Final Call

From 99-year-old vines at Little Branch, this is Steve Pannell at his absolute peak – a marvelous modern Australian Grenache of rare clarity, balance and power.

Old-vine Garnacha grown high in the Gredos hills, made with minimal fuss and maximum feel — fresh, fragrant and totally unpretentious.

The super-popular energetic Corsican-inspired red blend from Damon Koerner. Sangiovese, Grenache, Sciacarello, and a splash of Vermentino & Carignan.

Shaun Crinion strikes again with this steal of a Cabernet blend from a 40+ year-old vineyard in the Yarra. Very limited.

One of the rarest and most sought after releases from this McLaren Vale legend. Beyond complex, this aged-under-flor homage to Jura is Chardonnay to expand your mind.

The most elegant and aromatic of Passopisciaro's single-vineyard 'Contrada' wines made from Nerello Mascalese. A Sicilian joy.

A tightly wound, focused version of this cult-favourite Grenache.

Nervy, high-octane Adelaide Hills Chardonnay. A one-of-a-kind from Ochota Barrels.

Phase Three’s Dero is Barossa Syrah done their way – tiny volumes, old-vine sites, a bit of Cabernet in the mix, and a whole lot of character packed into the bottle.

A great introduction into the wonderful world of Mount Mary Cabernet and friends.

This is not your average Bourgogne Blanc. Leroux draws almost entirely on his own Meursault holdings here—parcels like Les Millerands, Sous la Velle and Les Belles Côtes—so while it carries a modest regional label, the quality speaks clearly of its origins. A little fruit from the Hautes Côtes de Beaune above Pernand adds lift, but the heart of the wine is very much rooted in Meursault. Fermented and raised in large-format oak and foudres, the 2023 captures the freshness and balance of the vintage. The hot spell in early September was neatly avoided thanks to Leroux’s early picking, and the wine has that hallmark precision and energy that runs through all his whites this year. There’s generosity of fruit, sure, but it’s held firmly in check by bright acidity and a clean mineral line. Quantities, as always, are scarce, and it’s one of those wines that consistently outperforms its humble label. A great way to experience Leroux’s style without stepping into premier cru territory.

Another stonking release from a Tassie icon producer, and one of the most sought-after Chardonnays on the island.

Funky, volcanic Rosato from iconic Sicilian natural producer Frank Cornelissen.

The greatest Syrah from the Hawke's Bay region in NZ. Impressively powerful while maintaining elegance and grace.

One of the country's most extraordinary versions of this classic white blend.

Serious yet smashable naturally-made Rosato from one of Sicily's hottest producers.

Neil Pike's tremendous expression of Watervale Riesling.

Old-vine Cabernet from Balgownie’s historic 1970 block, made in tiny quantities. One of our Cabernets of the year!

Benchmark cuvee from one of Beaujolais' most iconic figures. Brilliant stuff again from Jean and Agnes Foillard.

One of the finest Grenache wines to be released in Australia every year. With the 2023 picking up 97 points from Marcus Ellis at Halliday Wine Companion, this won't be around for long!

Timo's most stunning home-grown Pinot Noir. Highly sought-after and one of the finest in the Yarra Valley.

Fantastic Pinot Noir from a star producer in the Tamar Valley.

One of the great Riesling bargains not only of the Clare Valley, but indeed the entire country.