It wouldn’t be the holidays with the perfect bottle of wine to gift and be enjoyed, but selecting the right one can often prove difficult.
To make the process easier, here is a list that is sure to please everyone:
House of Arras EJ Carr Late Disgorged Vintage 2007
$265.99
House of Arras EJ Carr Late Disgorged Vintage 2007 marks the 10th consecutive release of the sparkling, which is an outstanding expression of House of Arras Chief Winemaker, Ed Carr’s vision for Australian sparkling wine and the potential of Tasmanian vineyards. This latest release exhibits all the elegance, power and complexity of world-class sparkling wine and shows the longevity that can result from such meticulous decisions from vineyard selection to release.
An inviting palate with a rich melange of flavours including nougat, desiccated lemon, honeycomb, alluring spices and sauteed field mushroom. An exquisite structure built around a low dosage that allows the complex characters to be revealed, exposed and enjoyed. The rich palate is beautifully balanced with the structural elegance and natural acid line. Perfectly paired with poultry or game meats.
Available at fine wine retailers nationwide or online at www.houseofarras.com.au
Grant Burge Meshach Shiraz 2018
$229.00
Grant Burge has an immensely rich history, dating back to 1865 with pioneer Meshach Burge, whose generosity gave birth to five generations of vignerons and whose legacy is reflected in the wines today. Grant Burge is renowned all over the world for crafting exceptional quality wines, with winemaking techniques expertly refined over more than 30 years, to showcase an elegance and generosity of flavour that is characteristic of the place in which they are grown.
This is a bright, vibrant and powerful wine, with a strength that is reflective of the old vine blocks it comes from. Wonderfully balanced, with dark chocolate and plum on the mid-palate, with hints of aniseed and cinnamon on the end. A long, elegant finish with an acidity line will ensure this wine will age gracefully (peak drinking 2023+). The Meshach Shiraz would pair beautifully with wagyu steak.
Available now in major and select independent retailers nationwide or online at www.grantburgewines.com.au
House of Arras Blanc de Blancs
$129.99
A wine that truly expresses the elegance and sophistication of Tasmanian Chardonnay when paired with meticulous winemaking and extensive ageing in tirage. The House of Arras Blanc de Blancs is a tribute to Chardonnay; a variety often considered the pinnacle of classic sparkling wine varieties for its elegance and longevity.
A densely structured wine with great presence and minerality. Flavours are reminiscent of baked Granny Smith apple, white peach, lime essence and brioche. The firm natural acid backbone melds all the characters together to express power, poise and a fantastic vibrancy. Perfect to pair with fresh seafood, natural or with a hint of exotic spice.
Available at fine wine retailers nationwide or online at www.houseofarras.com.au
St Hallett Old Block Shiraz 2018
$159.99
St Hallett’s reputation as the Masters of Barossa Shiraz has been hard-earned over many decades and this wine is the pinnacle of their legacy. Since its inception in 1980, the focus of Old Block has been to showcase the rare and ancient vines of the Barossa.
A vibrant and elegant wine, that offers rich fruit notes with layers of dark chocolate, and complex spices of cinnamon, cedar oak and hints of black pepper and nutmeg. The 2018 Old Block Shiraz is the perfect Christmas gift and will reward careful cellaring for 20+ years so could be one to open on a special occasion.
Available now in major and select independent retailers nationwide or online at www.sthallett.com.au
Petaluma Yellow Label Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay 2021
$53.99
Petaluma is built on the belief that the best wines are created from the synergy between region, variety and site. Stretching over three region the Adelaide Hills, Clare Valley and Coonawarra, Petaluma is the pinnacle of premium Australian wine, producing exceptional wines that are refined, elegant and classic – reflective of the region or vineyard they came from.
Fresh peach and nectarine flavours, typical of Chardonnay from the Piccadilly Valley, are complemented by subtle oak spice and a fine creamy texture. An elegant and restrained wine, it finishes with a lingering grapefruit pith acid drive and develops great complexity with age. The Yellow Label Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay pairs beautifully with seafood dishes.
Available now in major and select independent retailers nationwide or online at www.petaluma.com.au
Grant Burge The Holy Trinity Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2020
$47.99
Grant Burge has an immensely rich history, dating back to 1865 with pioneer Meshach Burge, whose generosity gave birth to five generations of vignerons and whose legacy is reflected in the wines today. Grant Burge is renowned all over the world for crafting exceptional quality wines, with winemaking techniques expertly refined over more than 30 years, to showcase an elegance and generosity of flavour that is characteristic of the place in which they are grown.
Elegant yet complex with flavours of plums and cherries, the Holy Trinity is a staple for all Barossa wine lovers. Wonderfully balanced, the tannins are soft, silky and mouth coating, with a very fine texture and a long, clean finish. Pairs beautifully with roasted duck breast or poached chicken.
Available now in major and select independent retailers nationwide or online at www.grantburgewines.com.au
Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore
$19.99
Over the past seven decades, Santa Margherita has cemented itself as one of the most famous and highly regarded sparkling wine brands in the world, and a leader in the prosecco category. Grown, harvested, and produced in Italy, Santa Margherita Wines are rooted in classic Italian ideals and reimagined for the fine wine lover of today.
Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore has fine, lively bubbles that dance within its bright straw-yellow colour and greenish reflections. Its lovely aromas include ripe pineapples, peaches, and Rennet apples as well as delicate florals. Its finish is bright and dry, yet sweet on the palate. Perfect as an apéritif, this celebrated bubbly pairs well with seafood or cheese appetizers.
Available now in major and select independent retailers nationwide or online at https://santamargheritawines.com/
Banrock Station Eco-Bottle 2022
$16.00
Good wine needs a great environment. Every step of Banrock Station’s winemaking process combines their passion for conservation and great-tasting wine. The Banrock Station Eco-Bottle is made entirely from Australian-sourced 100% recycled PET plastic. The switch to sustainable packaging is helping to reshape the carbon footprint of wine by targeting the industry’s environmental hotspot, the glass bottle.
Available in a light-bodied and dry Pinot Grigio and an aromatic Pinot Noir, Banrock Station’s Eco-Bottle wines make a perfect gift for both the wine-lover and the planet-lover in your life.
Available now in major and select independent retailers nationwide or online at www.banrockstation.com.au
$24.99
Earlier in the year, Grant Burge partnered with Dylan Alcott AO to launch the Leave Your Mark campaign, encouraging and inspiring people to pursue their passions. As part of the brand’s alliance with Dylan Alcott and demonstrating how the iconic winery continues to leave its mark today, Grant Burge is proudly an official partner of the Dylan Alcott Foundation – a charitable organisation with the purpose of helping young adults living with a disability to achieve their dreams and realise their full potential.
To mark the partnership, Grant Burge will be donating $2 from each Grant Burge Prosecco Zero and Filsell Shiraz sold in Dan Murphy’s in the month of December to establish tertiary education scholarships in conjunction with the foundation across the country, eliminating barriers to education and providing future work opportunities for all Australians.
Available from late November in select Dan Murphy’s and BWS stores nationwide or online at https://www.grantburgewines.com.au
