{"title":"White","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur white wine collection showcases the remarkable range and versatility of the world's finest white varietals. From crisp, mineral-driven Chablis and aromatic Alsatian Riesling to rich, textured Burgundy Chardonnay and vibrant Italian whites, these wines offer elegance, freshness, and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover expressions from classic regions—Burgundy's Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet, the Loire Valley's Muscadet and Sancerre, and Germany's Mosel Rieslings—alongside exciting bottles from emerging areas. Whether you prefer lean and citrus-forward styles or fuller-bodied, oak-influenced wines, our selection delivers exceptional quality across every price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for seafood, poultry, creamy pasta, and fresh salads, these whites are equally suited to casual sipping and special occasions. Explore the purity, precision, and pleasure that great white wine brings to the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-montbourgeau-jura-letoile-savagnin-2019","title":"Domaine Montbourgeau Jura L'Etoile Savagnin 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCrafted by the Montbourgeau family, who have been making wine in L’Étoile since the early 1900s. Aged under the region’s flor yeast, it brims with savory, nutty, and citrus notes, layered with hints of bruised apple, almond skin, and toasted hazelnut. The palate is vibrant and textured, showing stone fruit, saline minerality, and a lingering, savory finish that captures the wild, untamed character of Jura and the unique energy of Savagnin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way the 2019 L'Etoile Savagnin, aged four and a half years under a veil of flor yeasts in 228-liter barrels, took and expresses the flor is very different from the way the flor is expressed in the Chardonnay Cuvée Spéciale. This is more floral and spicier, with notes of celery. The palate is round and velvety, with good ripeness, reflecting a warm and powerful year but with the freshness and acidity from the grape variety. It comes from two plots: Les Baudes Haut, the higher part, was planted in 1988, and Les Bas, the lower part, was planted in 1990 on gray marls and limestone with fossil soils. 1,500 bottles were filled in April 2024. 95 Pts, Drink 2024-2034 - Luis Gutiérrez, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49894353338561,"sku":"SK69280239","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Domaine_Montbourgeau_Jura_L_Etoile_Savagnin_2019..jpg?v=1783561295"},{"product_id":"envinate-benje-blanco-2024","title":"Envinate Benje Blanco 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vibrant, terroir-driven white from Envínate, made from 100% Listán Blanco grown in old, high-altitude volcanic vineyards near Santiago del Teide on Tenerife. Fermented with native yeasts and aged on lees in a mix of concrete tanks and neutral oak, it shows fresh apple and pear, delicate florals and herbaceous touches, flowing into a juicy, lightly creamy palate with saline minerality and a subtle bitter-almond edge that mirrors the volcanic soils and Atlantic influence. Striking energy and a clear sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate — 95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e (Luis Gutiérrez)\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025–2031\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A serious and stony palate, coming through as a very serious white well above what the price level might suggest... There was a step up in 2023, and there's another one in 2024.\" 18,500 bottles and 150 magnums produced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49894374080705,"sku":"SK98010982","price":62.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Envinate_Benje_Blanco_2024.jpg?v=1784599253"},{"product_id":"sigalas-assyrtiko-santorini-2024","title":"Sigalas Assyrtiko 2024 Santorini","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom Domaine Sigalas, one of Santorini’s benchmark producers, founded in 1991 by Paris Sigalas and dedicated to preserving the island’s ancient viticultural heritage. Made from ungrafted Assyrtiko vines trained in the traditional kouloura baskets and grown on Santorini’s volcanic ash and pumice soils, the 2024 vintage shows aromas of citrus peel, lemon blossom and sea spray, underpinned by intense mineral clarity. On the palate it is taut and precise, with saline freshness, bright acidity and a long, stony finish that captures the raw volcanic character of Santorini and the purity for which Sigalas is renowned.