{"title":"Top Scoring Red Wines","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"2016-mount-mary-quintet","title":"2016 Mount Mary Quintet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe iconic Mount Mary Quintet is one of the jewels of the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blend of the five Bordeaux varieties, planted side-by-side on one of the Yarra's most revered sites. This personifies the medium-bodied, regal style of Cabernet blends from this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2016 vintage was warmer than average, the fruit getting to perfect ripeness and beautifully guided to bottle by young family winemaker Sam Middleton. All the ducks in a row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thing of beauty. A thing of class. A wine for the cellar to be marvelled at for decades to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Delightful flavour of small red (mainly) and black berries, deft and precise, with a finish that's long and crisp, which leaves no doubt about the quality of this wine. Line and length. Fragrance and poise. Subtle, yet thoroughly persuasive. Gentle rasp of tannin cleans the mouth. It's a rare bird, this Cabernet.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The ultimate Bordeaux blend, both in theory and reality. Almost butterfly wing transparency, yet compelling intensity and length, the flavours spanning cassis to blueberry to plum and blackcurrant, all with a textured backing.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Mount Mary 'One Little Hill'\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0brDAeIfm1k\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mount Mary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14551523229739,"sku":"2016 Mount Mary Quintet","price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/MountMaryQuintet_fd6117a8-a044-4c3f-ae16-ba7ccbf3e0b2.webp?v=1760921285"},{"product_id":"2017-elvio-cogno-barolo-ravera","title":"2017 Elvio Cogno Barolo Ravera","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wonderful Barolo from Novello, from the house that put this cru on the map. This wine comes off the vines that surround their historic cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile this wine is known for its youthful austere severity, as it ages it loses nothing of its classic characteristics, only gaining more depth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFirm, elegant and potent on the nose, it’s a classic combination of rose, mint and tobacco, that will evolve over the course of time into spices, coffee, liquorice, truffle, leather. This offering is full-bodied, with a rounded bouquet of great structure and balance. A unique testimony to a prestigious terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elvio Cogno","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39399474135083,"sku":"2017 Elvio Cogno Barolo Ravera","price":195.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/ProductImageCutOut_36.png?v=1625454818"},{"product_id":"2019-marius-symphony-shiraz","title":"2019 Marius Symphony Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Symphony is the finest, richest, most powerful Shiraz from the middle section of the Marius vineyard in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine shows imperious strength. It's the kind of wine that booms out across the room thumping its fist, loudly proclaiming its place of origin. The rare red gravels on the Marius vineyard impart a quality to the grapes like no other site in Australia. Owner\/proprietor Roger Pike does is coaxes this individual character into the glass with a deft touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a wine that is going to look brilliant in 20+ years, this remarkable wine should be on your list for a number of reasons - not least of which is the incredible value it offers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marius","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39438358478891,"sku":"2019 Marius Symphony Shiraz","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/MariusSymphonyShiraz.png?v=1630639783"},{"product_id":"2016-castello-dei-rampolla-d-alceo","title":"2016 Castello dei Rampolla D’Alceo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \"Super Tuscan\" has been one of the most polarising developments in the world of wine. While Australians are accustomed to seeing a broad variety of grapes grown even within one region, things are not so simple in many European, \"Old World\" countries. The term \"Super Tuscan\" refers to a red wine made in Tuscany that contains non-indigenous grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or Syrah.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCastello dei Rampolla's approach to the D'Alceo has changed over the years; they now use less new oak in an attempt to shine the spotlight on the fruit. It's a big, bold and utterly captivating wine that will continue to develop marvellously in bottle for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castello Dei Rampolla","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39861370617899,"sku":"2016 Castello dei Rampolla D’Alceo","price":249.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2016CastellodeiRampollaD_Alceo.png?v=1645146780"},{"product_id":"2019-tenuta-di-trinoro-rosso-toscana","title":"2019 Tenuta di Trinoro Rosso Toscana","description":"\u003cp\u003eEach year, Andrea Franchetti of Tenuta di Trinoro crafts his flagship Rosso according to what the vintage offers. He is a winemaker with an open mind and a sensitive touch who carefully observes the annual conditions and chooses the absolute best for this wine. As such, there is no set cepage or even style, and vintages are bound only by their quality, power, and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, it is heady and rich whilst simultaneously flowing with grace and perfume. The terroir shines through with notes of wet stone and undertones of smoky minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phenomenal wine that will reward deeply on many levels, 100 Points from Monica Larner at Wine Advocate merely underlines what an investment this bottle is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/TenutadiTrinoroReviewExcerpt_600x600.jpg?v=1695869242\" alt=\"Tenuta di Trinoro Review Excerpt\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Tenuta di Trinoro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly establishing plantings in 1992 Tenuta di Trinoro sits in viticultural isolation in sheep grazing country where Tuscany meets Umbria and Lazio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndrea Franchetti deliberately concentrated his plantings around Cabernet Franc, where he sees parallels with the limestone and gravels of Bordeaux’s right bank appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSparing no expense and focused on exceptional quality, the vines are farmed biodynamically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTight planting, high thinning, very low yields, extreme ripeness, and concentration of flavour characterise his winemaking style. The wines are highly perfumed and opulent, at once approachable and meant to be left to develop in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenuta di Trinoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39964644343851,"sku":"2019 Tenuta di Trinoro Rosso Toscana","price":650.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2019TenutadiTrinoroRossoToscana.png?v=1649207503"},{"product_id":"2019-comyns-co-reserve-shiraz","title":"2019 Comyns \u0026 Co. 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Reserve Shiraz","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2019Comyns_CoReserveShiraz.png?v=1649648119"},{"product_id":"2019-yangarra-high-sands-grenache-1-5l","title":"2019 Yangarra High Sands Grenache 1.5L","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are few wineries in Australia with as clear a vision as Yangarra.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTheir commitment to producing world-class, Australian grown, Rhone-style wines is second to none. With their remarkable, biodynamic McLaren Vale vineyard and the formidable winemaking skills of Peter Fraser, Yangarra is one of the most exciting wine ventures in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTheir High Sands Grenache is a wine to behold. It has been compared to the great Grenaches of Chateauneuf du Pape, iconic wines like Rayas and Beaucastel. This release of the High Sands marks another step forward in the assertion of truly great Australian wines on the world stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis release takes pride of place at the top of the Australian Grenache pantheon. If you want to see the very best Grenache that Australia has to offer, the High Sands is a drinking experience that will stay with you for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yangarra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40064562561067,"sku":"2019 Yangarra High Sands Grenache 1.5L","price":550.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/HighSands19_1_9b46972f-2d4d-464c-b813-efe974cdaa1f.png?v=1652160313"},{"product_id":"mclaren-vale-grenache-masterclass-pack","title":"McLaren Vale Grenache Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcLaren Vale Grenache is becoming one of Australia's most important wine styles, thanks to the region's Mediterranean climate, old vines, and some of the best producers in the land pushing the quality of the variety perpetually forward. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sandy soils and cooling sea breezes help retain freshness and elegance, giving Grenache from McLaren Vale a beautiful balance between power and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s Australia’s answer to Rhône, but with a bold, unmistakable Aussie swagger. Here are the frontrunners for the \u003cem\u003e\"Grenache-\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaissance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 S.C. Pannell Little Branch Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Aphelion Wait Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 MMAD Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 S.C. Pannell Little Branch Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the debut release of Steve Pannell's new baby, the stunning 2022 Little Branch Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePannell purchased this gem of a vineyard in the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBlewitt Springs dress-circle 2021, which boasts ancient Maslin Beach sands and 30-year-old vines. These vines, combined with the unique ironstone-flecked soils at 140 meters above sea level, bring a lot of character to this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs always, Pannell employs traditional techniques like whole bunch fermentation and aging in old French oak vats. The wine is fermented with a small percentage of whole clusters and left on skins for 13 days before being pressed and matured. This hands-off approach really lets the vineyard’s natural qualities shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you take a sip, you’re hit with bright red fruits like raspberry and strawberry, followed by a complex array of spices—cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and cassia. There’s a hint of toffee apple and spun sugar, finishing with musk and rose oil. The texture is smooth and sophisticated, with stealthy tannins that build up slowly, leaving a lasting impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA remarkable first Little Branch release from Steve, and surely a wine to watch and collect for many years to come. Extremely limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is an impactful grenache made by somebody who prizes Italian wines. The tannins are an immense force field, with kirsch, strawberries and dried Mediterranean herbs, and a note of almond husk that gives noble bitterness. The density, poise and grace are thoroughly impressive. This is a structured grenache built for the cellar.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-s-c-pannell-little-branch-grenache\" title=\"2022 S.C. Pannell Little Branch Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-s-c-pannell-little-branch-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrad Hickey’s first solo varietal Grenache here, sourced from vines planted in the '50s, nestled in the hilly Clarendon sub-region. Only 100 cases made, so if you’re lucky enough to grab one, drink it with someone you really like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a beautiful depiction of this famous McLaren Vale vineyard. There’s lavender and cloves on the nose, mingling with hints of orange peel, feijoa, and cinnamon—a sensory journey that dances across the palate with dusty, fine tannins, all kept in perfect harmony by 15 months in old French oak. It’s got that medium-bodied finesse we love in a great Grenache, but with enough backbone to keep improving in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label, by Sydney artist Alesandro Ljubicic, is as eye-catching as the wine itself—beautiful, bold, and unmistakably Brash Higgins. Drink it now for its sheer vibrancy, or tuck it away for a few years and see how it unfolds. Either way, this Grenache is all class and a great debut release from the one and only Brash Higgins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is good, quirky and, like its winemaker, probing for secrets and answers... Chinotto, tamarind, clove and kirsch, the souk-scented ferrous tannins a spicy curtail to any excess. There is a scent of the southern Rhone more, perhaps, than the Gredos (the aspirational totem for so many). A beautiful point of difference with every sip.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin MW (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-brash-higgins-smart-vineyard-grenache\" title=\"2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-brash-higgins-smart-vineyard-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYangarra is arguably Australia's finest producer of Grenache, and this stunning wine is surely one of their finest (and best value) releases yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir remarkable, certified biodynamic vineyard in the higher reaches of McLaren Vale produces a fleet of awe-inspiring Grenache, with this 'Old Vine' release being the heart and soul of the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from 70-year-old, non-irrigated bush vines, with Yangarra's incredible winery doing its bit to maintain all the purity of fruit and natural vineyard character in the wine. It's not jubey and fruity, nor is it rich and inky - this is an emphatically perfumed, seriously structured, utterly delicious Grenache that will only improve with time in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a no-brainer for any Grenache lover. Stock up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bush vines planted in 1946 on a deep sandy dune. Hand-picked and sorted, with 50% whole berries for a wild ferment. Perfumed rose petals and wild strawberries, the palate bursts with energy and drive, all in a red spectrum.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yangarra-old-vine-grenache\" title=\"2022 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yangarra-old-vine-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Aphelion Wait Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAphelion winemaker Rob Mack sources his fruit from growers he knows and respects, with the fruit for this wine coming from the sandy soils of the Wait Vineyard in McLaren Vale's Blewitt Springs sub-region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally planted in the 1940s, the vineyard is dry-grown and produces small berries with intense structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith only a single 600L barrel produced, this is a great example of truly age-worthy, collectable Grenache from a winemaker who loves the grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a little bit of ageing in neutral French oak, following a long and slow fermentation with 100% whole bunches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"What a wine. This is a little edgier than the 2022 but lovely all the same. This is my favorite in the suite of 2023 Grenaches from Aphelion this year.\"\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\"That bunch sits up in this at present, with cooler, smoky herbal notes, interlocking with spice, faintly suggesting garam masala, green cardamom a feature, with cherry pit, dried cranberry, macerated strawberry, pressed flowers, umeboshi and bergamot strung across a web of chewy tannins. There’s a lot to give here, but a little time is required.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-aphelion-wait-vineyard-grenache-1\" title=\"2023 Aphelion Wait Vineyard Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-aphelion-wait-vineyard-grenache-1\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oeno Grenache is the latest offering from one of Australia’s top Grenache experts, Michael Corbett. While it’s his third-tier Grenache, it offers exceptional value, especially for a wine of this calibre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis debut release comes from the Rende Vineyard in Blewitt Springs, perched over 200 metres above sea level. Named after the evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) that thrives alongside the vines, the Oeno Grenache is a wine designed to highlight the lighter, friskier Grenache components on the beautiful Rende vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked and whole-bunch fermented, with 60% of the grapes left in their clusters, the wine spent 11 months in French oak puncheons before being bottled unfined and unfiltered. Expect bright notes of raspberry, red currant, and cherry, with hints of spice and earthiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis organic, vegan-friendly Grenache is beautifully balanced and built to age. But with such a limited release, it won’t be available for long—making it a smart grab for anyone looking to add a top-notch Grenache to their collection without overspending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Raspberry, cherry, a fair bit of herb and bunchy spice, also some almond paste and floral notes. It’s sappy and red fruited, quite spicy, dusty tannin grip, perhaps a little sweet and sour ex whole bunch stuff, some pomegranate tang, with a bright finish of fine length. It has something of a ‘mineral’ character to it, and a subtle amaro bite in the aftertaste. It looked more cohesive and compelling after some time in the glass. It’s a good wine, kind of on the cusp of ripeness, but has plenty of energy and grip.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-vanguardist-oeno-grenache\" title=\"2023 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-vanguardist-oeno-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 MMAD Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MMAD Grenache is the crown jewel in the MMAD wine stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaining access to a vineyard planted in 1939 is no easy feat, but thankfully the foursome behind this project are driven to create a wine that truly expresses the nuances possible from such old vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an ethereal and truly epic depiction of Grenache from Blewitt Springs, realised with crystal clarity. The acidity and minerality are zippy and the palate is smooth and silky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Triumph for winemaker Adam Wadewitz and his team and a wine that has very quickly entered the pantheon of the greatest Grenache wines in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A seriously compelling wine, and further proof of how thrilling McLaren Vale grenache is right now, for both its quality and the unparalleled diversity in top-flight expressions.\"\u003cbr\u003e– Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is ballistically good. I doubt that I’ll taste anything much better from these shores over the next 12 months... The complete and utter command of the final flourish of flavour and tannin here feels, as you swallow, like a high water mark. I’m sold, totally sold, on this wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-mmad-grenache\" title=\"2022 MMAD Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-mmad-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40084355940395,"sku":"McLaren Vale Grenache Masterclass Pack","price":359.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/McLarenValeGrenacheMasterclassPack.webp?v=1730333902"},{"product_id":"2018-rochford-isabellas-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2018 Rochford Isabella's Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom a vineyard closing in on 50 years of age, this Yarra Cabernet is concentrated yet lithe, with so much going on within its medium-bodied frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eText-book Cabernet profile - blue-fruits, florals, olive brine, and the driving black currant, cassis character that defines this grape. 