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After the same élevage as the other whites—five months in barrel with bâtonnage—3,797 numbered bottles were filled in April 2020.\u003cstrong\u003e 95Pts, Drink 2020-2028 - Luis Gutiérrez, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49960117076161,"sku":"SK46241530","price":106.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/abel-mendoza-5v.png?v=1776229758"},{"product_id":"bryterlater-petina-petillant-naturel-2024","title":"Bryterlater Petina Pet Nat 2024 Canterbury","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"fb46a3c8-ca77-447c-a0d0-ef7aae94bb71\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-1\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"user\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:f0587bd4-c731-4c51-9397-8f7b7210a8d0-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"2a4ad530-2fd3-4953-a803-3243e4ff88a9\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"57\"\u003eA truly delicious wine without the Champagne price tag, give it and you will be amazed! \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePedro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"301\" data-start=\"44\"\u003eFrom the lively, family minded makers at Bryterlater, Petina is a joyous pétillant naturel that feels like sunshine captured in bubbles. Crafted with simplicity and care, this fizz is all about fresh fruit, bright energy and an easy, expressive spirit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"605\" data-start=\"303\"\u003eA fragrant swirl of citrus zest, orchard fruit and soft floral notes rises from the glass, while the palate dances with lively bubbles, vibrant acidity and a gentle textural lift. It is light, refreshing and effortlessly drinkable, with a playful edge that invites conversation and shared moments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"809\" data-start=\"607\"\u003ePetina Pétillant Naturel is a wine for everyday celebration, relaxed, cheerful and sparkling with personality, perfect for raising a glass with friends, laughter and simple pleasures any day of the week.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49960239792321,"sku":"SK46997240","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/367F2FA4-2023-4FB3-A0E6-ECE601C10296.jpg?v=1771136311"},{"product_id":"gentle-folk-chardonnay-2025","title":"Gentle Folk Chardonnay Adelaide Hills 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade by Gareth and Prue Belton, Gentle Folk is a family-run Adelaide Hills estate rooted in care, detail, and sustainability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pure and quietly expressive Chardonnay that leans into finesse rather than force, capturing the calm precision of cool-climate fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose opens with white peach, citrus blossom, and a touch of lemon curd, layered with subtle almond and a fine line of flinty minerality. There’s a softness to the aromatics, but also a sense of clarity and intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it’s supple yet precise, with stone fruit and citrus gliding over a gently textured core. A whisper of oak adds shape rather than flavour, allowing the fruit and natural acidity to carry the wine forward. There’s an effortless balance here, where freshness and depth move in quiet harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is clean, lightly saline, and persistent — leaving a delicate impression of citrus and mineral. A Chardonnay of restraint and detail, understated but deeply compelling.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49965378044097,"sku":"SK98731840","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/2025GentleFolkChardonnay.webp?v=1775528051"},{"product_id":"mark-haisma-macon-villages-blanc-2023","title":"Mark Haisma Macon Villages Blanc 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eA pale golden pour that opens with bright citrus, white peach and hints of wild herbs. There is a subtle floral lift and a whisper of stone fruit that makes it feel fresh and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eCrafted by Mark Haisma, an Australian winemaker who honed his craft at Yarra Yering under Dr Carrodus, this Macon Villages Blanc carries his signature balance of precision and approachability. The palate is lively yet gentle, with mineral tension, a soft weight and a clean, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"779\"\u003eA wine that feels alive in the glass, honest, expressive and utterly memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points, James Suckling \u003c\/strong\u003e- \"Generous, lush and fruit-driven aromas of Meyer lemons, nectarines, flint and orange blossoms. The palate is fresh and focused with bright acidity and a generous mouthfeel. Excellent value with plenty to offer.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e87-89 Points, Jasper Morris\u003c\/strong\u003e - \"A pretty pale lemon. Quite light in bouquet, because these are really young vines. Fresh and with character, no great flesh or weight, but a good acid balance, a delicious aperitif Mâcon, with length.