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49896242872513,"sku":"SK23990578","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Sigalas_Assyrtiko_2024_Santorini..jpg?v=1783559183"},{"product_id":"idda-bianco-sicilia-dop-2024","title":"Idda Etna Bianco 2024 Sicily","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA sun soaked Sicilian white brimming with citrus zest, pear and delicate florals that capture the island's radiant energy. Crisp acidity and mineral notes dance across the palate, delivering a refreshing, vibrant expression of warm terroir. Crafted under the prestigious Sicilia DOP designation, this wine showcases the region's mastery of bright, characterful whites. Perfect for warm evenings, seafood celebrations, or simply unwinding with a glass of pure Mediterranean joy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Idda 2024 Sicilia Bianco is very mineral and salty, especially when tasted next to the softer 2023 vintage before it. This vintage is about direction, focus and linearity. The mouthfeel is also leaner compared to 2023, but the current vintage is longer lasting. The 2024 growing season saw heat in summer, winds and steep diurnal shifts. A special fog called \"acquazzina\" locally offers some respite during the hottest months, and the vines benefit from cool winds that blow inland from the sea. The wine ferments in stainless steel, and 20% goes into 15-hectoliter oak casks. The winemaking team doesn't make much of a fuss when it comes to malolactic fermentation, and they bottle in May or June of the following year \"to capture the energy of the grape,\" Alberto Graci tells me. \u003cstrong\u003e93Pts, Drink 2025-2032 - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49896466743489,"sku":"SK61463588","price":139.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Idda_Etna_Bianco_2024_Sicily.jpg?v=1783428344"},{"product_id":"domaine-guiberteau-saumur-blanc-2023","title":"Domaine Guiberteau Saumur Blanc Chenin Blanc 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into the Loire's crystalline world with Domaine Guiberteau's elegant Saumur Blanc. This family run estate, steeped in early 20th-century tradition, coaxes pure expression from tuffeau limestone soils through meticulous, low intervention winemaking. White flowers, citrus, and ripe pear emerge alongside whispers of stone and mineral complexity, a delicate aromatic tapestry. The palate sings with crisp precision and vibrant acidity, delivering a clean, lingering finish that speaks to both the vineyard's character and the Guiberteau family's thoughtful philosophy. A wine that refreshes, intrigues, and captures the essence of Saumur's terroir with understated grace and genuine charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(On the 2022)\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis 2022 Saumur Blanc from Domaine Guiberteau, crafted from various estate parcels, with one-third aged in tanks, one-third in vats and one-third in used barrels, exhales aromas of lemon oil, sweet spices, orchard fruits and herbs, followed by a medium-bodied, sappy and juicy texture and concluding with a long, delicate and saline finish. This is a great effort. \u003cstrong\u003e90Pts, Drink 2024-2034 - Yohan Castaing, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49897751314625,"sku":"SK50955260","price":88.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Domaine_Guiberteau_Saumur_Blanc_Chenin_Blanc_2023..jpg?v=1783562098"},{"product_id":"santiago-ruiz-albarino-rias-baixas-o-rosal-2024","title":"Santiago Ruiz Albarino O Rosal 2024","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:dbb33a6d-f567-4ff6-95bf-e086606e73a9-4\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto 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:dbb33a6d-f567-4ff6-95bf-e086606e73a9-4\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:dbb33a6d-f567-4ff6-95bf-e086606e73a9-4\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-10\" 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=\"220c0f92-be94-4b49-b2cb-7be899509582\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" 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 wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"483\"\u003eSantiago Ruiz Albariño O Rosal 2024 comes from Tomiño in the O Rosal subzone, the southernmost area of Rías Baixas along the river Miño, which forms the natural border with Portugal. This coastal position delivers a distinct microclimate: more sunshine and warmth than other parts of Rías Baixas, but still strongly moderated by Atlantic breezes and river airflow. The combination of granitic soils and cool night temperatures gives wines here both ripeness and a firm mineral spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eThe 2024 blend is led by an unusually high proportion of Albariño (81%), complemented by Loureiro, Treixadura, Caíño Blanco and a touch of Godello. Each variety is vinified separately under the direction of Luisa Freire, with lees ageing playing a central role in building texture, complexity and structure while preserving freshness and aromatic clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eThe wine shows an expressive balance of ripe stone fruit and citrus drive, with juicy peach and orchard fruit layered over a saline, granitic framework. There’s a tactile, slightly spicy edge on the palate, supported by bright Atlantic acidity and a clean, mineral finish that keeps everything focused and energetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1407\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“The 2024 Albariño Rosa Ruiz is from O Rosal, Rías Baixas. This has a slightly ripe expression with soft peach and lime aromas. It is medium-bodied, with light, malic freshness and a moderate palate.