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It's old school Hunter Valley Shiraz, and the closest thing to a 'big, gutsy red' you'll find from the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tyrrell's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40203008081963,"sku":"2019 Tyrrell's Old Hillside Shiraz","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2019Tyrrell_sOldHillsideShiraz.png?v=1658113817"},{"product_id":"2021-brash-higgins-smart-vineyard-grenache","title":"2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrad Hickey’s first solo varietal Grenache here, sourced from vines planted in the '50s, nestled in the hilly Clarendon sub-region. Only 100 cases made, so if you’re lucky enough to grab one, drink it with someone you really like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a beautiful depiction of this famous McLaren Vale vineyard. There’s lavender and cloves on the nose, mingling with hints of orange peel, feijoa, and cinnamon—a sensory journey that dances across the palate with dusty, fine tannins, all kept in perfect harmony by 15 months in old French oak. It’s got that medium-bodied finesse we love in a great Grenache, but with enough backbone to keep improving in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label, by Sydney artist Alesandro Ljubicic, is as eye-catching as the wine itself—beautiful, bold, and unmistakably Brash Higgins. Drink it now for its sheer vibrancy, or tuck it away for a few years and see how it unfolds. Either way, this Grenache is all class and a great debut release from the one and only Brash Higgins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is good, quirky and, like its winemaker, probing for secrets and answers... 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A beautiful point of difference with every sip.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin MW (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5ML27VAOr3I?si=92H7xQMw9vfZRILR\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brash Higgins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40473306431531,"sku":"2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021BrashHigginsSmartVineyardGrenache.webp?v=1726705745"},{"product_id":"2021-yangarra-old-vine-grenache","title":"2021 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points - 2024 Halliday Wine Companion Wine of the Year \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYangarra is arguably Australia's finest producer of Grenache, and this stunning wine is surely one of their finest (and best value) releases yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir remarkable, certified biodynamic vineyard in the higher reaches of McLaren Vale produces a fleet of awe-inspiring Grenache, with this 'Old Vine' release being the heart and soul of the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from 70-year-old, non-irrigated bush vines, with Yangarra's incredible winery doing its bit to maintain all the purity of fruit and natural vineyard character in the wine. It's not jubey and fruity, nor is it rich and inky - this is an emphatically perfumed, seriously structured, utterly delicious Grenache that will only improve with time in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a no-brainer for any Grenache lover. Stock up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yangarra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40579613949995,"sku":"2021 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2021YangarraOldVineGrenache_d5268754-d4da-46e7-abe9-02d0643830c1.png?v=1669774739"},{"product_id":"2021-scions-of-sinai-swanesang-syrah","title":"2021 Scions of Sinai Swanesang Syrah","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs far as the Syrah's from Bernahard Bredell go, the Swanesang sits at the very top. The fruit all comes from a single, small and low-yielding vineyard in the south of Stellenbosch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit sees no new oak throughout the process, and ages on its lees for about a year before being bottled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvety in texture and boldy flavoured, it's a peppery and magnificently balanced expression of Syrah that exudes quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scions of Sinai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40698818166827,"sku":"2021 Scions of Sinai Swanesang Syrah","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2021ScionsofSinaiSwanesangSyrah.png?v=1678247416"},{"product_id":"2021-rall-syrah","title":"2021 Rall Syrah","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a new addition to the range for Donovan Rall, and it comes from shallow-rooted vines planted over schist soils in Swartland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes ferment in concrete, which keeps the fruit at centre stage, while the 50% whole bunch component lends lifted and seductive aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep and broody, yet not overly heavy in any way, it's just packed with flavour. Blackberries, spice and perfect balance. A winning South African red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"2021 is brooding, deep yet unheavy. The liquorice, dark fruits, smoked meat flavours, rich \u0026amp; succulent, are framed \u0026amp; freshened by crunchy tannins. Soul food with savoury length.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Angela Lloyd (Platter Wine Guide)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This comes from the early-picked fruit and matured in concrete only. The bouquet is very endearing with raspberry, wild strawberry and a very slight confit-like scent. The palate is very harmonious with fine grip, a little tertiary in style, beautifully proportioned and elegant on the finish. Outstanding.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Neal Martin MW (Vinous)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Rall","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40698818232363,"sku":"2021 Rall Syrah","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021RallSyrah.png?v=1750655836"},{"product_id":"2021-castagna-barbarossa-nebbiolo","title":"2021 Castagna Barbarossa Nebbiolo","description":"\u003cp\u003eJulian Castagna’s Barbarossa Nebbiolo comes from the family’s biodynamic vineyard on the granite slopes just outside Beechworth. It’s a site that gives naturally firm, aromatic fruit – perfect for Nebbiolo, though only a small amount is made each year. The 2021 vintage was cool and steady, giving wines with freshness, balance and real clarity of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation was wild and slow, with gentle extraction and long time on skins before ageing in old French oak. The approach is typical Castagna – minimal handling, no shortcuts, everything done with patience and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s unmistakably Nebbiolo: red cherry, rose, orange peel and that earthy, savoury edge that only this grape can deliver. The palate is taut and structured, with fine, dusty tannins and a long, dry finish. It’s serious but not austere – the kind of wine that makes sense with a good meal and time in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This wine is so fine you find yourself writing tasting notes more in tune with a pinot.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Jeni Port (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"Feels a little pinot-esque but with tannin grip and tension. It’s fabulous.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Castagna","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40700675686443,"sku":"2021 Castagna Barbarossa Nebbiolo","price":115.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/20172018CastagnaBarbarossa_1.png?v=1678321323"},{"product_id":"2020-luis-seabra-indie-xisto-tinto","title":"2020 Luis Seabra Indie Xisto Tinto","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Indie Xisto Tinto hails from a single vineyard in the Alijó region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 580m altitude, this site is home to a smorgasbord of local varieties that were planted over 70 years ago. They've grown together, they blend beautifully together into the freshest, most energetic and red-fruited of Seabra's excellent reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pop of rosy perfume set against a brooding sea of blue and black fruit with black pepper and violet notes adding accents and highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited allocation wine, so snap one up while you still can.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luis Seabra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40721932746795,"sku":"2020 Luis Seabra Indie Xisto Tinto","price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2018LuisSeabraIndieXistoTinto_700x_700x_47fc38ce-3dbb-4fa1-be96-d339412c1e8d.png?v=1679973947"},{"product_id":"2022-spinifex-garcon-grenache","title":"2022 Spinifex Garcon Grenache","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Garcon is Peter Schell's top value Barossa Grenache pegged as a pigeon pair alongside his fantastic Barossa Syrah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchell is a Grenache master, subtly coaxing out all of the softness and energy that Grenache grown in this region can display when it's picked and treated just right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn his own words, Schell dubs this,\u003cem\u003e\"a celebration of the variety from its spiritual home in Australia.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe just doesn't miss when it comes to this variety. It's bright, floral and exceptionally seductive. A fantastic buy for those enjoying the modern Grenache revolution that's currently underway right across SA.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spinifex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40722060214315,"sku":"2022 Spinifex Garcon Grenache","price":27.