{"title":"Natural","description":"\u003cp\u003eNatural wine celebrates minimal intervention winemaking—organic or biodynamic viticulture, native yeast fermentation, little to no sulfur, and no fining or filtration. Our natural wine collection features expressive, terroir-driven bottles from pioneering producers in France, Italy, Spain, and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese wines offer vibrant fruit, textural complexity, and a sense of place that reflects the vineyard and vintage without manipulation. From funky, cloudy Pet Nats to elegant, skin-contact orange wines and pure, unadulterated reds and whites, natural wines appeal to adventurous drinkers seeking authenticity and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those who value sustainability, transparency, and wines that taste alive, our natural selection showcases the movement's best—delicious, thoughtful, and endlessly interesting bottles that challenge conventions and celebrate the essence of wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"geschickt-grand-cru-wineck-schlossberg-riesling-2020","title":"Geschickt Riesling 2020 Grand Cru Wineck-Schlossberg Alsace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA luminous expression of Alsace from the biodynamic Domaine Geschickt in Ammerschwihr. Sourced from the steep, granite-rich Wineck‑Schlossberg Grand Cru vineyard, this 2020 Riesling was gently fermented with extended skin contact and aged in amphorae, revealing a delicate orange hue. It opens with aromas of ripe stone fruits, orchard blossoms, and exotic whispers, flowing onto a palate of bright acidity, fine texture, and mineral energy. Pure, unfiltered, and full of vitality, it captures both the soul of its grand cru terroir and the estate’s devotion to natural elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49894229803201,"sku":"SK42711059","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/CAC88763-A83F-4EBC-8626-445A67318972.jpg?v=1771160165"},{"product_id":"le-temps-des-cerises-avanti-popolo-2024","title":"Le Temps des Cerises Red Blend 2024 Languedoc","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere's a wildness to this wine that's hard to ignore. And that's exactly the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAxel Prüfer has been farming biodynamically in the Languedoc since 2003, coaxing life from granitic soils surrounded by woodland and garrigue. His approach is hands-off by design: hand-harvested fruit, native yeasts, zero added sulfur, unfined and unfiltered. What ends up in the bottle is pure site, pure season, pure instinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Avanti Popolo is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Alicante Bouschet. Portions are direct-pressed for freshness, others gently macerated for depth. The result is a wine that moves: bright cherry and crushed raspberry, a floral lift on the nose, fine-grained texture, and a finish that's refreshing rather than heavy. It drinks like Southern France in summer. Warm, alive, and a little untamed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49894233637057,"sku":"SK58135213","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/522D991D-D083-4973-99FC-D86F31059AA0.png?v=1776982487"},{"product_id":"xiaopu-tangerine-2024","title":"XiaoPu Tangerine Orange Skin Contact 2024","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003csection 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 [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:23afdaea-667d-401e-8261-0a472ac691b8-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--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\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"450e9480-0ecd-4bad-a862-c6a40588f562\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\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=\"395\"\u003eXiaoPu Tangerine 2024 is a distinctive Chinese orange wine crafted predominantly from Chardonnay, with small inclusions of aromatic varieties that add lift and complexity. It comes from XiaoPu, the nomadic project founded in 2017 by winemaker Ian Dai Hongjing, whose work focuses on low-intervention expressions of site across some of China’s most dynamic vineyard regions, particularly Ningxia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eThe fruit is sourced from the rugged Doves Mountain area, where high altitude, intense sunlight and dramatic diurnal shifts shape wines of both concentration and freshness. Fermentation occurs with gentle skin contact, extracting texture, phenolic grip and aromatic nuance without overwhelming the wine’s natural balance. It is then matured in seasoned, neutral oak, allowing slow evolution and integration while preserving purity of fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eIn the glass, it shows a luminous amber hue. The aromatic profile is both vibrant and layered, with notes of grapefruit, kumquat and fresh apricot leading into more savoury and complex tones of bamboo salt, dried citrus peel, honeysuckle and oolong tea. Subtle oxidative hints and a delicate herbal edge add further intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eThe palate is supple yet energetic, with a fine tannic structure from the skins giving shape and tension. Bright, natural acidity drives the wine, carrying flavours of preserved citrus, stone fruit and gentle spice through a long, textured finish. There’s a tactile quality here that feels both grounded and alive, reflecting the raw, windswept character of Ningxia’s landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1768\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eUnfined, unfiltered and made with minimal intervention, XiaoPu Tangerine 2024 captures the exploratory spirit of modern Chinese natural winemaking — a wine that is as much about place and philosophy as it is about flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49896287076545,"sku":"SK68537699","price":48.