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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. 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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. 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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. 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Made from 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, this rosé is handpicked, whole-bunch pressed, and aged for 18 months on lees. The base 2022 vintage is layered with reserve wines from previous years, adding complexity to its lively fruit profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelamere’s sparkling wines reflect the steady, cool climate of Pipers Brook, where the Bass Strait’s influence helps the fruit ripen slowly, preserving natural acidity and intense flavour. This unique climate gives Delamere an edge in producing sparkling wines that are all about freshness and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2008, owners Fran and Shane have poured their passion into Delamere, one of Tasmania’s rare single-vineyard sparkling houses. Their commitment to capturing this special terroir makes Delamere one of the rising stars on Australia’s sparkling wine scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Graceful and vivid on the palate with a crystalline acid driveline, excellent tension and a clean, long, refreshing finish that shows great velocity and length of flavour.\" - Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delamere","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30949640503339,"sku":"NV Delamere Sparkling Rose","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Delamere_Sparkling_Rose.png?v=1572233305"},{"product_id":"nv-swift-cuvee-brut","title":"NV Swift Cuvee Brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NV Swift Cuvée Brut is a traditional method sparkling crafted from the highest vineyards in New South Wales, on the volcanic slopes of Mount Canobolas (Gaahna Bulla) in the Orange Wine Region. The Swift family saw the region's potential in 2009, betting big on its cool climate and rich volcanic soils to produce sparkling wines with exceptional finesse. A decade and a bit later, they’re making some of the most highly regarded sparkling wines in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Drew Tuckwell’s dedication shines here, with each bottle spending up to 96 months on lees to build that irresistible depth and richness. This is classic méthode traditionnelle at its finest, with a chardonnay-dominant blend balanced by pinot noir and a touch of reserve wines, giving complexity without overwhelming the bright citrus, baked brioche, and delicate mineral notes. With a restrained dosage, the NV Swift Cuvée Brut is pure, layered, and perfectly in tune with its high-altitude origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready a mainstay in Tyson Stelzer's Sparkling Hall of Fame, this is a wine that’s all about elegance, cool-climate craftsmanship, and the kind of patience that only the finest sparkling producers have. Whether you’re celebrating something big or just feel like treating yourself, this bottle promises a masterclass in Australian sparkling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"White peach, pomelo skin and nashi pear. Cider apples, cherry blossoms and crushed chalk. Calippo-like freshness. Mouth-watering acidity with a wash of white stone minerality and sea spray. Plenty of tension and precision here, with a real pureness to the orchard fruit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Swift","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30949640536107,"sku":"NV Swift Cuvee Brut","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Swift_Cuvee_Brut.png?v=1572233548"},{"product_id":"nv-swift-rose-cuvee","title":"NV Swift Rose Cuvee","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Swift sparkling wines have quickly risen through the ranks of the Australian wines scene to become considered one of the premier sparkling labels in this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family business established in 1996 by Jim and Ruth Swift, now run by their sons Ed and Dave, has put the Orange region on the map as some of the best terroir in Australia for producing elegant, complex sparkling wines of very high calibre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brut Rosé is comprised predominantly of Chardonnay, with some Pinot Noir fruit adding richness and palate weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a wonderfully floral and enticing style of blushed sparkling, showing creamy richness and sweet red berries set to a dry, savoury back drop. A fine example of the high quality sparkling coming from this producer. Delicious drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is a Japanese garden of cherry blossom, pickled plum and cranberry. Cooked quince and orange bitters. Monte Carlo biscuits and rosehip. Some savoury tones that surprise with paprika and peppercorn. A touch of raspberry tea leaf tannins and finishing quite dry. This wine screams for an array of food; it's moreish in its dry finish despite its 5g\/L dosage. A kaleidoscope of flavours wrapped in its fine bead. So much value for your coin here.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Swift","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30949640568875,"sku":"NV Swift Rose Cuvee","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Swift_Rose_Cuvee.png?v=1572233689"},{"product_id":"top-drops-red-plan","title":"DD Top Drops Red Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Murdoch Hill Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vignerons Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown Pret A Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Bel Colle Langhe Nebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Aphelion Welkin Nero d'Avola\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Cirillo Single Vineyard Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Murdoch Hill Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMichael Downer is doing some of the best work in the Adelaide Hills right now. While his top-tier \"Artisan\" wines get plenty of limelight, this estate Pinot (and its Chardonnay sibling) is the one we reach for most often. It’s a masterclass in value - giving you all the \"pinosity\" and detail of a much more expensive bottle for a fraction of the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael doesn't overcomplicate things here. He uses a mix of fruit from the family's Oakbank estate along with some premium spots in Lenswood and Piccadilly. The winemaking is gentle, using just a bit of whole-bunch fermentation and old French oak to add spice without burying the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s bright, energetic, and incredibly easy to like. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt’s got that lovely, crunchy red fruit like cherries and cranberries, but with a savoury, forest-floor edge that makes it feel like proper Pinot. There’s a cool \"Negroni\" vibe to it as well - a touch of orange oil and dried herbs that keeps the finish interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s light on its feet, effortless to drink, and belongs on a lunch table with some charcuterie or a roast chicken. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is exactly what you want in a house Pinot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Murdoch Hill Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-murdoch-hill-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vignerons Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown Pret A Rouge\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTessa Brown and Jeremy Schmolzer have a knack for making complex Beechworth fruit feel completely effortless. The Pret-à-Rouge is their ultimate \"don't think too hard\" wine - a blend of Shiraz, Pinot Noir, and Sangiovese that shouldn't make sense but absolutely does. It’s built for early drinking and versatility, nailing the brief every year.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 release comes from a warmer, lower-cropping season, giving the wine a cheerful mix of red and blue fruits. Think macerated blackberries and cherries with a nice little hit of oregano-like herbage. While it’s incredibly approachable and succulent, it still carries that classic Beechworth savoury length and structure.