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50008817402049,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/IMG_1183.jpg?v=1771906857"},{"product_id":"mark-haisma-bourgogne-aligote-2023","title":"Mark Haisma Bourgogne Aligote 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"380\"\u003eFresh green apple, lemon zest and a whisper of white flowers make this Aligoté impossible to ignore. There’s a lively energy and subtle mineral edge that keeps it bouncing on the palate, bright, precise and joyful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eMade by Mark Haisma, an Australian winemaker who learned his craft at Yarra Yering under Dr Carrodus, this wine carries a clarity and honesty that feels like a direct conversation with the vineyard. It’s light, expressive and a little cheeky, the kind of wine you want to sip slowly and share with friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte small-body-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points, James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e - \"Meyer lemons, honeysuckle, wet stones and nectarines. The palate is textural, refined and focused with racy acidity and underlying tension and power. Made from vines of an average age of 50 years, sourced from the lower-lying vineyards of Morey and Meursault with a touch of Hautes-Cotes de Nuits.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16.5 Points, Jancis Robinson\u003c\/strong\u003e - \"Really quite opulent! Well done! Really quite exciting. GV\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e87-89 Points, Jasper Morris\u003c\/strong\u003e - \"From all over. A vibrant mid lemon yellow, juicy and exciting fruit, on the nose, latter day ripe Aligoté that maintains its structure, good fruit weight and length. Charming.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50008819204289,"sku":null,"price":96.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/IMG_1186.jpg?v=1771907216"},{"product_id":"ruggeri-corsini-rosin-langhe-rose-2023","title":"Ruggeri Corsini Rosin Langhe Rose 2023","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"144\" data-start=\"44\"\u003eThis is the kind of rosé I get excited about, full of personality and finally one with real flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"377\" data-start=\"146\"\u003eMade from Nebbiolo, the same grape behind Barolo, and you can feel it. There’s that familiar lift of rose petal, blood orange and wild strawberry, but with a savoury edge that makes it so much more interesting than your usual rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"557\" data-start=\"379\"\u003eOn the palate it’s fresh but with texture, a gentle grip that reminds you this comes from serious fruit. It’s lively, a little structured, and just far more expressive than most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"618\" data-start=\"559\"\u003eA rosé with something to say, and one I keep going back to.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% nebbiolo fruit from Barolo (Monforte)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"618\" data-start=\"559\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points, Gary Walsh (TWF)\u003c\/strong\u003e – “A more complex and savoury style here. Red cherry, dried flowers, something of a bresaola thing, plus a little spice, dried orange peel, and peanut oil. It’s fleshy and nutty, redcurrant and cherry, a juicy blood orange tang, fine powdery grip, with a saline finish of good length. Quite the umami thing here, and very good it is too.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50008912330945,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/IMG_1191.jpg?v=1771913942"},{"product_id":"matunei-mutabilis-piedmont-rose-2021","title":"Matunei Mutabilis Piedmont Freisa Rose 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is very yummy!\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Freisa Rosato from Monferrato under crown seal.  A super saline edition in 2021 with mandarin peel in the background.  Delicious stuff again from a special vintage in Piedmont.  Biodynamic, unfined \u0026amp; unfiltered with minimal sulphur addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points, Kasia Sobiesiak (The Wine Front) - \"\u003c\/strong\u003ePiemonte Rosato sounds nice. It drinks nice too. It has rosemary, stone fruit and almonds. Then pink grapefruit, pickled peaches, hint of rhubarb and hibiscus. Quite savoury all the way through, with a lemon iced tea grip, more rosemary and red apple skins giving light fruity tension that’s just. Beautifully drinkable, pretty, and all. Don’t have it too cold. Simply, enjoy\u003cstrong\u003e.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50009076662465,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/IMG_1192.jpg?v=1771922153"},{"product_id":"lolibet-french-rose-2023","title":"L'Olibet Dry Rose 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover L'Olibet, a captivating Provence style Rosé that captures the essence of sun-drenched afternoons in the Pyrenees foothills. This pale pink beauty a thoughtful blend of Grenache and Cinsault opens with inviting aromas of wild strawberries, peach skin, and citrus zest. Crisp and dry on the palate with a savoury finish, it's your ideal companion for leisurely summer gatherings, intimate picnics, or those moments when you want to slow down with an elegant aperitif. A wine that feels like a personal escape to the French countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50024703951041,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/LOlibet.jpg?v=1772589177"},{"product_id":"wildeberg-chenin-blanc-paarl-south-africa-2023","title":"Wildeberg Chenin Blanc Paarl South Africa 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eI've been recommending this one to everyone. It's a Hand harvested Chenin Blanc from bush vines planted in 1977, nearly 50 years of history rooted in Paarl's granite-rich Smuts Block, and it shows in every sip. Expect bright stone fruit and citrus with a mineral edge that speaks to the decomposed granite soil, layered with subtle honey and white flowers from the wild fermentation. The 12 months in seasoned oak adds texture without overwhelming the wine's natural elegance. It's dry-grown, hand-harvested, and built to age, but it drinks beautifully now. This is the kind of wine that reminds you why old vines matter: complexity, balance, and a sense of place you can taste.