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/DE202D7F-23A8-4A1E-9168-2D8CDB98C3D6.jpg?v=1777866102"},{"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":"bryterlater-pinots-2023","title":"Bryterlater Pinot's Pinots 2023 Canterbury","description":"\u003cp\u003eA \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ejoyful, easygoing Pinot Noir and Blanc that invites you to sip, smile and savor. Light on its feet yet full of personality, it reflects care, attention and a playful spirit in the winemaking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-112\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:e55300d2-2ed6-47cd-b577-81c146275344-55\" dir=\"auto\" 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)))]\" 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-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\" 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\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"f7b1a620-2e76-4c0b-85fe-d6e895ef976b\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\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 dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"506\" data-start=\"252\"\u003eA fragrant mix of strawberry, cherry and soft spice rises from the glass, with hints of fresh herbs and a whisper of florals. The palate is lively and textural, carried by juicy acidity and gentle tannins that give the wine a smooth, flowing finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"706\" data-start=\"508\"\u003e2023 \u003cem data-end=\"522\" data-start=\"513\"\u003ePinot’s\u003c\/em\u003e is a wine made for everyday moments, relaxed and full of character, perfect for friendly gatherings, simple meals or quiet afternoons where good wine and good company are all you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49960254177473,"sku":"SK15064842","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/33AB297B-DC21-41C8-ADFD-45CE6BB127F4.jpg?v=1771136234"},{"product_id":"momento-mori-fistful-of-flowers-2024","title":"Momento Mori Fistful of Flowers Vermentino \u0026 Moscato Giallo Skin Contact 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eWildly aromatic and full of energy, this vibrant orange wine captures the unfiltered spirit that has made Momento Mori one of Australia's most exciting natural wine producers. Crafted from Vermentino and Moscato Giallo with gentle skin contact and wild yeast fermentation, it is a wine driven by purity, texture and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplosive aromatics of jasmine, mandarin peel, apricot skin and fresh spring blossoms leap from the glass, layered with subtle spice and a delicate herbal edge. The palate is bright and beautifully textured, balancing juicy citrus and stone fruit with fine tannins, lively acidity and a refreshing mineral line that carries effortlessly through the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlayful yet deeply expressive, this is a wine that feels alive from the first sip. 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Dry, refreshing, and seriously fun to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Ray is ever inquisitive, working across a panoply of varieties, from classic to those emerging in this country. He also works across many regions, across to Henty and further west to Mount Gambier and McLaren Vale. He also works in the Pyrenees, Riverland, Murray Darling, Heathcote… Beaujolais, even. That he stitches together all these into such a beautiful whole is much the magic of Lethbridge. Working with a wide variety of techniques and vessels, all the wines under the Lethbridge banner feel so purposeful, so necessary, and are deliciously leading lights in their respective categories.” \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion Top 100 Wineries 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49965410484417,"sku":"SK45463882","price":37.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/images_1.jpg?v=1777793505"},{"product_id":"4-kilos-motor-callet-2021","title":"4 Kilos Motor Callet Natural Wine Mallorca 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe most impressive 2021 Motor Callet was produced with 70% Callet and 30% Fogoneu at only 12% alcohol and with mellow acidity and lovely fragility. This comes from younger vines (15 years old on average) on red soils. It fermented with indigenous yeasts in 225-liter tinajas and a brick vat, all built with red clay from Mallorca. It matured in the brick vat for some three months, and no sulfur was added to the wine at any point of its fermentation, élevage or bottling. It's young, perfumed, expressive and captivating, with intense floral aromas, great purity and elegance. The palate is light to medium-bodied with flavors of acid berries and a piquant finish. 10,000 bottles were produced. It was bottled in March 2022. \u003cstrong\u003e93 Pts - Luis Gutiérrez, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-OIPhM eLnstg\"\u003eTo me, 4 Kilos is the leading quality producer in the Mediterranean island of Mallorca. 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The Zibibbo brings that heady aromatic charm, while Sauvignon Blanc keeps it bright and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eOn the palate it’s light on its feet but full of energy, fresh acidity cutting through notes of mandarin, green melon and a subtle herbal edge. There’s a softness to it too, making it feel generous without ever losing its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eVibrant, expressive and a little playful, a wine that feels made for warm days and easy moments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49978977779905,"sku":"SK23028980","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/IMG_1105.jpg?v=1771129537"},{"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. 