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2022SpinifexGarcon.png?v=1681777065"},{"product_id":"swinney-tasting-pack","title":"Swinney Red Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSwinney isn’t your average vineyard. It’s a family-run setup on a massive old grazing property in Frankland River, way out in Western Australia’s Great Southern. The Swinney family – Graham, Kaye, and their kids Matt and Janelle – have been on this land since the 1920s. By the ‘90s, they figured it was time to mix things up, swapping some of the sheep for vines. Today, about 160 hectares are under vine, including the now-famous Powderbark Ridge, first planted back in ’98 with the help of winemaker Peter Dawson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese days, much of their fruit still goes to other top producers, but the best parcels stay home and end up in the hands of Rob Mann – yep, from that Mann family. He’s been crafting some seriously good wines here, showing just how well this bit of country suits Grenache, Mourvèdre, Shiraz and Riesling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reds are full of character – dark, savoury and laced with that ironstone edge that marks this landscape. There’s power, sure, but also balance and real precision. This three-pack is a great way to see what all the fuss is about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Swinney Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Swinney Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Swinney Mourvedre\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\u003e2024 Swinney Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Swinney family have been farming this bit of Frankland River for over 100 years, and it shows in the way they handle their vines. The Grenache comes off low-yielding bush vines on the ironstone slopes of the Wilson’s Pool vineyard – tough country that naturally keeps the fruit small, concentrated and full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach vine is picked in stages so only the best fruit makes it in. About 40% of the bunches go in whole, with wild ferments ticking away in small wooden and stainless vats. The wine then spends close to a year on lees in large old French oak before bottling, unfined and barely filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s fragrant and bright, with red berries, spice and that unmistakable ironstone note from the soil. Medium-bodied, fresh and layered, it’s got the balance and precision that winemaker Rob Mann has made his calling card. One of those wines that feels effortless but clearly isn’t.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Excellent balance and persistence, this is a cracker.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It's bloody, earthy, dusty, fine and very impressive\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-swinney-grenache\" title=\"2024 Swinney Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Swinney Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Swinney family have been farming out here in Frankland River for generations, and they know their land inside out. The Syrah comes from the Wilson’s Pool and Powderbark vineyards – dry-grown vines on rocky ironstone soils that naturally keep yields low and flavours tight. A mix of old massale selections and newer clones adds a bit of depth and complexity to the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is hand-picked, sorted by hand, and gravity-fed into small fermenters. About a third of the bunches go in whole, all wild-fermented, then left on skins for around 12 days before being pressed to large, mostly old French oak for 11 months of ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a Syrah that feels alive – dark fruit, spice, a touch of olive and that earthy, ferrous note that seems to come from the ground itself. Medium-bodied, firm and savoury, it’s beautifully put together but still feels natural and unforced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"an absolutely superb Frankland River Syrah\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This feels very 'syrah' all up. It's beautifully composed\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-swinney-syrah\" title=\"2024 Swinney Syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Swinney Mourvedre\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Swinney family have been working their Frankland River property for more than a century, and Mourvèdre has become one of their quiet triumphs. The vines are dry-grown in ironstone and gravelly soils, naturally low-yielding and perfectly suited to the variety’s tough, late-ripening nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 season was warm and dry, but careful canopy work and timing kept the balance just right. The fruit was hand-picked, destemmed and sorted by hand before a wild ferment with about 18% whole bunches. It spent just under two weeks on skins, then matured for 11 months in large, seasoned French oak before bottling – unfined and barely filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is deeply coloured and aromatic, showing dark fruit, spice and a gentle earthy edge. Medium-bodied with firm, powdery tannins and plenty of length, it’s both savoury and fresh – a fine example of this enigmatic grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It's a finely tuned expression... Fantastic drinking.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A stylish expression of mourvèdre.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ray Jordan (Ray Jordan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-swinney-mourvedre\" title=\"2024 Swinney Mourvedre\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Swinney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40746057302059,"sku":"Swinney Red Masterclass Pack","price":129.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/SwinneyTastingPack.webp?v=1738733794"},{"product_id":"2021-munda-kaurna-country-blewitt-springs-syrah","title":"2021 Munda Kaurna Country Blewitt Springs Syrah","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePaul Vandenbergh, the man behind Munda Wines, teamed up with Chalk Hill Wines to produce this serious and seductive Syrah from Kaurna Country (McLaren Vale).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This is such a lovely syrah, its Blewitt Springs origin shouting from the rooftops. Length and balance just to start.\" \u003cbr\u003e- 96pts, James Halliday (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A premium feel with a sense of understatement.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 92pts, Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGloriously perfumed and aromatic, it's filled with vibrant flavours of purple fruit and spice, with firm and structured tannins. The TLC this wine went through to get to bottle is evident from the first sip, as is the quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut it down to age for a while or enjoy it now over a meal, the choice is yours. Delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Munda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40747396890667,"sku":"2021 Munda Kaurna Country Blewitt Springs Syrah","price":43.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021MundaSyrah.png?v=1682477788"},{"product_id":"high-scoring-heroes-reds-pack","title":"Halliday Heroes Reds Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's the latest selection of top value reds with 95+ point scores from the Halliday Wine Companion Tasting Team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the best iterations of this pack of all time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pack will sell out and is only available for a limited time. This is crazy value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Mulline Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Fighting Gully Road Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Bondar Junto GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Nick Spencer Wines Medium Dry Red Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dominique Portet Fontaine Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Adelina Estate Shiraz Mataro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Mulline Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eBen Mullen just has a way with Pinot, and this 2025 release is a perfect example of why we’re such big fans. It’s a blend of fruit from across Geelong - the Moorabool Valley, Surf Coast, and Bellarine - and it basically captures the best of the whole region in one bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe first thing you’ll notice is how bright and pretty it smells. It’s all wild strawberry and raspberry, but there’s this cool savory edge of white pepper and woodsmoke underneath. Ben used a bit of whole-bunch here, which gives it a nice \"crunch\" and that classic spicy hit we love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn the mouth, it’s medium-bodied, really supple, and has this lovely silken feel. A nice lick of oak balances the lovely fruit, and it all opens up the longer you leave the bottle open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eYou can definitely drink it now - maybe with a slight chill - but it’s got enough stuffing to get even better over the next year or two. A well-made entry-level Pinot that delivers serious value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry and some whole-bunch–derived pepper and spice, there's a lot going on in this well-put-together and attractively priced wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-mulline-pinot-noir\" title=\"2025 Mulline Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Fighting Gully Road Sangiovese\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are few viticulturalists in Australia that get Sangiovese right. It's a difficult nut to crack, it seems. Well, here's one that's inspired by the fantastic wines of Chianti, and hits the nail square on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMark Walpole works the Aquila Audax Vineyard in Beechworth with an eye only for quality. This Sangiovese comes from the upper exposed slopes of the vineyard, vines planted on shale and metamorphic rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the skilled hands of winemaker Adrian Rodda doing all the right things in the winery, the Fighting Gully Road Sangiovese comes out with classic varietal character and offers excellent value for those who enjoy the savoury, grippy drinking experience that this variety can give.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Mark Walpole loves sangiovese and the feeling is reciprocated... Potential? You bet!