without being overly heavy. With balanced acidity and an alcohol content of 14.3%, it’s a perfect example of Dolcetto’s easygoing charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re pairing it with pizza, pasta, or enjoying it on its own, this wine captures the essence of Piedmont: approachable, food-friendly, and full of character. Ready to drink now, the 2021 Ruggeri Corsini Dolcetto d'Alba is a delightful representation of the passion and expertise that Loredana and Nicola bring to every bottle, making their dream a delicious reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"All Monforte fruit here from a special vintage. The vines lay between 430-480m in Monforte. Ruggeri Corsini take their Dolcetto production very seriously \u0026amp; have great pride in its release each year. And whilst the job of Dolcetto is to drink with gusto (rather than admire like Nebbiolo), this is another very complex \u0026amp; impressive release. Raised only in stainless steel this is all about the fruit – and terrifically pure fruit at that.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Decanter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-ruggeri-corsini-dolcetto-dalba\" title=\"2021 Ruggeri Corsini Dolcetto d'Alba\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Alberto Oggero Sandro d'Pindeta Nebbiolo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Sandro d'Pindeta is Alberto Oggero’s tribute to his grandfather—a Nebbiolo that’s all about freshness, energy and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Alberto’s sandiest plot in Santo Stefano Roero, this Nebbiolo captures the essence of Roero’s unique terroir. The grapes were hand-picked from 25-year-old vines, with fermentation using indigenous yeasts in concrete tanks—no oak, no fuss. Just eight days on skins for a perfect blend of fruity brightness and earthy elegance. It’s bottled unfined and unfiltered, bringing you as close to the vineyard as you can get.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it’s all about purity—light-footed yet expressive, bursting with red berry energy and that signature Nebbiolo nerve. Sandro d'Pindeta is as much about storytelling as it is about flavour: it reflects Roero’s sandy soils, Alberto’s family heritage, and the modern spirit of the region’s rising stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe it slightly cool, and you’ll find it works a treat with anything from a simple pasta to chargrilled lamb. A flat-out delicious Nebbiolo with soul, without the hefty Barolo price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-alberto-oggero-sandro-dpindeta-nebbiolo\" title=\"2022 Alberto Oggero Sandro d'Pindeta Nebbiolo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2020 Praeter Vino Rosso\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatt Large’s (formerly of Shaw + Smith) 2020 Praeter Vino Rosso isn’t your typical Italian \"Vino Rosso\"—it’s a powerful blend of tradition, creativity, and a deep respect for the Langhe region. Crafted from Figli Luigi Oddero’s vineyards in La Morra, this field blend of Syrah, Petit Verdot, and Nebbiolo showcases Matt’s talent for blending international flair with true Piemontese character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Syrah brings an earthy spice, the Petit Verdot adds depth with its dense fruit and violet aromatics, and Nebbiolo provides acidity and an elegant lift to the back palate. It’s all co-fermented in two parts: earlier-picked Syrah and Nebbiolo, with 20% whole bunch for brightness, and a richer co-ferment of Petit Verdot and later-picked Nebbiolo. The separate parcels spent 14 months ageing in seasoned barriques before blending—a process that reveals a perfect marriage of each varietal’s strengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt smells of red cherries, red currants, leather, and earthy spices. The palate has muscular tannins balanced by juicy red currant and ripe cherry, with a savoury edge of fresh herbs and subtle leather. Succulent but structured, this is a wine that embraces both complexity and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade with an artisan’s touch, the 2020 Praeter Vino Rosso is Matt Large’s homage to both his Italian mentors and his own adventurous spirit. It’s a wine that embodies both tradition and exploration—made for those who love a good story in their glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2020-praeter-vino-rosso\" title=\"2020 Praeter Vino Rosso\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2020 Podere ai Valloni Rosso Sass Russ Colline Novaresi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 Sass Russ is a certified organic red that’s all about pure, unpretentious enjoyment. With a blend of Nebbiolo (50%) and Uva Rara (50%), this light, ruby beauty brings you the best of these two regional heroes in one elegant sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from \"Vigna Cristiana,\" a picturesque vineyard nestled along the historic Traversagna road, where volcanic porphyry soils lend the wine its distinct minerality. This vineyard isn’t just a plot of earth; it’s 3 hectares of pure Italian heritage, cared for with organic farming methods and a deep respect for nature. The 35-year-old vines give low yields but tonnes of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter harvesting, there's some hands-on love with a selective picking of only perfectly ripe grapes. The fermentation, kickstarted with natural yeasts, is a gentle four-day process, followed by six months maturing in stainless steel. It then takes a final chill-out period in the bottle to round off before heading out into the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight, juicy, and perfect for any occasion, especially when chilled a touch for those warmer days. This is tremendous value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Plump red fruits, alpine herbs, dried flowers, a dusting of white pepper and baking spices, plus a little liquorice richness and some earthiness. It’s medium-bodied, offers a good amount of red fruit, but gee it feels cool, fine and ‘minerally’, and it delivers with such a light touch. Tannin is fine with an emery board feel, albeit slightly dusty, and the finish is bright and long. Terrific wine. Such a sense of place, and beautifully made too. It’s just over the line for 95 points.