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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":"nv-cadi-alte-prosecco-doc-extra-dry","title":"NV Ca'di Alte Prosecco DOC Extra Dry","description":"\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","brand":"Ca'di Alte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30984324218923,"sku":"NV Ca'di Alte Prosecco DOC Extra Dry","price":22.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Ca_di_Alte_Prosecco_DOC_Extra_Dry.png?v=1572825117"},{"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":"nv-spinifex-solana","title":"NV Spinifex Solana","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's something you don't see from the Barossa every day!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Spinifex Solana is a multi-vintage white wine aged under flor in old barrels for a minimum of four year before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeter Schell, owner\/purveyor of Spinifex, selects parcels of fruit from each vintage to essentially be barreled down for a solera process. It's been a long time in the making. The first fruit for this project was squirreled away during the 2005 harvest. What now sits in the bottle is unlike any white wine you are likely to have tried from the famous Barossa region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a nutty, savoury, saline white golden wine with teriffic texture and extraordinary length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA one of a kind from a one of a kind Barossa winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spinifex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31071964528683,"sku":"NV Spinifex Solana","price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Spinifex_Solana.png?v=1574124281"},{"product_id":"nv-billy-button-wildflower-prosecco","title":"NV Billy Button Prosecco","description":"\u003cp\u003eJo Marsh has a long history of making top quality sparkling wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\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\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\u003cp\u003eThis is the perfect any time, anywhere sparkling and top value to boot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Billy Button","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31496284274731,"sku":"NV Billy Button Prosecco","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Billy_Button_Wildflower_Prosecco.png?v=1582011768"},{"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":"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":"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":"ochota-barrels-spring-release-pack","title":"Ochota Barrels Tasting Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're an Ochota Barrels collector, or new to their unique wines, then this pack is the perfect way to sample for yourself why these are some of the most sought-after cult wines in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Amber Ochota in an innovative but precise style, this release is another exciting chapter in the Ochota Barrels story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wines sell out in a matter of weeks each year and there is never enough to go around, so get in and get your Ochota Barrels fix while stocks last!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Green Room Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Texture Like Sun Sector 12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Surfer Rosa Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Weird Berries in the Woods Gewurztraminer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Ochota Barrels Green Room Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Room has become one of the touchstones for what McLaren Vale Grenache can be when treated with restraint and respect. 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. An excellent wine that makes use of the quality fruit and display of diverse sites.\"\u003cbr\u003e- The Vintage Journal\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Varney Wines Limited Release Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-varney-wines-limited-release-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Varney Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31977885663275,"sku":"Varney McLaren Vale Reds Sampler Pack","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/VarneyMcLarenValeRedsSamplerPack.png?v=1780279763"},{"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":"nv-delamere-sparkling-cuvee","title":"NV Delamere Sparkling Cuvee","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis top value Tasmanian sparkling cuveé starts with base wine stretching back to 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in the traditional method, each disgorgement spends over two years on lees before release, resulting in a beautiful balance of freshness, creaminess and complexity that you rarely find at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelamere owners Fran and Shane are deeply passionate about sparkling wines. To undertake this process is quite time\/labour and financially intensive. The say, \u003cem\u003e\"For a small, family-run, business like ours to pursue this sustainably, the wines must be of exceptional quality, and unique in character.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey've absolutely achieved their mission.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delamere","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32912166846507,"sku":"NV Delamere Sparkling Cuvee","price":39.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVDelamereSparklingCuvee.png?v=1602032751"},{"product_id":"nv-champagne-suenen-oiry-blanc-de-blancs-grand-cru-extra-brut","title":"NV Champagne Suenen Oiry Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Extra Brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eAurélien Suenen has built a reputation as one of the most exciting growers in Champagne, and his home turf in Oiry is the heartbeat of his work. These are chalky, east-facing slopes in the Côte des Blancs, sitting right in the middle of grand cru Chardonnay country. The vines here dig deep into pure chalk, giving wines that are both laser precise and quietly powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Extra Brut is drawn entirely from Oiry fruit, vinified with minimal intervention and aged on lees to build depth without losing tension. Aurélien’s aim is always to let the chalk speak, and it shows – the wine is saline, structured, and deeply mineral, with the sort of vibrancy that makes you want to go back for another glass straight away. Dosage is kept low to underline that clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuenen’s wines are still made in tiny quantities and can be difficult to track down, but they’ve become touchstones for anyone serious about grower Champagne. This bottling, in particular, is one of the purest expressions of Oiry terroir you’ll find.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Suenen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32972214009899,"sku":"NV Champagne Suenen Oiry Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Extra Brut","price":229.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVChampagneSuenenOiryBlancdeBlancsGrandCruExtraBrut.png?v=1604459610"},{"product_id":"applewood-jarrah","title":"Applewood Jarrah","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou might know Brendan and Laura from their wine exploits at Unico Zelo, but they're also doing some fantastic things in the spirit world at their Applewood distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vision is to create spirits with Australian ingredients, to create something unique instead of just emulating those made overseas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey take barley from SA, then ferment and distill it in the Adelaide Hills. It then goes to sleep for four years in barrels made of jarrah wood (straight from Eucalyptus trees!), that in a past life was used to mature Barossa port. It's a beautifully refined whiskey, with an incredible amount of creativity, thought and effort into crafting it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly 100 bottles of the Jarrah were produced, and allocations were tiny - get in quick if you want to get a little taste of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Applewood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33023496847403,"sku":"Applewood Jarrah","price":600.