Clandestine Vineyards Pinot Gris 2023

 

Aromas explode from the glass with little field flowers and green apple taking the lead. This is a most enjoyable Pinot Gris from Clandestine Vineyards.

Clandestine Vineyards Prosecco Rosé 2023

 

Have this at a spring time long lunch with those that smile a lot. This is an easygoing fizz where the joy factor is high.

Twin Valleys Reserve Blanc de Blancs NV

 

A King Valley Blanc de Blanc without a great deal of interest.

Twin Valleys Prosecco 2023

 

A simple Prosecco that will tickle the fancy of those who enjoy a clean and crisp glass of fizz.

Twin Valleys Sauvignon Blanc 2023

 

A simple Sauvignon Blanc with some herby appeal.

Twin Valleys Pinot Grigio 2023

 

A sessional Pinot Grigio from the King Valley that is ready for the taking. Vibrant with good acidity, tick, tick tick.

Clandestine Vineyards Prosecco Rosé 2022

 

Attractive on the eye, this is a crowd-pleasing Prosecco from the King Valley ready to wet your whistle. Solid aperitif gear, think the sun, sarongs and seafood.

De Bortoli Re-Write The Rules Pinot Noir 2021

 

A new label from De Bortoli. A Victorian Pinot Noir but the detail on the label is scant. But it is said to be 'fragrant, fun soulful and vibrant'.

The Flying Winemaker Prosecco NV

 

A crowd-pleasing King Valley Prosecco sure to put a smile on the dial for those looking for a cold glass of fizz. 

The Flying Winemaker Pinot Grigio

 

There is no vintage on the label. Does this make this a NV Pinot Grigio? Odd.

Pizzini Per Gli Angeli 2012

Christmas pudding in a glass is a more than apt description of this hypnotic dessert wine from Pizzini. Per Gli Angeli is Italian for 'For the Angels". Made in the Vin Santo style, when you consider the winemaking process, the angels seem to have taken their fair share too. This is simply sublime.

Santa and d'Sas Renno Riesling 2016

 

I was gifted this Riesling a little while ago and held off for the right moment. Warming up for six kilos of Porchetta seemed an appropriate occasion. Good gear this with years left in the bank.

Thick as Thieves Driftwood 2021

 

This is something. It's smashable deluxe! Juicy, dancy and pretty, it was recommended to me by Joe Caruso - the owner of the uber cool Somm bottle shop on the Gold Coast. If you're in the hood, drop by. And if you ever see one of these on the shelf, reach out and grab one - quickly!

Pizzini Pietra Rossa Sangiovese 2019

 

Love a Sangiovese? Wrap your lips around this. Happiness comes in spades.

Pizzini Rubacuori Sangiovese 2016

 

These playful new labels capture the Pizzini history fabulously. This one is of Katrina Pizzini on the front of what seems her new car. I would be sitting on a Maroon XD Falcon but that's another story... Here we have a serious expression of Sangiovese. Sink your teeth in and your claws. Delicious and then some.

Pizzini Coronamento Nebbiolo 2016

 

Gee, I love the new label of the Coronamento with Robert Pizzini playing in the mountains of Trentino circa 1950. A polished Nebbiolo as you'd expect from the Pizzini's, this is an excellent wine.

Pizzini Il Soffio Prosecco 2019

 

So good. What a burst of happiness and refreshment! A fizz worth popping in your glass. 

Pizzini Arneis 2021

 

Some weight distinguishes this Arneis from the Riesling and Pinot Grigio in the Pizzini range. The diversity of these wines is something. Not only is there seemingly a wine for every occasion and taste, but the width and breadth of texture and interest are also explored.

Pizzini Riesling 2021

 

Cool climates deliver green apple goodness that can be seen in Riesling from such districts and this Pizzini release exemplifies that once again. What a fabulous drink. Oh, and have I mentioned how much I love these new labels? Well played team Pizzini for delivering a fresh new look.

Pizzini Pinot Grigio 2021

 

That soft touch is the feature of this Pinot Grigio from Pizzini. So fine and delicate, you feel like a silk sheet rides through your mouth.