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve followed this label since day one and it remains the best place to start if you’re new to these rising stars of Victorian wine. It’s fresh, crunchy, and designed to be enjoyed right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"All the good squelch and juiciness... It works. And well. A slurpy, medium weight red of high drinkability, lots of charm and interest. Not particularly complex, but lots of interest in the sum of parts. It feels fresh as it does quite serious. A maximum enjoyment space it occupies.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Vignerons Schmolzer \u0026amp; Brown Pret A Rouge\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vignerons-schmolzer-brown-pret-a-rouge\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Bel Colle Langhe Nebbiolo\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis might be the best value entry into the world of Piedmont to hit Australian shores this year. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Nebbiolo is famous for the stern, long-ageing bottles of Barolo, the Langhe DOC is all about accessibility and immediate pleasure. Bel Colle - now under the guidance of the Bosio family - farms these steep hills with a focus on sustainability, avoiding herbicides and systemic treatments to keep the fruit as pure as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 release is a vibrant, ruby-red expression that trades heavy tannins for pure drinkability. It’s fermented in stainless steel to lock in those high-toned aromatics: think fresh raspberries, cherries, and a classic hint of violet. The tannins are present but soft and velvety, giving the wine enough shape to handle food without requiring years in a cellar to mellow out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's really a ridiculous bargain, given the price of most Langhe Nebb that makes it here. It has the characteristic acidity and red-fruit crunch of the variety but in a package that's ready to go tonight. For the price, it’s one of the most honest and drinkable Nebbiolos on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"A clear, honest wine that shows how young Nebbiolo can be fun and delicious.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Jeff Porter (Wine Enthusiast)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Well, hey, I like this better than the 2021 Monvigliero, so there you go! It’s fighting value for Langhe Neb... It speaks of Nebbiolo, drinks well, and gee, it’s definitely affordable. Affability over complexity, sure, but such a nice wine all up.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Bel Colle Langhe Nebbiolo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-bel-colle-langhe-nebbiolo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Aphelion Welkin Nero d'Avola\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRob Mack has been working with Nero d’Avola for years now, and it’s fair to say he’s nailed the style - bright, mid-weight, and packed with personality. The 2025 Welkin is everything we love about his approach: pure fruit, minimal handling, and a focus on drinkability over density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from McLaren Vale’s sandier pockets, picked early to keep things tight and energetic. Fermented wild, mostly in stainless steel with a bit of old oak for texture, it’s all red cherry, blood orange and spice, with a faint amaro-like edge that makes it seriously addictive. The palate is ripe but snappy, generous but dry, and it finishes with just enough grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve always enjoyed Nero d’Avola from McLaren Vale, and this is a tasty example of why this pairing works so well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Aphelion Welkin Nero d'Avola\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-aphelion-welkin-nero-davola\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2024 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTom Puyaubert is a Frenchman making Rioja, and his wines are a breath of fresh air in a region often dominated by heavy American oak. His \"Bozeto\" is widely regarded as one of the best-value reds coming out of Spain - a juicy, fruit-forward wine that prioritises drinkability over heavy extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile most entry-level Riojas rely on Tempranillo, this blend flips the script, led by 65% Garnacha from old vines in the sandy soils of Rioja Oriental. This is supported by mature Tempranillo and Graciano from the high-altitude vineyards of Rioja Alta. The winemaking is designed to capture pure energy: fermentation in concrete and steel, followed by ageing in concrete and large oak vats (5,000L).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTom also uses a touch of semi-carbonic maceration here, giving the wine a \"bouncy,\" joyful lift. It opens with aromas of smoky blackberry, wild herbs and dusky spices. The palate is juicy and velvety, with notes of espresso and dried flowers, finishing with precision rather than weight. It is a bright, succulent \"grower Rioja\" that punches well above its price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-bodegas-exopto-rioja-bozeto-de-exopto\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Cirillo Single Vineyard Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from grapes sourced from high quality Barossa vineyard, winemaker Marco Cirillo's 2023 Single Vineyard Shiraz is serious value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtilizing open fermentation, natural yeast, and basket pressing, the wine matures for 10 months in seasoned French and American oak. Aromas of cocoa, mint, and blackcurrant, with a soft and juicy mid-weight palate awash with black and blue fruits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a delicious entry point to Barossa Valley Shiraz and another bargain from this much-loved artisan producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Cirillo Single Vineyard Shiraz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-cirillo-single-vineyard-shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31049939124267,"sku":"DD Top Drops Red Pack","price":175.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/DDTopDropsRedPack_1_11ad2d4e-0e72-4462-8e64-db166b7bcbed.webp?v=1780448595"},{"product_id":"top-drops-mixed-plan","title":"DD Top Drops Mixed Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Forest Hill Block 2 Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yelland and Papps Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Paco y Lola Ophalum Albarino\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 William Downie Cathedral Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Ponce Clos Lojen Bobal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Inkwell Road to Joy Shiraz Primitivo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Forest Hill Block 2 Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Block 2 vineyard is a special piece of Western Australian history. Planted back in 1975, these old vines sit on a site that consistently produces some of the most intense, textural Rieslings in Mount Barker. While some Great Southern Rieslings are all about lean, bracing acid, the Block 2 is a slightly textural style, thanks mostly to those old vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 season was a dry one, but without the aggressive heat spikes of the year before, allowing the fruit to develop a complex profile of Meyer lemon, persimmon, and jasmine tea. To build on that natural intensity, about 15% of the blend was fermented in large Austrian oak demi-muids with a healthy amount of solids. This, combined with extended time on lees, gives the wine a lovely, fleshy texture that balances out the racy acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s lip-smacking and incredibly refreshing, but it’s the \"lemon oil\" weight and crushed-stone finish that really sticks with you. It’s a serious, high-energy Riesling that offers way more than just simple citrus, it's a dream for anyone who loves the more textured, complex side of the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a magnificent wine, and while I often prefer the Block 1 over the Block 2, it is not so this year. Is there a touch of residual here? If so, I like it. The vineyard block was planted in 1975.