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/ApplewoodJarrah.png?v=1655431988"},{"product_id":"nv-rive-della-chiesa-prosecco","title":"NV Rive Della Chiesa Prosecco","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the world of fizz, Prosecco is special.  Proudly different to Champagne, it has no need to take itself too seriously.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt’s elegant, without having to be showy.  The Gasparetto brothers Luigi and Michele, make this classic example from handpicked fruit in Treviso’s Selva del Montello.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUncomplicated, charming and generously fragrant, this delights with its honeyed, golden delicious and white peach fruit. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rive Della Chiesa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33036771328043,"sku":"NV Rive Della Chiesa Prosecco","price":26.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVRiveDellaChiesaProsecco.png?v=1608767573"},{"product_id":"timo-mayer-masterclass-pack","title":"Timo Mayer Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis limited 'Masterclass' mixed pack is the perfect way to experience the wonderful wines of Yarra Valley cult legend, Timo Mayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerman-born, enigmatic winemaker Timo Mayer is one of the great characters of the Yarra Valley. From his close-planted Yarra Valley vineyard, evocatively named 'Bloody Hill', Timo carves out some astounding wines made with minimal additions and his signature winemaking technique - his penchant for 100% whole-bunch ferment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith son Rivar these days working alongside Timo to plant more vines and craft more wines, the future is bright and exciting for Timo Mayer Wines. These are compelling and extremely limited wines that tell a unique story of the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CiGZ-yTANhw?si=axuiktd9l82JboAR\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Dr. Mayer Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Close Planted Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Pinot Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Dr. Mayer Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTimo Mayer’s ‘Dr. Mayer’ is consistently the most structured, boundary-pushing Pinot in his lineup. It’s driven entirely by his signature use of whole-bunch fermentation, which gives the wine its distinctively wild, savoury edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 vintage carries a bit more warmth and fruit weight than previous releases, but it remains firmly in that classic Mayer groove. The whole-bunch component is perfectly judged this year - it adds serious complexity and a savoury backbone without feeling overtly stalky or green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get a bright core of ripe red plum, raspberry, and dark cherry. It's juicy and aromatic upfront, held together by clean acidity, and finishes with a dry, mineral grip from those superfine, sappy tannins. It's a highly detailed Pinot with plenty of tension and bite. Always the most sought-after in the Timo line-up and with good reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Serious pinot noir, energetic, a real approachability and open weave yet all the detail of tannin, savoury elements, fruit, spice, herbs. Pleasure zones hit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Dr. Mayer Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-dr-mayer-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Close Planted Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTimo Mayer's Close Planted Pinot Noir comes from his tightly spaced estate vineyard just south of Healesville. The vines here are forced to compete and work hard, which naturally limits yields while building serious density and fine structure into the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the only Pinot in Timo's lineup to see a touch of new oak, adding a bit of depth without getting in the way. Given the riper conditions of the vintage, the whole-bunch component sits at around 25%, keeping the wine focused and elegant rather than overtly stalky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can feel the warmth of the year in the glass. It delivers classic close-planted concentration, leading with dark cherry, sweet-edged raspberry, and a hint of forest floor. The palate is plush and generous with real drive, tapering off to a long, slightly firm finish. It's a highly sought-after release that rarely lasts long on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A spread in the palate, an easy access and appeal. Feels mass appeal in its style, but done well.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Close Planted Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-close-planted-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Pinot Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a brand new debut release from Timo, and we loved it when we tasted the lineup with him this year. With his main lineup of reds becoming so fiercely allocated, this Pinot Syrah blend is a brilliant, more accessible entry point into his range. It's the perfect way to get a feel for the Mayer style without breaking the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a 75\/25 split, combining Pinot from his home farm with Syrah sourced out of Gembrook. Timo went with a 50\/50 mix of whole-bunch and destemmed fruit, resulting in a dark, highly perfumed wine where the Syrah really drives the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the fruit is pretty and a little candied right now, a little plusher than the Pinots but still light on its feet. It gives off a faint northern Italian vibe, finishing with a nice hit of spice and violet. Do yourself a favour and serve this with a slight chill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"First release ever. And priced for access to Mayer magic... A delicate, cherry-leading red of rose hip tea, alpine herbs, juiciness, a lick of graphite-shaped tannins. Bistro friendly, chill ready, crisp red fruited feel. Sweetness peaks through but the herb and spice mix does a good job of balance. Light weight and yet a sense of some concentration. A fine, lengthy finish. Yummo.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Pinot Syrah\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-pinot-syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis year is full of surprises from Timo, and this brand-new Grenache debut is a brilliant addition to the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're expecting a heavy, sweet, or syrupy Aussie Grenache, look elsewhere. In true Mayer fashion, he's crafting a wine that prioritises serious structure and tannin over outright richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the black volcanic soils of Kangaroo Ground, it pours a beautiful, transparent medium-red. The nose kicks off warm with a subtle smoky edge, before moving into a palate packed with ripe blood orange, pomegranate, and plum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat really makes this hum, though, is the shape of the wine - bright acidity and firm, grippy tannins lock all that natural fruit weight firmly into place. It’s a beautifully poised, savoury take on the variety that feels right at home in the Mayer portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Pinot-esque, sleek and fine, refreshing red berry fruitiness, some wild herbs, a saltbush or piquant samphire kind of sea succulent salt-bitter-freshness going on. Some moss and bitter roots too. It's not a bitter wine though, just accented by it. The dark fruit lingers past the long finish. A svelte pucker of dusty tannin lending structure. A little bolder than expected, but good gear.