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Taltarni Dynamic Brut Cuvee

Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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$18. 99
Bottle
$227.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now (2022)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Diam Cork

A frothy white mousse sits atop a pale straw coloured base that has a steady stream of tiny bubbles flowing through it. Aromas of pear, baked bread, citrus and yeast lees float through the nostrils. Refreshing pear, citrus and baked bread flavours have a gentle creamy feel with some yeast characters lying in the background. Finishes dry with crisp acidity and a generous open knit conclusion. Excellent value.
Alc. 12%

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The Lane Lois Blanc de Blancs

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

ABV: 13%

Closure: Screw Cap

White creamy mousse with very pale straw base wine colour. Very fine moderately persistent bead. The nose displays lifted white peach aromas followed by a touch of citrus and grapefruit. The palate displays a very creamy texture with flavours of white peach, citrus and light biscuit. Clean finish with aftertaste of white peach, cashew and biscuit.
Alc 13.0%

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Trentham The Family Prosecco

Murray Darling, Vic, AUSTRALIA

$13. 99
Bottle
$167.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now (2019)

ABV: 11%

Closure: Diam Cork

Pours with a heady white mousse. Very pale straw colour finely threaded by a delicate bead. Aromas of red apples and pears are trailed by some light baked characters and subtle lemon sherbet notes. Fluffy in its feel the palate has flavours of juicy red apples and pears over lemon sherbet infusions. Dry crisp, refreshing finish with a medium length aftertaste. A good value quaffer.
Drink now.
Alc. 11%

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2012 Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame Rose

Champagne, AUSTRALIA

$599. 00
Bottle
$7188.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

In 1818, Madame Clicquot made the first-ever "rosé d'assemblage" champagne by mixing some of her red Bouzy wines with white ones. La Grande Dame Rosé honors her idea by using 90% Pinot Noir from the historical Grands Crus of Aÿ, Verzenay, Verzy, Ambonnay, and Bouzy, enriched by 10% Chardonnay from Avize and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. This base is then blended with 13% Pinot Noir red wine exclusively from the 'Clos Colin' parcel, situated in Bouzy. Aged on lees for 10 years in bottle before being disgorged and topped with a dosage of 8g/L.
Other Reviews....
The 2012 Brut Rosé La Grande Dame is the finest wine I've tasted from Veuve Clicquot in several decades. Offering up aromas of red berries, bee pollen, orange zest and freshly baked bread, it's medium to full-bodied, pillowy and precise, with a deep core of fruit and a vibrant, tightly coiled profile, concluding with a penetrating, sapid finish. This isn't the muscular, powerful Clicquot style of yesteryear, but it's a compelling effort in a fine-boned, more polished register. Drink 2023 - 2038.
94 Points
William Kelley - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The new 2012 vintage of Veuve Clicquot's top rosé sweeps in full of dynamics and detail, the 13% proportion of red wine bringing a succulent red apple, rose and poached strawberry fragrance to 2012's finessed, narrowing build. There's an intriguing smoky/reductive streak at present too, setting off the fruit-forwardness and creamy undercurrent with a touch of drama and energy. This has the volume and immediacy to enjoy now, but even more impressive is the precision and build of a truly cellar-worthy rosé. 92% Pinot Noir from Äy, Verzenay, Verzy, Ambonnay and Bouzy (13% as red wine from Bouzy), 8% Chardonnay from Avize and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. Dosage 8 g/L. Drink 2023 - 2040.
95 Points
Tom Hewson - Decanter
Maturity gives the wine toastiness while retaining the background of fine fruits and texture. It is an impressive Champagne, as always: rich while also balanced, with a touch of minerality. Drink the wine now.
95 Points
Roger Voss - Wine Enthusiast Magazine

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Yves Premium Cuvee

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$24. 99
Bottle
$299.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

ABV: 11.5%

Closure: Diam Cork

Made from Chardonnay grapes. Pours with a fleshy white mousse that hold well over a very pale straw coloured base. An exceptionally fine bead showing good persistence. Citrus, pear and sherbet are trailed by some delicate lees notes. Light and racy with a tense feel, citrus and green apple flavours are complimented by subtle lees characters. Dry chalky finish with crisp acidity and a lemony aftertaste.
Alc. 11.5%
Date Tasted: 5/10/2022

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Zilzie Wines Selection 23 Prosecco

AUSTRALIA

$11. 99
Bottle
$143.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now (2016)

