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Delord 25 Year Old Bas Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$159. 99
Bottle
$1919.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

A departure from Delord's vintage-dated bottlings is this quarter-century old brandy with an age statement prominent on the label. The pricing is consistent with the rest of Delord's range, i.e. - surprisingly cheap. Apparently there is more colombard in the blend which fills out the fruitiness of the mid palate. Expect notes of cocoa, roasted nuts, baking spices, dried fruits and cinnamon.
Founded by one of the mobile distillers of the region in 1893, Delord became a permanent operation in 1932 with an estate in the Bas Armagnac region. They distill from a mixture of ugni blanc, colombard, baco and folle-blanche, each vinified separately and then distilled using both continuous and batch stills. The former distillate is primarily used for spirits destined to age for a significant amount of time while the double distilled spirit is primarily used for younger expressions. 40% Alc./Vol.

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G.E. Massenez Butterscotch Caramel Liqueur (700ml)

Alsace, FRANCE
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

ABV: 15%

Give a sweet and savoury twist to classic dessert cocktails with Massenez's new butterscotch caramel liqueur. Works in a crème brûlée cocktail, add a sweet twist to martinis, richen up an Old Fashioned or experiment with Rum & banana. 15% Alc./Vol.

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2007 A.D. Rattray Cask Collection Teaninich 16 Years Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND
$179. 99
Bottle
$2159.88 Dozen

ABV: 57.8%

Rattray had a sister cask to this one (#461) released at 14 years old in 2021. By comparison, Bourbon hogshead #462 was afforded two further years of maturation through perhaps the most significant mid-teen ageing period, allowing fresh orchard fruits to develop into more tart citrus notes over the ever-present, hearty cereal base. 290 bottles were filled at 57.8% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered.
Notes from the bottlers... Colour: Polished gold. Nose: Chalky lemon, honey pomelo and soda bread. Palate: Rustic loaf, Parma violet and fresh lime.
Finish: Subtle saffron, liquorice and ginger decorate the palate.

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2023 Moss Wood Amy’s

Margaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$32. 99
Bottle
$395.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

A Bordeaux style blend bristling with juicy red and blue fruit.
Moss Wood’s entry level Cabernets, Amy’s, is a Bordeaux-styled blend that’s produced in an earlier drinking style loaded with generous fruit that shows plenty of flesh. Sourced from the Glenmore vineyard just north of Yallingup. It’s a blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Malbec and 5% Merlot. Maturation takes place in 228 litre older French oak barrels for a period of 18 months.
Midnight black heart with a vibrant dark red hue. Delightful red to black currant and violet scents mix with some mulberry, red liquorice, lightly dusted vanillin cedar, tobacco and bay leaf notes. Mid weighted, the palate is layered with rich juicy red to black currant, red liquorice and blueberry fruits. Spicy vanillin cedar, delicate earth and infusions of bay leaf form the back drop. Excellent concentration with seamlessly integrated, fine grained tannins. The long, fresh finish bristling with a mix of succulent red and blue fruit.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 14%
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This is a blend if cabernet sauvignon, petit verdot, malbec and merlot. In a good year like this one, it offers some of the best value classy red wine going around. This is as good as any in this line. Plush red fruit of tremendous intensity. A firm core of tannin and oak holds it firm as the succulent fruit washes through. Such energy and vibrancy.
95 Points
RayJordanWine.com.au
Very much Cabernet Sauvignon dominant (83%), the wine also enjoys contributions from Merlot (5%), Malbec (6%) and Petit Verdot (6%). After fermentation and blending, the wine was returned to the 228-litre French oak barrels, none of them new, for maturation for a year and a half. A purple/maroon colour here, we have a nose exhibiting some of those classic Cab notes with black fruits, truffles, black cherries, cedar, cigar boxes and tobacco leaves, beef stock and graphite. There is deftly handled oak, silky tannins, excellent balance and length. This is a superb Cabernet blend and should drink beautifully for at least the next ten to twelve years. The team talk about it being approachable young and it certainly is, but I also think it has a long future – it simply has such fine balance and so much going on that it can’t miss. This is a stellar Amy’s. Drink 2024-2036.
94 Points
Ken Gargett – WinePilot.com

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2024 Tahbilk Marsanne

Nagambie Lakes, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$16. 99
Bottle
$203.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

A delicious rendition of Tahbilk’s ever reliable Marsanne.
Established in 1860 and purchased by the Purbrick family in 1925, Tahbilk has the world’s largest single holding of Marsanne, a grape that plays a major role in some of the worlds most famed white wines, those of Hermitage in Northern Rhone.
Brilliant pale straw colour with highlights of green around the outskirts and a watery hue. Fresh peach and lime aromas jump out of the glass complimented by some floral honeysuckle, apple skin and subtle spicy bees wax notes. On the palate delicious peach and red apple skin flavours meld into a back drop of lime, delicate honeysuckle and stony mineral elements. Supple in its feel it possesses solid concentration and vibrant underlying acidity. Dry, refreshing finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12.5%
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Such a steal at $22. Full of flavour, distinctive with it, long through the finish, and with a proven track record. It’s got so many ticks it feels quality certified. Stonefruit, grapefruit, slate, a pinch of salt and of course citrus. Intensity of flavour here is very good, as this wine is from all angles. Drink 2024-2035+
93 Points
Campbell Mattinson – The Wine Front

One of the top value Aussie whites going – year in, year out. It is unwooded and so the purity of varietal expression is keen, with the prettiest of spring florals on display and a brightness of citrus that sparks the palate. Honeysuckle, citrus blossom and acacia work with citrus, quince, green apple and a lemon sorbet tang to ignite the tastebuds, hand in hand with juicy acidity. A mid-palate creaminess opens up the food-matching possibilities. I'm thinking lobster meunière. As for ageing? It's up for a decade or more. Drink by 2038.
95 points
Jeni Port - James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion

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Cape Byron Stone Beer Cask Single Malt Australian Whisky (700ml)

New South Wales, AUSTRALIA
$149. 99
Bottle
$1799.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Cape Byron continues as it began in 2016 - as a family owned and run operation situated on a Macadamia farm. Scotch Whisky Master, Jim McEwan is significant for his early involvement, alongside current distiller and owner, Eddie Brooks. Cape Byron's house style has been compared to Bruichladdich's "Classic Laddie" - not unwarranted, nor surprising. Full-size, 200 litre American oak ex-bourbon barrels are the mainstay, with multiple casks vatted for each release. The whiskies mature in a cool, damp environment and are bottled non-chill filtered. Here's another in a series of 'experiments', this time following a tradition more aligned with Northern European distilleries - maturation in x-beer casks. Aged in ex-bourbon barrels previously filled with Stone & Wood's rich and distinctive 'Stone Beer', a dark porter brewed with wood-fired stones, the resulting whisky shows some nice tropical fruit character, dustings of cocoa and stout, rounded off with a subtle herbaceous tang and lingering pepper heat at the finish. As far as this sub-category goes, it's a success, even if the beer influence seems slight. 46% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... crème brûlée and indulgent vanilla custard, followed by a burst of fresh orange zest evolving into mocha and tiramisu. It concludes with a lingering honey note, leaving a sweet and satisfying finish.