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2020-podere-ai-valloni-rosso-sass-russ-colline-novaresi\" title=\"2020 Podere ai Valloni Rosso Sass Russ Colline Novaresi\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2019 Maretti Barolo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by the winemaker behind the famed wines of Mirafiore and Fontanafredda, the Maretti label has signified exceptional value from Piedmont since it was first imported to Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsurprisingly, given this producer's incredible track record for over-delivering for the price, the Barolo comes in at a very modest price when compared to the rest of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's classically styled, too. A sea of red fruit, licorice, orange peel and fine, dusty tannin that will continue to evolve in bottle for the next decade plus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"If you like Barolo, you’ll like this. It hits all the notes you’d hope for. There’s a gentle raspberried sweetness to the fruit upfront, but it quickly gives way to leather, liquorice, sage and roast beef characters, and it finishes with an excellent etching of fine-grained tannin, the latter of which does not come at the expense of flavour, which continues to push on. This wine really hits the spot. It’s very good, and the value is high.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2019-maretti-barolo\" title=\"2019 Maretti Barolo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41188174463019,"sku":"Piedmont Paradiso Pack","price":279.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/PiedmontParadisoPack.webp?v=1730333310"},{"product_id":"great-orange-wines-of-the-world-pack","title":"Great Orange Wines of the World Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSkin contact white wines, or 'orange' wines, or amber wines - whatever you call them, they can be some of the most pleasurable drinking experiences on the planet. The freshness of white wine, the depth and structure of red wine, the versatility of rose - this wine style has it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mixed pack pits some of the best examples in the world against three hero examples from Australia. These wines are all made in very limited quantities so this pack will sell out in short order. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Ruggabellus Sallio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Ravensworth Seven Months\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Cullen Amber Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Pheasant's Tears Rkatsiteli Tibaani\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Quenard Claude et Fils 1 er Recoltant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Radikon Slatnik\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Ruggabellus Sallio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Ruggabellus Sallio is a masterclass in a bottle for anyone keen to explore the fascinating world of skin contact white wines. Crafted by Abel Gibson, one of Australia’s most respected producers of amber wines, this blend of Riesling, Muscat, and Semillon strikes the perfect balance between complexity and pure drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 offering a beautifully judged blend of Riesling (52%), Muscat (40%), and Semillon (8%). These grapes hail from incredibly old vines, with some believed to date back to the 1850s—lending a rich heritage to this benchmark Barossan wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage is particularly special, made up of three different years: 46% from 2019, 30% from 2021, and 24% from 2022, with a notably higher portion of Muscat. And you can taste it. The wine is bursting with aromatic intensity, delivering a beautiful balance between succulent fruit and savoury, nutty complexity. The few days of skin contact give it that signature texture without weighing it down, making it both refreshing and deeply interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect layers of bright citrus, green apple, a hint of curry powder, and spicy ginger, all carried on a wave of crisp acidity. It’s complex but oh-so-drinkable, with a powdery, almost tactile mouthfeel that keeps you coming back for more. Mike Bennie awarded it a glowing 96 points, calling it \"succulent, refreshing, spicy,\" and genuinely world-class in its style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSallio is the perfect companion for those looking to dive into the world of orange wines or just wanting a fresh, textural white that delivers on all fronts. Extremely limited - get in quick, this won't last long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"So if you want to look at the most considered and best orange wines in the country, well, here you go... This is outstanding in its idiom. Succulent, refreshing. Spicy. Savoury. Nuts and ginger and curry powder and green apple. Refreshing and textural, indeed, powdery in its feel with juiciness and crispness too. Bright fruit, so much savouriness. It feels so well balanced in its elements yet doesn’t shy away from its skin contact largess and nutty, dusty elements too. Superb, with drinkability high, interest through the roof. Just so damn good. You’d put this up against the world greats of the oeuvre and not feel shy. I love drinking it.