ABV: 11%

Closure: Cork

A frothy white mousse dissipates to reveal a very pale straw base colour with a very fine bead that shows exceptional persistence. Aromas of pear and green apple overlay some lemon sherbet characters. The palate has fruity pear, green apple and lime flavours with a burst of lemon sherbet on the crisp dry finish. Aftertaste of ripe pear, green apple and fresh limes. A simple but flavoursome quaffing prosecco.
Drink now.
Alc 11%

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Zonte's Footstep Bolle Felici Prosecco

Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

$23. 99
Bottle
$287.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now (2015)

ABV: 11%

Closure: Diam Cork

Pours with a white frothy mousse that shows good hold. Very pale straw base wine colour with an exceptionally fine and very persistent bead. Pear and apple aromas dominate the nose with some light sherbet notes also present. Light and fresh, lively pear and apple flavours overlay some delicate tropical fruits and sherbet. Clean crisp dry finish. Aftertaste of pear, ripe apple and sherbet.
Drink now.
Alc. 11%

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2015 All Saints Moscato

Rutherglen, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$17. 99
Bottle
$215.88 Dozen

ABV: 5.3%

Closure: Stelvin

Believed to have given its name by the Romans as they found its distinctive aroma akin to that of musk, and hence called it Moscato. Made from a blend of grapes from the Muscat family, this variety is enjoyed for its fresh grapey flavours and lively acidity. Packed with crisp, grapey flavour, lush ripe fruit and tingly bubbles or ‘frizzante’ this wine is fresh and lively and oozes universal appeal.

Notes sourced from the winery.

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2006 Andre Clouet Dream Vintage Brut Champagne

Champagne, AUSTRALIA

$140. 00
Bottle
$1680.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

When it comes to Pinot Noir in Champagne, the grand cru villages of Bouzy and Ambonnay rank amongst the greatest in the region. And one of the most talented exponents from here is the Clouet family based in Bouzy. Champagne Andre Clouet have been producing Champagne for over two centuries, and under the guidance of Jean Francois Clouet the wines have never looked better. While his wines are exuberant and concentrated, Jean Francois manages to counter this with immaculate finesse and detail on the palate.
Dream Vintage by Andre Clouet is dedicated to the grand vintages of Champagne. In contrast to their other wines, Dream Vintage is 100% grand cru Chardonnay from their vineyards in Bouzy. Label inspiration comes from the striking colours of Cadillac cars from the 1950's.
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The 2006 Brut Dream Vintage is powerful and a touch austere, but pleasantly so, as there is good energy and enough depth to support at least a handful of years of fine drinking once the wine relaxes a bit. This deceptively medium-bodied wine has quite a bit of punch. Drink 2018 - 2026
91 Points
Antonio Galloni's Vinous
A rich and almost opulent champagne for lovers of mature chardonnay. As much melted butter as candied-lemon and orange character. Glides over the palate into the very silky finish, the touch of salinity creating a wonderful tension with the creaminess. 100% chardonnay. Drink or hold.
95 Points
JamesSuckling.com

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2006 Arras Sparkling Rose

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$76. 99
Bottle
$923.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Other Reviews….
Trophy winner at the Tasmanian Wine Show '17, two-thirds pinot noir, and spent 7 years on yeast lees. Like all Arras wines, it has an extra level of textural and flavour complexity derived partly from the fruit, partly from extended time on lees, balanced by tangy acidity. Drink by 2026.
97 points
James Halliday – Australian Wine Companion

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2006 Arras Grand Vintage

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$56. 99
Bottle
$683.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2020-2021)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

A top Australian sparkling that possesses wonderful freshness and complexity.

A blend of 67% Chardonnay and 33% Pinot Noir that has been aged for 7 years. Pours with a white frothy mousse that dissipates to reveal a pale straw, pale gold edged base wine that has a steady stream of very fine bubbles that show excellent persistence. The nose shows excellent intensity and is very Champagne like in its complexity. Aromas of toasty brioche and yeast lees climb their way out of the glass with some biscuity citrus, roasted almond characters also present. The palates very precise and focused opening is offset by a moderate creaminess with flavours of pear, citrus and subtle dried honey overlaid by a distinctive toasty roasted almond character. There’s also baked bread and yeast lees nuances evident. Clean crisp acidity with a very dry finish. Long aftertaste of toast, roasted almonds, citrus, yeast lees and very subtle dried honey. Very Limited Stocks.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2002 Arras EJ Carr Late Disgorged

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$150. 00
Bottle
$1800.00 Dozen

