Sorby Adams Morticia Sparkling Shiraz NV

 

Sparkling Shiraz is a great drink but sadly it gets pigeonholed as a "Christmas drink". Park that idea and reap the reward when you pop that top off this on any of the other 364 days of the year.

Woodstock Old Fortified Tawny Style NV

 

Winter is fortified season. As part of a new tasting experience at the Woodstock cellar door, three fortifieds and a Botrytis have been matched with Haigh's Chocolates. A dark chocolate almond cluster is the weapon of choice with this Old Fortified Tawny Style.

Woodstock Muscat NV

 

Dangerously smooth, I received this Muscat from Woodstock as part of their celebration of International Chocolate Day. Three fortifieds and a Botrytis have been matched with Haigh's Chocolates for a very different cellar door tasting.

O’Leary Walker Hurtle Chardonnay Pinot Noir NV

Cleansing and refreshing, this is solid aperitif gear from O'Leary Walker.

O'Leary Walker Romalo Sparkling Shiraz NV

 

Named in honour of Norman and Hurtle Walker, Nick Walker's respective father and grandfather who spent over 100 years in the wine industry., the Romalo cellars were where they honed their craft. Wrap your lips around this tasty Sparkling Shiraz.

Howard Park Petit Jeté NV

 

Really enjoyable, this is a serious looking fizz that is not so serious on the hip pocket. Nicely done from the crew at Howard Park.

Pommery Brut Royal Champagne NV

 

There's something about Champagne that just makes you feel a little bit fancy. This Pommery impressed deluxe. A blend of forty crus, it sees 36 months in bottle before release.

Thomson & Scott Noughty Organic Sparkling Chardonnay NV

Throw it in a flute and there’s a good chance your friends wouldn’t know it's alcohol-free except the dancing won’t get worse the more you have… A fabulous alternative when seeking a non-alcoholic fizz.

Howard Park Jeté Brut NV

 

A wonderfully structured and balanced sparkling from Howard Park. I'll have another glass thanks.

Penley Estate Georgina Sparkling Shiraz NV

 

This time of year is cricket season and sparkling Shiraz season. Here is a handy wine from Penley Estate.

Golden Grove Estate Marnita Muscat NV

Soak your dried fruit in this overnight and then spoon over ice cream. There is a Christmas hack. Or just sip slow. A fab non-vintage Muscat made from Golden Grove Estate's 65-year-old vines - the oldest and the original vines planted on the estate.

Louis Pommery England Brut NV

Vranken-Pommery has become the first Grande Marque Champagne House to produce a sparkling wine from English Terroir.  

M Burton Shiraz I NV

 

When you pour all your knowledge and expertise into one bottle to celebrate a milestone, this is what you get. A sleek, detailed and considered wine from Gundog Estate winemaker Matt Burton.

Yelland and Papps Old Vine Grenache NV

 

This wine grows on you - big time. The marriage of three vintages (2018, 2019, 2021) from the same vineyard, it's a bit like stepping onto a cable bridge. Initially a little shaky, with some forward momentum you can't help but embrace the vista and natural beauty that surrounds you. 

Airlie Bank Yarra Valley Cuvée NV

 

A crowd-pleasing fizz sure to please.

Jester Hill Shiraz Roussanne NV

 

An interesting blend that brings together portions of Shiraz from 2018 & 2019 and a splash of Roussanne (2019).

Brockenchack Great Scott Sparkling Shiraz NV

 

Drink more Sparkling Shiraz. It is such a versatile style of wine - pre-dinner, with a meal, dessert or on its own. Spring evenings poolside is where I'm at.

Mitchell Wines Peppertree Sparkling Shiraz NV

 

Sparkling Shiraz is a fabulous style of wine that is often overlooked. This Mitchell Wines release is blended with vintages back to 12 years. A moreish and complex wine ready for your drinking pleasure.

Chateau Yaldara Sparkling Pinot Noir Chardonnay NV

A pretty good fizz for the money and it will be sure to please more than a few.

Blue Pyrenees Sparkling Shiraz NV

 

Sparkling Shiraz is SO Australian but the shame is that it is pigeon holed as a Christmas Day drink. Surely we can do better than 1 out of 365? Check out this great value beauty and perhaps your afternoon drinks with friends may change course.