\" \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\"A pleasing and generous style of riesling, unashamed of its origins and feeling pure and natural as it goes. Delicious. Serious. Complex.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-forest-hill-block-2-riesling\" title=\"2025 Forest Hill Block 2 Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yelland and Papps Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a white wine full of body and texture at a great price is what you're after, then look no further than the Yelland and Papps Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rousanne grapes are handpicked at the perfect balance of flavour and natural acid, then they get gently squished and pressed to French oak for fermentation on with natural yeasts. The lees get stirred frequently, and it ages for a further 6 months in large French oak puncheons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd boy oh boy does it produce a wine that packs a real flavour punch. Stone fruits, lemon, custard and peaches with an opulent texture and a zip of acid to balance it all out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-yelland-and-papps-blanc\" title=\"2024 Yelland and Papps Blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Paco y Lola Ophalum Albarino\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaco y Lola is one of the most iconic cooperatives in Spain’s Rías Baixas, representing over 400 small growers in the premium Salnés Valley. With average family plots measuring just half a hectare, this is essentially a community of backyard vignerons who are entirely focused on sustainable and organic farming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ophalum is their entry-level Albariño, and it is easily one of the best-value seafood whites on the planet. To differentiate it from their flagship bottling, the winery uses a touch more press juice to capture a slightly riper, more generous style of fruit. It’s fermented cool in stainless steel and aged on fine lees to give the palate a bit of textural weight without losing its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, the 2024 vintage hits with green apple, citrus peel, and a soft wave of tropical notes like pineapple and lychee. Of course, it wouldn't be classic Salnés Valley without that signature Atlantic influence - there is a great lick of sea spray and flinty minerality from the granitic soils running right through it. It’s crisp, lively, and an absolute steal for anyone who loves fresh, saline whites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-paco-y-lola-ophalum-albarino\" title=\"2024 Paco y Lola Ophalum Albarino\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 William Downie Cathedral Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Downie is a bonafide star of the Gippsland wine movement, having garnered his expertise from Burgundy and Australian icons like Bass Phillips and De Bortoli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Cathedral is Downie’s best yet made by a seriously good vintage and a smart blend of sites that came together just right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Valley leads the charge (70%), backed by parcels from the Yarra (20%) and Upper Goulburn (10%). It’s a darker, more spiced expression this year - plum, black cherry, pomegranate molasses and a flicker of poached pear, all tied together with some gentle grip and savoury spice. Mace, five spice, crushed rock - it’s got more going on than you’d expect for a wine at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill, it’s not a brooder. The structure’s there, but it drinks with ease. As always, it’s bottled unfined and unfiltered. Call it serious Pinot for not-so-serious moments. An absolute bargain, this sits somewhere between glou-glou and serious sipper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Easy access style, yet with some sophisticated restraint and coolness to. An attractive drink and a bargain for the bucks.\"\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-william-downie-cathedral-pinot-noir\" title=\"2025 William Downie Cathedral Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Ponce Clos Lojen Bobal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClos Lojen is the entry point into the Ponce world, and it remains one of the greatest \"case-buy\" bargains in Spain. Sourced from seven different parcels of 40- to 60-year-old vines, it’s designed to be a pure, high-energy expression of Bobal. Because Juan Antonio uses 100% whole-bunches and carbonic maceration - a nod to his time spent in Beaujolais - the fruit stays incredibly bright and \"crunchy.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 season saw lower yields due to an ongoing drought, which has given the wine a bit more structure and muscle than the 2023, yet it maintains its signature 12.5% alcohol. It’s packed with stewed cherries and blood orange, underpinned by earthy savouriness, toasted hazelnuts, and what Mike Bennie describes as a \"gravelly haze\" of fine tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s an effortless, \"soif\" style of red that sits somewhere between a top-tier Gamay and a spicy Italian red. While it’s built for immediate, high-volume drinking, the limestone-clay soils provide enough complexity and grip to make it a serious food wine. If you're looking for the ultimate value-for-money Spanish red, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This could be my value Spanish wine of the year – nuts! ... Loose but with a gravelly haze through it all, lots of perfume, brightness under the savoury elements. Effortless drinking.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It's a champion for quality\/price, one to buy by the case.\" - Luis Gutiérrez (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-ponce-clos-lojen-bobal\" title=\"2024 Ponce Clos Lojen Bobal\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Inkwell Road to Joy Shiraz Primitivo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDudley and Irina at Inkwell are doing some of the most interesting vineyard work in McLaren Vale. This Road to Joy is not your typical \"brick wall\" Vale Shiraz. By splashing in 15% Primitivo, they’ve turned up the brightness and created something a little more supple and exotic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt's organic viticulture on 100. The fruit is grown on thin loam over sandstone, which gives the wine a bit of that refined, stony mineral character we love. It’s wild-fermented and spends sixteen months in a mix of French and American oak, but the wood is just a whisper here. It’s all about the interplay between the dark, peppery Shiraz and that warm, brambly lift you get from the Primitivo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine drinks like juicy blackberries and plums with a savoury hit of liquorice and clove. It’s got a great tannin backbone, but it stays fresh and light on its feet thanks to that lively acidity. It’s a total crowd-pleaser that still has a little nerd-factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-inkwell-road-to-joy-shiraz-primitivo\" title=\"2024 Inkwell Road to Joy Shiraz Primitivo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31050083401771,"sku":"DD Top Drops Mixed Pack","price":175.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/DDTopDropsMixedPack_1_6fe7ed82-ac8a-474c-9d89-d803543f2051.webp?v=1780447921"},{"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":"nv-champagne-larmandier-bernier-1er-cru-rose-de-saignee","title":"NV Champagne Larmandier-Bernier 1er Cru Rose de Saignee","description":"\u003cp\u003ePierre and Sophie Larmandier are crafting some of the finest Champagnes of the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey take a much more natural approach to their craft than most in the region, managing their 15 hectares in the south of Côte des Blancs biodynamically (highly unusual for Champagne) and opting for a more hands off approach in the cellar. Their ferments are wild and often long, they keep the dosage low across their range of cuveés, producing dry, mineral-charged wines with incredible drive and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1er Rosé is pound for pound, one of the best pink wines in Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's made from Pinot Noir which is bled off as free run juice then left on skins for a few days. Few producers make their Rosés this way in Champagne nowadays, however it's the best way to distill the essence of the variety in a wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's pretty, pure, and so devastatingly easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Larmandier-Bernier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31544283856939,"sku":"NV Champagne Larmandier-Bernier 1er Cru Rose de Saignee","price":230.