With nods to Beaujolais. Winemaking sees carbonic and whole-berry fermentation, Maturation for 6 months in old French oak puncheons. Winemaker is Dylan Lee, while renowned Darryl Caitlin consults.

Sidewood Estate, Gamay, Adelaide Hills, 2025

Deep colour. Kirsch, black cherry, raspberry, inky, malty/cedar oak, pepper corns and nuances of blood orange and amaro herbs. Full bodied, with fleshy edges and just grippy tannins. A little acid flourish gives brightness through the tail before a little graphite bite. Certainly a wine to enjoy for the now.

RRP: $35
Alc: 14%
Rating: 93/100

Wine sample courtesy of Sidewood