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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":"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. It’s the kind of Chardonnay you drink because you love Chardonnay, not because you want something flashy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"996\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSuper pure. Super drinkable. Very Ochota.\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","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50028078039233,"sku":null,"price":46.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Ochota_Barrels_Slint_Chardonnay_2025.jpg?v=1772589082"},{"product_id":"ochota-barrels-fugazzi-grenache-2025","title":"Ochota Barrels Fugazzi Grenache 2025","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"167\"\u003eThis feels like the most fun bottle at the table. From the moment you smell it, it is so expressive and generous without being heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"460\"\u003eOn the nose you get juicy red berries, think ripe strawberry and raspberry, with this lovely floral lift, like a little perfume of wild herbs and rosewater. There is a soft spice note too, a touch of white pepper and dried herbs, but it never feels loud. It just smells delicious and easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"828\"\u003eOn the palate it is bright and juicy, really approachable. The fruit is ripe and lively, the texture is soft and smooth, and the acidity keeps it moving so it never feels flabby or heavy. The tannins are gentle, almost silk-like, so it is easy to drink but still very interesting. That hint of spice rounds everything out and gives it a little twist on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eThe story behind it makes it even better in the glass. 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The texture is the point — supple fruit, gentle grip, nothing sharp, nothing demanding, just flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish lingers in a quiet way, red fruit fading into spice, herbs, and a soft mineral trace that feels like warmth after sun. A wine without edges, without rules, only feeling. 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Older vintages were drawn from very old vines, but the vineyard was replanted relatively recently, and this 2022 is made from young vines now approximately 12 years old. The soil is stony clay and limestone over a subsoil of yellow sand, a combination that brings both mineral tension and a quiet, earthy depth to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 blend is built around Grenache and Syrah, with supporting Carignan and Cinsault depending on parcel selection. Yields are kept low and harvest decisions are driven by phenolic ripeness rather than sugar levels. Whole bunches are macerated for approximately five days with a daily pump over before pressing. The juice is then aged for one year in old oak barrels, followed by a further year in tank — a patient, unhurried approach that allows the wine to find its shape without force.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the nose it shows ripe black cherry, plum, and wild raspberry, layered with Provençal garrigue, black olive, violet, and a subtle peppery spice. Darker and more concentrated than the lighter Milan cuvées, but it remains lifted rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe palate asserts itself with medium to full body and fine but present tannins that give real shape and structure. The fruit is ripe but controlled, supported by a fresh acid line that prevents any sense of excess. A savoury, earthy depth builds through the mid-palate, leading into a long, structured finish with mineral and herbal persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eApproachable now with air, it will comfortably evolve with short to medium-term bottle age. 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Initially the fruit was blended into other wines or made into rosé, as its natural power often dominated the assemblages. Over time, and notably after a pivotal conversation highlighting the similarity of its blue marl soils to those of Pomerol, the decision was made to vinify it separately. Le Jardin was born.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard sits on blue marl soils that contribute both depth and structure, and are central to the wine's identity. Farming is organic, with a focus on managing Merlot's natural vigour in this Provençal context.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 vintage is shaped by a cooler, more classical growing season, bringing additional freshness and precision to the inherently rich material. The fruit undergoes a short five-day maceration in concrete, often with whole bunch inclusion, followed by 12 months of élevage in 500L barrels — an approach that tempers extraction while preserving aromatic purity and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the nose it is deeply expressive: black cherry, blackberry, and plum, layered with violet, graphite, dark chocolate, and truffle. There is a clear Pomerol-like aromatic register, but with a Provençal herbal and earthy edge that anchors it firmly in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe palate is both elegant and powerful. Medium to full-bodied with fine, silky tannins and a composed structure that frames the fruit without excess. Black fruit, cocoa, earth, and savoury spice build towards a long, textured finish with a subtle mineral grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA serious red that sits at the top of the Milan range. Built for food — particularly dishes with richness and umami — where its depth and softness can fully unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50156032131265,"sku":null,"price":156.