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-ruggabellus-sallio\" title=\"2022 Ruggabellus Sallio\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Ravensworth Seven Months\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ravensworth Seven Months is one of Bryan Martin's favourite wines to make. Excitingly, this year, the 2022 release is all estate-grown fruit from Bryan's own vineyard in Murrumbateman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classic three-variety blend of Pinot Gris, Riesling, and Gewurztraminer fermented on skins in ceramic egg for seven months (hence the name), with this extended skin contact adding all sorts of colour, texture and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year's might be the best to date, a glorious mouthful of fruit that's slippery, grippy, textural and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bright orange colour in the glass. Inviting. It does good chalky pucker and chomp with refreshing undertows of saline acidity. Amongst that, mandarin, dried citrus peel, pear, dried and fresh, lime and faint lychee. Yes, a fruitiness, prettiness even, but it works in tandem with more nutty savoury notes and the general tang of herbs and skin ferment zing. Attractive drinking in its genre.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-ravensworth-seven-months\" title=\"2022 Ravensworth Seven Months\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Cullen Amber Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanya Cullen, one of Margaret River's pre-eminent winemakers, taking on an amber or 'orange' wine here. How the times are changing in WA!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanya sees this as part of the natural progression of her winemaking exploration. For many years she has produced some of the region's best examples of Sauvignon Blanc\/Semillon blends - in this wine, she explores the affect of extended skin maceration on the Sauvignon Blanc grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs usual, Vanya doesn't do things by halves. The fruit spent up to 9 days on skins in a mixture of amphorae and tank before being pressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe has produced a wonderful expressive orange wine here, full of textural intrigue and exotic aromatics. It's complex, detailed and finely executed - everything you might expect from one of Margaret River's finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-cullen-amber-wine\" title=\"2022 Cullen Amber Wine\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Pheasant's Tears Rkatsiteli Tibaani\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2005 by John Wurdeman and Gela Patalishvili, Pheasant's Tears is dedicated to reviving ancient Georgian winemaking traditions. Their vineyards, near the 6th-century Monastery of St. Stephen, span across several villages, focusing on rare white varietals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Rkatsiteli Tibaani, from the renowned Tibaani vineyard in Kakheti, showcases their mastery. Made from 100% Rkatsiteli grapes, this wine is fermented in traditional qvevri (clay amphora) for six months and aged in oak barrels, a modern evolution of the traditional clay-jar-only winemaking practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis amber-hued wine reveals aromas of fresh citrus, raw honey, and toasted grain. It shows fresh, clean flavours of green apple, apricot, and zesty acidity, balanced by a dry, savoury finish. A great example of the famous orange wines this country is world renowned for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with roasted or grilled pork or poultry, this limited-quantity wine is a must-try for those exploring the unique flavours of Georgia’s winemaking legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-pheasants-tears-rkatsiteli-tibaani\" title=\"2022 Pheasant's Tears Rkatsiteli Tibaani\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Quenard Claude et Fils 1 er Recoltant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Quenard Claude et Fils 1er Récoltant embodies the rugged alpine terroir of Savoie and the dedication of the Quenard family. Domaine de la Gerbelle, originally a Carthusian farm, transformed under Claude Quenard’s leadership in the 1960s to focus on viticulture. In the early 2000s, the next generation transitioned to organic and biodynamic practices, earning certification by 2016. Now, Vincent Quenard leads the domaine, blending tradition with fresh ideas while maintaining their commitment to low-intervention winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Jacquère grown on 30-year-old vines, this wine benefits from Savoie’s unique climate—an alpine setting with Mediterranean influences, ideal for vibrant, complex wines. The grapes undergo a 20-day maceration before fermentation and are aged on fine lees for 12 months to develop depth and texture. The result is a wine that bursts with alpine herbs, citrus, and orchard fruit aromas, offering refreshing clarity with layers of texture from its lees ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVincent’s approach focuses on purity, with minimal intervention to let the terroir shine. The 2021 1er Récoltant captures the character of Savoie’s high-altitude vineyards while showcasing the forward-thinking spirit of this family-run domaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is very well resolved, skin fermented jaquere. All the bits fit in well, it is very complex, tannins are seamlessly woven through. It is a delight, and in that vein of ‘digestible wines’ that I tend to enjoy... everything just so and so well formed. It sits under medium weight so there’s high refreshment factor too. Really good here.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-quenard-claude-et-fils-1-er-recoltant\" title=\"2021 Quenard Claude et Fils 1 er Recoltant\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Radikon Slatnik\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlatnik sees the marriage of two grapes grown on the Radikon slopes in Oslavia: Chardonnay \u0026amp; Sauvignon Vert (or the variety formerly known as Tocai Friulano).