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVChampagneLarmandier-Bernier1erCruRosedeSaignee.png?v=1585612571"},{"product_id":"nv-champagne-larmandier-bernier-1er-cru-longitude-blanc-de-blancs","title":"NV Champagne Larmandier-Bernier 1er Cru Longitude Blanc de Blancs","description":"\u003cp\u003ePierre and Sophie Larmandier are crafting some of the finest Champagnes of the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey take a much more natural approach to their craft than most in the region, managing their 15 hectares in the south of Côte des Blancs biodynamically (highly unusual for Champagne) and opting for a more hands off approach in the cellar. Their ferments are wild and often long, they keep the dosage low across their range of cuveés, producing dry, mineral-charged wines with incredible drive and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 'Longitude' is a non-vintage cuveé comprised of vineyards located in Cramant, Avize, Oger, and Vertus. The hungry, shallow soils in these vineyards produce a style of Blanc de Blacs that is long, fine and mineral-driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf 'Latitude' is about breadth of flavour and richness, 'Longitude' is about precision and extension of flavour. It's outstanding value in the context of high quality grower Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Larmandier-Bernier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31544283889707,"sku":"NV Champagne Larmandier-Bernier 1er Cru Longitude Blanc de Blancs","price":140.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVChampagneLarmandier-Bernier1erCruLongitudeBlancdeBlancs.png?v=1585625486"},{"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":"nv-jo-landron-brut-atmospheres","title":"NV Jo Landron Brut Atmospheres","description":"\u003cp\u003eJo Landron's sparkling has the label of a party bubbles but this is seriously tasty stuff, a Champagne-method wine of great character and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's blend of Folle Blanche and Pinot Noir, Jo having worked out that Melon de Bourgogne, the main grape of Muscadet, did not make a great sparkling wine base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 24 months on lees, then bottled with a low 5g dosage, it's a wonderful combination of racy citrus and stonefruit, and richer Pinot Noir red berries, with just a hint of smoky, bready yeastiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou couldn't ask for a better value quality French sparkling wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Landron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31882087301163,"sku":"NV Jo Landron Brut Atmospheres","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVJoLandronBrutAtmospheres.png?v=1594775507"},{"product_id":"nv-toro-albala-electrico-fino-en-rama-bombilla","title":"NV Toro Albala Electrico Fino En Rama Bombilla","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the top producers of dessert PX also makes this fantastic dry Fino, bottled in a stunning bespoke bottle shaped like a giant light bulb. 'En Rama' literally means on the branch but the meaning here is 'on the vine', indicating it is as raw or fresh as possible with minimal filtering and fining. 'Bombilla' is light bulb!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grape is Pedro Ximenez (PX) which to the shock of many does not just make super sweet dessert wines but is a white grape with naturally high acidity, particularly when sourced from the best chalky vineyard sites. This is also unfortified, as sugar levels are naturally high enough to make fortification unnecessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect aperitif wine, with a briny Fino tang of course, and some flor-derived nuttiness, but with the vinous mouthfeel of a good dry wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Toro Albala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31882088513579,"sku":"NV Toro Albala Electrico Fino En Rama Bombilla","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVToroAlbalaElectricoFinoEnRamaBombilla.png?v=1594776812"},{"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":"hickinbotham-masterclass-pack","title":"Hickinbotham Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hickinbotham vineyard is somewhat of a legend amongst the Australian winemaking community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in 1971 in the Clarendon region, fruit from this important site has contributed to some of the most iconic wines in Australia's history. Here you get to taste a selection of their classic estate-grown wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Mr. Grant Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Nest Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrooks Road is a Shiraz of intensity and polish, offering a more lifted, savoury expression of McLaren Vale from the elevated slopes of Clarendon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe site sits above the Onkaparinga Gorge, not far from the Adelaide Hills, and the wine often shows a cooler, more perfumed edge compared to the darker, denser styles found further south. The 2022 vintage plays right into this signature - there’s plush black fruit, but also violet, tapenade, spice and a fine-boned structure that speaks of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s plenty of presence and power here, but it’s carried on a frame of silky, well-integrated tannins. Winemakers Chris Carpenter and Peter Fraser employ whole bunches and large format oak to enhance the savoury dimension without sacrificing purity or fruit definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to go the distance but already showing remarkable clarity and balance, Brooks Road continues to prove why this vineyard has been prized for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“It’s a wine of intensity, verve and impressive harmony, with an elegant sheen of oak tastefully applied.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The Clarendon potency is all here with a nod to dried herbs and wildly fragrant spices. A complex and detailed wine that you can ponder for hours and marvel for days... A bucket list pairing would be a hearty pork and mushroom pie with gravy poured down the centre funnel. ”\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A classy, polished, consummately detailed, full-bodied shiraz. Not an ounce of flab or extraneous sweetness on its refined structural bones.”\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (jamessuckling.com)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-brooks-road-shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrueman is Hickinbotham’s flagship Cabernet and one of the most compelling examples of the variety in McLaren Vale—powerful, poised and built to age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is hand-picked from Hickinbotham’s elevated Clarendon vineyard, perched above the Onkaparinga Gorge. With winemaking by Napa heavyweight Chris Carpenter (Lokoya, Cardinale) and Yangarra’s Peter Fraser, Trueman is where old-vine Australian pedigree meets a polished, modern lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage was a cooler, drawn-out season, perfect for Cabernet, and the result is a wine of concentration and freshness. It opens with waves of blueberry, cassis and sage, with darker notes of olive tapenade, cocoa and graphite building in the glass. The palate is layered and structured, with fine tannins and a long, composed finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is serious Cabernet that can hold its own on any global stage. If you’re building a cellar or just love seeing the variety in its more elegant form, Trueman is a must.