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Summer Lovin Wines
TOP DROPS FROM AROUND THE HUNTER VALLEY FOR YOUR SUMMER TIME FESTIVITIES.
Elbourne Wines
PINK PEGASUS Sparkling Sanglovese Rosé
A delightfully refreshing and light sparkling for summer! Single vineyard Hunter Valley
Sangiovese has been used to make this sparkling Rose’. Hints of sweet red berries and pink lady apple framework on the palate result in a lingering finish.
TASTING Red berries. Slightly off-dry, with a nice acid framework for a lingering finish.
FOOD MATCH Enjoy chilled on its own or with seafood entrée.
CELLARING Drink now to 2025.
PRICE $30
Iron Gate Estate
Blanc de Blanc 2022
One hundred per cent Chardonnay at its sparkling best!
TASTING Grapefruit, citrus and green peach aromas with a palate of crunchy citrus and stone-fruit characters and a deliciously dry finish.
FOOD MATCH This wine is an excellent accompaniment with seafood, vegetable and light chicken dishes.
CELLARING Cellar for 3 to 5 years.
PRICE $35
Tranquil Value
Luskintyre Pink
The Tranquil Vale Luskintyre Pink Rosé is carefully crafted from Estate Grown, handpicked fruit. It is light and bright – as a good Rosé should be!
TASTING This wine shows zesty citrus notes balanced with subtle, yet frolicsome undertones of red
berries and a refreshing minerality.
FOOD MATCH This dry Rosé will pair perfectly with a myriad of munchable morsels – try it with grilled seafood, charcuterie or goat’s cheese.
CELLARING It is perfect to drink right now but will cellar well for up to 3 years.
PRICE $27
Drayton's Family Wines
Reserve Gewürztraminer 2022
Draytons Reserve wines are made from specially selected grapes, sourced from low-yielding vineyards located in the heart of the world-renowned Pokolbin district of the Hunter Valley.
TASTING Hailing from Alsace in France, Gewürztraminer is an aromatic grape variety, renowned for its heady, floral aromas, reminiscent of lychees and roses. Crisp, refreshing flavours, with a touch of spice and a luscious finish. Gewürztraminer - hard to say, easy to drink!
FOOD MATCH Ideal for a summer poolside afternoon, but equally as delightful with roast chicken salad or egg omelette.
CELLARING Cellar for 3 to 5 years.
PRICE RRP $35
Bonvilla Estate
Arcachon Semillon 2022
TASTING Pale lemon yellow with a silver-green hue. Very focused lemon and lime with citrus florals
and a hint of lemonade iceblocks. Some underlying mineral talc and lavender floral notes. Plush entry with lemon and lime across zesty yet supple acidity. There is power in the acid but a touch of the Fist in the velvet glove here. Long, succulent, and juicy making this wine a good contender for the cellar.
FOOD MATCH Spaghetti vongole.
CELLARING 5 years and another 5 beyond to see its best.
PRICE $40
Winmark Wines
Single Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay 2021
Recently awarded the Gold Medal and Trophy for Best Young Chardonnay 2021-2022 in the NSW
Small Winemakers Awards, this Single Vineyard Chardonnay is a celebration of the site and reflects
the skills and passion of the expert team managing to capture the essence of this historic vineyard.
TASTING Flavours of white stone fruit and nashi pair will delight, and with age, reveals layers of toastiness.
FOOD MATCH Goes perfectly with pork belly and crackling, or shellfish such as clams and mussels.
CELLARING Cellar with confidence for up to 10 years.
PRICE $55
The Garden Cellars
Shimmer Chill Moscato
The Shimmer Chill Moscato is The Garden Cellars' most popular wine – a beautiful pink Moscato that is a must-have for any special celebration! Perfect for parties and family get-togethers, it's a great conversation starter and extremely eye-catching.
TASTING Refreshing Pink Moscato with notes of apple followed by a fizzy sherbet finish.
FOOD MATCH Pairs well with desserts and pastries.
CELLARING Store in a cool dark place. Perfect for drinking now.
PRICE $30
Tamburlaine Organic Wines
Mark Davidson Green with Envy Pinot Noir 2022
A new face in our Mark Davidson range, Green with Envy is a gentle and juicy Pinot that’s perfect for all occasions. Visit our website at Tamburlaine.com.au or give us a call on 02 4998 4222 to find out more!
TASTING A blush crimson red complexion underpins luscious strawberry fruits and earthy
forest floor characters. This is a deliciously soft and juicy light-bodied Pinot that will leave you wanting more.
FOOD MATCH Duck and mushroom pasta - a golden food pairing! The bright red berries and
soft tannins of this Pinot Noir lend themselves beautifully to duck.
CELLARING Keep cool and drink young.
PRICE RRP $18