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Glenmorangie Single Malt Scotch Whisky Tasting Pack (4 x 100ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND
$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

Discover why Glenmorangie is one of world's best selling Single Malt Scotch Whiskies via this handsome tasting pack. The collection includes one 100ml bottle of each of the following expressions, beginning with the entry level 10 year old and building in richness as they progress.
The Original Aged 10 Years – Bourbon cask matured.
The Lasanta Aged 12 Years – Sherry cask finish.
The Quinta Ruban Aged 14 Years – Port cask finish.
The Nectar D’Or – Sauternes cask finish.

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1995 Chateau de Laubade Bas Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$250. 00
Bottle
$3000.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Château de Laubade only release these Armagnacs after a minimum of 15 years of ageing, each vintage beautifully presented in a hardwood box - in this case making the perfect gift for a 1995 anniversary of any kind! Anticipate deep, powerful flavours including candied prunes, dried fruits like figs, vanilla and coffee, all framed by fine oak tannins.
More than eighty different vintages are currently being matured in Laubade’s cellars. The oldest vintage is from 1888. Each year tells a story dealing with the ongoing climate changes, cask quality and the cellar's temperature - all of which define the vintage identity. A culmination of rich know-how and dedication to quality from three generations, the Lesgourgues family continue to run their own 260 acre property. Planted to Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche & Baco, each variety is distilled seperately. Notably, Laubade remains alone in coopering their own Gascon oak casks. Sustainable agriculture is also the standard here (manure is produced by 600 ewes). 40% Alc./Vol. Very limited stocks.

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2023 Neldner Road by Dave Powell Steinert Riesling

Eden Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Sourced from a single five-acre vineyard in Flaxman’s Valley at 480 metres elevation, this Eden Valley Riesling is a true expression of place. Planted over 80 years ago by the Steinert family, the dry-grown, rod and spur-pruned vines produce fruit of exceptional character. Hand-picked, whole-bunch pressed and fermented dry with minimal handling, delivering a pure and expressive reflection of its historic site.
Alc. 13%
Other Reviews....
The 2023 Riesling Steinert is a little unusual in style thanks to a later pick, but I like where this is headed in a genuinely flavorsome style with hearty aromas of pear and citrus. Richly textured with ripe, crisp acidity, appreciable flavor and balanced phenolics, this has some quite serious personality that holds over a lingering finish. Drink 2025 - 2032.
92 Points
Angus Hughson - Antonio Galloni's Vinous
The 2023 Steinert Riesling leads with white pineapple and saline, crushed rocks and straw. The wine is gently floral without being overt, and it has a mineral seam of crushed quartz and sand. Pretty. The mid-palate is spicy and taut, with a width through the finish that adds complexity and density to the fruit. Really smart. 13% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. Drink 2024 - 2038.
93 Points
Erin Larkin - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

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2023 Fat Bastard Chardonnay

California, UNITED STATES
Reduced from $14.99
$13. 99
Bottle
$167.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Luscious, full and sweetly fruited quaffing Chardonnay.

The Fat Bastard brings welcome relief to those looking for a bigger, fuller style of Chardonnay amidst the current market trend of lighter, fresher and more elegant styles. Filling a gap in the market and delivering incredible value for money has made this our best selling Chardonnay over the last 9 years.
Bright straw colour with pale gold tinged edges and a watery hue. Ripe peach, honeycomb and bacon fat scents fill the nostrils with some creme brulee and spicy butterscotch notes also evident. Rich and creamy, the palate is greeted with sweet ripe peach and crème brulee flavours which overlay a butterscotch, honeycomb, toast and spicy vanilla back drop. Soft, integrated acidity with a full, lusciously textured finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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Santis Malt Dreifaltigkeit Edition Single Malt Swiss Whisky (500ml)

SWITZERLAND
$149. 99
Bottle
$1799.88 Dozen

ABV: 52%

'Dreifaltigkeit' means trinity in German, and this whisky apparently gets its name from a local Swiss mountain peak. Reportedly the barley is smoked in multiple ways – first wood-smoked in beech and oak woods, then re-smoked with local peat from the Appenzell Highmoor. It's said to be a polarising experience, even for peat freaks. An earlier edition was awarded Jim Murray's “European Whisky of the Year” for 2010. 52% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... The kind of smokey infusion which just makes you purr with happiness. One of my favourite peat styles: a kind of mix between cattle sheds and bacon frying in the pan... Thick, chewy and frankly magnificent... such a long finale. The smoke pulses, the spices tingle and the fruit allays with the barley and the growing oak for a deeply pleasing sweet-dry interplay... Santis back to its most brilliant... If you see a bottle grab it and ask questions later. 95 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024
Peat cut from the moors in Appenzell is used to make peated malt that is then matured in beer casks. The nose has rich woodsmoke, leather, charred oak, bruised orchard fruit, and a mild pepperiness. Unsweetened chocolate, dark fruit, clove, and ginger lead to an intense spicy peak, diluting to leave hazelnut ganache, chocolate brownie, and a gentle smoky character. 88 points - whiskyadvocate.com
[circa 2021 bottling] We're in Appenzell and unless you're a native German speaker, please try to say 'Dreifaltigkeit'. Bravo! Indeed that means 'trinity' in German. This was matured in old beer casks, a typical set-up at Säntis. Colour: deep gold/amber. Nose: with bags of pencil shavings and tons of pinewood chips, this should work well as a spread over your barbecued ribs. Seriously, I think this is awesome, totally deviant in a great way, and more and more on smoked and grilled bacon. Spectacular, I can't wait to check what will happen once water's been added. With water: same but with even more pinewood. A little aquavit, perhaps, Schinken häger… ever heard of Schinken häger? Mouth (neat): total extreme fun. Tons of smoked bacon, litres of Jägermeister and Fernet Branca, and this feeling of drinking sauna oil. With water: more tar, myrtle liqueur (first time I'm finding this much myrtle), salty bacon… Finish: very long. Perhaps a tad too long in fact, you'll need a break before you pour another whisky. Yes, of course this is whisky. Comments: utter fun! Isn't this Whiskyfun? 86 points - whiskyfun.com