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile Timo's Pinots usually hog the spotlight, his Syrah is arguably the best-kept secret in the Yarra Valley. For the die-hard Mayer fans, this is the ultimate \"if-you-know-you-know\" wine, and often the strongest release in his entire lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from a tiny parcel on the upper slopes of his Bloody Hill vineyard, the 2025 release is an absolute belter. Fermented with 100% whole bunches, Timo has managed to integrate the stalks so seamlessly this year that they just sit quietly in the background, providing serious structure without dominating the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere previous years might have leaned heavily into cracked pepper and spice, this vintage is all about pure, lifted intensity. It leads with a beautiful perfume of blue fruits, Satsuma plum, and mulberries. On the palate, it is long, round, and incredibly delicious, driven by a humming line of acidity. For our money, one of the best cool-climate Syrah wines in this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Blue fruited, peppery, dashes of Aussie bush, some game meat notes. Supple texture, a fresh, transparent kind of texture with a sheath of light, lithe tannin. Juiciness inherent, pretty fruit characters, quite the stern, Italianate tannin coming mid palate through the finish, and lingers with a saline-pumice stone minerality. Fine wine paradigms\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Syrah\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTimo Mayer's Cabernet is never going to be your standard, heavy-handed claret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from Saint Huberts Road in the Yarra Valley, he completely flips the script on the variety. Instead of relying on heavy oak, Timo uses 100% whole-bunch fermentation to build the wine's framework. The structure here comes entirely from the skins, stems, and seeds, making for a much fresher, more energetic drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 release carries a bit of extra flesh and a plush, velvety texture. It leads with classic Mayer Cab aromatics - cassis, a hit of blue fruit, and a distinctly leafy freshness, backed by crushed herbs and subtle tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it is highly concentrated but kept perfectly precise by superfine tannins and a driving, graphite-like mineral line. It has the bones to age, but it's dangerously drinkable right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Prettier to taste, blue fruited, mulberry bounce, dark cherry elements, some basil, green pepper, blood orange. Fine boned tannin in a juicy sluice for texture. Medium weight. Has the right moves.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Timo Mayer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33121029455915,"sku":"Timo Mayer Masterclass Pack","price":329.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/TimoMayerMasterclassPack.png?v=1772414252"},{"product_id":"spanking-spanish-reds-pack","title":"Sensacional Spanish Reds Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSix smashing wines from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/spain-red-wines\" title=\"Spanish Red Wines\"\u003eSpain\u003c\/a\u003e that showcase the modern and traditional elements of this historic wine-producing country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Bernabeleva Madrid Camino de Navaherreros Garnacha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Vina Ijalba Tempranillo Rioja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Gran Cerdo Tempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 La Maldicion Vinos de Madrid Tinto Fino\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Alfredo Maestro Vina Almate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Bernabeleva Madrid Camino de Navaherreros Garnacha\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernebeleva's philosophy is all about making wines expressive of place, being in balance with nature and keeping the purity and charm of the fruit on show throughout the whole process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing parcels of Grenache from each vineyard on the estate, this wine is one bursting with vibrant deliciousness. It's got drinkability in abundance, finished off with great finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the more approachable, every day version of his delicious Garnacha wines. Built to drink now with gusto!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Bernabeleva Madrid Camino de Navaherreros Garnacha\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-bernabeleva-madrid-navaherreros-garnacha\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Vina Ijalba Tempranillo Rioja\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDionisio Ruiz planted his first vine in 1975, before years later founding Viña Ijalba, now in its third generation, producing quality ecological wines with a nice balance of the traditional techniques of la Rioja, with approachable modern stylings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViña Ijalba Tempranillo Rioja 2021 is 100% tempranillo. It's a generous, full-flavoured style, full of Spanish flair, but without the heavy oak that can often drag these Rioja reds down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy drinking Temp and tip-top value!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 Vina Ijalba Tempranillo Rioja\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-vina-ijalba-tempranillo-rioja\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Gran Cerdo Tempranillo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot a normal Rioja, not normal by any standard, but delicious pulpy Tempranillo from the iconoclast Gonzalo Grijalba\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, he can't call it Rioja, and nowhere is it mentioned on the label. Rather the label includes the quote \"this wine is dedicated to the bank executives that denied loans to us on the basis that wine is not a seizable asset.\" Gran Cerdo means Fat Pig, and the swine on the label has a mouthful of bank notes. Love a metaphor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Gran Cerdo Tempranillo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-gran-cerdo-tempranillo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTom Puyaubert's Rioja wines are finer expressions, with no American oak, and fruit sourced from higher altitude vineyards, many organic (no mean feat in Rioja).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bozeto is his bargain red offering, a gorgeous blend here that features 40% Grenache, Tempranillo \u0026amp; a splash of Graciano coaxed into a silky yet spicy wine of supreme drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hands-off approach gives the wine a natural feel. Fermentation is in both concrete and tank, then ageing in concrete and large old oak. Some semi-carbonic maceration adds to aromatic lift and a bouncy tang. Lovers of Spanish reds, jump on in!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-bodegas-exopto-rioja-bozeto-de-exopto\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 La Maldicion Vinos de Madrid Tinto Fino\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rocky Valdilecha vineyard is the on the opposite side of Madrid to Bernabeleva, where winemaker Marc Isart has his day job as head winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Tinto is 80% wild Tempranillo and 20% Malvar, a native white grape. Co-fermented, three or so weeks on skins, all cement and tank, no oak - a recipe for bright, energetic Spanish red, a long way removed from traditional Tempranillos from Rioja and Ribera del Duero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 La Maldicion Vinos de Madrid Tinto Fino\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-la-maldicion-vinos-de-madrid-tinto-fino\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Alfredo Maestro Vina Almate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViña Almate was the name of the first vineyard Alfredo ever planted. This is a cracking Tempranillo made from old bush vines grown on various plots from 700m asl in Peñafiel to 1000m asl in the Valtiendas mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll hand harvested, as is the only way with these vines, the fruit comes into the winery as perfect whole clusters. Alfredo ferments this wine as is - bunches and all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt results in a lighter, spicier, more fruit forward style of Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) which is meant to be drunk in its youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Alfredo Maestro Vina Almate\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-alfredo-maestro-vina-almate\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39269533483051,"sku":"Sensacional Spanish Reds Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/SpankingSpanishRedsPack_7054ea14-e9da-4b1d-9241-77fd13b13f3b.webp?v=1730332168"},{"product_id":"two-tonne-tasmania-pinot-noir-masterclass","title":"Two Tonne Tasmania Pinot Noir Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIf you ask us, the sub-regional offerings from Two Tonne Tasmania's main man Ricky Evans represent about the best Sub-$40 you can spend on a bottle of Tasmanian Pinot Noir.