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An exceptional cabernet of flare and precision... A leader of the pack. Drinkable now, but best from 2030.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (jamessuckling.com)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deep and brooding properties... Cedar and currant, ripe mulberry, cassis... An excellent release.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Draws you in... Blueberry and lilac, blackberries baking in a pie... screams pedigree and expertise.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Claret style... gravel and blackcurrant aromas... strong foundations for a decade or more.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Angus Hughson (Vinous)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-trueman-cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Mr. Grant Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second release of Malbec from Hickinbotham is a serious statement of intent - powerful, plush and characterful, with all the hallmarks of a classic Clarendon red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after Clarendon’s first settler, Mr. Grant is drawn from a high-elevation, east-facing block planted in 2013. In 2022, the fruit came in pitch perfect, delivering a wine that’s deep in colour and layered in flavour. You’ll find raspberry compote, fresh herbs and rose petals on the nose, then a dark, supple palate dusted with cocoa, graphite and cracked pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not just showy fruit either - there’s real structure underneath. Malbec’s firm, round tannins lend shape, and a touch of Cabernet adds extra drive. It’s a wine that brings together plushness and polish with a savoury backbone, handled with care in the winery and aged in a mix of new and seasoned French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother compelling addition to the Hickinbotham range, and a must-try for fans of the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Glass-staining purple... full-bodied and dense... loaded with mouth-coating tannins... hugely impressive malbec.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Glossy ruby... lavender, lilacs, boysenberries... classy oak and impressionable immediacy of the fruit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (jamessuckling.com)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham Mr. Grant Malbec\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-mr-grant-malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Nest Cabernet Franc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Chris Carpenter's inspiration for this single varietal release of Cabernet Franc is none other than the Bordeaux icon, Cheval Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarpenter sees the depth and power of Bordeaux here, albeit through the silky McLaren Vale viel. It's a devastatingly smooth and seductive wine with perfectly ripe blackcurrant, boysenberry, violet and green leaf characters in spades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere so many modern Australian Cabernet Franc are built in the more youthful, energetic style reminiscent of the Loire Valley, this is a dead-serious cellaring option and arguably one of the most impressive examples of the variety ever produced in this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy it. Drink it. Savour it. Watch it unfurl over the coming decades. This is as good as Cabernet Franc gets in this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Expressive take on cabernet franc... elegance and varietal clarity... refined structural drive.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Impossible to put down... bramble, cassis, salted licorice, star anise... seductive and supple.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham The Nest Cabernet Franc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-the-nest-cabernet-franc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Revivalist is an elegant, expressive take on the variety, grown on the elevated slopes of Clarendon and farmed organically since 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage delivers a wine that feels plush but never heavy, with dark plum and mulberry at the core, lifted by notes of toasted hazelnut, fresh tobacco and subtle spice from seasoned French oak. A cool, slow ripening season helped retain freshness and energy, while 50% new oak and a stint in foudre bring polish and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is seamless and composed - silky tannins, ripe but savoury fruit, and a bright acid line give shape to a long, composed finish. It’s a Merlot with structure and class, far removed from the soft and soupy styles of old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quietly confident red that will reward both near-term drinking and mid-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This harnesses a more rounded fruit profile, but also with proper linear tannins and drive. It’s a relatively elegant expression, though with a depth of plum and mulberry, subtle florals, graphite, roasted hazelnut and a balanced gloss of classy oak.”\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Acidity walks an ascending line without artifact and the wine manages that leisurely form that only merlot can provide. Satisfying, flavour and harmonious. Some powdery tannins mean this will age another 4-5 years gracefully. Beef and black bean stir fry would set this off nicely.”\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-the-revivalist-merlot\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TvMGCk2c3R4?si=TPzr8I-wxvhsmkYL\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hickinbotham","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31925980692523,"sku":"Hickinbotham Masterclass Pack","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/HickinbothamMasterclassPack.png?v=1747099165"},{"product_id":"vanguardist-masterclass-pack","title":"Vanguardist V Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Mourvedre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Vanguardist V Cinsault\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanguardist is at the forefront of the new-wave Grenache movement in McLaren Vale. Michael Corbett has spent the last decade focused on a single site - the Rende vineyard in Blewitt Springs - and his 'V' Grenache is now rightfully considered a benchmark for the region. This isn't your typical jammy Vale red; it’s about precision, detail, and showing off the distinct sandy terroir of Blewitt Springs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage marks the tenth release of this wine. It was a season of extremes, starting with a wet spring before a February heatwave tightened the harvest window. Corbett hand-picked the 55-year-old bush vines in three stages to maintain balance. Two-thirds of the fruit was fermented as whole bunches for five weeks, then tucked away for 17 months in large 2200L Slavonian oak foudres. That extra time in old wood through a second winter is what gives the wine its seamless cohesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s an elegant, highly aromatic Grenache, leading with lifted red berries, wild herbs, and a distinctive mineral edge. The palate is vibrant and deep, framed by fine-grained, silky tannins and a bright acidity that keeps everything focused. It has classic \"Blewitt Springs\" lacy texture but with serious underlying power. It’s drinking beautifully now but has the structure to evolve over the next decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Vanguardist calling card, the defining wine. Deeply savoury and intense, layered, detailed, chiselled, seriously complex... It’s a wine that is so captivating on the nose… Another beautifully beguiling world-class grenache from Mr Corbett. Bravo.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Wonderful finesse and perfume here. Give it a couple more years to come up.