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Screenshot2023-05-29at12.23.03PM.webp?v=1776987656"},{"product_id":"alice-bouvot-loctavin-elle-aime-2022","title":"Alice Bouvot l'Octavin Elle Aime 2022","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"593\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEntirely from the Arbois lieu-dit En Arces, this wine is made from 90% Pinot Noir and 10% Chardonnay. The grapes are harvested together and macerated for three weeks prior to pressing. Around 75% of the fruit was kept as whole bunches, with the remaining 25% destemmed. The wine was aged in stainless steel and bottled in April 2023. Certified organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"593\"\u003eAlice Bouvot originally trained as a classical musician — a passion reflected in the name of her estate and several of her cuvées — before turning to wine. After formal training and travel to deepen her knowledge, she returned to the Jura, where she was born in Besançon, and in 2005 established Domaine de l’Octavin with her then partner, Charles Dagand. Not long after, Alice and Charles separated, and Alice continued running the tiny estate on her own. At the time it covered around 2 hectares; today she farms approximately 6.5 hectares (4 owned and 2 rented) and continues planting more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"1745\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAs the Jura has become an increasingly difficult region in which to make wine due to the impact of climate change — mainly earlier flowering leading to catastrophic losses from late frosts — Alice has also turned to friends in other regions to source grapes from. As a result, she has built an extraordinary collection of wines drawn from many parts of France. Her energy and commitment are remarkable because for all of her négoce projects — which, depending on the vintage, can extend from Roussillon and Provence in the south, to Alsace in the north and the Loire in the west — she and her team harvest the grapes themselves and transport them back to her cellar in Arbois to make the wines. It means many hours on the road with precious cargo and very little time to rest once back in Arbois.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlice’s own vines are closely spread around the outskirts of Arbois. She has plots in some of Arbois’s most famous vineyards including Les Corvées, En Curon, and La Mailloche. Because she doesn’t work in the appellation any more you will never specifically find these names on her wines but often she identifies the vineyard as part of the lot number. (Alice’s lot numbers are an incredibly useful source of information because they also often contain an abbreviation for the variety and\/or vintage as well.)  She has always worked organically and also practises biodynamic viticulture. Similarly the growers she buys from are all certified organic or work organically.\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShe adds absolutely nothing to her wines and uses no filtration or fining at the time of bottling. She vinifies almost every cuvée in fibreglass tanks, her preferred vessel because it gives nothing of itself to the wine (plus there are benefits in “sort of” being able to see through the tank).  There are no compromises – they are all “pur jus”. It is the way she began making wines with Charles and she has never veered from those principles, always making wines that she loves to drink rather than chasing wines which will appeal to a broad market.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese wines are available in very limited quantities, and we recommend securing your allocation early to avoid disappointment. We are currently awaiting their arrival from the importer, and please allow approximately two weeks for delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50261344813249,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/elle_aime.webp?v=1779782468"},{"product_id":"alice-bouvot-loctavin-elle-aime-2022-copy","title":"Alice Bouvot l'Octavin Dorabella 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"715\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom the Arbois lieu-dit En Curon, this Poulsard was harvested in September 2023, hand-destemmed, and macerated for 20 days before pressing. It was briefly aged in stainless steel prior to bottling. The wine is incredibly light and delicate, almost giving the impression of having some direct-pressed juice in the blend — though there isn’t any. There are subtle notes of slightly underripe strawberries, and despite its lightness, it carries impressive length and finishes with a real sense of place and connection to its origins. Certified organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eAlice Bouvot originally trained as a classical musician — a passion reflected in the name of her estate and several of her cuvées — before turning to wine. After formal training and travel to deepen her knowledge, she returned to the Jura, where she was born in Besançon, and in 2005 established Domaine de l’Octavin with her then partner, Charles Dagand. Following their separation, Alice continued running the estate on her own, gradually expanding it from around 2 hectares to approximately 6.5 hectares today, while continuing to