From a family-run vineyard in the Barossa, every drop is full of sweet fruits and slinky spices that come through all fleshy and with some nice weight.

Rusden Driftsand GSM 2022

All stainless fermentation makes for glasses of crunchy, bright raspberry and morello cherry, plus a raspy tannin and a bouquet garni. Crowd-pleasing doesn’t translate in Italian, but if it did it might be, piacere della folla – even nonna’s pronunciation gets better after a glass of Farina.

Farina Valpolicella 2020

Bright, lifted blue fruits, spicy lined tannin and some chewy acidity – they might be some of the words you want to hear if you need a red for a BBQ. The fact that it's all savoury and chalky also means it’ll pair well with slow-roast lamb, blue cheese, and dark chocolate, so yes take it with you to that BBQ.

Higher Plane Time for Heroes Malbec 2023

Flush with tropical notes of gooseberry and guava, with delicate citrus and a lick of nettle through the finish.

Cloudbreak Nouveau Sauvignon Blanc 2023

This is drink now kind of wine flush with rhubarb, cherry compote and whispers of savoury undergrowth, with a nice wash of plush, cola nut tannin sweeping through.

Cloudbreak Nouveau Pinot Noir 2023

Take this example that's leaning right into the midweight, aromatic style. In the glass expect lavender, cherry, red plum and a dab of fresh beetroot, with a lick of vanillan sweetness for a Shiraz that's easy drinking yet retains good fruit weight.

Cloudbreak Nouveau Syrah 2023

A delicious blend of Pinot Gris, Graciano and Sangiovese. Candy apple, red currant and raspberry come together with a lovely and leafy spiced edge and a smidge of tannin on the backend that can stand up to a meal.

Taschini Sunny Pinot Gris Sangiovese blend 2023

Direct pressed Viognier, hand picked across multiple sites to achieve varying levels of acidity and flavour. The result is laden with green melon, subtle notes of apricot, some stone fruit and freshening acidity—deliciously fuller in weight, a.k.a a perfect winter white.

Tim Smith Viognier 2023

Sangiovese's varietal dusty tannins are bolstered by the Cab Sauv for a modern feel, with a splash of moreish salinity adding to the guzzle factor of the wine.

Poggio al Tufo Rampicollo Toscana Sangiovese 2022

Beautifully velvety and juicy with red berry fruits, it’s a cool wine to bring to a mate’s because it screams effortless charm. You could even give this half an hour in the fridge to let all the terracotta and earthy edges shine in your glass. Ñam ñam.

Artuke Rioja 2022

A super refreshing Italian Lager with a hint of floral notes from European Noble hops and supported by a refreshing malt backbone. Crisp, dry and damn delicious, it's "malto" bene, baby! (330ml) 4.6% ABV

Blackhearts Birra Italian Lager

Brini is someone we want to soak up every minute with its light pomegranate and early season strawberries and rosy hue. Don’t think it’s all fruit though because there’s a little fanning of peppercorn that comes through to add some oomph, and make it appropriate with light meats and anticipated meetups.

Lauren Langfield Brini Grenache 2023

Complete with the versatile, dry style that works beautifully with or without food and brings some berried freshness to the fore. Simple, no fuss, delicious and refreshing.

Blackhearts Gate Series Rose 2023

A classic and one of the best! A light and refreshing brew, this uses Saaz and Austrian hops. (330ml)

Trumer Pils

If she starts going on about her favourite Sparkling, which was the one she requested, just focus on the gentle sounds of the heavenly bubbles popping in your glass and know that there’s more for you. Tastes like lemon sorbet, but with an almost creamy texture.

The Other Right Bright Young Things Chardonnay Pet Nat 2023

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

Mr Banks West Coast IPA

If it sounds like it can’t miss… then it can’t miss. BYO eggplant parma–add a little soy to your marinade.

Giovanni Armani Giorgio Rosso Sangiovese Merlot 2023

A really brilliant wine with plenty of value, and a tinto that’s perfect with a little carnitas or a Spanish-inspired grazing table.

Quinta da Devesa Douro Tinto 2019

Pours a great ruby that’s fresh with aromatics. This is classic light Yarra Valley Pinot and a bargain. Buy to enjoy the crisp but ripe cherry juice, autumn leaves, and a little raspy whole-bunch tannin in every drop, no wonder why it’s an instant hit every year.