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s a stunning lineup from one of Tassie’s most exciting winemakers. The EST \u0026amp; STH Pinot Noirs are particularly scarce this year, and Ricky’s wines never stick around for long. If you want in, don’t wait!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Two Tonne Tasmania STH Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Two Tonne Tasmania EST Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the wine that started it all for Ricky Evans, and after 14 vintages, it remains the definitive snapshot of the Tamar Valley. The TMV is a clever puzzle of fruit sourced from three distinct areas of the valley - a mix of estate blocks and long-term leased sites that Ricky knows inside out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 season was another warm one, forcing an early start to the harvest. Because sugars were moving fast, Ricky focused on picking for freshness, being light-handed in the winery to avoid over-extraction. He stayed cautious with the whole-bunch component, settling on a 10% inclusion across the final blend to add just enough spice and aromatic lift without overshadowing the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a classic, pretty Pinot that captures the Tamar wonderfully. It’s loaded with bright red berries - think raspberry and wild strawberry - wrapped in fine, chalky tannins. Spending 11 months in oak (only 10% new) has kept the palate juicy and vibrant. It’s a fragrant, effortless Pinot that’s made for immediate enjoyment, though it has enough structure to keep things interesting. As always with Two Tonne, it’s dangerously drinkable and stocks never last long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-two-tonne-tasmania-tmv-pinot-noir\" title=\"2025 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Two Tonne Tasmania STH Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the TMV is the snapshot of the north, the STH is Ricky’s exploration of Tasmania’s cooler, southern corners. The 2025 vintage marks a big milestone for this cuvée, with the Huon Valley making its debut alongside the Derwent and Coal River Valleys. It now completes the trio of southern valleys, with each region making up roughly a third of the final blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven though the south is traditionally the coldest end of the island, the 2025 season was warm and generous enough to give this wine a serious amount of plushness. Surprisingly, Ricky found that the new Huon component actually provided the grunt and richness this year. He kept the winemaking light-handed - roughly 10% whole bunch across the parcels and an early press-off to ensure that the tannins stayed soft and pliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegardless, the result is the boldest and most structured Pinot in the Two Tonne range. It’s brooding and dark, loaded with black cherry and plum, but it still carries that essential Tassie lift. Spending 11 months in oak has smoothed out the edges, leaving you with a wine that has plenty of muscle but still feels energetic. It’s always the first to sell out of the three TTT Pinots, this year likely won't be different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-two-tonne-tasmania-sth-pinot-noir\" title=\"2025 Two Tonne Tasmania STH Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Two Tonne Tasmania EST Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EST Pinot is Ricky Evans’ deep dive into the rugged East Coast. Sourced from the windswept Blackwood Estate in Cranbrook, this is where the wild Freycinet coastline and ancient volcanic soils strip away the pretty fruit found in the north, replacing it with something a bit more rugged and edgy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 season was warm and dry, but the East Coast fruit actually came in a little lighter in weight this year. Ricky leaned into this, using a 100% whole-berry fermentation with about 10 days on skins. He worked the ferment gently - pumpovers early and hand-plunging at the finish - before pressing it off warm to preserve the perfume. The result is a slightly prettier, more ethereal version of EST than we usually see, though it still carries that hallmark mineral tannin that is the site's thumbprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven in a lighter frame, the wine's East Coast DNA is unmistakable. You still get the dark cherry and wild herb notes, but it’s the soil-driven, graphite tannins that really define it. It’s the most\"Itanianate\" of the Pinots, to use a clumsy analogy. But suffice to say, if you’re a fan of Pinots that lean into the savoury, mineral side of the spectrum, this is your pick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-two-tonne-tasmania-est-pinot-noir\" title=\"2025 Two Tonne Tasmania EST Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VXm1dgND7ZA?si=2O9jHhSTonavQZoo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Woodlawn Tasmania","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39280883466283,"sku":"Two Tonne Tasmania Pinot Noir Masterclass Pack","price":109.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/TwoTonneTasmaniaPinotNoirMasterclassPack_4d9bf592-7f5f-4b62-8a83-575d671a3772.webp?v=1756449039"},{"product_id":"argentina-tour-pack","title":"Argy-Bargy Argentinian Malbec Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSix deliciously decadent reds that offer the perfect introduction into the world-famous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/argentinian-red-wines\" title=\"Argentinian Red Wines\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMalbecs of Argentina\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Laura Catena La Posta Paulucci Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Luigi Bosca La Linda Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Finca La Florencia Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Ernesto Catena Padrillos Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Bodega Colome Estate Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bodega Catena Zapata Catena Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Laura Catena La Posta Paulucci Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'La Posta' series of wines is Laura Catena's passion project to celebrate the small artisan growers of Mendoza - each wine is named after the grower, such as this perfect everyday Malbec that was grown by Angel Paulucci.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘La Posta’ is the name of the local taverns where growers and farmers gather to share a glass of wine, tell stories and exchange ideas, and indulge their passion for great regional produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one of our favourite Argentinian Malbecs - full-bodied and opulent as you'd expect from this variety, but delivered with balance and restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deliciously approachable Argentinian Malbec and terrific value!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-laura-catena-la-posta-paulucci-malbec\" title=\"2024 Laura Catena La Posta Paulucci Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Luigi Bosca La Linda Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bold, beautiful Malbec comes from the original family-owned winery of the Mendoza region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnowledge of the grapes, soils and turns in the season have been passed down over four generations of the Arizu family, culminating in what is today considered one of the region's most prestigious labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis La Linda Malbec comes from vineyards in the northern tip of the D.O.C. area. It shows the deep, thumping base notes and impenetrable colour that are the signatures of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for that classic Argentinian Malbec hit, this would be a very good place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-luigi-bosca-la-linda-malbec\" title=\"2024 Luigi Bosca La Linda Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Finca La Florencia Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig red lovers, you're on to a winner here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an opulent, ultra-smooth Malbec from a vineyard almost 1000m above sea level, in the iconic region of Mendoza.