Taltarni Taché Sparkling Rosé 2014
One of a pigeon pair of sparkling Rosé, this one gets a stain, a “taché” of red wine at disgorgement to give a deeper hue than the Cuvée Rosé. This […]
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Taltarni Sparkling Shiraz 2018
As the song says, “I get by with a little help from my friends.” In this case, we’ve 2% Mataro, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Viognier. Helped with a good […]
Taltarni Sparkling Brut 2015
The team at Taltarni are exceptionally adept at excellent value for money sparklings from their Western Victorian fruit, when they also get to add quality fruit from the Adelaide Hills […]
Jansz Tasmania Vintage Cuvée 2015
A blend of Chardonnay (54%) and Pinot Noir (46%), Jansz have cleverly marketed “Méthode Tasmanoise” as their house style. Coming under the greater Hill Smith family vineyard umbrella, the winemaker […]
Shingleback Black Bubbles Sparkling Shiraz NV
Ahhhh Sparkling Shiraz. A Guilty pleasure of mine when done when well. Most save it for Christmas time, but it has a place with BBQ low and slow beef, braised […]
Azahara Sparkling Rosé NV
From the team at ever reliable Deakin Estate, located in Victoria’s north-west. Azahara, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Rosé, Sparkling, Murray Darling, NV Spritzy aromas of musk sticks, fresh cut watermelon, red […]
Di Giorgio Blanc de Blanc 2017
The Limestone Coast region (including Mount Gambier and Coonawarra) doesn’t produce a lot of sparkling white wines, but Di Giorgio here take Chardonnay from their Kongorong vineyard at Mount Gambier, […]
Perelada Stars Brut Nature Cava 2017
An exclusive import to Australia by Cellarmasters. Comprising the indigenous grapes Xarel·lo (40%), Macabeo (28%). Parellada (25%) there’s a touch French influence with Chardonnay (5%) and Pinot Noir (2%). Made […]
Jansz Tasmania Vintage Cuvée 2014
“Méthode Tasmanoise” is the trademarked style for Jansz Tasmania’s method of making in the traditional style. Jansz Tasmania, Vintage Cuvée, Pipers River, 2014 Fine, elegant bead. Creamy brioche notes with […]
Di Giorgio Sparkling Merlot 2016
Sparkling Red rarely gets a mention outside of the Christmas period, but when done well it can match many types of dishes. Make sure you’re matching power with power though: […]
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