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1998 Glenmorangie Grand Vintage 23 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND
$1199. 00
Bottle
$14388.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

The eighth addition to the Bond House No.1 Collection, Glenmorangie Grand Vintage Malt 1998 showcases some of the first 'Morangie ever to be aged in new charred oak barrels. Distilled in 1998, the year Dr Bill Lumsden became Director of Whisky Creation, the 23-year-old limited edition results from one of his earliest experiments. By marrying that experimental whisky’s intense colour and spice with other casks selected for notes of ginger, baked apples and orange chocolate, Dr Bill brings a delectable twist to Glenmorangie’s fruity finesse. 43% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... Ripe pears, plums and baked apples are drizzled with rich toffee sauce. Then comes gentle oak and creamy vanilla, touched by fresh mint leaves and a spiralling scent of incense. A splash of water reveals Glenmorangie’s classic citrus side, light with lemon and mandarin orange. Sweet tobacco is brushed with lavender and a sprinkling of ginger. Zesty, vibrant fruits pop in the mouth, smoothened by chocolate and soft butter candy, scattered with raisins and figs. Then, deliciously hinting at the new charred oak, comes orange chocolate, spiced with clove, ginger, aniseed and sweet chilli. Subtle and mellow. A harmony of sugared almonds, leather and dates.

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Santis Malt Sigel Edition Single Malt Swiss Whisky (500ml)

SWITZERLAND
$124. 99
Bottle
$1499.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Other reviews... It is well known that I am no advocate of beer barrel matured whisky, not least because the bitterness of the hops can cause havoc with the overall balance. Santis, though, are in a league of their very own - especially when it appears to create a creamy hop-less stout like this with sugars appearing from every angle. 92 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024
Why is it that so many great beer-producing European nations, many of them with Germanic roots, didn't progress to whisky making? Appenzeller brewery makes this malt using old beer casks, and they have softened the edges of the malt and given it a liquid honey frame around which woody-earthy notes and unripe dates create an intriguing mix. A long, long way from the Alps to the Scottish Highlands, but a lofty malt nevertheless. [2011 bottling] 80 points -whiskyadvocate.com

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G.E. Massenez Popcorn Liqueur (700ml)

Alsace, FRANCE
$52. 99
Bottle
$635.88 Dozen

ABV: 17%

Massenez continue to innovate the liqueur category with the introduction of a Popcorn flavour. Delivering a buttery, slightly savoury delight that captures the nostalgic taste of freshly popped corn, it will add a novel twist to your favourite cocktails. Shake it into an Espresso Martini, stir it into a Whisky Sour, or reinvent an Old Fashioned. 17% Alc./Vol.

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Santis Malt Himmelberg Edition Single Malt Swiss Whisky (500ml)

SWITZERLAND
$119. 99
Bottle
$1439.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Other reviews... Such an attractive, seductive nose... the fruit is so delicate it seems the oak may break through any moment. Or a rush of intense malt might happen along. But it doesn't... a sublime redcurrant freshness to that coats the palate. Muscovado sugars act as an anchor keeping the barley, fruit and charming oak in place... unquestionably the most elegant malt I have tasted from this distillery. The perfect pre-prandial whisky, even when given the full Murray method of tasting, its growth in the glass always remains studied and perfectly balanced. Such charm. 94 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024
Made from Alpine water and barley harvested from one of Europe’s highest growing areas, this was double matured in beer casks and red wine barrels. Spicy and fruity aromas, with apple, cranberry, allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon, and roasted chestnut. Mouth-coating, with bright apple flavors, cherry, malt, and pepper, then showing its darker side with hints of dark toffee, chocolate, blackberry, and leather. 89 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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2008 Delord Bas Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$139. 99
Bottle
$1679.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

A relatively young release by Delord's standards. Situated in Bas-Armagnac, Delord's distillery is to be found in the village of Lannepax, the ancestral home of the Delord family. They comment, "Our old Sier Armagnac alambics, that we wouldn't part with for all the gold in the world, produce less than 30 litres of eau-de-vie an hour. Our cellars contain our old treasured vintages and include more than 700 oak barrels that protect and age the Armagnac eau-de-vie dating from the 20th Century to the present day". 40% Alc./Vol.

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2022 Nicks Secret FE Frankland River Shiraz

Frankland River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
Reduced from $27.99
$14. 99
Bottle
$179.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Stelvin

From one of Western Australia’s most well known wineries and arguably the state’s premier producer of Shiraz and Riesling comes this certified organic Shiraz at a never before seen price. Co-fermented with the addition of 2.5% Touriga Nacional and 1.5% Viognier to lend further complexity, 5% whole bunch fermentation was employed with maturation taking place in 500 litre French oak puncheons of varying ages for a period of 14 months.
Rhone styled Shiraz that delivers crazy value.
Pitch black core with a dark red black tinged hue. Streaming from the glass are aromas of liquorice and ripe black cherry which intermingle with dark plum, subtlety smoked vanillin cedar, scorched earth and peppered meat notes. The refined, mid weighted palate carries a plush feel, rich black cherry and liquorice fruits delivered with terrific intensity. Spicy vanillin cedar, scorched earth and peppered meat characters the undercard. Slightly chewy tannins with a long, fleshy, pepper laced conclusion.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 14.5%
Other Reviews....
Super savoury and highly appealing from the first pour. Certainly there are dark plums in the mix but also lots of woodsy spices, ferrous earth, wood smoke and some Aussie bush fragrance. Fuller bodied, yet the palate is neatly shaped with grainy, drying tannins and lithe acidity. Drink by 2032.
92 Points
Jane Faulkner – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion
This stylish mid-weight 2022 Shiraz delivers a powerful yet elegant Syrah expression with layers of licorice, old earth and spice well integrated with fine French oak. Genuine tannins and generous flavours are well balanced with chewy textures which make for an impressive package with all the pieces in place to be enjoyable over the medium term. Drink 2025-2030.
92 Points
Angus Hughson – WinePilot.com
A well-balanced, peppery and delicious shiraz offering aromas of cherries, strawberries, cured meat and warm spices. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. A refined texture with a dense core of delicious berries and chocolate. Textural finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. Screw cap.
92 Points
JamesSuckling.com

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2021 Nicks Secret WLS Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon

Margaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 14.2%

Closure: Stelvin

From a lesser known yet nonetheless 5 star Halliday rated winery comes this Nicks Secret Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon that is stamped with all the hallmark traits of this regions signature varietal. Selling for $45 ex cellar door, it was matured in French oak with winemaking under the skillful direction of Larry Cherubino.
Rich and fleshy textured yet carrying a sturdy feel, this is a classically styled Margaret River Cabernet that delivers great bang for your buck.
Midnight black dark red colour with a dark red black tinged hue. The nose offers up pronounced aromatics of blackcurrant, black olive and cigar box which intermingle with mulberry, earth and spicy dried herb notes. Rich blackcurrant and liquorice fruits infused with cigar box and black olive characters are delivered with excellent intensity. Mulberry, vanillin earth and spicy dried herb elements extend across the back half. Fleshy textured, it has grainy tannins which impart a sturdy feel into the long savoury conclusion.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 14.2%
Other Reviews....
An elegant style that doesn’t forfeit flavour or depth to get there. Expect cassis, mulberries, lots of herbs, black olive and cedary oak infusing the more mid-weighted palate. Fine tannins match the acidity to lengthen the finish. Drink by 2037.
95 Points
Jane Faulkner – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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2024 Hoddles Creek Estate Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$23. 99
Bottle
$287.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 13.2%

Closure: Stelvin

Fresh, juicy and supplely textured, this is a delicious Yarra Valley Pinot Noir that delivers great value.
Winemaker Franco d’Anna regularly fashions some of the best value Pinot Noir’s and Chardonnay’s out of the Yarra Valley and the 2024 releases are no exception.
Red to dark red colour with black toned edges and a vibrant red hue. Perfumed like aromas of violet, wild cherry, strawberry and anise stream out of the glass with wonderful intensity. Some bramble, forest floor and spicy dried herb notes ensue. Delicious wild cherry, strawberry and anise flavours are supple yet simultaneously fresh in their feel across the palate. Supplementing the fruit are infusion of fresh herbs, delicate bramble, forest floor and spice. Polished tannins and lively acidity with a long, energetically juicy finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.2%
Other Reviews….
Red fruit, cherry, a little earthy, with some cinnamon oak showing, and sarsaparilla. It’s a more fruity and bouncy expression of Hoddles Pinot, some grainy chew to tannin, a bit of sap and orange rind, something of a ferrous edge, with a stiff tannic finish of good length. Needs a bit of time to come around. It’s maybe a little more robust and fruity than is usual for this wine, though it’s still good. Drink 2026-2034.
92+ Points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

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2024 Hoddles Creek Estate Chardonnay

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$23. 99
Bottle
$287.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)

ABV: 13.2%

Closure: Stelvin

An energetic, mid weighted Chardonnay that’s amply fleshed and concentrated.
Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Elevated aromas of pear and nectarine mix with dried honey, biscuity oak, citrus and spicy nougat notes. Concentrated, fleshy and energetic, pear and nectarine fruits are layered across the mid weighted palate. Biscuity nougat, dried honey and spicy cashew elements the support act. Brisk acidity imparts a fresh, flinty feel onto the long and otherwise generously textured finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13.2%
Other Reviews….
On the sample labels attached to the bottles of Pinot and Chardonnay, Franco talks about the ‘envelope’ of the wine. I’m not really sure what that means. Maybe he’s getting a lot of fan mail? Franco thinks this is the best Chardonnay since the 2021.
Juicy white fruit, grapefruit, aniseed, a little struck match, almond paste, cinnamon and clove spice. It’s packed with flavour, white nectarine and nutty spicy characters, a flinty grip to texture, quite some intensity and power here, and in some respects it seems more Beechworth than Yarra, or so I think. Pear and citrus, lime rind, with excellent length of flavour. It’s elemental as at now, and a little raw, though I reckon it will deliver with a couple of years in bottle. It’s a cracking release. Drink 2026-2035+
95 Points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

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Santis Malt Alpstein XIX Edition Single Malt Swiss Whisky (500ml)

SWITZERLAND
$174. 99
Bottle
$2099.88 Dozen

ABV: 48%

Part of the distillery's flagship series, Alpstein comes matured in a range of casks, varying with each release. XIX started life in x-beer barrels followed by a sherry cask finish. Aged for a total of seven years, these limited editions are released in runs of around 2200 bottles. 48% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... Fabulous sherry trifle on the nose and a marvelously confident delivery makes for a storming start to this flavoursome malt. Indeed, despite the healthy sherry influence on the delivery, the malt makes its presence felt in both the flavour and texture. However, the bitterness on the finish, almost rubbery at times, compromises the overall balance. That said, the nose and delivery combo is sublime. 86.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024
[IV Edition tasted 2013] Whisky Advocate is moving out into the unknown, turning over the rocks and discovering beautiful and unfamiliar creatures like this one. In tiny distilleries in Switzerland, Sweden, and, er, Swansea, they're throwing the rule book up in the air and creating new whiskies based on how it falls. This has spent four years in a beer barrel and then a year in a port cask, and it's fabulous. Think licorice, aniseed, and cherry-flavored soda. Then add cream, fruit…and yowza! 88 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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2021 Chaffey Bros. Wine Co. Synonymous Shiraz

Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Stelvin

So named as Shiraz is synonymous with the Barossa, Chaffey Bros is a collaboration of brothers in law Daniel Chaffey Hartwig and Theo Engela who are at the forefront of the new wave of Barossa winemakers. From a benchmark year this sumptuous Barossa Shiraz delivers all you could wish for in a bold Shiraz at a price that delivers terrific bang for your buck.
Rich, powerful and plush, this is one super seductive Barossa Shiraz.
Impenetrable inky black heart with a very deep dark red black hue. Wafting out of the glass are heady scents of ripe blackberry, liquorice, dark plum and blueberry which are complimented by some fennel, subtlety smoked vanillin cedar and peppered earth notes. Rich, plush and deeply concentrated, the weighty palate is flush with succulent blackberry, liquorice and dark plum fruits. Lending further interest across the back half are notions of spicy vanillin cedar, earthy dark chocolate and peppered fennel. Opulently textured, it has velvet smooth tannins yet there’s an underlyingly sturdy structural presence. Boasting superb power, the finish is long and super fleshy.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2024 West Cape Howe Old School Chardonnay

Mount Barker, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$17. 99
Bottle
$215.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

