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- 2025 Murdoch Hill Pinot Noir
- 2024 Vignerons Schmolzer & Brown Pret A Rouge
- 2024 Bel Colle Langhe Nebbiolo
- 2025 Aphelion Welkin Nero d'Avola
- 2024 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto
- 2025 Cirillo Single Vineyard Shiraz
2025 Murdoch Hill Pinot Noir
Michael 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.
Michael 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.
It’s bright, energetic, and incredibly easy to like. It’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.
It’s light on its feet, effortless to drink, and belongs on a lunch table with some charcuterie or a roast chicken. This is exactly what you want in a house Pinot.
Read More2024 Vignerons Schmolzer & Brown Pret A Rouge
Tessa 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.
The 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.
We’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.
Read More92 points
"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."
- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)
2024 Bel Colle Langhe Nebbiolo
This might be the best value entry into the world of Piedmont to hit Australian shores this year.
While 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.
The 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.
It'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.
92 points
"A clear, honest wine that shows how young Nebbiolo can be fun and delicious."
- Jeff Porter (Wine Enthusiast)
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"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."
- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)
2025 Aphelion Welkin Nero d'Avola
Rob 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.
The 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.
We’ve always enjoyed Nero d’Avola from McLaren Vale, and this is a tasty example of why this pairing works so well.
Read More2024 Bodegas Exopto Rioja Bozeto de Exopto
Tom 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.
While 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).
Tom 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.
Read More2025 Cirillo Single Vineyard Shiraz
Made from grapes sourced from high quality Barossa vineyard, winemaker Marco Cirillo's 2023 Single Vineyard Shiraz is serious value.
Utilizing 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.
It's a delicious entry point to Barossa Valley Shiraz and another bargain from this much-loved artisan producer.
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| Price Bracket | $30 or Less |
| Size | 3 |
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