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Vanguardist V Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vanguardist-v-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Mourvedre\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanguardist is one of just a handful of Australian producers championing Mourvèdre as a varietal wine. Michael Corbett is a staunch advocate for the variety, and this single-site expression from Blewitt Springs is a clear example of why. It’s grown just a stone's throw from his benchmark Grenache site, on the same sandy soils that define this pocket of the Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage captures that classic \"wild\" Mourvèdre personality. After a dry, warm run home into harvest, the fruit was hand-picked and fermented with about a third whole bunches. It spent 18 months in old French puncheons, including a second winter in oak, which has helped round out the variety's naturally boisterous tannins. It’s got the rare balance of being a \"big\" savoury wine that still feels light on its feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a very Rhone-adjacent style, loaded with blackberry, blueberry, and those signature gamey, wild herb notes. The mouthfeel is sinewy and chewy, with a distinct blood-orange acidity and a salty, mineral finish that pulls everything together. It’s a serious, complex red that’s built for the cellar, but it’s so well-knit that it’s hard to resist right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Umami notes, kombu and roasted nori. Bountiful, detailed, fine and unmistakably natural tannins complete an exceptional package.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Plum, spices, floral notes, an earthy new leather guttural thing lends great appeal, black pepper, almond paste, some green herb, but such perfume!.. Very good. Mataro fanciers will be well pleased.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Vanguardist V Mourvedre\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vanguardist-mourvedre\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vanguardist V Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Corbett is a wizard when it comes to flipping expectations, and this Barossa Syrah is the perfect example. While the Barossa is usually synonymous with \"big\" Shiraz, Michael approaches it through his signature lens of restraint and precision. Sourced from the McKenzie vineyard in Ebenezer, this comes from nine-generation farmers working sandy clay loam over solid limestone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 season was a low-yield, high-quality affair. Windy conditions during flowering meant fewer bunches, but the fruit that remained had incredible intensity and deep colour. Michael hand-picked in mid-February (very early for the Barossa!), using about a third whole bunches and fermenting gently for a month. It then spent 15 months in two puncheons - one new and one older - giving it just enough frame without burying the fruit in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we sat down to taste this, it felt like a Barossa Shiraz made specifically for people who don't usually like Barossa Shiraz. It’s a lighter shade of the Barossa but remarkably drinkable and complex, sitting at a nimble 13.1% alcohol. It's got plenty of spice and dark fruit, but it’s the fine tannins and \"rocky\" mineral energy from that calcrete soil that really stand out. It’s a contemporary, sophisticated take on the region. Always full of surprises is Michael Corbett.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This sits no more than medium in weight, sketched in charcoal and pencil rather than splashed with colour. There’s fruit intensity, concentration, but like other wines of the stable, spice and savouriness and structure are the guiding principles... Tannins, as always, are detailed, carefully extracted, compellingly instructive, leading to the table.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Some orange peel and floral mouth-perfume, finish has a boysenberry crispness, sappiness and excellent length. Engaging wine. Different. There’s so many layers to it. Give it some time, I’d say, though there’s no shortage of interest now.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Vanguardist V Syrah\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vanguardist-v-syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Vanguardist V Cinsault\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExtremely limited - Only available in the Vangaurdist pack.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanguardist’s obsession with Rhône varieties has finally led Michael Corbett to Cinsault. After a one-off collab with Brash Higgins in 2023, Michael decided to make it a permanent fixture in the lineup. Sourced from the Lennon vineyard, these vines sit on heavy mottled clays near the ocean - soils that tend to give this usually \"light\" grape a bit more depth and density than you'd expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 season was the driest in over twenty years, resulting in a wine with serious intensity and a low 12.1% alcohol. Michael spent years working with this variety in the south of France, and that experience shows in the cellar. He used a third whole bunches and a long, six-week gentle ferment before ageing the wine in large 600L demi-muids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we tasted this with Michael, we were struck by how much character he's squeezed out of a relatively young vineyard. It’s got that signature Cinsault perfume - bright red berries and florals - but it’s backed by a savoury, earthy richness from those clay soils. It’s light-footed and incredibly fresh, but it has a \"serious\" edge that sets it apart from more simple, smashable versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Strawberry and raspberry with a kiss of sweetness, plenty of exotic spice, souk-y even, peanut shells, almond, lively perfume... So delicious. Such joy. Brings a huge smile to the face. I’m all about this style of wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is another new wine in the V range... It’s diaphanous, a veil of dried fruit and spice, dry toned yet lissom, and very good. 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From 1946-planted, dry-grown vines in Onkaparinga Hills, farmed organically and surrounded by olive and fig trees, it’s a site that naturally delivers concentration without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicked by hand, fermented with a quarter whole bunches, and raised for just a few months in seasoned oak, this 2025 is as bright and lifted as ever. Spice, plum and red berries lead the way, with threads of thyme and white pepper giving a savoury twist. The palate is fine and fresh, almost Pinot-like in its shape, with crunchy red fruits, silky tannins and a subtle mineral grip. At just 11.2% alcohol, it’s feather-light but never simple – the kind of wine that feels as good on a Tuesday night as it does at a long weekend lunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOchota have always made Grenache their own, stripping it back to its essence and letting the vineyard speak. Green Room is that philosophy in action – energetic, fragrant and dangerously drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly a small amount made, bottled in clear glass to celebrate the sheer clarity of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-ochota-barrels-green-room-grenache\" title=\"2025 Ochota Barrels Green Room Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Texture Like Sun Sector 12\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf there’s one wine that captures Ochota’s free-spirited side, it’s Texture Like Sun. Every year the blend shifts - this time it’s a mash-up of Pinot, Grenache, Gewürztraminer, Gamay and Pinot Meunier – but the result is always the same: utterly drinkable, impossible to pigeonhole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSector 12 hums with juicy red fruits, a flicker of spice, a little herbal twist, and just enough tannin to keep things in shape. Gamay and Grenache bring brightness and bounce, Pinot adds finesse, Gewürz sneaks in perfume, and Meunier rounds it all out. The name says it all - this is about feel as much as flavour, with supple fruit and gentle grip that make each glass glide down a little too easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not a wine that follows rules. Playful, vibrant, and seriously fun to drink, whether it’s on a picnic rug or poured at a white-tablecloth restaurant. The yellow label is a beacon; the wine inside pure sunshine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Amber Ochota says: \u003cem\u003e“Juicy and vibrant, perfect for anywhere and everywhere.