A rich, full flavoured style Chardonnay with a creamy textural feel.
The Old School Chardonnay is sourced from specific vineyard blocks in Mount Barker with barrel fermentation and maturation taking place in French oak of which 20% is new for a period of 10 months. Extended lees contact with fortnightly stirring and full malolactic fermentation enhance the wines texture to produce a full flavoured style Chardonnay.
Brilliant pale straw colour with highlights of green around the edges and a watery hue. Elevated aromas of peach, apricot and honeycomb fill the nostrils followed by hints of crème brulee, butterscotch and spice. Rich and mouth filling, the weighty palate is swamped with luscious ripe peach and apricot fruits. Notions of crème brulee, honeycomb and spicy nougat form the underbelly. A full, creamy textural feel counterpointed by a lick of fresh acidity through the long intensely flavoured finish.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 14%

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2023 Gut Oggau Theodora

Burgenland, AUSTRIA
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 11.5%

Closure: Cork

Gut Oggau is a leading natural wine producer based in Burgenland, Austria, celebrated for its expressive, biodynamically farmed wines. Established in 2007, husband and wife Stephanie and Eduard Tscheppe-Eselböck took over one of the oldest estates in the region, with the manor’s oldest walls dating back to the 17th century. Certified biodynamic by Demeter, the estate focuses on indigenous grape varieties and minimal intervention, crafting wines without added SO₂ to let the vineyard speak clearly. Each wine is represented by a fictional family member on the label, reflecting the wine’s unique personality and story. The result is a compelling range that combines tradition, sustainability, and vibrant, soulful drinking.
Theodora is a lively, energetic white wine produced from biodynamically farmed Grüner Veltliner and Welschriesling. Bright, zesty and full of charm, expect bursts of citrus peel, green apple, and alpine herbs, supported by a fine mineral edge.
Alc. 11.5%

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2023 Gut Oggau Winifred

Burgenland, AUSTRIA
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 11%

Closure: Cork

Gut Oggau is a leading natural wine producer based in Burgenland, Austria, celebrated for its expressive, biodynamically farmed wines. Established in 2007, husband and wife Stephanie and Eduard Tscheppe-Eselböck took over one of the oldest estates in the region, with the manor’s oldest walls dating back to the 17th century. Certified biodynamic by Demeter, the estate focuses on indigenous grape varieties and minimal intervention, crafting wines without added SO₂ to let the vineyard speak clearly. Each wine is represented by a fictional family member on the label, reflecting the wine’s unique personality and story. The result is a compelling range that combines tradition, sustainability, and vibrant, soulful drinking.
Winifred is a juicy, fragrant rosé made from biodynamically farmed Blaufränkisch and Zweigelt. Bright and vivacious, expect notes of wild strawberry, redcurrant, and blood orange, with a hint of spice and a savoury edge. Light in body but full of personality and charm.
Alc. 11%

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2023 Gut Oggau Atanasius

Burgenland, AUSTRIA
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 11.5%

Closure: Cork

Gut Oggau is a leading natural wine producer based in Burgenland, Austria, celebrated for its expressive, biodynamically farmed wines. Established in 2007, husband and wife Stephanie and Eduard Tscheppe-Eselböck took over one of the oldest estates in the region, with the manor’s oldest walls dating back to the 17th century. Certified biodynamic by Demeter, the estate focuses on indigenous grape varieties and minimal intervention, crafting wines without added SO₂ to let the vineyard speak clearly. Each wine is represented by a fictional family member on the label, reflecting the wine’s unique personality and story. The result is a compelling range that combines tradition, sustainability, and vibrant, soulful drinking.
Atanasius is a silky, supple red made from biodynamically farmed Zweigelt and Blaufränkisch. Youthful and approachable, expect vibrant notes of red cherry, raspberry, and crushed violets, with a gentle spice and a whisper of earth. Light on its feet but with plenty of inner depth and charm.
Alc. 11.5%

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2023 Gut Oggau Timotheous

Burgenland, AUSTRIA
$135. 00
Bottle
$1620.00 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Gut Oggau is a leading natural wine producer based in Burgenland, Austria, celebrated for its expressive, biodynamically farmed wines. Established in 2007, husband and wife Stephanie and Eduard Tscheppe-Eselböck took over one of the oldest estates in the region, with the manor’s oldest walls dating back to the 17th century. Certified biodynamic by Demeter, the estate focuses on indigenous grape varieties and minimal intervention, crafting wines without added SO₂ to let the vineyard speak clearly. Each wine is represented by a fictional family member on the label, reflecting the wine’s unique personality and story. The result is a compelling range that combines tradition, sustainability, and vibrant, soulful drinking.
Timotheus is a textured, full-bodied white crafted from biodynamically farmed Grüner Veltliner and Weissburgunder. Rich and structured yet remarkably fresh, expect layers of ripe stone fruit, citrus oil, and toasted almond, underpinned by saline minerality and a gentle herbal lift. A wine of quiet confidence and complexity.
Alc. 12%

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2023 Gut Oggau Eugenie

Burgenland, AUSTRIA
$150. 00
Bottle
$1800.00 Dozen

ABV: 10.5%

Closure: Cork

Gut Oggau is a leading natural wine producer based in Burgenland, Austria, celebrated for its expressive, biodynamically farmed wines. Established in 2007, husband and wife Stephanie and Eduard Tscheppe-Eselböck took over one of the oldest estates in the region, with the manor’s oldest walls dating back to the 17th century. Certified biodynamic by Demeter, the estate focuses on indigenous grape varieties and minimal intervention, crafting wines without added SO₂ to let the vineyard speak clearly. Each wine is represented by a fictional family member on the label, reflecting the wine’s unique personality and story. The result is a compelling range that combines tradition, sustainability, and vibrant, soulful drinking.
Eugenie is a vibrant and textural skin-contact white wine crafted from a blend of fungus-resistant hybrids including Solaris, Muscaris, and Souvignier Gris. Herbal and aromatic, expect notes of green mango, citrus zest, ripe peach, and wild thyme.
Alc. 10.5%

Delivery Information
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2023 Gut Oggau Emmeram

Burgenland, AUSTRIA
$135. 00
Bottle
$1620.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Gut Oggau is a leading natural wine producer based in Burgenland, Austria, celebrated for its expressive, biodynamically farmed wines. Established in 2007, husband and wife Stephanie and Eduard Tscheppe-Eselböck took over one of the oldest estates in the region, with the manor’s oldest walls dating back to the 17th century. Certified biodynamic by Demeter, the estate focuses on indigenous grape varieties and minimal intervention, crafting wines without added SO₂ to let the vineyard speak clearly. Each wine is represented by a fictional family member on the label, reflecting the wine’s unique personality and story. The result is a compelling range that combines tradition, sustainability, and vibrant, soulful drinking.
Emmeram is a striking and aromatic white made entirely from Gewürztraminer, grown biodynamically and vinified with minimal intervention. Intensely perfumed yet beautifully dry, expect notes of rose water, lychee, citrus peel, and spice, balanced by fine tannins and a persistent, savoury finish. Distinctive and full of character.
Alc. 12.5%