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jeni Port (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-fighting-gully-road-sangiovese\" title=\"2024 Fighting Gully Road Sangiovese\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Bondar Junto GSM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Junto\" is Spanish for \"together,\" and that sums up the philosophy behind this wine perfectly. It is Andre and Selina Bondar's take on the classic McLaren Vale blend, but stripped of the heaviness you might expect from the region. This is designed to be fine, frisky and fresh, a wine built for bistros and backyards rather than the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 release is Grenache-dominant (72%), providing the perfume and juicy red fruit core. Mataro (13%) adds a savoury spice and structure, while a small splash of Shiraz contributes a bit of plushness. A notable addition this year is the 7% Counoise from their own vineyard, a variety that helps keep the alcohol in check and lifts the freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep things in the lighter spectrum, the fruit is picked early and fermented with around 20% whole bunches. This gives the wine a tight, herbal nerve that cuts through the fruit sweetness. In the glass, it is loaded with blue and red berries, fresh herbs and a savoury lick that keeps you coming back. It is pure McLaren Vale fruit without the sunburn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJunto is supposed to be medium bodied, fresh, unpretentious and delicious.\u003c\/span\u003e..\"\u003cbr\u003e- Andre Bondar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The medium-weighted, accessible, everyday drinking red from Bondar, a wine made to fit the climate and culture of the region. And this nails it, again... Such a beautiful thing.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vpz7ctIPR_c?si=40WhU4wz2ueGfKa-\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-bondar-junto-gsm\" title=\"2025 Bondar Junto GSM\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Nick Spencer Wines Medium Dry Red Blend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Nick Spencer is one of the better winemakers in this country.”\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Australian wine can be a brash place, but it still manages to provide harbour to some considered, thoughtful souls, of which Nick Spencer is one. He is the real deal, in short. His wines are more than wines. They are their grapes laid bare\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNick Spencer’s Medium Dry Red Blend is a nod to a golden era of Australian wine – the classic ‘Aussie clarets’ of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Back then, the focus was on crafting beautiful, balanced wines from multiple varieties rather than spotlighting single regions or grapes. Nick’s 2023 version captures that spirit in a modern, polished way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt on a Cabernet Sauvignon base, with Shiraz and a splash of Malbec, it’s vivid and immediately engaging. Expect a lifted, floral nose with notes of blue and black fruits, ironstone, aniseed, and a hint of dark chocolate. The palate is juicy and medium-bodied, with a crunchy cranberry-like acidity and silky tannins that promise a good few years of evolution if you have the patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs always with Nick’s wines, it’s an exercise in balance, charm, and drinkability. A roast lamb or a hearty tray of roast veggies would do it justice. This is a true-blue, proper Australian red, thoughtfully done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"MDR is a medium-dry red; a pitch-perfect blend of cabernet sauvignon, malbec and shiraz... Impressive.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is such a pure expression of cabernet... Drinking this is like watching steam rise from a cool dark pond; here though the steam is scent. It just keeps on rising as if it can barely stop itself. It’s a beautiful drink and a charming experience.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A cacophony: Earth and pencil graphite, crushed kitchen herbs, cardamon pod, bay leaf, cigar butt, asphalt, cassis, bramble, boysenberry and nuances of vanilla bean paste... The balance and depth are exemplary. Bargain.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Regan Drew (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-nick-spencer-wines-medium-dry-red-blend\" title=\"2023 Nick Spencer Wines Medium Dry Red Blend\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dominique Portet Fontaine Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"528\" data-start=\"166\"\u003eWith Bordeaux in their blood, the Portet family have always had a soft spot for cabernet blends, and the Fontaine Cabernets is their way of showing that pedigree in an easy, everyday style. The 2024 is cabernet sauvignon at the core, with merlot, malbec and cab franc rounding things out, all from vineyards scattered across the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"857\" data-start=\"530\"\u003eThe season was cool and steady, giving fruit that’s vibrant and finely balanced. Hand-picked, gently fermented, then aged for 10 months in French oak (only a splash of new), it’s a wine that feels polished without being fussy. Medium-bodied, full of dark berries and violets, with silky tannins that make it just glide along.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"859\"\u003eAnd while it’s made to be approachable, this vintage really over-delivered - it picked up 95 points from the Halliday Wine Companion and impressively went on to win the Trophy for Best Red Wine at the Yarra Valley Wine Show. Pretty amazing for something still comfortably under $30 a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"859\"\u003eThis is Bordeaux know-how with Yarra freshness, and one of the best-value reds you’ll come across. Back up the truck!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"859\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An excellent edition of this perennially good and well-priced wine... One of the Yarra's absolutely best buys.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dominique-portet-fontaine-cabernets\" title=\"2024 Dominique Portet Fontaine Cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Adelina Estate Shiraz Mataro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a blend of mostly Shiraz with a good chunk of Mataro, grown across three blocks on the Adelina estate. About half the fruit comes off vines planted in 1915 - the rest from younger plantings - all farmed organically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach block was fermented on its own, with varying time on skins depending on the parcel. After pressing, the wine went into large-format oak for ten months, with just a bit of new wood in the mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a firm, savoury wine with depth from the old vine fruit and freshness from the younger sites. There’s shape, dark fruit, and plenty of drive, but nothing feels heavy or forced. It’s balanced, well-made, and true to the place it comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways one of the most dependable reds in the Adelina lineup and still excellent value for what’s in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dark-fruited and savory... showing blueberry compote, graphite and dark cherries. Finely constructed. Drink or hold. Screw cap.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A charming wine, tightened gently with fine, dusty tannin, but ostensibly built around a notion of ease of drinking and prettiness.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is very good... The Mataro adds a bit of X-Factor, and there’s a bit more substance and oomph to this wine over the straight Shiraz. Excellent.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-adelina-estate-shiraz-mataro\" title=\"2023 Adelina Estate Shiraz Mataro\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40770737504299,"sku":"Halliday Heroes Reds Pack","price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/HallidayHeroesRedsPack_1_54a26c5d-23af-4ea0-9bfc-1d9b09a6b19e.webp?v=1775103874"},{"product_id":"2022-schwarz-wine-company-meta-mataro","title":"2022 Schwarz Wine Company Meta Mataro","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Schwarz Meta series are classic Barossa varietals made with a modern approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere, Mataro finds complexity and an element of herbal freshness through the addition of some whole bunches and minimal tinkering from winemaker Jason Schwarz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an excellent option for those looking for a more lifted and exotic version of this often overlooked Barossan workhorse variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Hand-picked mataro from the parishes of Moppa, Vine Vale and Bethany; wild yeast ferment, 17% whole bunches, unfined and unfiltered. 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Bottom line, it's a pure-fruited, exotic little number with a savoury flow, lovely billowing tannins and an air of effortless drinkability.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Schwarz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40792883429419,"sku":"2022 Schwarz Wine Company Meta Mataro","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022SchwarzWineCoMetaMataro.png?v=1687748578"},{"product_id":"2021-mount-pleasant-maurice-oshea-shiraz","title":"2021 Mount Pleasant Maurice O'Shea Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Maurice O'Shea Shiraz might be the most under-the-radar great Australian red, seemingly known only to Hunter aficionados. It deserves greater presence and recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is Mount Pleasant's flagship wine, and sits at the top of its Shiraz pyramid. Only made in great years, it is a masterpiece of blending, taking the best fruit from the estate's standout vineyards - Old Hill, Old Paddock, Rosehill 1946 and 1965 Vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a flowing, magic carpet ride of bright fruit, lively acidity, silky tannin and displays the quiet intensity inherent to great wine.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCould cellar for half a century.