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Italian family from Piedmonte is behind the wine. Having immigrated in the 19th century, the Cassones established a modern premium winery in the south-west of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining this great old vine fruit with modern, polished winemaking techniques allows current owner Eduardo Cassone to produce powerful yet approachable wines that do great justice to the terroir they come from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-finca-la-florencia-malbec\" title=\"2022 Finca La Florencia Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Ernesto Catena Padrillos Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"360\" data-start=\"60\"\u003eErnesto Catena’s Padrillos Malbec is a great way into the world of Mendoza reds - generous, smooth, and made for easy drinking. The fruit comes from organically farmed vineyards in the Uco Valley, and while this is a simple wine in all the right ways, it still shows the care and personality behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"715\" data-start=\"362\"\u003ePadrillos, meaning “stallions”, is a nod to Ernesto’s polo background and his laid-back approach to making wine that’s full of life. This Malbec is all about ripe red and dark fruits, with a little herbal twist and just enough tannin to keep things tidy. It’s soft, savoury and super versatile - built for relaxed nights in or casual dinners with friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"874\" data-start=\"717\"\u003eThere’s no heavy oak or overextraction here, just bright fruit, good texture and a clean finish. A lovely mid-week red that punches well above its price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-ernesto-catena-padrillos-malbec\" title=\"2024 Ernesto Catena Padrillos Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Bodega Colome Estate Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe historic Bodega Colome has been one of the driving forces in the worldwide growth of Malbec, in many thanks to brilliantly-priced quality wines such as this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 1831 in Salta’s Upper Calchaqui Valley, this region boasts some of the world's highest vineyards, from 2,300 to 3,311 meters above sea level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from four distinct high-altitude vineyards, this Malbec showcases Argentina's diverse terroir. “La Brava” (1,700 masl) offers ripe fruit intensity, “Colomé” (2,300 masl) adds complexity, “El Arenal” (2,700 masl) lends elegance, and “Altura Máxima” (3,100 masl) contributes floral notes and fine tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking this wine is like floating through a velvet fog. Expect bright aromas of blackberries and exotic flowers, leading to a palate of rich black fruit, spiced oak, and hints of pepper. Its fresh acidity and bold tannins reflect the alpine freshness typical of high-altitude Argentine Malbec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced from 100% biodynamic vineyards, it's plush, smooth and silky to drink. An excellent value full-bodied red from one of Argentina's most respected labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-bodega-colome-estate-malbec\" title=\"2022 Bodega Colome Estate Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bodega Catena Zapata Catena Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to Malbec in Mendoza, there’s Catena Zapata and then there’s everyone else. The Catena family has spent four generations mastering high-altitude viticulture, and the results speak for themselves in this beautifully expressive wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Malbec captures the full breadth of Argentina's rugged mountain terroir, sourced from a trio of Mendoza’s top sites, including Lunlunta, El Cepillo, and Gualtallary. Hand-harvested from old vines grown on rocky, limestone-rich soils, the fruit sees a cool fermentation and gentle handling to lock in its natural vibrancy. Maturation in French oak for 11–13 months polishes the wine without dulling its wild heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage brings plush layers of black cherry, plum and violet, framed by fine tannins and a lick of fresh acidity that keeps everything light on its feet. It’s generous without being heavy, structured without being rigid, it's textbook Catena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn absolute benchmark for great value Mendoza Malbec, offering both immediate drinkability and the pedigree to reward cellaring for a decade or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-bodega-catena-zapata-catena-malbec\" title=\"2023 Bodega Catena Zapata Catena Malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39402371743787,"sku":"Argy-Bargy Argentinian Malbec Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Argy-BargyArgentinianMalbecPack_2ebc2511-c043-4411-a94d-85f179d846ae.webp?v=1776227643"},{"product_id":"nv-bailly-lapierre-cremant-de-bourgogne-chardonnay","title":"NV Bailly Lapierre Cremant de Bourgogne Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003e Very much a ‘Northern’ Burgundian style here, think Chablis with bubbles and you’ll be on the right track.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% Chardonnay with a mineral edge. It screams of elegance and finesse, nothing boisterous. There is the green apple crispness, and bright citrus acidity, yet with just the right amount of dosage to soften and round out the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is such a fantastic example of Cremant de Bourgogne, sophisticated wine for the sophisticated drinker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bailly Lapierre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39499648368683,"sku":"NV Bailly Lapierre Cremant de Bourgogne Chardonnay","price":44.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVBaillyLapierreCremantdeBourgogneChardonnay_1.png?v=1637210114"},{"product_id":"nv-amanti-prosecco","title":"NV Amanti Prosecco","description":"\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","brand":"Amanti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39527969292331,"sku":"NV Amanti Prosecco","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVAmantiProsecco.png?v=1637210413"},{"product_id":"2019-mount-mary-masterclass-pack","title":"Mount Mary Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Mount Mary Reflexion Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Mount Mary Marli Russell RP1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Mount Mary Reflexion Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Mount Mary Marli Russell RP2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Mount Mary Reflexion Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Mount Mary Reflexion Chardonnay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount Mary Chardonnay is one of the most hunted wines in the country, usually requiring a spot on a long-standing mailing list and a serious investment to secure. The Réflexion Chardonnay is made from the estate's younger vines, which don't quite have the horsepower for the flagship label yet, but they are still grown on the same hallowed ground and handled by Sam Middleton with the exact same level of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam treats this fruit just like the iconic estate Chardonnay: full barrel fermentation and a healthy dose of solids to build in weight and a bit of \"chew.