Minimum 6 bottles

Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2020-2021)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

‘Rich, creamy and toasty with a nutty finish’
Made from Chardonnay & Pinot Noir this sparkling has spent 10 years on lees. Pours with a white frothy mousse that shows good hold. Once dissipated it reveals a pale straw coloured base wine with pale gold edges. The exceptionally fine bead showing excellent persistence. Yeasty baked bread aromas merge with some toastiness followed by some pear, cashew and light honeyed almond end notes. Rich and creamy the palate features flavours of honeyed roast almonds, yeast lees and toast with following citrus and light hazelnut. Finishes crisp and fresh with a long aftertaste of honeyed roast almonds, yeast lees, toast and hazelnut. Drink over the next 4-5 years. Alc. 13.5%

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Azahara Chardonnay Pinot Noir Sparkling

Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$9. 99
Bottle
$119.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now (2014)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Good white frothy mousse with a pale straw base wine colour and very fine bead showing excellent persistence. Aromas of ripe apples and pears are followed by yeasty characters and a hint of honeysuckle. Refreshing flavours of pear and apple are followed by some yeasty characters and citrus. Clean crisp dry finish. Aftertaste of pear, citrus and light yeastiness.
Drink now.
Alc 12%

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Balnaves Sparkling Cabernet Sauvignon

Coonawarra, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

ABV: 14%

Closure: Cork

Other reviews... [tasted 2016] True to the character of Coonawarra cabernet, this is a cuvee that sings with all the complexity of deep reserves, a blend from '14 back to '95. Black- and redcurrant fruit meets dark chocolate and notes of red capsicum on a long and bright finish. Firm, fine tannins are well handled and promise a long future. A standout in the sparkling cabernet stakes.
92 points - James Hallidays Wine Companion
First tasted August 2007 This wine should impress, but fails to do so – the base wine has been blended from 8 vintages of Reserve wines and kept on lees for 5 months. The wine starts badly, there is virtually no mousse and very little bead – in fact it could barely be described as being spritzig. Deep crimson colour with deep crimson hue. Hints of chocolate and spice on the nose, with a slight effervescent sensation on the palate. Dry tannins overwhelm the fruit component. Aftertaste of plum and stewed fruit.
Drink (2007)
Alc/Vol: 14% Rated: 71 points

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Bay of Fires Tasmanian Cuvee Pinot Chardonnay Brut

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

This sparkling pours with a good white creamy mousse that shows good hold. Pale straw pale gold base wine colour. Very fine and moderately persistent bead. The nose displays yeasty top notes followed by some grapefruit and citrus. The palate possesses a creamy mouthfeel with flavours of yeast lees and cashew followed by some baked bread and roast almond characters on the back palate. Clean crisp finish with aftertaste of yeast lees and roasted almond characters.
Drink now (2011).
Alc 12.5%

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Bay of Fires Tasmanian Cuvee Pinot Noir Chardonnay Brut

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$37. 99
Bottle
$455.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2018-2021)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Matured for an average of 3 years on lees. Pours nicely with a very frothy mousse that shows excellent hold. Pale straw coloured base threaded by an exceptionally fine bead that shows great persistence. A touch restrained the nose displays subtle pear and citrus aromas which merge with light toast and sherbet notes. Light with a subtle creaminess in the mouth the palate has good mid palate richness with flavours of citrus, toast, delicate honeyed characters, yeast lees and a touch of breadiness. Finishes dry with vibrant acidity and a bready aftertaste of citrus, toast, yeast lees and cashew.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2020 Bellebonne Vintage Rose

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2028-2029)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Diam Cork

Made from Pinot Noir this sparkling rose pours with a buoyant mousse and a salmon pink tinged base that has a steady stream of tiny bubbles flowing through it. Aromas of winter strawberry and peach are interwoven with baked bread, yeast lees and raspberry notes. Tense and vividly sculptured by racy chalk tinged acidity, flavours of winter strawberries, red cherries and citrus over shadow oyster shell and mineral undertones. Finishes very dry, crisp and elegant.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 12%
Other Reviews….
Pipers River pinot noir from four rows of vines, fermented in eight-year-old barrels with 100% mlf. Early picked for the aromatic purity it provides, and it really shows. A beautiful salmon hue with a fine energetic bead and mousse, stunning aromatics of redcurrant, wild strawberries, red apple and raspberry with notes of mushroom broth, fresh pastry, crushed river stone and light creamy notes. Super savoury and pure, gentle tannin texture from the barrel ferment and a long, harmonious finish. Gorgeous drinking. Drink by 2033.
96 Points
Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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2019 Bellebonne Vintage Cuvee