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mount Pleasant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40802891825195,"sku":"2021 Mount Pleasant Maurice O'Shea Shiraz","price":295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/MauriceOshea_1.png?v=1686196620"},{"product_id":"2022-mordrelle-malbec","title":"2022 Mordrelle The Gaucho Malbec","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf big, bold Malbec full of plush fruit and subtle spice is what you're looking for, this one from Argentinian-born Martin Moran is one you can't miss. In some ways, it's an homage to his home town of Mendoza - a place highly regarded for Malbec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from a single vineyard in Langhorne Creek, a great Aussie region for this variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one impressively bold, structured red filled with purple florals, ripe plum, whiffs of chocolate and peppery spice, finishing dry and long. Beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The wine has a constant byplay, pitting juicy dark fruits against a savoury, spicy backdrop, the cool vintage imparting its special signature. The marriage of Langhorne Creek and malbec has been consummated countless times, albeit seldom with the finesse of this wine.\" \u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*** Mordrelle’s beautiful labels are created from original artworks painted by Martin Moran's late father, renowned Argentinian artist Jose Luis Moran. The artworks are available for sale through the Mordrelle website.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mordrelle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40802892054571,"sku":"2022 Mordrelle The Gaucho Malbec","price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021MordrelleMalbec_1_700x_835e5cf6-55a6-4241-ad91-8e4cbaca2759.png?v=1686201455"},{"product_id":"2022-nick-spencer-p-a-r-hilltops-grenache","title":"2022 Nick Spencer P.A.R. 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Juicy and sweet-fruited with plenty of spice, and a lick of gentle tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's great structure and texture here and a long life ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An elegant style, almost gentle with every element from fruit and acidity to tannins neatly in place. It’s a complete wine. Red cherry accents, rose petals, charred radicchio and a host of spices for good measure. It continues to unfurl beautifully in the glass. As seamless as it gets thanks to superfine tannins and a powder puff of acidity.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Medium full ruby with a tinge of purple; the aromas are of red fruits, the profile lean and elegant, with bountiful drying tannins, and touches of foresty pinot mystery. The wine is lean and drying on the aftertaste. Nice elegant wine, worth a little cellaring also.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Bass Phillip","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40825269878827,"sku":"2021 Bass Phillip Estate Pinot Noir","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021BassPhillipEstatePinotNoir_328064b6-16b1-442e-8ef2-ced3754a171c.webp?v=1725337035"},{"product_id":"2022-nick-oleary-wines-heywood-shiraz","title":"2022 Nick O'Leary Wines Heywood Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith it's alluring scents of red fruit and herbs, this gentle, peppery Shiraz is one that glides silky-smooth in the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of whole-bunch suppleness - 35% of it to be exact - and supporting old and new (30%) French oak - this is truly a classy Canberran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly medium-bodied and fit into a beautiful, sculpted body! Some savoury tannin completes the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"If I had to pick one region for its shiraz, Canberra District has my heart. The aromatics, the quality fruit, the plush palate, everything just comes together to produce a fine-boned red. Heywood is no exception. Dark fruit, spicy, cedary oak just a bit player, the shapely detailed tannins, the fine acidity and the overall feel of this wine are all remarkable.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Nick O'Leary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40829665869867,"sku":"2022 Nick O'Leary Wines Heywood Shiraz","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/ProductImageCutOut-2021-06-28T140347.212_700x_700x_2ca3a581-1e37-47ff-9651-8ec32c25df4e.png?v=1689046539"},{"product_id":"2021-juxtaposed-smart-vineyard-grenache","title":"2021 Juxtaposed Smart Vineyard Grenache","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince 2011, Dr. Wes Pearson has been fascinated with the beauty of McLaren Vale Grenache. As his understanding of the variety has deepened, so too has his desire to express its differences across some of the great vineyards he is fortunate enough to source fruit from.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Smart Vineyard in Clarendon is one of the oldest and most revered Grenache vineyards in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fruit from this site presents with an exotic spice and incredible purity. It's a lovely, deferential representation of these hallowed vines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Juxtaposed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40831237914667,"sku":"2021 Juxtaposed Smart Vineyard Grenache","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021SMARTVINEYARDGRENACHE.png?v=1690436022"},{"product_id":"icons-of-shiraz-pack","title":"Icons of Shiraz Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis carefully curated collection of Shiraz is designed to give you six of the very best expressions of Australian Shiraz, from six of the finest producers in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom rarely seen gems in Tyrrell's 4 Acres and Sami Odi, to South Australian modern icons in Standish Schubert Theorem and Yangarra Ironheart, to all-conquering cool climate masterclasses in Clonakilla and Yarra Yering, this pack is the ultimate Australian Shiraz collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's not a Shiraz collector alive who wouldn't be thrilled with this pack. These are legendary, iconic wines that will take pride of place in any serious cellar. Just a handful of packs available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Tyrrell's Sacred Sites 4 Acres Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Sami-Odi Hoffmann Dallwitz Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Standish Wine Co The Schubert Theorem Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Yarra Yering Underhill Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Yangarra Ironheart Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Tyrrell's Sacred Sites 4 Acres Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Sacred Sites 4 Acres Shiraz is one of the rarest and most revered wines in the Tyrrell’s stable – a single-block Shiraz from vines planted in 1879, dry-grown and still going strong almost a century and a half later. This tiny vineyard, less than two hectares in size, consistently produces some of the Hunter’s most hauntingly beautiful reds, and the 2023 vintage is no exception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s classic Hunter in scale – mid-weight, savoury, and incredibly detailed – but the depth and nuance here go well beyond expectations. Cool vintage conditions gave the wine an extra layer of finesse: lifted red fruits, black tea, graphite and fine spice, all carried on a line of chalky tannin and subtle, old-oak polish. The winemaking is deliberately hands-off, letting these historic vines speak in full voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly a handful of bottles are made each year, and they rarely leave the country. For those who love Hunter Shiraz – or simply collect Australia’s most iconic old-vine wines – this is as close to sacred ground as it gets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoysenberry, ripe raspberry, violet, cracked pepper is a thing, albeit that very aromatic sort of black pepper that you get from Italy (strange thing to say, I know, though someone has to get me some more of that from Roscioli soon or I may snap). Medium-bodied, purple fruit and raspberry, has a quiet grip of tannin, deep and ferrous and spicy too, with exceptional length of flavour. It’s 4 acres from a great vintage. What more needs to be said?\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-tyrrells-sacred-sites-4-acres-shiraz\" title=\"2023 Tyrrell's Sacred Sites 4 Acres Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Sami-Odi Hoffmann Dallwitz Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Fraser McKinley's finest expression of Shiraz from the Hoffmann family's oldest vines on their Dallwitz vineyard. The vines on this historic site were planted between 1888 and 1912.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final blend is comprised of some 18 barrels. Here, Fraser is looking for his most eloquent expression of this great site with every vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's rich, it's bountiful, it's made in limited supply. The perfect wine for the Barossa collector who has it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It's concentrated and presents with impressive fruit density, but there's a beautiful energy and freshness to its form. As always, the fruit is pure and perfectly poised; black cherry, blackberry, boysenberry and blue fruits. The cut of spice is deep and exotic, floral flecks and raspberry pip lift, a glimpse of dried herbs, dried meats and violets in the rear-view mirror with an earthen overtone with compact, powdery tannins as the wine fades out. Superb.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-sami-odi-hoffmann-dallwitz-syrah\" title=\"2023 Sami-Odi Hoffmann Dallwitz Syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier is a wine that continues to redefine Australian Shiraz. Inspired by the greats of Côte-Rôtie, this is cool-climate winemaking at its most elegant and precise. It's a wine with a serious pedigree that Australia should be proud of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage 2023 wasn’t without its challenges—cool, wet spring conditions had the vines dragging their feet, leaving winemakers wondering if ripeness would ever come. But when it did, the fruit was harvested in pristine condition, delivering a wine that is a pure reflection of Clonakilla’s vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, it’s an aromatic explosion—lifted floral notes, black pepper, and that signature Viognier perfume weaving through the dark, spicy fruit. The palate is where it truly shines: fine, tightly-knit tannins, a wonderful savoury edge, and layers of blackberry, plum, and earthy complexity. It’s lithe and refined but with an underlying power that promises serious ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2023 release is quintessential Clonakilla—regal, composed, and utterly captivating. If you’re already a fan, you’ll find all the hallmarks that have made this one of Australia’s most collectable wines. If you’re new to the fold, you’re in for a masterclass in how Shiraz Viognier should be done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Put simply, this is one of Australia’s greatest wines, year after year, and one of only a handful that can be reliably called world class, without hesitation... Virtuoso winemaking resulting in a masterpiece.