Vanguardist V Grenache 2024A single site Grenache from Blewitt Springs in McLaren Vale, this is Vanguardists tenth release from the historic Rende Vineyard, capturing both place and precision in equal measure. The nose and palate are defined by red cherry, raspberry and wild strawberry, layered with subtle spice and a faint mineral edge. Theres brightness through the fruit, supported by fine, silky tannins and a lifted acidity that keeps everything moving. Made with a high

Domaine Rougeot’s La Monatine 2022 is a generous

The pale lemon wine shows green hues

It showcases the cool-climate finesse Tasmania is known for

grilled white fish

this is a wine made for immediate pleasure rather than contemplation

The nose is expressive and juicy

you can expect a mouthwatering pure Gris with texture

this is a serious Meursault built for cellaring

Oak is well integrated

giving both lift and depth

layered with rose petal and exotic spice

so it’s no surprise he uses this grape to make his slinky and fleshy Mornington rosé