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiodynamic farming underpins all that happens in the Radikon cellar and it makes for a sturdy base on which Sasa can build his meticulous and curious creations. This spends a shorter time on skins than the wines bottled under the Blue Radikon label, and it is a much shorter time before it is released to the public, however, the impact of the wine is none too different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key here is the freshness and liveliness that is rarely associated with Chardonnay made with skin contact. Typically orange Chardonnays can lack a little drive, certainly not the case in the hands of Sasa Radikon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a full-noise amber wine that will thrill all lovers of the wine style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-radikon-slatnik\" title=\"2021 Radikon Slatnik\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41211842986027,"sku":"Great Orange Wines of the World Pack","price":339.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/GreatOrangeWinesoftheWorldPack.webp?v=1731536710"},{"product_id":"sizzling-south-african-chenin-pack","title":"Sizzling South African Chenin Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you’re curious about why Chenin Blanc is South Africa’s calling card, start here. This six-pack pulls together some of the country’s best-value expressions - from bright, clean coastal styles to textured, skin-contact takes with a bit of edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a crash course in the grape that’s quietly become South Africa’s strongest hand, showing just how much complexity, character, and drinkability you can get for not much coin. No two wines here play the same tune and that’s exactly the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Mullineux Kloof Street Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Thistle \u0026amp; Weed Springdoring Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Gabrielskloof Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Carinus Family Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Radford Dale Vinum Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Craven Wines Karibib Vineyard Chenin Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Mullineux Kloof Street Chenin Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChris and Andrea Mullineux are the real deal in the Swartland, and this wine is the perfect introduction to their style. While the Kloof Street label is designed for earlier drinking, the pedigree of the fruit here is serious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't just leftover grapes; it is sourced from two sustainably farmed parcels of 46-year-old dry land bush vines on the decomposed granite soils of the Paardeberg. That is genuine old-vine heritage, and it gives the wine a depth that you rarely see at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is chilled, whole-bunch pressed, and fermented with indigenous yeasts. While most of it stays in tank to preserve freshness, a portion is aged in older French oak barrels to build texture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a great introduction to Swartland Chenin that smells of sun-ripened pears and wet stone (that distinct \"petrichor\" mineral note). On the palate, it balances a soft, round texture with a pithy, grippy finish. It is fresh, detailed, and incredibly satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Mullineux Kloof Street Chenin Blanc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-mullineux-kloof-street-chenin-blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2023 Thistle \u0026amp; Weed Springdoring Chenin Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Swartland is the spiritual home of South African Chenin Blanc, and Thistle \u0026amp; Weed are masters of hunting down the region's most resilient heritage blocks. The Springdoring - named after a persistent local burr - comes from a 1982-planted bush vine vineyard on the Paardeberg Mountain. These vines are rooted in pure granite and face East, which shelters them from the brutal afternoon heat and preserves that critical \"nervous tension\" in the grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking is low-intervention but precise: whole-bunch pressed, wild fermented in old French oak, and left on lees for nine months to build texture. There’s no new oak here to muddy the waters; it’s all about the granite and the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is high-definition Swartland Chenin. You get the trademark savoury notes, green apples, aromatics alongside grapefruit and lime. The palate is pristine and crystalline, with a mineral, saline edge that cuts right through. It’s edgy, layered, and has a fantastic pithy grip - such great value for the class of this Chenin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Grapes from a Paardeberg vineyard planted in 1980. The nose shows hay, lime, white peach and a hint of flinty reduction. The palate is lithe and energetic – good fruit concentration, well integrated acidity, the finish pithy in texture and nicely savoury.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Christian Eedes (Wine Mag)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Thistle \u0026amp; Weed Springdoring Chenin Blanc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-thistle-weed-springdoring-chenin-blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Gabrielskloof Chenin Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a straight-shooting Chenin from Gabriëlskloof’s estate vineyards in Bot River - coastal influence, dry-farmed fruit, and a light touch in the cellar. The team doesn’t chase complexity for complexity’s sake here. It’s more about capturing the natural shape of the fruit and letting it land on its feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 sees a mix of fermentation vessels - mostly older oak with a bit of steel - giving it that subtle texture without weighing anything down. There’s some stone fruit and citrus in the mix, maybe a faint nutty edge from the lees, but nothing showy or forced. It’s dry, fresh, and really well put together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s the kind of white that doesn’t need a lot of explaining. Just clean lines, good bones, and a finish that keeps you going back for another glass. Unfussy, well-made Chenin that’s easy to drink but not forgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Gabrielskloof Chenin