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A glorious shiraz viognier of exquisite detail and harmony. Super-fine, granitic-mineral tannins trace a magnificent finish and confirm a Clonakilla for the ages. A worthy joint winner of my Shiraz of the Year.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tyson Stelzer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"There can be no question that Tim Kirk’s Murambateman masterwork is one of Australia’s most important wines, and this latest release builds on the legacy of previous vintages and elevates it even more.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Weekend Australian)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-clonakilla-shiraz-viognier\" title=\"2023 Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Standish Wine Co The Schubert Theorem Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatience was the name of the game for the 2023 Barossa harvest - rain at the wrong time, picking stretching out longer than usual, and plenty of nail-biting decisions. But for The Schubert Theorem, that patience has paid off handsomely. Dan Standish knows this vineyard inside out. He spent eight years figuring out its quirks before he even bottled the first vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year’s Schubert feels deeper, a little more brooding, with a savoury edge that keeps it honest. There’s that trademark marine note, a salty, iodine thread that weaves through the dense black and blue fruits. Think mulberry compote, a hint of graphite, maybe a whiff of nori if you’re paying attention. The tannins are silky but firm enough to keep everything in line, and the acidity’s got a lovely lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn epic Schubert, maybe not the full throttle power of some warmer years but it maybe the most elegant rendition of this cuvee yet from Dan. Compelling wine, really about as good as Barossa Shiraz gets, from our point of view. You know is going to age beautifully but geez, it's going to be hard to leave it alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 The Schubert Theorem Shiraz is a gorgeous wine. It is silky, inky, pure, black as the ace of spades and long through the finish... It has rose petals, detail and delicacy, power and precision... The ancient terroir of the Barossa is writ large in these wines. It is striking.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The purest of plum, black cherry and blueberry fruits stretch impossibly long on the palate... smooth tannins, spice and texture compose a kinetic, graceful wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-standish-wine-co-the-schubert-theorem-shiraz\" title=\"2023 Standish Wine Co The Schubert Theorem Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Yarra Yering Underhill Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderhill is the more extroverted sibling in the Yarra Yering Shiraz family - generous, expressive and disarmingly drinkable from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from a single block planted by Dr. Bailey Carrodus in 1973, this eight-acre patch at the western edge of the estate delivers Shiraz with muscle and charm in equal measure. Where Dry Red No. 2 broods, Underhill beams - showing plush dark fruits, cracked pepper, lavender and a whiff of smoked meats, all wrapped up in a supple, silken frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Sarah Crowe gives this wine a mix of whole bunch and whole berry ferments, time in both large format oak and seasoned puncheons, and a deft handling of tannin that keeps everything in check without dampening the wine’s natural swagger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelicious now, especially with a decant, but will cruise gracefully through the next 10–15 years if you can hold off. A benchmark cool-climate Shiraz, straight from one of Australia’s greatest sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a glorious shiraz, bursting with life and what will surely be a 40-year life span, so perfectly framed and balanced are its black cherry and blackberry fruit duo, tannins obediently bending the knee to the fruit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy Winner (The Angelo Puglisi Grand Champion Wine of Show)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoyal Qld Wine Awards 2024\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy Winner (Best Red Table Wine of Show)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoyal Qld Wine Awards 2024\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy Winner (Beast Shiraz Wine of Show)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoyal Qld Wine Awards 2024\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy (Best Victorian Shiraz)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2023 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yarra-yering-underhill-shiraz\" title=\"2022 Yarra Yering Underhill Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Yangarra Ironheart Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ironheart Shiraz is a blend of the best barrels from the most profound block of Shiraz on the biodynamically farmed Yangarra Estate in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlock 15, the most distinctive of the twelve blocks of Shiraz on the Yangarra vineyard, yields Shiraz fruit of immense concentration and complexity. The wine has an easy power and authority, a commanding presence and a wine built for great things in coming decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is rich yet balanced, the viticultural team at Yangarra mustering the regional concentration and stature of their hero variety whilst maintaining freshness and purity at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig but beautiful is the message. A benchmark example of Shiraz from this region and now one of the most collectable in all of South Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A ready appeal not always seen at this stage… needs a little time to be its best, but it’s a superb 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\"Powerfully expressive core… significant underlying tension as it tightens up on the long, enthralling close.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Angus Hughson (Vinous)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Builds and builds to a crescendo… prodigious length, harmony long and lingering with a drying flourish.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Stuart Knox (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Well balanced and structured… very serious.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (JamesSuckling.com)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yangarra-ironheart-shiraz\" title=\"2022 Yangarra Ironheart Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40841840918571,"sku":"Icons of Shiraz Pack","price":899.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/IconsofShirazPack_4157b62d-6ed1-4f61-98bb-33d44eaf0da3.png?v=1754631753"},{"product_id":"2022-joshua-cooper-redbank-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2022 Joshua Cooper Redbank Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Redbank Cabernet hails from much-revered vines dating back to the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the hands of Josh Cooper, these wines are re-living their hay day. He's coaxed all the density and structure that made the wines from this site such beauties for the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a claret of clarity and definition. Powerful but poised and perfectly judged in terms of tannin extraction by Cooper. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout releases from Cooper's 2022 series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"An orchestral wine of high drinkability and prized age worthiness. Mega attractive.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 95 pts, Mik Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tIIrRH2iPSc?si=aKHYgTqX5_3hPDu1\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" data-dashlane-frameid=\"4172\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Joshua Cooper","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40863941525547,"sku":"2022 Joshua Cooper Redbank Cabernet Sauvignon","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022JoshuaCooperRedbankCabernetSauvignon.png?v=1692938575"},{"product_id":"2022-munda-ngadjuri-peramangk-couantry-grenache","title":"2022 Munda Ngadjuri + Peramangk Country Grenache","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrenache is synonymous with South Australia and Paul Vandenbergh could not have found a better person to help him create a faithful representation of the grape that perhaps best represents the ancestral home of the Ngadjuri and Peramangk people than Marco Cirillo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is made from 40-year-old Grenache grown the Light Pass sub-region of the Barossa Valley. It's a fascinating pairing behind this wine, Paul's family have walked South Australia for tens of thousands of years, while Marco's family have made Barossa Grenache for eight generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a lovely Barossan Grenache, full of red fruit, beautiful spice and fine sandy tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A delicious, perfumed grenache that’s laden with red and blue fruits. Fresh and fine, able to mature well...