plant more vineyards. Her wines have become some of the most distinctive and expressive coming out of the Jura, made with a strong focus on organic farming and minimal intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eAs the Jura has become an increasingly challenging region in which to make wine due to the impact of climate change — particularly earlier flowering leading to catastrophic losses from late frosts — Alice has adapted by working with trusted friends in other regions to source grapes. This has allowed her to build an extraordinary and diverse range of wines from across France. Her energy and commitment remain remarkable: for her négoce projects — which can span from Roussillon and Provence in the south, to Alsace in the north and the Loire in the west — she and her team travel to harvest the grapes themselves and bring them back to Arbois for vinification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1931\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFrom the Arbois lieu-dit En Curon, this Poulsard was harvested in September 2023, hand-destemmed, and macerated for 20 days before pressing. It was briefly aged in stainless steel prior to bottling. The wine is incredibly light and delicate, almost giving the impression of having some direct-pressed juice in the blend — though there isn’t any. There are subtle notes of slightly underripe strawberries, and despite its lightness, it carries impressive length and finishes with a real sense of place and connection to its origins. Certified organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlice’s own vines are closely spread around the outskirts of Arbois. She has plots in some of Arbois’s most famous vineyards including Les Corvées, En Curon, and La Mailloche. Because she doesn’t work in the appellation any more you will never specifically find these names on her wines but often she identifies the vineyard as part of the lot number. (Alice’s lot numbers are an incredibly useful source of information because they also often contain an abbreviation for the variety and\/or vintage as well.)  She has always worked organically and also practises biodynamic viticulture. Similarly the growers she buys from are all certified organic or work organically.\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShe adds absolutely nothing to her wines and uses no filtration or fining at the time of bottling. She vinifies almost every cuvée in fibreglass tanks, her preferred vessel because it gives nothing of itself to the wine (plus there are benefits in “sort of” being able to see through the tank).  There are no compromises – they are all “pur jus”. It is the way she began making wines with Charles and she has never veered from those principles, always making wines that she loves to drink rather than chasing wines which will appeal to a broad market.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese wines are available in very limited quantities, and we recommend securing your allocation early to avoid disappointment. We are currently awaiting their arrival from the importer, and please allow approximately two weeks for delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50261372797121,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Dorabella.webp?v=1779784618"},{"product_id":"alice-bouvot-loctavin-corvee-de-t-nv","title":"Alice Bouvot l'Octavin Corvées de T NV","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"715\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom the renowned Arbois lieu-dit “Les Corvées” (2022-2023), this is Alice’s lighter expression of Trousseau, made in a style more suited to early drinking — although a bottle from 2011 recently showed it can age with surprising vitality. Whole bunches were macerated for two months prior to pressing. The wine was bottled in April 2024 and aged in tank. Certified organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"715\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eAlice Bouvot originally trained as a classical musician — a passion reflected in the name of her estate and several of her cuvées — before turning to wine. After formal training and travel to deepen her knowledge, she returned to the Jura, where she was born in Besançon, and in 2005 established Domaine de l’Octavin with her then partner, Charles Dagand. Following their separation, Alice continued running the estate on her own, gradually expanding it from around 2 hectares to approximately 6.5 hectares today, while continuing to plant more vineyards. Her wines have become some of the most distinctive and expressive coming out of the Jura, made with a strong focus on organic farming and minimal intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1373\" data-start=\"717\"\u003eAs the Jura has become an increasingly challenging region in which to make wine due to the impact of climate change — particularly earlier flowering leading to severe losses from late frosts — Alice has adapted by working with trusted friends in other regions to source grapes. This has allowed her to build an extraordinary and diverse range of wines from across France. Her energy and commitment remain remarkable: for her négoce projects — which can span from Roussillon and Provence in the south, to Alsace in the north and the Loire in the west — she and her team travel to harvest the grapes themselves and bring them back to Arbois for vinification.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlice’s own vines are closely spread around the outskirts of Arbois. She has plots in some of Arbois’s most famous vineyards including Les Corvées, En Curon, and La Mailloche. Because she doesn’t work in the appellation any more you will never specifically find these names on her wines but often she identifies the vineyard as part of the lot number. (Alice’s lot numbers are an incredibly useful source of information because they also often contain an abbreviation for the variety and\/or vintage as well.)  