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50024789606593,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Wildeberg.jpg?v=1772589161"},{"product_id":"ca-montini-pinot-grigio-terre-di-valfredda-trentino-2023","title":"Ca Montini Pinot Grigio Terre di Valfredda Trentino 2023","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ca’Montini Pinot Grigio is sourced from a single vineyard called “Terre di Valfredda”, (meaning cold valley) in Ala, Trentino. The traditional pergola trellising system is used in the vineyard, densely planted to 3500 vines per ha and was planted in 1998. This traditional trellising system is used predominantly with white grapes to protect the grapes from too much sun and possible sunburn and promote airflow through the canopy to prevent disease pressure and create a cooling effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the fruit arrives in the winery all bunches are hand sorted, chilled down and gently whole bunch pressed to tank. All juice is fermented using indigenous yeast in stainless steel tank and does not go through malolactic fermentation to retain freshness and purity of fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose beautiful aroma’s of white peach, green pear, a hint of quartz and some peel citrus peel on the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate a fresh crunchy acidity with lovely white peach notes, green pear and peach blossoms. The sense saline minerality lingers on the pallet and provokes interest. There is a lovely mid palate weight, that balances out the crisp acidity and the saltiness. It has a great persistency overall, in one word a beautiful handcrafted pinot grigio with layers of complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50024937423041,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Ca_Montini_Pinot_Grigio_Terre_di_Valfredda_Trentino_2023.jpg?v=1772589108"},{"product_id":"ochota-barrels-slint-chardonnay-2025","title":"Ochota Barrels Slint Chardonnay 2025","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"18cbfa6f-1a9f-4f01-8295-4c38f55c97bc\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-7\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"user\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:f4f1c48a-f0ef-4eb5-9ce4-742821a49717-3\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-8\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"95dafdb1-dba9-4361-92c0-de2a5bbe7492\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"33\"\u003eAlright, tasting it with you now…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"35\" data-end=\"198\"\u003eThis is such a classic Ochota wine. You can feel that Adelaide Hills cool straight away. It’s bright, almost electric, but still soft and relaxed at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"517\"\u003eTaras Ochota always made wines that felt honest, like they weren’t trying too hard. A bit rock and roll, but super precise. He worked all over the world before starting Ochota Barrels with Amber, and you can tell there’s confidence here. Nothing overdone. Just really well grown fruit and a light touch in the winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eYou get that lemon zest and crisp apple first, then a bit of nectarine. There’s this flinty, mineral line that keeps it tight. No heavy oak, no butter. It’s more about tension and freshness. It feels alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eWhat I love is that it doesn’t shout. It just quietly builds in the glass. You take another sip and it makes more sense. 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The palate is lean and tightly structured, driven by bright citrus acidity and a fine saline edge, finishing clean and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA natural partner for oysters, anchovies and salt-driven dishes, where its freshness and acidity come into full focus.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50061108576449,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/gorrondona-txakoli_1.webp?v=1773789155"},{"product_id":"rafael-palacios-louro-godello-2024","title":"Rafael Palacios Louro Godello Valdeorras 2024","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"39\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe youngest of the portfolio is the 2024 Louro, which shows a balsamic, herbal and faintly medicinal nose, with a hint of bay leaf true to its name in Galician. It is quite aromatic and fermented in 3,500 litre oak foudres, where it matured on lees for four months. It comes in at 14 percent alcohol yet retains good freshness and acidity. Approachable in style with a tender texture. 185,000 bottles produced, bottled between April and May 2025. 