\" Because the vines are younger and the 2024 season was on the cooler side, the result is a fresher, more nimble style. It trades the massive, long-term cellar potential of its big brother for immediate, high-energy drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get citrus blossom, white stone fruit, and a clean, zesty line of acidity, all rounded out by a subtle creaminess from the oak. It’s not the world-beating flagship, but it gives you a clear look at what Sam can do with this grape at about a third of the price. If you want the Mount Mary pedigree without the triple-digit price tag, this is absolutely worth a look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-mount-mary-reflexion-chardonnay\" title=\"2024 Mount Mary Reflexion Chardonnay\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Mount Mary Marli Russell RP1\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Marli Russell label of Yarra Valley pioneers Mount Mary is named in honour of co-founder Marli Middleton, and her adventurous enthusiasm for the winery to explore new ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn line with this Mount Mary planted 7 Rhone varieties 16 years ago, ideally suited to the Valley's warming climate, including the three in this white blend - Marsanne, Roussanne and Clairette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its honeyed pears and ripe green melon, it’s got both presence and gorgeous texture. Tight, smokey lemongrass and herbal edges keep things straight and the scales balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn true Mount Mary style they’re well on their way to building another classic!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-mount-mary-marli-russell-rp1\" title=\"2024 Mount Mary Marli Russell RP1\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Mount Mary Reflexion Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mount Mary Pinot Noir is one of the most coveted wines from this great estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Réflexion series offers an accessible look into the Mount Mary style. Sourced entirely from the property's younger vines, these wines are bottled only when winemaker Sam Middleton identifies a parcel that is stylistically distinct from the flagship estate blend. While the primary Mount Mary Pinot Noir is built for decades in the cellar, Réflexion is crafted to be approachable and expressive in its youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 release is a bright, high-energy Pinot that leans into a \"crunchier\" framework. It leads with an inviting bouquet of wild strawberry, ripe cranberry, and quince paste, with just a hint of oak spice in the background. Despite its lighter colour, the wine carries impressive concentration and intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a Pinot of considerable charm and persistence that gives you a glimpse of the Mount Mary pedigree at a fraction of the usual price. Only a small amount of the Reflexion wines are bottled and they are never available for long. With Mount Mary and Pinot Noir on the label, this will fly quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-mount-mary-reflexion-pinot-noir\" title=\"2024 Mount Mary Reflexion Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Mount Mary Marli Russell RP2\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld guard icons are not always known for tinkering with a winning formula. But the considered experimentation in the Marli Russell reds brings these Rhone-inspired beauties well beyond mere project wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after Sam Middleton’s grandmother, this range is the result of a long-term experiment with Rhône varieties on the estate. The RP2 is a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Shiraz that trades heavy-handed ripeness for the finesse that Mount Mary is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 season was a game of two halves; a cooler start provided a taut, mineral edge, while a dry February ripened the Grenache and Shiraz beautifully. It’s light-to-medium bodied and very refreshing. You get bright pomegranate and wild strawberry notes that transition into a more brooding mid-palate, all held together by seamless, silky tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a sophisticated, Southern Rhône-inspired blend from one of the Yarra's most famous addresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-mount-mary-marli-russell-rp2\" title=\"2024 Mount Mary Marli Russell RP2\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Mount Mary Reflexion Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRéflexion Cabernets offers a more immediate, generous take on the BDX blend from the iconic Mount Mary in the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from younger estate vines and selected parcels that didn’t fit stylistically with their legendary Quintet, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and a dash of Petit Verdot is all about approachability and drinkability now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s absolutely delicious, showing dark berries, graphite, bay leaf and gentle cedar from a measured touch of oak. The palate is medium-bodied and neatly shaped, with fine tannins and a clean, persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great choice if you love the classic Mount Mary feel but want something that’s drinking well now - or something to see you through while the Quintet slumbers in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Magnificent perfume... plum compote, dried fig and juicy black cherry. Lusty flavour with a coolness underlying.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-mount-mary-reflexion-cabernets\" title=\"2023 Mount Mary Reflexion Cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mount Mary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39590514720811,"sku":"Mount Mary Masterclass Pack","price":279.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/MountMaryMasterclassPack.webp?v=1777862198"},{"product_id":"nv-bleasdale-vineyards-sparkling-shiraz","title":"NV Bleasdale Vineyards Sparkling Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from a blend of each vintage of Shiraz since 1997, this is Bleasdale's take on the uniquely Australian style of sparkling Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a rich and deep, versatile wine to spice up any occasion. A great wine to drink around the pool, share with friends at your next luncheon, or you could even turn it into a Sangria if you feel like jazzing it up a little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePop it in the fridge and you'll have a perfect refresher for a hot day. Bonza!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZTz24IUSHzE?si=nd3xexZb03qzyVMZ\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Bleasdale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39592937455659,"sku":"NV Bleasdale Vineyards Sparkling Shiraz","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/bleasdale-sparkling-shiraz-nv-750ml_medres_1.png?v=1643328246"},{"product_id":"bargain-beaujolais-pack","title":"Hey Hey It's Beaujolais! Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/beaujolais-red-wines\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeaujolais\u003c\/a\u003e is one of the last bastions of great value wine in France where fresh and frisky reds made from the loveable Gamay grape are still approachable enough in price to be enjoyed any night of the week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are six of our favourites that won't bust the bank. It's the perfect way to explore this much-loved French wine region at a great price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine les Prevelieres Morel Pierre Dorees Grain d’Argile Beaujolais\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Chateau de La Chaize Fleurie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Chateau De Corcelles Beaujolais Villages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Pierre-Marie Chermette Beaujolais Les Griottes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Jean Paul Dubost Beaujolais-Villages Lantignie Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages is one of the best value entry-level Beaujolais on the Australian market. Crafted from 100% Gamay sourced from 50-year-old vines, this wine delivers everything you want in a fresh, light-bodied red-bright fruit, natural freshness, and incredible drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, bright notes of cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate leap from the glass, while the palate reveals a juicy core supported by crisp acidity and fine tannins. It’s light, crunchy, and wonderfully refreshing, perfect for enjoying with a slight chill. The granite soils and hand-harvested grapes lend a touch of complexity, making this a seriously fun yet refined wine that’s a joy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re looking for a great companion to your next picnic or a versatile red to pair with grilled chicken or salads, this Beaujolais-Villages is our go-to. Delightfully smashable, it’s proof that quality Beaujolais doesn’t have to break the bank!