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 points, Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous\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\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\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pointer-events-none -mt-px h-px translate-y-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom)-14*var(--spacing))]\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"728\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49897753837761,"sku":"SK27760822","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Santiago_Ruiz_Albarino_O_Rosal_2024..jpg?v=1783561113"},{"product_id":"patrick-sullivan-chardonnay-2025","title":"Patrick Sullivan Chardonnay 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003ePatrick Sullivan is one of the most quietly compelling winemakers working in Australia today. Based in the Yarra Valley but sourcing from some of the country's most interesting sites, he brings a restrained, site-driven approach to every wine he makes. This Chardonnay comes from the Limestone Coast, where volcanic and limestone-rich soils give the fruit a distinct mineral tension and natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the glass it is precise and focused. Lemon curd, white peach and a faint hazelnut note on the nose, with a subtle spice lift from careful handling. The palate is bright and linear, with lively acidity and a clean mineral core carrying through to a long, layered finish. There is nothing heavy or overworked here. Just Chardonnay that speaks clearly of where it comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrink now or cellar for 3 to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49959579025601,"sku":"SK57466593","price":34.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Patrick_Sullivan_Chardonnay_2025..jpg?v=1783565357"},{"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":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Bryterlater_Pinot_s_Pinots_2023_Canterbury..jpg?v=1783567101"},{"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":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Gentle_Folk_Chardonnay_Adelaide_Hills_2025.jpg?v=1783467130"},{"product_id":"equipo-navazos-i-think-manzanilla-saca-march-2024-375ml","title":"Equipo Navazos I Think Manzanilla Saca March 2024 (375ml)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"review-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-card__content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-card__note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“I tasted a more recent bottling of the Manzanilla I Think for the Australian market. It was filled in March 2024, so it's one year older than the one I also tasted next to it. The NV Manzanilla I Think (March 2024) was fortified to 15% alcohol and has a pH of 3.21 with 4.79 grams of acidity. It's expressive and with some volume and, dare I say it, creaminess, but it's serious, pungent and balanced.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-card__author\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points, 92+ points, Luis Gutiérrez, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-card__author\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-card__content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-card__note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Pale straw-green; a mown grass, hedgerow, nutty bouquet. The palate is vibrant, fresh and crunchy, with a classic dry finish, lingering long, with no phenolics, and a fresh breeze aftertaste.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-card__author\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points, James Halliday, the Weekend Australian Magazine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce described by Max Allen as licking oyster shells in rolling surf, this ground-breaking Manzanilla comes from a 60-strong cask selection made by Navazos founders Jesus Barquín and Eduardo Ojeda that was plucked from the production of La Guita, one of the most famous (and finest) Manzanilla producers (and where, for decades Ojeda oversaw production in his previous role as the technical director of José Estévez). As always, this current bottling was drawn from its barrels en rama (directly from the barrels with only the lightest filtration). This is how Manzanilla used to be bottled before sterile filtering became the standard in Jerez.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current batch was bottled in March 2024. It’s a wonderfully potent and briny yet seductive wine with a deep, silky texture and plenty of sustained, tangy drive. Four and a half years under flor and gentle bottling direct from cask has also delivered a vibrant gold colour and some nutty development. It’s a much deeper colour than most other Manzanillas on the market (which are typically very clear due to their youth and sterile filtration). That makes this unique in comparison to other Manzanillas in its price range. It remains light years ahead of more common, conventional Manzanillas.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-card__content\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49965422936257,"sku":"SK38634924","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Equipo_Navazos_I_Think_Manzanilla_Saca_March_2024_375ml_..jpg?v=1783565117"},{"product_id":"miguel-merino-blanco-2023","title":"Miguel Merino Rioja White 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe only wine not from 2022 this time was the 2023 Blanco, the only white he makes with Garnacha Blanca, planted at the top of La Loma vineyard in 1946, and Viura, taken from different old vineyards where it's interplanted with the red; and in 2023, he also purchased two plots on red sandy soils in the paraje of Los Mártires. The two varieties were picked and fermented separately in 500-liter oak barrels, where the wines matured with lees for 10 months. He looks for acidity, freshness and minerality, and the oak has to play a secondary role. This year it's more Viura, 70%, and the rest Garnacha Blanca, and the wine reached 13.5% alcohol, achieving his goal, with a pH of 3.2 and 6.9 grams of acidity. It has a floral and fruit-driven nose, very clean with subtle herbs and spices. It's elegant and fresh, precise and tasty, long and with potential to improve in bottle. 