Blanc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-gabrielskloof-chenin-blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2023 Carinus Family Chenin Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Carinus Family Chenin Blanc is a top-notch introduction to Swartland Chenin, made by cousins Danie and Hugo Carinus—fifth-generation growers now stepping into the spotlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from a 41-year-old dry-farmed vineyard in Malmesbury, the vines grow in decomposed granite soils, giving the wine its bright, mineral edge. Fermented and aged for nine months in a mix of old French oak and stainless steel, it’s beautifully balanced between freshness and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZesty citrus and stone fruit aromas lead into a lively, textured palate with crisp acidity and a clean, savoury finish. Sustainably made and vegan-friendly, it’s a brilliant showcase of Swartland’s potential and a must-try for Chenin lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Some flinty reduction before peach, lime, lemon and fynbos. The palate is pure and zippy with a pithy finish. Poised and taut, this over-delivers at the price.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Christian Eedes (WineMag.Co.ZA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Carinus Family Chenin Blanc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-carinus-family-chenin-blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2023 Radford Dale Vinum Chenin Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRadford Dale were into old-vine Chenin way before it was the trendy thing to do. The Vinum range is their \"no-nonsense\" lineup, but the pedigree here is actually pretty wild. A big chunk of this fruit comes from a vineyard planted back in 1969, which is the same site they use for their flagship labels. It is rare to find fruit that old in a wine at this price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause those gnarly old bush vines have such deep roots, the wine has a natural broadness and weight that you just do not get from younger plants. It is not trying too hard; it is just a balanced, medium-bodied white that feels a bit more \"serious\" in the glass than your average $25 bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey keep the winemaking simple to make sure it stays fresh. There is a bit of barrel fermentation in there to round out the texture and add a hint of spice, but it does not taste oaky. It is more about that classic, waxy Chenin feel, kept nice and bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, it is all ripe apple, pear, and a touch of honeysuckle. The palate is juicy and rounded with a bit of peach and a zesty, ginger-like kick on the finish that keeps it crisp. Honestly, it is a great one to have in the fridge for a spicy curry or just a casual glass after work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Radford Dale Vinum Chenin Blanc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-radford-dale-vinum-chenin-blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Craven Wines Karibib Vineyard Chenin Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt took some time for Mick and Jeanine to find the right vineyard to produce a Craven Chenin Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2015, they stumbled across a vineyard up in the Polkadraai Hills that had just what they were looking for. The fruit these vines were producing was designated for making sweet wine. However, when approached about white a dry white made with his grapes, the grower jumped at the chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's one of their best cuvees now. A razor sharp, electric Chenin with real energy. It's a wine that twists through the finish and finishes squeaky and dry. It's a first rate Chenin Blanc from this part of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Craven Wines Karibib Vineyard Chenin Blanc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-craven-wines-karibib-vineyard-chenin-blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41852425469995,"sku":"Sizzling South African Chenin Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/SizzlingSouthAfricanCheninPack_13b6b19e-f587-474b-b9be-92f3e143b904.webp?v=1776753627"},{"product_id":"fabulous-fiano-pack","title":"Fabulous Fiano Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Unico Zelo Jade \u0026amp; Jasper Fiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Paralian Lacey Vineyard Fiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Coriole Fiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Ravensworth Regional Fiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Oliver's Taranga Small Batch Fiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Sherrah Fiano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 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\u003ca title=\"2024 Unico Zelo Jade \u0026amp; Jasper Fiano\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-unico-zelo-jade-jasper-fiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Paralian Lacey Vineyard Fiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"373\" class=\"\"\u003eThe 2025 release of Paralian’s single-vineyard Fiano comes off the Lacey family’s vineyard in McLaren Vale – grown sustainably on sandy loam over limestone and ironstone, just a few k’s from the coast. It’s a variety that’s really settled into this part of the world, and Charlie Seppelt and Skye Salter are handling it with the kind of light, thoughtful touch it deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"793\" class=\"\"\u003ePicked in the cool of night, the fruit was mostly fermented in stainless to keep things bright, with just a splash going into old French oak for a bit more shape. Some extended lees time rounds it out and brings a gentle savoury thread to all that freshness. It’s aromatic and crunchy but not too lean – there’s texture, a bit of grip, and just enough complexity to keep it interesting without losing the drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"957\" class=\"\"\u003eIt’s the kind of white you’d happily pour with seafood or drink cold out of a tumbler on a warm evening – uncomplicated, well made, and just really nicely judged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Green apple, pear and lemon, oregano perfume... a sort of rustic let’s-drink-it-fast-and-cold-from-tumblers charm... the thing I like about it most.