93 Pts, Luis Gutiérrez -\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"793\" data-start=\"594\"\u003eFrom the steep granite terraces of Valdeorras, Rafael Palacios’ Louro 2024 is a benchmark expression of Godello, where altitude, old vines and careful élevage bring both tension and quiet richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"939\" data-start=\"795\"\u003eSourced from hillside vineyards and fermented in large oak, then rested on lees, it builds texture without losing precision or sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1278\" data-start=\"941\"\u003eThe nose is layered and mineral, showing lime zest, green apple and white flowers alongside fennel, herbs and a subtle savoury edge. On the palate it is taut yet gently rounded, balancing citrus driven freshness with a waxy, almost glyceric texture. A clear mineral backbone runs through to a long, dry finish with a faint saline edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1451\" data-start=\"1280\"\u003eA more structured and quietly powerful style of Spanish white, sitting between freshness and depth, and a natural match for grilled seafood or dishes with a bit of weight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50061361086657,"sku":null,"price":66.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Louro.webp?v=1773790766"},{"product_id":"champagne-chavost-paradoxe-nv","title":"Champagne Chavost Paradoxe NV","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Champagne shaped by time rather than a single season, Paradoxe draws from five consecutive harvests — 2019 through 2023 — weaving together 60% Chardonnay and 40% Meunier into a wine of quiet complexity. Bottled with zero dosage at 0 g\/L, it reveals itself without adornment, guided purely by fruit, site, and patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose opens like a morning bakery: warm pastry and fresh bread layered with ripe pear and a gentle creaminess. There is generosity here, but always held in check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it begins with a delicate, almost tender impression of sweetness before tightening into something more structured and composed. The succession of vintages brings subtle layers of freshness, ripeness, and early evolution. 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There is just enough softness to round the edges, but the wine stays precise, finishing with that signature saline snap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe finish is zesty, mouthwatering, and quietly persistent, leaving citrus, mineral notes, and a lingering impression of sea spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA pure, classic Picpoul — fresh, coastal, and made to be enjoyed with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50121408479425,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/JOUFRW24-CC.webp?v=1775304837"},{"product_id":"dog-point-sauvignon-blanc-2024","title":"Dog Point Sauvignon Blanc 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eA focused, textural expression of Sauvignon Blanc from the cool, sunlit vineyards of Marlborough, where Dog Point brings depth and restraint to a familiar style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose is vivid yet composed, with grapefruit, lime zest, and passionfruit layered over fresh herbs, white flowers, and a subtle flinty edge. There is intensity here, but it feels controlled, never overt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it is precise and mouthwatering, with citrus and tropical fruit carried by a firm line of acidity. A gentle texture builds through the mid-palate, adding weight and interest without compromising freshness. The wine feels structured, almost architectural, rather than simply aromatic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe finish is long, dry, and mineral, with lingering citrus, a touch of saline, and a clean, savoury edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Sauvignon Blanc that trades exuberance for detail — refined, layered, and quietly powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50121418277057,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/shopping_1.webp?v=1775305100"},{"product_id":"shaw-and-smith-m3-chardonnay-2025","title":"Shaw and Smith M3 Chardonnay 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eA benchmark Chardonnay from the cool heights of the Adelaide Hills, the 2025 M3 continues to walk that fine line between precision and quiet generosity. Sourced from elevated sites and shaped with restraint, it is a wine built on clarity, energy, and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose opens with citrus blossom, white peach, and nectarine, layered with grapefruit zest, a touch of flint, and a gentle almond and biscuit nuance from time in oak. There is both freshness and depth, the aromatics unfolding with calm confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it is taut yet textural, driven by lemon curd, stone fruit, and a fine mineral line. Bright natural acidity carries the wine with precision, while careful oak and lees work bring a subtle creaminess that never overwhelms the fruit. It holds tension beautifully, balancing generosity with structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe finish is long, composed, and mineral, with lingering citrus, soft spice, and a quiet savoury edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Chardonnay that feels both composed and alive — where power is refined into finesse, and every element sits exactly where it should.