4,231 bottles were filled in September 2024. \u003cstrong\u003e94 Pts - Luis Gutiérrez, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-OIPhM eLnstg\"\u003eMiguel Merino presented an excellent collection of 2022s despite the difficulties of the year, with a range of more modern wines in Burgundy bottles and more traditional ones in Bordeaux bottles. 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Produced mainly from Hondarrabi Zuri, with a small proportion of Hondarrabi Beltza, it reflects a long tradition of family farming in Getaria, where vineyards are trained high off the ground to protect grapes from humidity and maximise airflow in a challenging maritime climate. The result is a wine that is unmistakably coastal in character and built around freshness rather than weight or ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eIn the glass it shows a pale straw colour with a subtle green tint, immediately expressive on the nose with lemon zest, green apple, pear skin, white peach and orange blossom, layered with a distinctive saline, sea-spray minerality that defines the style. There is also a gentle floral lift and a faint herbal edge that adds complexity without losing its clarity. On the palate, it is dry, crisp and highly energetic, with bright citrus-driven acidity and the classic lightly spritzy texture (slight natural CO₂) that gives txakoli its signature vibrancy. The wine feels linear and focused rather than broad or weighty, finishing clean, refreshing and mouth-watering with a persistent saline echo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"2048\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThis is a wine made for immediacy, but not simplicity — it is all about precision, tension and drinkability. It is traditionally poured from height to enhance its natural effervescence, which opens up the aromatics and gives it its lively, refreshing character. At the table, it is exceptionally versatile with seafood-driven cuisine: oysters, grilled white fish, prawns, anchovies, calamari, sashimi and classic Basque pintxos all bring out its best qualities. 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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. 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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":68.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Shaw_and_Smith_M3_Chardonnay_2025..jpg?v=1783567627"},{"product_id":"grosset-polish-hill-riesling-2025","title":"Grosset Polish Hill Riesling 2025","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"733\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2025 Polish Hill Riesling leads with a surprisingly delicate and floral nose. 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This is a beauty. 12.3 percent alcohol, sealed under screw cap. \u003cstrong\u003e96 Pts, Erin Larkin - The Wine Advocate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eA benchmark of Australian Riesling from the elevated slopes of the Clare Valley, Polish Hill is a wine that lives in tension, coiled, electric and built as much for time as for now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003eSourced from biodynamically farmed vines and bottled bone dry, the 2025 carries both power and finesse in equal measure, a vintage defined by pristine fruit and remarkable clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eThe nose is intensely fragrant yet precise, with lime zest, lemon blossom and kaffir lime layered with crushed slate and a faint floral lift. 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Drawn from estate vineyards in Pago Balbaína Alta, one of the most prized albariza sites in the region, it is aged for around six years under flor in a classic criaderas and solera system. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eProduced entirely from Palomino Fino, it captures the essence of coastal Andalucía, shaped by Atlantic humidity and the unique conditions of Sanlúcar, where flor develops with particular intensity near the ocean. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eThe wine is pale and bright, driven by saline, iodine and mineral notes with a sharp, refreshing edge. On the palate it is dry, persistent and highly drinkable, with that classic Manzanilla profile of sea spray, almond and a faint savoury bitterness on the finish. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eA textbook expression of Manzanilla, combining precision, freshness and maritime character, and one of the clearest introductions to the style at a very accessible level.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50152708341953,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Bodegas_Barrero_Manzanilla_Gabriela_Palomino_Sanlucar_de_Barrameda_375ml..jpg?v=1783557333"},{"product_id":"mosse-le-rouchefer-2022-chenin-blanc-loire-valley","title":"Mosse Le Rouchefer 2022 Chenin Blanc Loire Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003eMosse Le Rouchefer 2022 is a single-vineyard Chenin Blanc from Anjou in the Loire Valley, drawn from one of the domaine's most expressive limestone and schist parcels. 