Propping all that fruit up is some nice cashew, pulled warm bread and lemon rind. There’s a lot of drive and power here, but it’s never overwhelming.

Deep Woods Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2023

Need a sure thing that lets you know you're making all the right choices? Here it is with an unbelievable profile. Pours deep purple and has a weave of dark spices and star anise, plus some cassis and currants. Very French for Geelong, from those fruits to the acidity and unfolding effect you get as you drink. Absolutely cellarable.

Provenance Geelong SV Pinot Noir 2022

Hello from the Eden Valley, your slightly cooler, more elevated region bordering the Barossa for those playing along at home. Drinks like a summer evening, complete with cooling, minty tannin (breeze) and a velvety fruit warmth that's rich and inviting. Feels like a red to sit with at the park over a couple of chapters, or some nice conversation.

Barr Eden Dreams of Gold Shiraz 2023

A mid-weighted beauty that's spicey with layers of ripe white nectarine and peach leading to a creamy edge and some well-placed oak spice. Drink this early in the week for a little respite from the 9-5 grind!

Folklore Chardonnay 2022

It feels like sitting at a cosy pub in late Autumn, early Spring and eating an amazing steak with peppercorn sauce while the AC fans warm air and that smell of cloves, leather and a fireplace (even though the fire’s not been lit in years) float through the air.

Frankland Estate Isolation Ridge Syrah 2022

Passopisciaro Passorosso 2022

Parley Love Supreme Rose 2024

Juicy white and yellow stone fruits coupled with tangy bright acid lines. Dusting of fennel pollen. Aromatically floral, texturally giving. There is some richness to how it drinks but it’s poised between power and elegant freshness. So good!

Productours Plaimont Yura Jurancon Sec 2022

Andre Perret Les Grisieres St Joseph 2022

Steve Pannell is one of our favourite winemakers. His wines are critically adored and this signature Grenache exemplifies why that’s the case. Brimming with black fruits and savoury sage leaf, it’s just about perfect.