She has always worked organically and also practises biodynamic viticulture. 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It shows a remarkably refreshing expression of Chardonnay and works particularly well as a palate reset during a long meal. The wine was bottled in May 2025. Certified organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlice Bouvot originally trained as a classical musician — a passion reflected in the name of her estate and several of her cuvées — before turning to wine. After formal training and travel to deepen her knowledge, she returned to the Jura, where she was born in Besançon, and in 2005 established Domaine de l'Octavin with her then partner, Charles Dagand. Following their separation, Alice continued running the estate on her own, gradually expanding it from around 2 hectares to approximately 6.5 hectares today, while continuing to plant more vineyards. 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Her energy and commitment remain remarkable: for her négoce projects — which can span from Roussillon and Provence in the south, to Alsace in the north and the Loire in the west — she and her team travel to harvest the grapes themselves and bring them back to Arbois for vinification.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlice’s own vines are closely spread around the outskirts of Arbois. She has plots in some of Arbois’s most famous vineyards including Les Corvées, En Curon, and La Mailloche. Because she doesn’t work in the appellation any more you will never specifically find these names on her wines but often she identifies the vineyard as part of the lot number. (Alice’s lot numbers are an incredibly useful source of information because they also often contain an abbreviation for the variety and\/or vintage as well.)  She has always worked organically and also practises biodynamic viticulture. 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Following their separation, Alice continued running the estate on her own, gradually expanding it from around 2 hectares to approximately 6.5 hectares today, while continuing to plant more vineyards. Her wines have become some of the most distinctive and expressive coming out of the Jura, made with a strong focus on organic farming and minimal intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1373\" data-start=\"717\"\u003eAs the Jura has become an increasingly challenging region in which to make wine due to the impact of climate change — particularly earlier flowering leading to severe losses from late frosts — Alice has adapted by working with trusted friends in other regions to source grapes. This has allowed her to build an extraordinary and diverse range of wines from across France. Her energy and commitment remain remarkable: for her négoce projects — which can span from Roussillon and Provence in the south, to Alsace in the north and the Loire in the west — she and her team travel to harvest the grapes themselves and bring them back to Arbois for vinification.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlice’s own vines are closely spread around the outskirts of Arbois. She has plots in some of Arbois’s most famous vineyards including Les Corvées, En Curon, and La Mailloche. Because she doesn’t work in the appellation any more you will never specifically find these names on her wines but often she identifies the vineyard as part of the lot number. (Alice’s lot numbers are an incredibly useful source of information because they also often contain an abbreviation for the variety and\/or vintage as well.)  She has always worked organically and also practises biodynamic viticulture. 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Fermented with 100% whole bunches, it captures both the wild character of the variety and the distinctive low-intervention philosophy that has made Craig Hawkins one of the most influential figures in modern South African wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eThe wine opens with complex aromas of dark berries, black cherry, earth, dried herbs and exotic oriental spice. On the palate it is generous yet remarkably vibrant, combining juicy fruit with a savoury edge and the firm, structured tannins that are characteristic of great Mourvèdre. Despite its depth and texture, the wine remains fluid and energetic, finishing long with impressive freshness and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eCraig Hawkins has played a central role in redefining perceptions of South African wine. 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Located in the Côtes de Francs on Bordeaux’s Right Bank, Château Le Puy has become a cult benchmark for authentic, terroir-driven Bordeaux, crafted with biodynamic farming, minimal intervention and an unwavering commitment to purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eThe estate’s old vineyards are planted predominantly to Merlot, alongside Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Carmenère. Farming is fully biodynamic, and the wines are made with a philosophy that prioritises expression of place over technique, resulting in wines of exceptional freshness, transparency and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eThe 2021 vintage is a particularly refined expression of Émilien. Brilliantly coloured and beautifully aromatic, it opens with notes of cassis, redcurrant and fresh red berries, layered with hints of sous-bois, gravel and subtle earthy complexity. 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