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2023-2029)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Diam Cork

Made from a blend of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir. Pours with a frothy white mousse which slowly subsides to reveal a pale straw coloured base that has pale gold tinged edges. An exceptionally fine bead threading its way through the core. Intense aromatics of baked bread, citrus and yeast lees followed by hints of pear and brioche drift through the olfactory senses. Delicious pear, citrus, baked bread and yeast lees flavours make a pillowy entry onto the mouth watering palate. Subtle cashew and ginger elements are also evident. Nicely sculptured by crisp acidity it has a long dry chalk tinged finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12%

Other Reviews….
A 2019 vintage sparkling of 60/40% chardonnay/pinot noir from Pipers River; 100% barrel ferment and 100% mlf. A very solid vintage in Tasmania. Pale straw with elegant white peach, grapefruit and green apple with underlying hints of crushed stone, almond blossom, brioche, enoki mushroom broth and a gentle wisp of freshly cut fennel bulb. Seamless with stunning tension, clarity and a sense of filigreed grace. Plenty of subtlety, plenty of awesome. Drink by 2033.
95 points
Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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2019 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2023-2031)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 24 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.
Pours with a thick frothy purple tinged mousse that hold well over a dense dark red coloured base that has a very fine yet steady bead flowing through it. Heady ripe blackberry, dark plum, liquorice and dark chocolate aromas fill the nostrils with some earthy vanillin oak background notes. Very concentrated, rich and powerful the mouth is completely engulfed with opulent blackberry, dark plum, liquorice and dark chocolate flavours. Vanillin oak and earth elements also chime in. Creamy textured it finishes dry and slightly chalky with a long decadent finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2017 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 10 Years (2020-2030)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 24 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.
Pours beautifully with a thick purple tinged mousse that shows excellent hold. The tiniest of bubbles flowing through a dense pitch black dark red coloured core with excellent persistence. Wafting out of the glass are heady scents of dark plum, blackberry and liquorice which meld into toasty vanillin oak, dark chocolate and spice notes. Rich and toasty the palate is packed with luscious blackberry, liquorice and sarsaparilla flavours that are married to vanillin oak, scorched earth and cinnamon spice elements. Dry energetic finish with a long and generous creamy textured aftertaste.
Limited stocks – this normally sells out prior to Christmas.
Drink over the next 8-10 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2013 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: 8 - 10 Years (2024-2026)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this Cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 20 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.

Impressive pour with a deep dark purple tinged mousse that shows excellent hold. Totally opaque black dark purple colour with an exceptionally fine bead that shows good persistence. Ripe blackberry, liquorice and dark plum aromas are followed by some dark chocolate, vanillin oak and spice notes. Very rich and concentrated the palate is flooded with opulent ripe blackberry, liquorice and dark plum flavours that have an adolescent youthfulness. Underlying dark chocolate and spicy vanillin oak characters are also apparent. Very dry finish with slightly chalky tannins. Excellent power with a long conclusion of liquorice, ripe blackberries, dark chocolate and spicy vanillin oak. A big rich sparkling Shiraz that will evolve beautifully in the cellar.
Cellar 8-10 years.
Alc 14%

Other Reviews….
The colour here is something else; it makes deep purple look insipid. Blackberry and violet, dark boiled XMAS cake, chocolate and leather, with a slightly briny character too. It’s dense and tannic, full of juicy purple flavour, along with raspberries, salt beef and spice. It’s almost more savoury than simply sweet, and has layers of complexity and a full throttle finish rolling with dark chocolate and a thick pillow of tannin. Pretty much, this is how you do it. Almost ready now, but will really be better still in a few years. Drink 2017-2029+
94+ points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

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2015 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 10 Years (2018-2028)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 22 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.

An Australian Classic at the Christmas table – this is the go-to wine for Sparkling Shiraz.

Pours with a frothy purple tinged mousse that sits comfortably over a black, dark red coloured base which is finely threaded by a persistent bead. An elevated nose offers up aromas of ripe dark plum, blackberry and liquorice followed by toasty vanillin oak, traces of earth and blackpepper. Rich, luscious dark plum, liquorice, blackberry and dark chocolate flavours saturate the palate with toasty vanillin oak, spicy earth and pepper elements in the background. Refreshing acidity counterpoints the opulent dark fruits. Creamy like mouthfeel with a long velvet laced finish of dark plum, blackberry, chocolate bullets, toasty vanillin oak, earth and spice.
Drink now or cellar up to 10 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2014 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: 6 - 8 Years (2023-2025)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this Cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 20 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.