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-ochota-barrels-texture-like-sun-sector-9\" title=\"2025 Ochota Barrels Texture Like Sun Sector 12\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Surfer Rosa Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing says summer like the release of Surfer Rosa. It’s Ochota’s take on Rosé: crisp, dry, and built for the kind of afternoons that turn into evenings without you noticing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year’s blend is Pinot Noir from the Adelaide Hills with a splash of old-vine Grenache (and just a whisper of Gewürztraminer for lift). Picked early to lock in freshness, it shows pale salmon in the glass and bursts with red berries, citrus zest and a flicker of spice. The palate is snappy and textural - think cranberry, strawberry and a little savoury grip - before finishing bone dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not trying to be complicated, just beautifully judged. A chilled bottle of Surfer Rosa, some good company, and you’re set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-ochota-barrels-surfer-rosa-rose\" title=\"2025 Ochota Barrels Surfer Rosa Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Weird Berries in the Woods Gewurztraminer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOchota Barrels has always had a soft spot for Gewürztraminer. It sneaks into blends here and there in tiny amounts - a splash in a red ferment, a few skins to lift the aromatics - but this is where it takes centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeird Berries in the Woods has never been about textbook Gewürztraminer. The motto has always been: do the opposite of what you’re taught with aromatic whites. Pick some berries ripe, some crunchy, some in between - and let the whole lot tell its own story. Basket press, seasoned French oak, wild ferment, no polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 shows all the quirks we love: lychee and tangelo blossom up front, a thread of lavender and ginger, then a bone-dry, chalky finish that keeps you coming back. Full malo this year has given it extra generosity, softening the edges while keeping that nervy line of acid humming through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s fragrant, textural, a little unpredictable - in other words, everything Gewürz should be in the hands of Ochota.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-ochota-barrels-weird-berries-in-the-woods-gewurztraminer\" title=\"2025 Ochota Barrels Weird Berries in the Woods Gewurztraminer\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ochota Barrels","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31943464517675,"sku":"Ochota Barrels Tasting Pack","price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/OchotaBarrelsTastingPack_13623957-6ece-4388-a7e2-42ee79a17921.png?v=1756858065"},{"product_id":"hartshorn-sheep-whey-american-oak-aged-vodka-500ml","title":"Hartshorn Sheep Whey American Oak Aged Vodka 500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful, delicate kinda brown sugary sweetness on the nose with a delightful floral undertone. A bit apples and pears to start, rounded out with hints of wild spice and mineral freshness. She’s a complex character with a velvety body and a smooth attitude to boot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hartshorn Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31976761262123,"sku":"Hartshorn Sheep Whey American Oak Aged Vodka 500ml","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/HartshornSheepWheyAmericanOakAgedVodka500ml.png?v=1606881853"},{"product_id":"varney-best-new-winery-sampler-pack","title":"Varney McLaren Vale Reds Sampler Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Varney Wines Entrada GMT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Varney Wines Mencia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Varney Wines GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Varney Wines Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Varney Wines Limited Release Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Varney Wines Entrada GMT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great value, juicy Grenache-based blend inspired by winemaker Alan Varney's time in Portugal. This loveable, approachable red from McLaren Vale combines Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Touriga Nacional for a fresh, drink-now style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrenache from 60+ year-old bush vines in Blewitt Springs and Seaview offers juicy red fruits. Mourvèdre from 20-year-old vines in White’s Valley adds structure and tannins, while Touriga Nacional from Seaview provides a bright floral lift. Crafted with early-picked grapes, partial whole-bunch fermentation, and short maturation in French barriques, this wine is made for immediate drinking pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with mild curries or roasted meats, the Entrada GMT is the product of Alan's skill and relationships with local growers, delivering top-quality fruit and a deliciously drinkable wine. We loved this delicious open-knit, super versatile red. It's a little taste of McLaren Vale with a Portuguese twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Splash it around, but it’s got serious credentials at table, too.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Varney Wines Entrada GMT\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-varney-wines-entrada-gmt\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Varney Wines Mencia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMencia hasn't quite taken over McLaren Vale the way Touriga or Nero d'Avola have, but if Alan Varney keeps making wines like this, it might just catch up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat started as an experimental release back in 2020 has now graduated to the main lineup, and for good reason. Sourced from Oliver's Taranga in the Seaview sub-region, this 2024 release shows exactly why this Spanish native has such a solid future in the Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlan keeps the winemaking pretty simple - just nine days on skins and a short spell in Burgundy barrels. It’s definitely on the fresher side of things. You get a bright, medium-bodied red that balances juicy red fruit with some really interesting exotic spice and gamey aromatics. It’s a mid-weight red, with tannins that are super approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's drinking great straight away but has the balance to keep for another three to five years if you want to see where it goes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Such a characterful wine, with the making teasing out layers in the fruit, rather than layering inputs in. Thoughtful. Individual. Delicious.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Varney Wines Mencia\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-varney-wines-mencia\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Varney Wines GSM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the quintessential McLaren Vale GSM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a classic case of right varieties grown in the right place. Alan Varney knows how to put these blends together in just the right way thanks to years of experience making wine in South Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe's nailed this wine. The rosy red fruits of the bush vine Grenache coupled with the sweet dark fruits of the Shiraz and the savouriness of the Mataro, it's a winning combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I cited this as the finest GSM in Australia a number of years ago. While subsequent vintages have been good without being stellar, this is a proud return to form.