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2014 Paracombe Somerville Shiraz

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)

ABV: 15%

Closure: Cork

Medium to full bodied with rich plush fruits backed by a sturdy structure.
Aged in new French oak for 36 months. Impenetrable inky black heart with a dark red black tinged hue. Pronounced ripe blackberry, liquorice and black cherry scents engulf the nostrils trailed by scorched earth, spicy vanillin cedar and peppered meat notes. Rich and plush, the medium to full bodied palate is soaked in blackberry, liquorice and black cherry fruits. Toasty vanillin cedar, scorched earth, subtle new leather and blackpepper characters lie in the background. Velvet smooth tannins have a sturdy backbone. Medium to long pepper laced conclusion.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 15%
Other Reviews…..
Interesting background. The vines date back to the late 1800s but were replanted on this Paracombe vineyard in 1990. This is a limited release wine from the best barrels. The fruit is both intense and refined. After vinification it goes into new French oak for 36 months. So, it gets a decent hit, but this is where those century old vines do their thing, ensuring the balance and restraint to avoid a heavy hand of oak. It’s seamlessly and beautifully integrated with a light cedary impact that works well with the intense plummy fruit. Will handle extended cellaring. Drink 2024-2042.
96 Points
Ray Jordan – WinePilot.com

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1975 Darroze Domaine de Bellair 49 Year Old Cask Strength Bas Armagnac (700ml)

Armagnac, FRANCE
$550. 00
Bottle
$6600.00 Dozen

ABV: 45.5%

Where else can you obtain a 49 year old wood aged spirit for well under $1000 besides Armagnac? This addition to Darroze's ongoing 'Unique Collection' of single vineyard, cask strength brandies is one of the oldest releases to date: distilled in 1975 and bottled in October 2024, look for keynotes of fig jam and brioche apple pie in a long and complex delivery. 45.5% Alc./Vol.
Francis and Marc Darroze roam the best estates and terroirs of Bas Armagnac in search of the most beautiful and distinctive brandies. Around 30 estates contribute to their "Unique Collection" with each barrel finishing its ageing in the Roquefort and Labastide d’Armagnac cellars.These are rustic spirits, entering the alembic via small vineyards, distilled by reputable mobile distillers, each demanding several decades of careful ageing in oak barrels in order to express a sense of place and vintage. The typical Armagnac grower raises a range of animals fed by many different crops, plus a small vineyard, part of which is distilled every year and aged in one or more barrels which constitute the savings of the farm. A sick bull, a dying horse or a retiring tractor are repaired or replaced by the sale of a barrel. Multiply the number of farms and vintages and you have the dizzying variety of the Darroze collection: Different because each farm is almost as unique as each barrel. Add to this zero reduction (only through ageing), no caramel colouring as well as labeling transparency and you have Armagnacs that are all about the time in oak (once in glass, nothing improves or changes. An 1890 Armagnac bottled in 1900 is no better than a 2007 bottled in 2017, but collectors don't want you to know that!)

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2023 Barringwood Pinot Noir

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Light, fresh and elegant with a delicate flavour profile.
Red to dark red colour with black toned edges and a light red hue. Perfumed like nose with aromas of violet, red to dark cherry and strawberry flowing through the nostrils. Subtle brambly rhubarb like notes, forest floor and dried herbs ensue. Light, fresh and elegant the palate has a delicate flavour profile of red cherries and winter strawberries which intermesh with hints of bramble, forest floor and spicy dried herbs. Possessing refined tannins and energetic acidity it finishes light, savoury and eloquent.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2021 Tait Basket Pressed Shiraz

Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)

ABV: 15.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Rich, densely concentrated and thick with a long decadent finish.
Impenetrable inky black heart with a very deep dark red black tinged hue. Wafting through the olfactory senses are heady aromas of black plum, liquorice and Christmas cake followed by some toasty vanillin oak, mocha and spicy earth notes. Rich, densely concentrated and thick, the palate is completely saturated with waves of lush black plum, liquorice and black cherry fruits. Expansive and powerful it possesses a voluptuous texture and velvet smooth tannins. Toasty vanillin oak, earthy mocha and spice elements ensue. Long decadent conclusion.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 15.5%

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Baileys Apple Crumble Irish Cream Liqueur (500ml)

IRELAND
$44. 99
Bottle
$539.88 Dozen

ABV: 17%

Apple Pie and Ice Cream - the delicious duo that makes your taste buds smile. Now Baileys have infused their delicious Irish cream liqueur with the taste of homemade apple pie & vanilla ice cream! Including hints of cinnamon and spice creates a taste that can be enjoyed over ice for a quick indulgence, drizzled over ice cream, added to cocktails or mixed with baked treats. Current batch BB Aug 25 17% Alc./Vol.

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2024 Castelli Chardonnay

Great Southern, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2025-2030)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

A nicely fleshed mid weighted Chardonnay that has good underlying freshness.
Brilliant pale straw colour with highlights of green around the outskirts and a watery hue. Nectarine and grapefruit aromas are intertwined with biscuity oak, hints of bees wax and gun flint. Nicely fleshed the mid weighted palate features pear and nectarine fruit over a back drop of biscuity oak, subtle dried honey and infusions of gun flint. Fresh underlying acidity with a gently creamed finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13%

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Bacardi Carta Oro Gold Rum (1000ml)

PUERTO RICO
$84. 99
Bottle
$1019.88 Dozen

ABV: 37.5%

First produced in 1862, re-launched around 2015 and named after the Spanish word for Gold, Bacardi Oro is the premium blend from the Bacardi stable based in Peurto Rico. Fourteen young rums make up the mix which is aged for just one to two years adding subtle notes of toffee and muscovado sugar. Filtered once through charcoal for smoothness, expect a lighter, drier style made for mixing.
Other reviews... The Carta Oro despite all of Bacardi’s marketing gimmicks is not a very sophisticated or complex spirit. If you want a strong hit of alcohol in a glass then reach for the Carta Oro. From the intense alcohol fumes on the nose to the strong ethanol notes when sipped and the strong boozy flavours when mixed this isn’t anywhere near as sophisticated as it wants to be. Or the adverts suggest….. - thefatrumpirate.com
Golden amber color. Dark caramel, anise cookie, and wet hay aromas. A round entry leads to a dryish medium-bodied palate with smoky caramel and peppery spice flavors. Finishes with a pithy, watery caramel fade. 37.5% alc./vol. International Review of Spirits Award: Bronze Medal 84 points (Recommended) - tastings.com