An Australian Classic at the Christmas table – this is the go-to wine for Sparkling Shiraz.

Pours with a very frothy purple tinged mousse which leaves behind it an opaque black dark red base coloured wine that’s carefully threaded by a very fine stream of tiny bubbles. Pronounced ripe blackberry, liquorice and dark plum aromatics hold sway over toasty vanillin oak, subtle chocolatey earth and spicy pepper end notes. Rich and intensely flavoured the palate is awash with ripe plush black fruits that include blackberry, liquorice and dark plums underpinned by toasty vanillin oak, traces of earth and spice. Dry earthy tannins largely concealed by the plushness of fruit. Excellent concentration with an opulent yet vibrant mouthfeel. Finishes dry with good freshness and a long blackberry, liquorice, dark plum, toasty vanillin oak, earth and spice aftertaste.
Cellar 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%

Other Reviews….
Deep red colour with a trace of purple. The bouquet is savoury, with dried herb and earthy notes, traces of vanilla, chocolate and spices. The wine is rich and medium to full-bodied, with appropriate mid-palate sweetness followed by drying but soft tannins and a touch of licorice. There's a pleasant touch of bitterness on the finish and aftertaste, which helps cleanse the palate. Good length and balance.
95 points
Huon Hooke

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2012 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: 6 - 8 Years (2021-2023)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. With previous releases the base wine for this Cuvee was left on yeast lees in bottle for 12 months and disgorged in the traditional method, however, Best’s have now decided to leave it on lees for an extra two years in order to create greater complexity. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.

A superb, very reasonably priced sparkling Shiraz that's arrived just in time for Christmas.

Creamy deep purple mousse with an opaque black red core, possessing a very fine and persistent bead. Lifted ripe blackberry, dark plum and liquorice aromas are followed by some toasty vanillin oak, dark chocolate and subtle spice. Exceptionally rich and concentrated the palate exudes gloriously ripe flavours of dark plum, liquorice, blackberry and dark chocolate that engulf the palate over a back drop of toasty vanillin oak, subtle earth and spice. Creamy mouthfeel with the opulence and power of fruit counterpointed by a dry sturdy finish. Long aftertaste of ripe blackberries, liquorice, dark plum, toasty vanillin oak and spice.
Cellar 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2016 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 10 Years (2019-2029)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 22 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.

Sparkling Shiraz at Christmas is an Australian tradition and few producers do it as well as Best’s

A frothy purple tinged mousse sits atop an inky black dark red coloured base that has a very fine bead running through it. Intense ripe blackberry and liquorice aromas are tempered by hints of dark chocolate and vanillin oak with earth and hints of spice also present. A rich mouthful of fluffy, concentrated dark fruits flood the creamy like textured mid palate. Ripe blackberry, liquorice and dark chocolate flavours sit over vanillin oak, earth and spice nuances. Finishes dry with a burst of blueberry freshness on the very long aftertaste that’s layered with luscious dark fruit. Limited stocks – this normally sells out prior to Christmas.
Drink over the next 8-10 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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Billy Button NV Prosecco

Alpine Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

ABV: 10.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Other Reviews....
Machine harvested fruit was gently pressed. Only the-free run juice was used, then cold settled and fermented with inoculated yeast. Prosecco sparkles here in pale lemon hue, chalky lemon, apple, nashi pear and, unusually, quite lifted aromatics. Good strong bubble and lemony goodness to follow with a touch of spice. Plenty to like.
88 points
Jeni Port - James Halliday's Wine Companion

Made with all King Valley fruit.
Frisky, light and fresh. Grapey for the most part and, importantly, not too sweet. Cider apples and yeast. More complexity than its lightness would suggest. Some grip too. Good. It works.
89 points
Campbell Mattinson - The Wine Front

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2021 Bird in Hand Sparkling

AUSTRALIA

$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2022-2025)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

A fine satiny mousse sits atop a light pink coloured base. Fine persistent bead with lifted scents of peach and strawberry filling the nostrils. Some musk and light bready notes also chime in. Moreish pear and strawberry fruits captivate the palate with subtle yeast lees and baked bread elements lying underneath. Vivid acidity with a dry, tasty finish.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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Black Billy Pinot Chardonnay

McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

$17. 99
Bottle
$215.88 Dozen

Cellar: 1 - 2 Years (2008-2009)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Fine pale creamy mousse. Fine bead, showing very good persistence. Delicate nose of light lemon with just a touch of yeast lees. Creamy palate texture, with light lemon background flavours. Clean acid finish. Excellent balance and a touch of sherbet on the aftertaste.
Cellar 1-2 years (2008-2009)
Alc/Vol: 12.5%

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Black Billy Sparkling Shiraz

McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

The mousse is impressive, with mauve purple colour followed by medium sized bead with short persistence. The nose displays aromas of liquorice, plum and stewed fruit. On the palate flavours of ripe plum, followed by a hint of earth and leather. Soft finish. Aftertaste of ripe plum, earth and leather.
Drink (2007)
Alc/Vol: 13.5%

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2015 Bream Creek Cuvee Traditionelle

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2021-2027)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

A blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay aged for over 5 years on lees. A buoyant fluffy white mousse dissipates to reveal a pale straw coloured base that has pale gold tinged edges, the bead very fine and persistent. Intense baked bread, citrus and yeast lees aromatics stream out of the glass with notions of brioche, light toast and subtle ginger also present. The finely detailed palate has a refined flavour profile of citrus, yeast lees, baked bread and subtle roasted almonds. Dry sculptured finish with crisp acidity and an elegant yet tense aftertaste.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2014 Bream Creek Cuvee Traditionelle Vintage

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2020-2026)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

A blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that has been aged for over 5 years on lees. A well proportioned fluffy white mousse sits over a pale straw coloured base that has pale gold edgings. Fine profuse bead. Subtle aromas of red apple and lemon sherbet mix with yeast lees and light pear notes. Refreshing pear and citrus fruits gently infused with smoky minerals are tense and sculptured in their feel. Some yeast lees and light baked fruits sit in the background. Crisp dry finish with a chalk tinged aftertaste.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12.5%

Other Reviews….
If you are looking for a quiet storm of a Tasmanian sparkling, Bream Creek, east of Hobart, will fill that desire. A blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the Cuvée Traditionelle typically spends at least 5 years on lees before disgorging and will continue to age in bottle for several years from its release and the 2014 does not deviate from the quality I have come to expect from them.
A rich and buttery brioche, honeycomb, lemon curd, peach blossom and vanilla yoghurt on the nose, the freshness of youth is evident amongst the autolytic characteristics but on the palate, its youth is truly revealed. Crisp green apples, oyster shells, white nectarines, fresh lemon zest all find their way to the front with those toasty notes taking a back seat. Pure elegance with a clean and lean lingering finish, this is a stylish sparkling wine to either drink now or cellar for up to a decade. Drink 2020-2030.
94 points
Curly Haslam-Coates – The Wine Front

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Bridgewater Mill Brut Pinot Noir Chardonnay

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2008-2009)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

The mousse holds well, fine bead with moderate persistence. The base wine is straw coloured with a delicate pink hue. The palate flavours are on the light side with subtle strawberry and light biscuit. Creamy texture. Nuances of lemon, grapefruit and unripe strawberry. Clean finish. Aftertaste of lemon and light lees.
Drink (2009)
Alc/Vol: 13.5%

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Brown Brothers Sparkling Brut Rose NV

King Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews….
80/20% Victoria/Tumbarumba. Super clean, fruit-driven sparkling with subtle creamy yeast overtones that can't put a foot wrong. The producer is one assured sparkling maker who knows what drinkers want. Dusty cherry, pomegranate. The bead is strong, acidity cuts through well and the strawberry crush flavour is just so tasty.

94 points
Jeni Port – James Halliday Wine Companion

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2015 Campbells Moscato

Rutherglen, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

ABV: 7%

Closure: Stelvin

A showcase of the lifted floral aromatics that Muscat produces, rosewater and musk complimented with citrus blossom and freshly crushed grapes. The palate is true to the bouquet with rich strawberry, musk and Turkish delight characters all prominent. Gentle natural spritz adds texture to the mid palate, before finishing with a burst of citrus fruit, ripe lime, mandarin and crisp clean acidity.

Notes sourced from the winery.