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There is concentration, but it never turns heavy — everything pulls into a clean, extended finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is Chenin at the more serious, structural end of the Mosse range. It drinks well now with air, but really starts to show its full dimension with a few years of bottle age, where texture and complexity take over from primary fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50155995431105,"sku":null,"price":105.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Mosse_Le_Rouchefer_2022_Chenin_Blanc_Loire_Valley..jpg?v=1783557163"},{"product_id":"domaine-milan-le-grand-blanc-2019-provence","title":"Domaine Milan Le Grand Blanc 2019 Provence","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerhaps Domaine Milan's most iconic cuvée, Le Grand Blanc is a wine built to age — up to 20 years, according to the domaine. And they do the first part of that aging themselves. 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One of the best vintages of Le Grand Blanc we have tasted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50156016828609,"sku":null,"price":118.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Domaine_Milan_Le_Grand_Blanc_2019_Provence..jpg?v=1783564283"},{"product_id":"ravensworth-regional-riesling-2025-canberra","title":"Ravensworth Regional Riesling 2025 Canberra","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"522\"\u003eThe Regional Riesling sits at the heart of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eRavensworth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e’s range, a defining wine from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBryan Martin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e that consistently delivers character and precision. The 2025 release draws on fruit harvested early from a collection of sites including Long Rail Gully and Nanima in Murrumbateman, Briar Ridge in the Hunter Valley, and estate vineyards, bringing together a layered expression of site and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eHandled with a light touch throughout, the fruit was hand-harvested and gently pressed before fermentation in a mix of concrete tulips, large-format oak foudre and ceramic eggs. This thoughtful combination of vessels builds texture and complexity while preserving the wine’s natural energy. Bottled unfined and unfiltered, the result is a Riesling that feels both raw and finely tuned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eStylistically, this leans savoury and structured rather than overtly fruit-driven. Aromatics of pickled lime, preserved lemon, ginger and lemongrass lead into a palate that is concentrated yet vibrant, with notes of green apple, almond and a subtle, spicy edge. There is a distinct sense of tension throughout, finishing long, lifted and full of personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“This is a savoury-leaning yet scintillating riesling. It doesn’t scrimp on pickled lime, preserved lemon, ginger, lemongrass and green apple scents and then relays the same in concentrated flavours. Green almond calls in, a little jalapeño and white balsamic lift too. 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The majority of the fruit comes from the Woodlawn Park vineyard in Swan Bay, a breezy, free-draining site delivering purity and intensity, supported by smaller parcels from carefully chosen Tamar Valley vineyards to build complexity and regional breadth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eHarvested over multiple passes to capture both freshness and generosity, the fruit was fermented in seasoned oak puncheons with a portion in foudre. A small component was held in tank on lees, while the balance remained in oak with gentle lees stirring and partial malolactic fermentation. Ten months of maturation has brought cohesion and texture without compromising the wine’s natural energy and drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eThe style strikes a fine balance between vibrancy and weight. Ripe white peach, nectarine and citrus lead the way, layered with subtle notes of almond, spice and a saline edge that speaks clearly of its maritime origins. There is a gentle textural grip through the palate—reminiscent of grapefruit pith—framing a core that is tight, mineral and persistent, finishing with a bright, briny line of acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003e“Chardonnay sourced from five sites across the Tamar Valley. There is no shortage of drive and wonderfully ripe, supple fruit here. Characters of white peach, nectarine and citrus fruits with hints of spiced oatmeal, almond paste, sea spray, apple turnover, white flowers and stone. There's a light textural component – like grapefruit pith – gently making its presence felt, and the palate is tight and stony with a long draw of flavour and a bright, briny acid line that drives things along very nicely indeed. There's great value here.”