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Here the boys combine Sangiovese, Grenache and Sciaccarello with a splash of Carignan \u0026amp; Malbec to create a vibrant, mischievous red with epic drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a new look Clare Valley red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/v8LsqxzUEdw?si=BaYdSdY2HwySJBoq\" 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","brand":"Koerner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41066968154155,"sku":"2023 Koerner La Korse Sangiovese Blend","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023KoernerLaKorseSangioveseBlend.webp?v=1712712367"},{"product_id":"2021-mac-forbes-woori-yallock-ferguson-chardonnay","title":"2021 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Ferguson Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Ferguson Chardonnay is a standout Yarra Valley Chardonnay from the esteemed Woori Yallock vineyard, which has been under Mac’s careful guidance since 2012.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in 1995 and owned by the Ferguson family, this south-facing vineyard benefits from relief from hot northerly winds, producing exceptional fruit every year. The 2021 vintage, with near-perfect conditions, allowed for slow, even ripening. Fermented with wild yeast in small old oak barrels and matured for 11 months, this Chardonnay saw no fining and sterile filtration, preserving its purity and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMac's Woori Yallock Chardonnay is all about elegance and precision. On the nose, expect delicate aromas of peach skin, white florals, and a touch of nougat. The palate is framed by fresh orange rind, pulpy stone fruits, toasted almond, and crushed herbs. It has fine flesh on firm bones, with a bright mid-palate and a touch of white pepper leading to a long, textural finish. 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