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2021 Chalmers Col Fondo Sparkling

Heathcote, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$32. 99
Bottle
$395.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now (2022)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Crown Seal

Made from Aglianico grapes. A well portioned mousse holds well over a salmon pink coloured base that has a spritely stream of tiny bubbles flowing through it. Engaging raspberry and pommegrante aromas mix with blood orange and leesy orange rind like notes. Light and airy but also very zesty across the palate, blood orange, tangerine and ruby grapefruit flavours have a fruit tingle like feel. Finishes very dry, slightly tart and crisp with some lemon sherbet and chalky mineral characters also present. Zingy and highly refreshing aftertaste.
Drink now.
Alc. 13%

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2016 Chandon Vintage Brut

AUSTRALIA

$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2023-2028)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Diam Cork

A plentiful mousse hovers over a pale straw coloured base that has pale gold tinged edges and is finely threaded by a persistent stream of tiny bubbles. Lifted pear and red apple scents merge into some dried honey, brioche and yeast lees notes. Mouth watering flavours of pear, yeast lees and citrus are delivered with ample concentration over a back drop of brioche, subtle cashew and chalky mineral elements. Gently creamed mouth feel with a dry, crisp and lengthy finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%
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Fruit from the Strathbogie Ranges and King Valley. Not shown on the new, bold labels that the wine was disgorged in June ’21, the only label claim is traditional method. The fine mousse is very active in the mouth, and the dosage has been kept to a low level ex the long time the wine was on tirage.
95 Points
James Halliday – Australian Wine Companion

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2015 Chandon Vintage Brut

AUSTRALIA

$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2021-2026)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

A fine mousse dissipates to reveal a pale straw coloured base that has pale gold edges and is threaded by a persistent bead. Aromas of pear and baked apple mingle with toasted bread, yeast lees and citrus. Crisp and racy the palate has a refined flavour profile of pear, baked bread and yeast lees over roasted almonds. Finishes dry with a twist of citrus and a faintly creamed but otherwise sculptured aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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Over 36 months on lees, disgorged July '18; from estate vineyards at Coldstream, Whitlands and Strathbogie. The interaction of cold climate sites and varieties gives rise to flavours ranging between grapefruit, green apple, almonds and marzipan. Compelling complexity and length.
95 points
James Halliday – The Australian Wine Companion

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Chandon Sparkling Red Pinot Shiraz

Multi District Blend, AUSTRALIA

$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2004-2005)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Cork

The mousse is impressive, creamy mauve mousse. Medium sized bead, with modest persistence. The base wine is medium bodied, with deep crimson brick red colour. Aroma of spice, plum, prune and stewed fruit, followed by a hint of leather. The palate reveals flavours of ripe plum, raisins and leather followed by a peppery back palate. Creamy texture. Aftertaste of plum, spice and black pepper.
Drink Now
Alc/Vol: 14%

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2013 Chandon Vintage Brut

AUSTRALIA

$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2017-2022)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Diam Cork

Pours with a frothy white mousse that shows good hold. Pale straw colour with a tinge of pale gold around the outskirts threaded by a very fine bead that possesses great persistence. Elevated scents of baked bread and yeast lees combine with hints of pear over light citrus infusions and a subtle toastiness. Fresh and creamy in texture the palate features mouth watering flavours of baked bread, yeast lees and citrus followed by some cashew and a faint hint of toasted honey on the crisp dry finish. Aftertaste of yeast lees, bready characters, roasted nuts, traces of dried honey and citrus. An excellent Chandon that has a rich yeast lees character.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%

Other Reviews…
Chandon Vintage Brut is in fine form.
This hits quality right on the buzzer. Lemon pie, stone fruit, baked apples, fennel and spice, a yeasty-creaminess adding yet more texture and interest. It dazzles mostly with its freshness but there’s substance to back it up. Very good fizz.
93 points
Campbell Mattinson – The Wine Front

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2012 Chandon Vintage Brut

AUSTRALIA

$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2016-2021)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Diam Cork

Pours with a white frothy mousse that shows good hold. Pale straw colour with pale gold edges and a very profuse fine bead. The nose reveals aromas of baked pears and bread followed by dried honey with yeasty citrus end notes. Refreshing palate entry with citrus and pears melding into some yeast lees characters, faint toast and cashew. Finishes dry with vibrant acidity and an aftertaste of citrus, pear, yeast lees, sherbet and traces of cashew.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc 12.5%

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2012 Chandon Altius Upper Yarra Cuvee

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$46. 99
Bottle
$563.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2017-2022)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Diam Cork