\u003cbr data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e— Dave Brookes, 93 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2090\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA composed and expressive cool-climate Chardonnay, offering both immediacy and quiet complexity, with a strong sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50176269910209,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Two_Tonne_Tasmania_TMV_Chardonnay_2024.jpg?v=1783564729"},{"product_id":"two-tonne-tasmania-tmv-riesling-2025","title":"Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Riesling 2025","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"413\"\u003eThe TMV Riesling 2025 from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eTwo Tonne Tasmania\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a precise and textural expression of the Tamar Valley, shaped by the focused approach of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eRicky Evans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The fruit is sourced from three sites within the valley, including two in Relbia that contribute a classic lemon–lime drive, alongside the Three Wishes vineyard, which brings a more generous, sun-kissed fruit profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eFermentation was long, slow and cool to preserve purity and detail, with a small portion of the fruit left on skins for 24 hours prior to pressing to build extra grip and aromatic edge. A touch of residual sugar (6.5g\/L) has been retained to seamlessly balance the natural acidity, creating harmony between tension, fruit weight and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eThe result is a Riesling of notable concentration and savoury complexity. Salted lime, crushed shells and brine lead the aromatic profile, followed by pithy citrus, white spice and a subtle waxy texture that gives shape and depth. The palate is tightly structured and mouth-filling, driven by long, saline acidity that defines the wine’s linear, focused finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003e“The 2025 TMV Riesling is concentrated and savory, with layers of salted lime, crushed shells, brine and pith. The palate is texturally tight, and the acidity is long and saline. This is good, mouth-filling Riesling with waxy phenolics and white spice. The fruit here is from Tamar Valley, as all wines from this TMV label are (when bottled with blue caps, the wines are from Tamar Valley; orange caps are from the East Coast, Freycinet area; and the red caps are from the south). 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The finish is long, savoury and deeply complex, lingering with notes of citrus oil, salt and subtle nuttiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1115\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA soulful and highly distinctive Jura white that feels both intellectual and wildly drinkable at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205726343361,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Amelie_Guillot_Arbois_Chardonnay_Savagnin_Vieilles_Vignes_Cuvee_Floral_Jura_2022...jpg?v=1783560654"},{"product_id":"domaine-de-la-quilla-muscadet-sevre-maine-2024","title":"Domaine de la Quilla Muscadet Sevre \u0026 Maine 2024","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"490\"\u003eFrom the historic heartland of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMuscadet Sèvre-et-Maine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, Domaine de la Quilla is a benchmark family estate quietly crafting some of the region’s most authentic and mineral-driven wines since 1948. 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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\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. 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The oldest vines date back to 1944.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eFermentation and maturation took place in a combination of 300-litre and 600-litre barrels before the wine was transferred to foudre and stainless steel to complete élevage, preserving both textural depth and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eThe result is a Meursault that balances generosity with lift: white orchard fruit and subtle stone fruit richness are framed by a fine line of acidity and a distinct mineral tension, giving the wine shape and clarity through the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Their own vines. A pale lemon and lime colour. There is an attractive and ele\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003egant fruit without too much weight. 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The wine comes from the steep, slate-rich Niedermenniger Herrenberg vineyard in the Saar, a subregion of the Mosel defined by cool climate, extreme precision and piercing acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eThe “Mutter Anna” designation refers to a specific barrel (Fuder) within the cellar rather than a separate vineyard, a hallmark of Falkenstein’s site-by-site, cask-by-cask bottling approach. Fruit is hand-harvested from old vines, gently whole-bunch pressed, and fermented spontaneously with native yeasts in traditional large oak fuder. The estate works organically, keeps yields very low, and avoids cosmetic winemaking, favouring clarity of site expression over stylistic polish. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eThe result is a Riesling that sits in the “Kabinett Trocken” tradition but often feels even more linear and tensile than the label suggests. Aromatically it typically shows lime zest, green apple, white peach, crushed herbs and smoky slate. 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