It's amazing what can be done in a single work day, after 8 hours on skins, this Gris got even more peachy and introduced little softest tug of phenolic drive. And it still has the energy to impress you and all your mates – don't share it with too many people though, it's too valuable.

Latta Ex Nihilo Skin Contact Pinot Gris 2024

A lot is happening in every glass, but it’s more a party rather than a confused Socratic dialogue – though it would give some calm to the latter. Notes are sap, sweet, dark cherries, and spicy oak, meaning despite my clunky description, it’s amazing.

Fighting Gully Rd Pinot Noir 2023

Konpira Maru El Pacu White Blend 2023

Syrah drinker appropriate meaning it’ll be play nice with the entire family no matter what the occasion that’s brought you all together. Has some good pepperberry spray and a nice amount of blue fruit juiciness that’s so moreish. Love it.

Hunter Gatherer Shiraz 2022

Proud Primary Produce Up The Mountain Fresh Red Pinot Shiraz Merlot 2022

Rich preserved lemon and spice. Textures come in so many shapes and sizes, and here the pour and stir with apricot pip and under ripe peach flavours. Good and thought-provoking, and a little exotic.

Chalmers Mother Block Skin Contact White 2023

Onannon Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir 2024

With a little decant Intrinsic settles and comes through bright with boysenberry, pomegranate and some cherry-depth. Owen Latta and his crew have done amazingly well, and made the most of trying weather conditions. This is one to cellar, or enjoy now and it’s punching well above its price point.

Eastern Peake Intrinsic Pinot Noir 2022 MAGNUM 1500ml

Eastern Peake Intrinsic Pinot Noir 2022

Half Time starts with a good squeeze of juiciness, before some earthy Italian herbs and fresh spices come flowing in with that bitter amaro and the savoury finish we can’t get enough of. Delicious with some Middle Eastern comfort food, but also chips and afternoon footy.

Half Time Red 2023

The majority of the fruit underwent malolactic fermentation with some stirring to build texture and the result is delicious wine with a creamy feel and plenty of lime, a pinch of oak spice and a tight tensile line of acidity.

Rob Hall Chardonnay 2024

Fluffy and softly red fruited with foamy, but still crunchy, red apples and just a little berry goodness, there’s some nice complexity here. It’s kept on lees to this day, so get ready for a lick of herby perfection. Shines at a house party and is radiant in the park.

Chalmers Col Fondo Sparkling Rosato 2021

Deliciously refreshing, overflowing with aromatic fruits, think pear and apple, alongside some florals and swept up with a freshening acidity and a crack of white pepper spice. Take it wherever you're going this weekend and make sure you introduce it to the Pinot Grigio fans in your life—we have a feeling they'll get along swimmingly...

Christmont La Zona Arneis 2023

Lovely brioche richness is complemented with lifted white florals. Subtle autolytic savoury notes add further intrigue and depth. Light and fluffy with a savoury finish. Enjoy now or over the next five years.

Mitchell Harris Sabre Vintage Sparkling 2019

Fragrant nose of red fruits & strawberries. Fresh & lively palate of fruits & spices rounded off with a nice long finish. Great value wines!

Buller The Nook Pinot Noir 2021

A generous, soft, and supple wine. Plum, ripe cherry, a spade-full of freshly turned earth and gentle varietal spice.

Blackhearts Gate Series Pinot Noir 2021

Tart redcurrant, a hint of green capsicum and savoury whole bunch spice with gentle, well-integrated tannins.

Municipal Cabernet Franc 2021

2024’s growing season made for smaller grape clusters, which meant more concentrated berries and dialled-up skinsy tannins, but (thanks to Niki & Tim’s quality winemaking) there’s still plenty of balance and a glossy, gliding texture that features a smidge of leesy funk.

Babche Grenache 2024

Yeringberg Marsanne Roussanne 2022

Those cyclists at Rouleur are riding pretty with this Pinot which is a three-site blend. Pour away for fragrant cherries, roses and a big smile. Great value. And if you want a pairing... this one's delightful with roast chicken - bought or homemade.