\"\u003cbr\u003e- 95pts, James Halliday (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/MundaNgadjuri_PeramangkCouantryGrenacheCuveePicture_600x600.jpg?v=1693383440\" alt=\"\"\u003e","brand":"Munda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40872902459435,"sku":"2022 Munda Ngadjuri + Peramangk Country Grenache","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/MundaNgadjuri_PeramangkCouantryGrenache.png?v=1693383651"},{"product_id":"cabernet-masterclass-pack","title":"Cabernet Cartel Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe absolutely love Cabernet here at DD, so we were more than happy to help our mates Julian Langworthy and Rob Mann espouse the qualities of the grape via their new Cabernet Cartel alliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are six wines (including the Corymbia and Nocturne Cabernets) that we think demonstrate the prowess and sublime drinking on offer in modern Australian Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zwSTAxv5znY?si=PNcX6_zxNWujxdsJ\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Corymbia Calgardup Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Nocturne Sheoak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine Naturaliste Rebus Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dappled Tradition Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Joshua Cooper Regional Release Cabernet\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\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Corymbia Calgardup Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRob and Genevieve Mann are no strangers to the Margaret River \"old guard,\" but Corymbia is where they’ve torn up the traditional playbook. Sourced from their organically farmed Calgardup Vineyard—an ancient granite and gravel site just 2km from Redgate Beach—this is coastal Cabernet at its most stripped-back and honest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 (the sixth release of this wine) is a direct nod to Rob’s grandfather, the legendary Jack Mann, but the style is decidedly unorthodox. There is no new oak here and no glossy winemaking tricks. The fruit is hand-sorted and aged in large, neutral barrels to ensure the \"graphite\" tannin framework of the vineyard isn't smothered by wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting 2024 bottling is a svelt, high-definition Cabernet that values detail over raw power. It’s beautifully medium-bodied, showing leafy aromatics, dark fruit, and fine-boned tannins. It has a distinct salt-spray, coastal energy that sets it apart from the heavier styles typical of the region. It’s a pure, unadorned, and a unique expression of Cabernet that we absolutely love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"A pure, fine-boned and extremely elegant expression of cabernet... An exceptional release that speaks fluently of vineyard and place, while providing immense satisfaction in the high-quality stakes division.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a distinctive wine that I love each vintage, and given the quality (attention to detail) of the viticulture, the wine looks good\/distinct\/sophisticated in every season.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lithe and athletic. Long limbs and wiry musculature. Blackcurrant and black cherry, rubbed rosemary and flowering sage. Dutch licorice and konbu. Composed and complete, deftly poised and proudly mid-weight. A deep, shaley minerality and taut, highly-pixelated tannins.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-corymbia-calgardup-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2024 Corymbia Calgardup Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Nocturne Sheoak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a winemaker with Julian Langworthy's trophy cabinet quietly suggests that this might be the best Single Vineyard Cabernet he has ever made, we sit up and pay attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage was famously hot and challenging across much of Western Australia. Yet, Julian notes that his coastal Sheoak vineyard in Yallingup sat in a bizarrely perfect \"Goldilocks\" zone. While others were rushing, he was able to pause, wait for absolute tannin ripeness, and pick pristine fruit from the best part of the slope on April 7th.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit spent 14 days on skins before being pressed to tank, then transferred to a mix of new (25%) and seasoned French oak for 16 months. Only the absolute top-performing barrels were selected for the final SV blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a darkly coloured but wonderfully ethereal Cabernet. It is a masterclass in medium-bodied elegance, built on a ridiculously silky, effortless tannin structure. Expect a driving core of dark fruit, soaring high notes of cassis, and a beautiful frame of warm spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is dangerously accessible right out of the gate, but if you can manage to hide a few bottles away for 5 to 8 years, you are going to be handsomely rewarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“In the mouth, the wine is structurally firm, populated by succulent Cabernet fruit, and pliable in texture. There are notes of dried bay and tobacco, graphite, lead pencil and blackcurrant pastille. It is really good.”\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-nocturne-sheoak-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2024 Nocturne Sheoak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine Naturaliste Rebus Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBruce Dukes' winemaking starts literally from the ground up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe man has been obsessed with growing things for over two decades and it shows in every wine he makes. His roots have been put down in Margaret River, and as such he has immense insight into what the balance of soil, aspect and clone can do to a wine in this part of the world. One of his great loves is Margaret River Cabernet - and with this wine, we can definitely see why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe explained to us, \u003cem\u003e\"Rebus is a picture puzzle that when you look at it, the solution is not immediately apparent, there may be several solutions. That's why I love Margaret River Cabernet - it's constantly changing and it keeps me constantly challenged.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love Margaret River Cabernet, you are going to fall in love with this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-naturaliste-rebus-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2024 Domaine Naturaliste Rebus Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dappled Tradition Cabernets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShaun Crinion has been on a mission to make Yarra Valley Cabernet cool again, and this wine says to us that's 100% on the right on track. The Tradition Cabernets comes from a single vineyard at Steels Creek, planted in 1981 and farmed by grower Simon Peirce. The site sits in one of the warmer corners of the Yarra, giving Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc the chance to ripen fully while keeping their natural perfume and brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 blend is 68% Cabernet Sauvignon and 32% Cabernet Franc, with 20% whole bunches in the ferment for lift and complexity. It was fermented with wild yeasts and aged for 18 months in old French oak, keeping the focus firmly on the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is wonderfully aromatic, showing classic blackcurrant, violets and a touch of spice, with a palate that’s all pure fruit and freshness. It has the structure you’d expect from Cabernet, but it moves lightly, shaped more by acidity than oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a delicious, elegant and typically seamless Dappled wine, and as always from Shaun Crinion, tremendous value. Very limited production, so get in quick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Gorgeous cool-climate cabernet aromas of red cherry, damson plum and violets. Medium bodied, this well-priced, energetic, structured and elegant wine should age gracefully over the next six to eight years at least.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dappled-tradition-cabernets\" title=\"2024 Dappled Tradition Cabernets\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Joshua Cooper Regional Release Cabernet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoshua Cooper has a serious knack for Central Victorian Cabernet, and his 2025 Regional Release - often referred to as his Claret - is the one you want to drink now. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Malbec, it leans into a softer, more fruit-forward profile than his single-vineyard wines, resulting in a modern, highly drinkable take on a traditional Bordeaux blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 vintage is a particularly strong one for this release, though a dry season means quantities are painfully limited this year. It is crafted in a supple, juicy style, striking that rare balance where it feels light enough for a long lunch, yet packs more than enough stuffing to stand up to a serious meal or a stint in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt pours a bright garnet red. The nose leads with blood plum, cassis, and creamy black cherry, backed by complex layers of tobacco, violet, and iodine. The palate is plush and generous, loaded with purple berry fruit and framed by fine tannins and perfectly judged acidity that deliver shape without unnecessary weight. It is incredibly approachable right now, but will easily evolve over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Relatively elementary, but lots of pleasure and ease of drinking here.\"\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-joshua-cooper-regional-release-cabernet\" title=\"2025 Joshua Cooper Regional Release Cabernet\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\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\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The opposite of the lighter, more herbal '24, this has aromas of ripe cassis and blueberry together with a little cedar. \"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-timo-mayer-cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"2025 Timo Mayer Cabernet Sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40875162959915,"sku":"Cabernet Cartel Pack","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/CabernetCartelPack.webp?v=1778466278"},{"product_id":"2021-thousand-candles-gathering-field-shiraz-malbec","title":"2021 Thousand Candles Gathering Field Shiraz Malbec","description":"\u003cp\u003eStu Proud's Thousand Candles vineyard is such a unique site within the Yarra Valley where varieties like Shiraz and Malbec can and do thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blend of the two is excellent drinking, perhaps a little left of \u003cem\u003efield\u003c\/em\u003e for the region but the quality of the fruit and the effortless winemaking behind it are all right in the zone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A gorgeous bright crimson purple. 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