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Experimental de Christian Drouin Foursquare Cask Finish 19 Year Old Calvados (700ml)

Normandy, FRANCE
$250. 00
Bottle
$3000.00 Dozen

ABV: 46.8%

Drouin's Experimental Pays d'Auge Calvados is described by its creator as "one of the most intense and rich expressions we've produced in this range." After exploring the islands of Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago and Martinique, Guillaume Drouin was inspired to age a seventeen year old brandy in French oak rum barrels from the famous Foursquare Distillery in Barbados. A seventeen month spell was followed by three months in freshly toasted barrels. The rum imparts brown sugar and vanilla notes, while the toasted barrels enhance roundness and structure. The resulting calvados has aromas of ripe apples, vanilla, caramel and brown sugar, with flavours of tropical fruits, dark chocolate and spice - an exotic marriage and a perfect balance between two worlds. 2396 bottles produced. 46.8% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... On the nose, this calvados awakens the senses with its captivating aromas of ripe and roasted apples, delicate vanilla, creamy caramel and brown sugar. On the palate, it reveals all its richness with suave and harmonious flavors of tropical fruits, dark chocolate and sweet spices. The finish is long and powerful, opening with notes of pine nuts and almond.

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2022 Gilberts 3 Devils Shiraz

Mount Barker, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$23. 99
Bottle
$287.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2025-2028)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Ripe and fleshy with medium body weight.
Midnight black dark red colour with a dark red hue. Pronounced dark plum and liquorice aromas are trailed by hints of dark chocolate, vanillin cedar and peppered earth. Ripe and fleshy, dark plum and liquorice fruits are featured over spicy vanillin cedar, scorched earth and pepper characters. Medium weight with polished tannins and an amply fruited conclusion.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%

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2022 Occhipinti Siccagno Nero d'Avola

Sicily, ITALY
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Occhipinti is one of the hottest names in Italian wines, and their tiny production is highly sought after. Situated a mere 15km from the Mediterranean, the vineyards are 250m above sea level planted to Frappato and Nero d’Avola. Winemaking is natural and hands off, with fermentation occurring spontaneously, no temperature control, no fining, no filtration and only minimal sulphur additions at bottling.
Arianna Occhipinti refers to her Nero d'Avola as Siccagno, a grape she feels represents so much about the wild yet fresh and elegant side of Sicily. The average age of the vines is around 35 years, planted to a sandy vineyard with calcareous rocks at 280 meters above sea level. Wild fermentation occurs in cement tanks, and the grapes spend 25 days macerating on skins before pressing and maturation for two years in large 30HL Austrian oak barrels.

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2023 Occhipinti Santa Margherita (SM) Grillo

Sicily, ITALY
$132. 00
Bottle
$1584.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Occhipinti is one of the hottest names in Italian wines, and their tiny production is highly sought after. Situated a mere 15km from the Mediterranean, the vineyards are 250m above sea level planted to Frappato and Nero d’Avola. Winemaking is natural and hands off, with fermentation occurring spontaneously, no temperature control, no fining, no filtration and only minimal sulphur additions at bottling.
Santa Margherita is a recent addition to the portfolio. The vineyard is located 490 meters above sea level, planted to Grillo, and is surrounded by pine forest, oaks and secular olive trees. Arianna Occhipinti gives her Grillo a short 48 hour maceration, before spontaneous wild fermentation occurs in concrete and oval Austrian oak barrels, and the wine is matured for 12 months prior to bottling.

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2022 Occhipinti Bombolieri (BB) Frappato

Sicily, ITALY
$150. 00
Bottle
$1800.00 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Occhipinti is one of the hottest names in Italian wines, and their tiny production is highly sought after. Situated a mere 15km from the Mediterranean, the vineyards are 250m above sea level planted to Frappato and Nero d’Avola. Winemaking is natural and hands off, with fermentation occurring spontaneously, no temperature control, no fining, no filtration and only minimal sulphur additions at bottling.
Perched on a limestone-rich outcrop facing the Serra San Bartolo, Bombolieri's Vigna Strada is characterized by a mere 25 cm of sandy topsoil overlaying solid limestone. This minimal soil depth, combined with the high mineral content, imparts a linear, saline-driven profile to the Frappato, showcasing pronounced acidity and a taut structure. The vineyard's varying hues—from deep chestnut to stark white—mirror the wine's dynamic interplay between fruit purity and mineral tension.

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2022 Occhipinti Fossa di Lupo (FL) Frappato

Sicily, ITALY
$150. 00
Bottle
$1800.00 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Occhipinti is one of the hottest names in Italian wines, and their tiny production is highly sought after. Situated a mere 15km from the Mediterranean, the vineyards are 250m above sea level planted to Frappato and Nero d’Avola. Winemaking is natural and hands off, with fermentation occurring spontaneously, no temperature control, no fining, no filtration and only minimal sulphur additions at bottling.
As one of Arianna's foundational vineyards, Fossa di Lupo features sandy soils with red to chestnut tones and a significant presence of surface limestone rocks. Beneath 40 cm of sand lies a layer of solid, hard limestone. The northeast-facing albarello-trained vines benefit from the cooling breezes of the Hyblaean Mountains, resulting in a Frappato that balances ripe red fruit with a firm, austere backbone and vibrant acidity. This site consistently yields wines of structure and longevity.

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2022 Occhipinti Pettineo (PT) Frappato

Sicily, ITALY
$150. 00
Bottle
$1800.00 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Occhipinti is one of the hottest names in Italian wines, and their tiny production is highly sought after. Situated a mere 15km from the Mediterranean, the vineyards are 250m above sea level planted to Frappato and Nero d’Avola. Winemaking is natural and hands off, with fermentation occurring spontaneously, no temperature control, no fining, no filtration and only minimal sulphur additions at bottling.
Located beyond the Serra San Bartolo ridge, Pettineo is distinguished by its deep marine sand layers (50–60 cm) with minimal limestone presence. The nearly 60-year-old vines, originally head-trained and now trellised, produce a Frappato that is notably elegant and fruit-driven. The sandy soils contribute to the wine's silky tannins and lively acidity, making it the most approachable and aromatic among the trio of single-contrada Frappatos.