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50121423519937,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/shopping_2.webp?v=1775305428"},{"product_id":"shaw-and-smith-sauvignon-blanc-2025","title":"Shaw and Smith Sauvignon Blanc 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eA benchmark expression from the cool slopes of the Adelaide Hills, the 2025 vintage leans into clarity, energy, and that signature Shaw + Smith drinkability — where precision meets quiet generosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSourced from estate vineyards in Balhannah and Lenswood, the fruit is hand-picked, cool-fermented in stainless steel, and rested briefly on lees to build texture while preserving freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose is lifted and immediate, with pink grapefruit, lime zest, and green apple layered with passionfruit, citrus blossom, and a subtle herbal edge. 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Acidity is crisp and precise, carrying the wine with energy without sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe finish is long, zippy, and moreish, leaving citrus, light herbs, and a clean mineral echo that invites another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Sauvignon Blanc that feels effortless but exact — bright, textural, and quietly complete.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50121447375041,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/shopping_5.webp?v=1775306951"},{"product_id":"allouchery-perseval-la-comedie-champagne-rose-2019","title":"Allouchery Perseval La Comedie Champagne Rose 2019","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"302\"\u003ePale copper rosé with a fine, persistent mousse. \u003cem data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"164\"\u003eLa Comédie Rosé 2019\u003c\/em\u003e is a terroir-driven, low-dosage grower Champagne from Écueil, 1er Cru in the Montagne de Reims, produced in extremely limited quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"523\"\u003eThe blend is composed of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay, with colour achieved through the addition of vin rouge (saignée\/blended red wine component), contributing both aromatic precision and structural depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eThe 2019 vintage delivers ripe phenolic concentration while maintaining tension and drive. 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The 2019 vintage brings natural ripeness and breadth while maintaining clarity and tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eVinification is carried out in a low-intervention style with parcel-based fermentation, followed by extended lees ageing in bottle to build texture and complexity. The wine is bottled without fining or filtration and finished with an extremely low dosage of 0.5 g\/L, effectively highlighting a Brut Nature style profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eThe nose is finely detailed, showing citrus zest, white flowers, green apple and stone fruit, layered with subtle brioche, almond and chalk-driven minerality. The palate is linear and precise, driven by high acidity, fine mousse and a strong saline backbone. 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The vineyards span mature plantings dating from 1970 to 2009 and sit on a mix of sand-rich limestone soils that are key to the wine’s lifted, energetic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eThe cuvée is built around site transparency: each parcel is vinified separately before blending, ensuring that the final wine reflects the diversity of Merfy’s terroirs rather than a homogenised NV style. The 2022 base release is composed of 50% Chardonnay and a 50% split between Pinot Noir and Meunier, giving both aromatic lift and structural depth. Around half of the blend is reserve wine, adding continuity and mid-palate layering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eVinification is split between predominantly old oak barrels of varying sizes and a smaller proportion of stainless steel, allowing for both texture development and preservation of freshness. The élevage on lees, combined with careful oxidative handling in barrel, builds complexity without losing precision. Dosage remains restrained, keeping the focus on tension and site expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eThe 2022-based Sainte Anne shows a vivid interplay of citrus, orchard fruit and spice, with a distinct saline, chalk-driven backbone. Aromatically it moves through confited lemon, orange peel, baked pear and subtle baking spice, underpinned by a firm, energetic structure. The palate is layered and dynamic, with both volume and drive, finishing long, precise and slightly savoury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Each year I seek a new champagne discovery and 2025 will be remembered as the year I fell in love with Alexandre Chartogne. 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The vineyards are farmed biodynamically, and the geological mix—chalk, chalky clay (marl), with pockets of flint and schist—creates a dual expression of crystalline tension and subtle textural breadth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eThe chalk-dominant soils drive the wine’s hallmark saline, citric intensity and linear drive, while the marl components contribute a more rounded fruit core and mid-palate presence. The 2022 base is complemented by around 40% reserve wines from the previous two vintages, building complexity and continuity across seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eVinification is deliberately low-intervention and textural: primary fermentation takes place across a mix of barrique, foudre and tronconique cask, preserving both site nuance and structural depth. 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