Pours with a creamy white mousse that has good staying power and a pale straw golden edged base colour. Exceptionally fine and very profuse bead. Citrus, pear and subtle baked bread aromas merge with light toast and yeast lees characters. Fresh palate flavours of citrus and pears merge into some yeast lees with a light fluffy mid palate and crisp dry lemon sherbet finish. Aftertaste of pears, citrus, light toast and yeast lees.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc 12.5%

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2008 Chandon Vintage Tasmanian Cuvee

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$32. 99
Bottle
$395.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: 2 - 3 Years (2013-2014)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Generous mousse showing good hold. Pale straw base wine colour with fine and persistent bead. The nose is quite refined with aromas of toast, citrus, baked bread and yeasty characters emerging. Crisp and refreshing the palate displays flavours of citrus, toast and sherbet. Crisp acid finish with aftertaste of citrus and sherbet.
Cellar 2-3 years (2013-2014).
Alc 12.5%

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Charles Melton Sparkling Red

Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2023-2031)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Crown Seal

Aged for 40 months on lees. An over flowing dark red tinged mousse slowly dissipates to reveal a dark red black tinged coloured base that has an extremely fine bead flowing through it. Sailing from the glass are aromas of dark plum and liquorice which are complimented by vanilla, earthy dark chocolate and spice notes. Rich and velvety, concentrated dark plum, liquorice and dark chocolate flavours are delivered with great power across the mid weighted palate. Vanillin earth and spicy mocha characters lurk underneath. Fluffy and opulent in its feel, it has a long, seductive finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14%

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2017 Chartley Estate Sparkling Rose Methode Traditionnelle

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$44. 99
Bottle
$539.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2021-2025)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

This superb sparkling Rose is a made from a blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay with 4 years spent on lees. Pours with a frothy mousse that subsides to reveal a salmon pink coloured base that has a very fine and nibble stream of bubbles flowing through it. Leaping from the glass with fantastic intensity are aromatics of wild strawberry, yeast lees, baked bread, subtle brioche and toast. Delicious strawberry and raspberry fruits combine with yeast lees, baked bread, sherbet and subtle toast. Dry refreshing finish with crisp acidity and a long mouth watering aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 12%

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2016 Chartley Estate Lavinia Sparkling

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$46. 99
Bottle
$563.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2021-2026)

ABV: 12.2%

Closure: Cork

A blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay matured for 3 years on lees. A frothy white mousse overlays a pale straw coloured base that has a steady stream of nibble bubbles flowing through it. Lifted pear, baked bread and red apple scents are intertwined with yeast lees and toasty dried honey like notes. Rich and full yet vibrant and refreshing the palate is filled with pear, citrus and yeasty baked bread flavours which sit over an oily toast back drop. Finishes dry and slightly creamy with a vivid sculpture and a very yeasty aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.2%

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2004 Clover Hill Chardonnay Pinot Noir Brut

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Cellar: 3 - 4 Years (2011-2012)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

Outstanding creamy white mousse with very fine, persistent bead. Deep straw coloured base wine. Top note of yeast lees, cashew and biscuit over a creamy palate structure. In the background flavours of yeast lees, biscuit and lemon. Excellent balance. Clean acid finish. Aftertaste of yeast lees and biscuit.
Cellar 3-4 years (2011-2012)
Alc/Vol: 13%

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2001 Clover Hill Chardonnay Pinot Noir Pinot Meunier

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Cellar: 3 - 4 Years (2010-2011)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

Deep straw colour with very good mousse. Very fine persistent bead. The nose is impressive with strong yeast autolysis aroma followed by nougat, toast and a touch of hazelnut. Creamy palate texture. The palate delivers a complex array of flavours over a strong yeast autolysis background. Hazelnut, cashew and toast flavours emerge. Clean finish. A sparkling wine that is showing impressive bottle developed characteristics.
Cellar 3-4 years (2010-2011)
Alc/Vol: 13%

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2008 Clover Hill Methode Traditionelle Brut

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2013-2018)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

This renown Tassie sparkling pours well with a white frothy mousse that has good hold. Once dissipated it reveals a pale straw coloured base with pale gold edges. Exceptionally fine bead showing very good persistence. The nose displays good intensity with baked bread and yeast lees top notes overlaid with some toasty characters followed by some subtle cashew and citrus end notes. The palate delivers mouthfilling flavours of baked bread, some toastiness, citrus, yeast lees and cashew with an almost creamy like mouthfeel. Clean dry finish with long aftertaste of yeasty baked bread, toast and cashew.
Drink over the next 4-5 years (2013-2018).
Alc 12.5%

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