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2020 Occhipinti Grotte Alte Cerasuolo di Vittoria

Sicily, ITALY
$150. 00
Bottle
$1800.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

Occhipinti is one of the hottest names in Italian wines, and their tiny production is highly sought after. Situated a mere 15km from the Mediterranean, the vineyards are 250m above sea level planted to Frappato and Nero d’Avola. Winemaking is natural and hands off, with fermentation occurring spontaneously, no temperature control, no fining, no filtration and only minimal sulphur additions at bottling.
Named after the limestone ridges that rise above Vittoria, Grotte Alte is Occhipinti’s Cerasuolo di Vittoria—a blend of equal parts Frappato and Nero d'Avola drawn from vineyards at 280 metres elevation. The soils here are brown sands over calcareous sub-Apennine rock, and the vines average around 40 years of age, trained in a mix of Guyot and traditional albarello systems. Farming follows organic and biodynamic principles, with no chemical inputs. Fermentation takes place in cement tanks with native yeasts, followed by 30 days on skins and a long élevage of 48 months in large-format French oak. This is the most structured and age-worthy wine in the range, bringing together the aromatic lift of Frappato with the depth and grip of Nero d’Avola in a way that speaks clearly of its limestone-rich, inland site.

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2022 Hay Shed Hill Cabernet Sauvignon

Margaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: 6 - 8 Years (2031-2033)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Richly fruited yet youthfully inky with a bright, chalky medium length finish.
Inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Pronounced red to black currant and mulberry scents fill the olfactory senses followed by some red plum, vanillin cedar, tobacco and dried herb notes. Rich with a youthful inkiness to the mid weighted palate, ripe red to black currant, mulberry and red plum fruits are framed by a sturdy tannin structure and lively acidity. Vanillin cedar, earthy tobacco and spicy dried herb elements sit in the background. Bright, chalky medium length finish.
Cellar 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%
Other Reviews…..
It feels cool and relaxed with an abundance of varietal/Margaret River flavours: cassis, mulberries, a dusting of cocoa powder, nori and lots of fresh herbs plus eucalyptus with cedary, sweet oak. Medium bodied and supple with fleshy fruit across the palate and textural, refined tannins. It’s a lovely drink now but will last some distance. Drink by 2034.
92 Points
Jane Faulkner – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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2023 Wirra Wirra Farmer’s Heart Grenache

McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Juicy red fruited Grenache that has a fresh, lively feel.
The fruit for the 2023 Farmer’s Heart Grenache was selected from a range of diverse sub-regions within McLaren Vale. These vineyards boast an age range spanning from 26 to 130 years old. Notably, 48% of the blend originates from vines over a century old, while 74% is derived from those over 95 years in age.
Deep dark red black tinged colour with a purple red tinged hue. Aromas of raspberry and red liquorice infused with white pepper sail through the nostrils with some fresh herb, earthy graphite and spice notes also evident. Juicy red cherry, red raspberry and red liquorice fruits decorate the mid weighted palate that has a fresh, lively feel. Extending across the back half are notions of vanillin spice, earthy graphite and pepper. Understated in its power it has good tension and a sturdy yet polished tannin framework. The long finish vibrant, succulent and peppery.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 14.5%
Other Reviews....
This came off mainly old vines, with 74% 95 years of age or more; matured in older oak. Ripe, but a product of the cool year, this drinks towards mid-weight, with strawberry, wild raspberry, sour cherry, damson, pomegranate and medicinal herbs coiled into a thoughtful and intricate warp and weft of tannin. There’s a pleasing sour-fruited tension to this, which complements the grip, the combination aching for food. The ripeness is à point, the structure bravely savoury and compelling. It’s delightful, but no pushover. Drink by 2030.
95 Points
Marcus Ellis – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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Ardbeg Anamorphic Committee Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 48.2%

The point of difference in Ardbeg's latest Committee release sees the cask heads scored to expose more of the wood's surface area. The cask ends were heavily toasted using the distillery's 'high mocha' toasting process and the inside of the barrels were charred. The process is said to temper the briny overtones, ramp up hidden chocolaty sweetness and magnify sensations of mocha. Bottled non chill filtered at 48.2%. Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... The story with Anamorphic revolves around barrel charring. After removing the heads of classic Ardbeg bourbon casks, they were scored deeply to expose more wood and then intensely charred before being filled. Jack Daniel’s did a similar trick with its Sinatra Select bottlings. Does Ardbeg need more wood on it? The nose of the non-age-stated whisky is every bit as dark and smoky as the classic Ardbegs you know and love, offering a bruising aroma of burnt end barbecue and dying beach bonfire embers. It’s a bit daunting at first, starting off as rather one-note until you let it settle down in glass, revealing more layers beyond pushy smoke. Let Anamorphic rest in glass for a while, lest you down sip after sip of charry, tarry peat, free of nuance. After 15 minutes or so, fruit becomes much more evident, with elements of banana and baked apples, then a significant chocolate quality, ringed with walnuts. There’s plenty of aggressive tar that lingers on the back end, but for many an Ardbeg fan, that’s just what the good doctor ordered. All told, Anamorphic doesn’t exactly shift expectations for the brand, but rather it doubles down on them. - drinkhacker.com
...This Ardbeg comes from ex-Bourbon casks with toasted heads, and the nose has touches of chili-infused chocolate, a hint of anise, and a slightly herbal character. The taste has notes of grilled citrus, chili powder, dark chocolate, cocoa nibs, and a gentle peatiness. The finish is long with a gentle smokiness and touches of dark chocolate and soft spices. Excellent! (October, 2023) 95 points - whiskycast.com
Notes from the producers... Nose: Earthy, dusty, and slightly biscuity on the nose, this is a most curious Ardbeg, almost from an alternative universe. The sooty/tarry notes are clear but restrained, and are balanced out by some silky vanilla. Water opens up a myriad of herbal and floral notes- smoked etiver root, aniseed, fennel, chrysanthemum and jasmine, to name but a few. Palate: The mouthfeel is peppery and warming, and precedes an explosion of fiery, spicy flavours – chili – flavoured chocolate, bitter sweet mocha, briar wood, birch tar, ground black pepper and smoked artichokes. The sooty/tarry notes build up to a crescendo of rich, smoky flavours, with an incredible, lingering aftertaste of charcoal bitter almonds and molasses.

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2024 Alkoomi Grazing Collection Riesling

Frankland River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$17. 99
Bottle
$215.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2025-2031)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

A racy Riesling underpinned by zippy acidity.
Brilliant water like colour with a faint greenish tinge to the edges. Jumping out of the glass are zesty lime, lemon and Granny Smith apple scents trailed by some orange, talc and chalky mineral notes. Racy lime, lemon and orange rind fruits are underpinned by zippy acidity. Chalky talc and steely mineral elements linger through the long mouth watering finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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