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dominique-piron-beaujolais-villages\" title=\"2024 Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine les Prevelieres Morel Pierre Dorees Grain d’Argile Beaujolais\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a small clay-based vineyard in Beaujolais, Grain d’Argile captures the easy charm of good Gamay with a bit of extra texture and depth. The vineyard is farmed organically, and everything in the cellar is done with a soft touch – spontaneous ferment, no additions, no fining or filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage has a lively, red-fruited energy to it – bright cherry and cranberry with a subtle herbal edge. There’s a gentle grip from the tannins, but it still feels juicy and light on its feet. The clay soils bring a little roundness to the palate, keeping things supple without losing freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a clean, pure take on Beaujolais, and tremendous value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This does gamay great justice, revealing an ultra-drinkable and immediately charming wine. With finesse.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-les-prevelieres-morel-pierre-dorees-grain-d-argile-beaujolais\" title=\"2024 Domaine les Prevelieres Morel Pierre Dorees Grain d’Argile Beaujolais\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Chateau de La Chaize Fleurie\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"361\" data-start=\"61\"\u003eChâteau de La Chaize might be one of the oldest names in Beaujolais, but it’s definitely not stuck in the past. With new energy behind the scenes and a shift toward organics and minimal handling, the wines have taken on a real sense of clarity and charm. This Fleurie shows that shift in full flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"686\" data-start=\"363\"\u003eThe fruit comes off old vines grown on the classic pink granite soils of the cru. It’s all handpicked, wild-fermented and aged in a mix of concrete and large old oak, keeping things fresh and letting the vineyard do the talking. There’s nothing fancy or overdone here - just straight-up, delicious Gamay made the right way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"849\" data-start=\"688\"\u003eIt’s light, savoury and quietly complex, with that gentle Fleurie perfume and a clean, fine-boned structure that makes it dangerously easy to keep going back to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-chateau-de-la-chaize-fleurie\" title=\"2023 Chateau de La Chaize Fleurie\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Chateau De Corcelles Beaujolais Villages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe highest quality Beaujolais is perhaps at its highest peak ever. But the original, simple beauty and value of wines from this region are captured in the Corcelles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from 35 hectares of sandy-clay soils, this wine brings together the richness and expressiveness of the Perreon and Charentay vineyards with the elegance and freshness of the later-ripening Pruzilly vineyards. With an average vine age of 45 years, this wine embodies tradition and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked by a dedicated team of 150 grape pickers, the grapes undergo traditional semi-carbonic maceration, with a 6-7 day fermentation and pumping over. The wine matures in stainless steel tanks before bottling in the spring, preserving its fresh and lively character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its buxom bottle and gutsy dark spiced cherry fruit, it’s a fun red to revel in, whatever the occasion. It's a fantastic wine to share with friends over dinner, or to enjoy by yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-chateau-de-corcelles-beaujolais-villages-1\" title=\"2023 Chateau De Corcelles Beaujolais Villages\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Pierre-Marie Chermette Beaujolais Les Griottes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePierre-Marie Chermette (formerly Domaine du Vissoux) is one of the true beacons of quality in Beaujolais, a producer who was championing sustainable farming long before it was fashionable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Les Griottes' is named after the grove of wild cherry trees that borders the vineyard in Saint-Vérand. While this is positioned as their approachable, early-drinking cuvée, the vines here are 30 to 40 years old—a serious age for an entry-level wine. Grown on the region's dark granite soils, these vines produce Gamay with genuine depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking remains steadfastly traditional: whole bunches, wild yeasts and semi-carbonic maceration in concrete tanks, followed by a short rest in old oak casks. It is the classic recipe for \"real\" Beaujolais.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage was on the cooler side, which has gifted this wine a thirst-quenching energy. As the name suggests, it is packed with bright cherry fruit, alongside notes of blueberry, strawberry and a distinct \"cherrystone\" tang. It is light-to-medium bodied, crunchy and impossibly easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-pierre-marie-chermette-beaujolais-les-griottes\" title=\"2024 Pierre-Marie Chermette Beaujolais Les Griottes\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Jean Paul Dubost Beaujolais-Villages Lantignie Rouge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe effortlessly delicious Jean Paul Dubost Beaujolais-Villages Lantignié Rouge is a wine that delivers cru quality at a remarkable value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine Dubost Morgon, established in 1902, is now helmed by fourth-generation vigneron Jean-Paul Dubost who is dedicated to organic farming and non-interventionist winemaking. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProduced using classic semi-carbonic maceration of whole clusters, this Gamay is bottled with minimal intervention, no added sulphur and just a light filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLantignié is a sub-zone we’ve watched closely - it’s widely considered the \"eleventh cru\" in waiting because the granite soils here punch way above their weight. This 2024 is a cracker. It’s made with whole clusters and zero added sulphur, giving it that wild, authentic energy we love from the Dubost cellar. It’s bright, brambly, and carries a serious mineral grit that makes it feel far more expensive than the label suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is crunchy and lifted, woven together with a refreshing acidity that keeps you coming back for another glass. It’s got that moreish, savoury edge and a hint of spice that makes Gamay so addictive. This is pure, unadulterated Beaujolais that’s built for drinking right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-jean-paul-dubost-beaujolais-villages-lantignie-rouge\" title=\"2024 Jean Paul Dubost Beaujolais-Villages Lantignie Rouge\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39597363003435,"sku":"Hey Hey It's Beaujolais! 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The perfect wine for any special occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points \u0026amp; Top 100 Wines of 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A champagne of decadent abundance from great growers Vincent and Raphael Bérêche. Orange zest, apple strudel and its warm spices, some wild flowers and grilled nuts. It’s a champagne that leans into a more vinous style, rich and full through the mid-palate but still managing to seamlessly transition through to a fine, fresh and linear finish.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Bereche \u0026 Fils","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39641843957803,"sku":"NV Bereche \u0026 Fils Brut Reserve","price":130.