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin MW\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Varney Wines GSM\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-varney-wines-gsm\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Varney Wines Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlan Varney has a real knack for finding the sweet spot between McLaren Vale’s power and elegance. Previously a blend of Hills fruit and fruit from McLaren Vale, this year, it's just the Vale with an emphasis on regional freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout a third of the fruit went in as whole berries, which gives the wine a bright, spicy lift that cuts right through the deeper, plummy notes. It spent up to 30 days on skins to build some proper structure and then tucked away in French oak for nine months. The result is exactly what you want from premium SA Shiraz - plush, silky, and loaded with dark fruit, but with enough freshness to keep you coming back for a second glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Halliday famously noted, Alan’s strength is making wines that feel effortless. This is a polished, safe bet red that punches well above its weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMcLaren Vale Wine Show\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\" It's in the higher realms of medium weight but no more, and with distinct composure. This is fine value, characterful and delicious.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Varney Wines Shiraz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-varney-wines-shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Varney Wines Limited Release Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlan Varney is quickly becoming a name you can’t ignore in the McLaren Vale Grenache conversation, and this Limited Release is his best example of why. It’s a blend of 70-year-old bush vines, pulling fruit from three heavy-hitting sub-regions: Blewitt Springs for that sandy, tilled-earth aromatic lift; Seaview for a racy acid backbone; and Whites Valley for the deep, structural core that holds it all together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage follows a similar blueprint to the highly-acclaimed 2023, focusing on freshness and structure over jammy fruit weight. Alan uses a mix of cold soaking and partial whole-bunch fermentation (staying on skins for up to 22nd days) to build layers of cherry, pomegranate, and subtle spice. Nine months in seasoned French oak ensures the wood stays in the background, allowing the juicy red fruit to take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a lively, textured Grenache that perfectly balances energy with old-vine depth. It’s got enough fine-grained tannin to handle slow-braised lamb or earthy charcuterie, and while it’s absolutely singing right now, it has the pedigree to evolve beautifully in the cellar for the next ten years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is perhaps the finest grenache I have tasted from this address, the three district parcels making up an effortlessly complex whole. Superb.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The palate focuses more on its powdery tannins and savoury dark herb line. Black fruit too. 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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":"benjamin-leroux-burgundy-masterclass-pack","title":"Benjamin Leroux Burgundy Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eBurgundian native Benjamin Leroux is one of the brightest minds and winemaking talents of his generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered a winemaking prodigy from an early age, Leroux attended the \u003cspan\u003eLycée Viticole in Baune at the tender age of 13. Then, at the age of just 26, he ascended to the roles of manager and winemaker in the famed cellars of \u003c\/span\u003eDomaine Comte Armand - a remarkable vote of confidence in one so young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wines speak eloquently of where they come from. A legend in the making, Leroux's wines are some of the most exciting in modern-day Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Benjamin Leroux Savigny-les-Beaune Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Aligote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Benjamin Leroux Savigny-les-Beaune Rouge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"665\" data-start=\"53\"\u003eThe backbone of this cuvée is Aux Fourneaux, one of Savigny’s best sites, where Leroux works with a lot of Pinot Fin – the old, low-yielding material that naturally gives smaller berries and real concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"665\" data-start=\"53\"\u003eAbout 10% of the fruit comes from the 1er Cru section of this vineyard, adding another layer of depth. In 2023, Leroux added a new component: Saucours, a site that stretches toward Les Hauts Jarrons and sits on more alluvial soils. It brings a lift of bright, red-fruited charm that balances Fourneaux’s darker, more structured edge. The result is a blend that may even be more complete than before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1090\" data-start=\"667\"\u003eThe fruit was mostly destemmed, with just 15% whole bunches to bring gentle perfume and energy. It was then raised in a mix of vessels to keep things fresh and transparent. The 2023 vintage here shows plenty of Savigny character – raspberry and spice with a supple mid-palate and fine, lightly grippy tannins. It’s approachable young, but there’s enough structure to see it settle and open nicely over the next 5-7 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-benjamin-leroux-savigny-les-beaune-rouge\" title=\"2023 Benjamin Leroux Savigny-les-Beaune Rouge\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Rouge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"504\" data-start=\"44\"\u003eLeroux’s Bourgogne Rouge has long been one of the benchmarks for how good regional Burgundy can be, and the 2023 release is no exception. This year’s blend pulls fruit from some excellent sites – Maison Dieu in Pommard, Mon Poulain in Volnay, and Les Belles Côtes in Meursault – with a little extra lift coming from Monthélie village and 1er cru parcels. It’s exactly this sort of sourcing that explains why this wine always tastes a step above its category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"901\" data-start=\"506\"\u003eWhole bunches were only used on the estate-grown components, keeping things bright and aromatic without pushing the style too hard. The élevage was a mix of a large 2,200L Grenier oak cask and a handful of smaller barrels, just 10% new, so the focus stays firmly on the fruit. In the glass it’s dark and juicy with a floral edge, carried by fine tannins that give it some real grip and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1083\" data-start=\"903\"\u003eFor many buyers this is the Leroux red to stock up on – it offers a glimpse of his more serious cuvées at a fraction of the price, and in 2023 it really punches above its weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-benjamin-leroux-bourgogne-rouge\" title=\"2023 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Rouge\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Blanc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"566\" data-start=\"175\"\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"974\" data-start=\"568\"\u003eFermented 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1174\" data-start=\"976\"\u003eQuantities, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-benjamin-leroux-bourgogne-blanc\" title=\"2023 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Blanc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Aligote\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"582\" data-start=\"169\"\u003eBenjamin Leroux has always had a soft spot for Aligoté, long before the grape’s current revival. Back in his Comte Armand days he was already championing it, and today he continues to show just how good the variety can be when handled with care. The fruit comes mostly from old vines in Meursault’s Les Belles Roses, planted to the superior Aligoté Doré strain, known for lower yields and more depth of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"584\"\u003eFor the 2023, Leroux has once again kept things precise but unforced, fermenting and ageing in a mix of seasoned ovals, WineGlobes and stoneware amphora. The result is bright, graceful and layered, without the rustic edges Aligoté sometimes carries. The warm harvest window was neatly dodged thanks to Leroux’s early picking, and what you get in the glass is freshness, energy and a lovely sense of clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1168\" data-start=\"995\"\u003eProduction is, as ever, tiny, and it remains one of the benchmark examples of Aligoté in Burgundy. 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