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Paralian Lacey Vineyard Fiano\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-paralian-lacey-vineyard-fiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Coriole Fiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to see what Australian Fiano is all about, the Coriole version by Mark Lloyd and son Duncan Lloyd is in the top echelon, to be sure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoasting the country's first commercial release of this variety in 2005, Coriole have developed an affinity with Fiano and year-in-year-out turn in an excellent example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's crisp, textural, and importantly for a white wine from McLaren Vale, it maintains freshness and lively acidity, irrespective of vintage conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely wine no matter which way you dice it, and undoubtedly one of the country's premier Fianos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Coriole Fiano\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-coriole-fiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Ravensworth Regional Fiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBryan Martin has always had a soft spot for Italian grapes, and his latest Fiano makes it pretty clear why. Sourced from the sun-soaked Hilltops, just north of the Canberra District, this is a white wine with some real depth behind its good-time glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiano’s naturally high acidity and gentle savoury edges play right into Bryan’s texture-focused winemaking style. It’s pressed straight to old puncheons for wild ferment and a long rest on lees, which gives the wine weight and detail without muting the freshness. Think white stone fruit, a flicker of lemon rind, maybe even a little almondy waxiness - all tied up with a saline snap that makes you want another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t a showy white, but it’s full of character. A little Mediterranean flair, made with care, and built for drinking any time: from sunny lunches to seafood dinners and everything in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Ravensworth Regional Fiano\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-ravensworth-regional-fiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Oliver's Taranga Small Batch Fiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"423\" data-start=\"122\"\u003eFiano might be an underdog in Aussie whites, but hit the right producer and it totally shines. Oliver’s Taranga have been growing the grape since the early 2000s, and their winemaker Corrina Wright is affectionately known as the “Queen of Fiano” - she clearly knows what to do with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"797\" data-start=\"425\"\u003eThe 2025 version is a charming mix of texture, citrus zip and savoury flair. One moment it’s all pine nuts and cashew cream, the next you’re tasting kaffir lime, fresh basil and punchy tropical fruit. The palate is creamy yet vivid, like golden delicious apple and juicy peach rolled in preserved lemon zest, with a finish that keeps going - fresh, gingery and full of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"966\" data-start=\"799\"\u003eIt’s a wine made to be devoured with spicy food or just on its own with friends. It feels effortless, versatile, and an absolute joy in the glass from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"966\" data-start=\"799\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s another excellent release... There’s intensity of fruit here, with a textural roundness preceding a pithily racy drive, suspending the flavours long.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Oliver's Taranga Small Batch Fiano\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-olivers-taranga-small-batch-fiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Sherrah Fiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlex Sherrah’s 2024 Fiano is the kind of white that does a lot without making a fuss. It’s fresh and bright, with plenty of flavour and just enough texture to keep things interesting. The fruit comes from two McLaren Vale sites - one down near the coast in Tatachilla, the other up in Seaview - and that mix brings both crunch and depth to the final wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlex keeps the winemaking pretty simple: half the juice goes into tank, the other half into old barrels, all on lees for a bit of texture. No fining, no acid adds, no fluff - just clean, thoughtfully made wine that’s all about drinkability. It’s the sort of bottle that works just as well with a plate of seafood as it does on its own, and one that feels completely at ease in any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the better value Fianos in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a fine expression of the grape, picked at just the right moment and made adroitly. Crisp golden apple, nashi, lemon zest, celery salt, a hint of makrut lime and fresh jalapeño. There’s a mineral clarity to the wine, subtle savouriness and texture from half seeing old oak fermentation\/maturation, with twin stewards of fine acidity and pithiness bringing things to a close. Just gorgeous.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Sherrah Fiano\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-sherrah-wines-fiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42403780427819,"sku":"Fabulous Fiano Pack","price":159.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/FabulousFianoPack.png?v=1760502182"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/different-drop.oembed?page=2","provider":"Different Drop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}