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NV_Bereche___Fils_Brut_Reserve_700x_21a71b2a-19e5-4e59-9d30-648e54d2c4ad.png?v=1638150581"},{"product_id":"nv-bellebonne-bis-rose","title":"NV Bellebonne Bis Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003eTasmania has repeatedly proven itself to be the premier sparkling region of Australia. Sometimes, all it takes is the right winemaker to emphasise just how spectacular it can be. Natalie Fryar is the right winemaker. With fruit sources around the state, mostly in the north, she is able to craft breathtaking wines from all corners of the island.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bis NV is a pale Rose made entirely from Pinot Noir made in the methode traditionelle style, with up to two years on lees for added complexity. It opens up beautifully, with toasted brioche and under ripe strawberries on the nose, with a complex palate of toasted brioche, cream, cranberries and rose petals. 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Based just outside Athens, the family’s been working with Savatiano for generations - long before anyone outside Greece was paying much attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Vassilis Papagiannakos is leading the charge to show what this humble local grape can really do, and this vino is a great example of what he's trying to tell the world about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes off 70-year-old, dry-grown vines planted in limestone-rich soils, and what you get in the glass is all about freshness and charm. It’s clean and lively, with gentle citrus and a little herbal lift. There’s a lovely, easy texture through the middle and a nicely dry finish that makes it a natural with food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a lovely, honest wine that captures its place. Authentic, refreshing, and bloody good value for what it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-papagiannakos-old-vines-savatiano\" title=\"2024 Papagiannakos Old Vines Savatiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Douloufakis Dafnios Vidiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're an adventurous soul, you'll delight in this new find from a place of real antiquity. Vidiano is a rare white grape from the island of Crete, offering up a stylish, textural white with depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other white grapes revived from near extinction (think Arneis, Viognier), Vidiano is a tricky variety that doesn't produce big crops. But dedicated organic growers like Douloufakis sensitively ferment and age in stainless steel to maintain bright fruit and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFleshy with yellow pear, honeysuckle florals and lovely lemon zestiness, if you're into comparisons, it's a little like Pinot Gris with a touch more flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll love this distinctive white with the bold spice and smoke of barbecued seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-douloufakis-dafnios-vidiano\" title=\"2024 Douloufakis Dafnios Vidiano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Kir Yianni Assyrtiko Amyndeon PGI\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"183\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eKir-Yianni’s Assyrtiko is a bright, finely tuned take on Greece’s flagship white, shaped by the cool, high-altitude vineyards of Amyndeon and the region’s steady, continental climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"375\" data-start=\"185\"\u003eA short stint on skins, stainless steel fermentation, and a few months resting on fine lees gives the wine just the right amount of texture and detail without muting the grape’s natural zip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"565\" data-start=\"377\"\u003eIt’s fresh and focused, with lemon, green apple and a touch of stone fruit over a clean, chalky finish. There’s a quiet energy here - nothing flashy, just beautifully made and easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"716\" data-start=\"567\"\u003eWhether you’re pouring it by the glass or pulling it out with seafood, this is modern Assyrtiko done right - snappy, textural and seriously refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-kir-yianni-assyrtiko-amyndeon-pgi\" title=\"2024 Kir Yianni Assyrtiko Amyndeon PGI\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Zafeirakis Limniona Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChristos Zafeirakis is a champion of the variety Limniona. Limniona is a rare indigenous Greek red variety that is most often found in Thessaly but, thanks to great work by Christos, has increasing prominence across Greece. It’s a red grape suited to both table reds and rose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the Zafeirakis vineyards are certified organic and the fruit quality is excellent. Christos prides himself on chasing freshness and subtlety over richness and power, and we certainly see that here, deliciously fresh with pretty berries and cranberry crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a wine that will hit the spot but also offer a new shade of pink to your Rose line up. Give it a whirl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Brilliant pink hue with aromas of wild strawberry, thyme and spring blossoms. Dry, crisp palate bursts with juicy watermelon, strawberry and fresh herbs. Flavourful, pure and beautifully balanced.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Decanter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-zafeirakis-limniona-rose\" title=\"2024 Zafeirakis Limniona Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Gaia Monograph Agiorgitiko\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaia were one of the first crews to really put modern Greek wine on the map back in the 90s, and they still know how to deliver the goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Monograph Agiorgitiko is the perfect starting point if you haven't dabbled much in indigenous Greek reds. Sourced from higher-altitude vines in the Peloponnese, it manages to hold onto its freshness despite the Mediterranean heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey haven't messed about with oak here. It's all done in stainless steel to keep the fruit front and center, letting the variety speak for itself. The result is super vibrant - deep purple in the glass with loads of ripe cherry and pomegranate fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s medium-bodied with really soft, smooth tannins that just glide across the palate. Honestly, it's just a smashable red that doesn't need overthinking. Works a treat with spicy food or grilled lamb, and it definitely benefits from 20 mins in the fridge before you pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-gaia-monograph-agiorgitiko\" title=\"2024 Gaia Monograph Agiorgitiko\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Thymiopoulos Young Vines Xinomavro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"508\" data-start=\"123\"\u003eApostolos Thymiopoulos has almost single-handedly put Naoussa and Xinomavro back on the map, and his Young Vines bottling is where most people first fall for his wines. It’s made from younger plantings around his family vineyards in northern Greece, farmed biodynamically and handled with the same care as his top cuvées, but released early to be more approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"857\" data-start=\"510\"\u003eThe 2023 is fermented naturally, aged in concrete and large old oak, with minimal intervention – Apostolos is all about letting the fruit and place do the talking. The style here is bright and juicy, full of red fruit and spice, with that trademark Xinomavro savoury edge but without the firm tannin grip you often see in more serious bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1121\" data-start=\"859\"\u003eIt’s the kind of wine that’s dangerously easy to drink, versatile at the table, and just a great way to get to know both the grape and the winemaker. For the price, it’s hard to beat – an authentic taste of Naoussa from one of Greece’s most exciting producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-thymiopoulos-young-vines-xinomavro\" title=\"2023 Thymiopoulos Young Vines Xinomavro\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39809736179755,"sku":"It's All Greek To Me Six Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/It_sAllGreekToMeSixPack_b6584a88-411f-468b-9c3d-54ab56c45feb.webp?v=1776746001"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/just-landed.oembed?page=22","provider":"Different Drop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}