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The Sparkling Dozen
TOP DROPS FROM AROUND THE HUNTER VALLEY FOR YOUR SUMMER TIME FESTIVITIES.
The Garden Cellars
Garden Cellars Prosecco
The Garden Cellars Prosecco is a beautiful bubbly delight from the heart of the hunter, perfect for every occasion.
TASTING Notes of subtle green apple, honeydew melon and pear. Palate of subtle sweetness with tingly acidity through the finish.
FOOD MATCH Pairs well with seafood, savoury cheeses, cured meats and fruits.
CELLARING Store in a cool dark place, ready to drink now.
PRICE $20
Mercer Wines
PF Fizz
Mercer Preservative Free Fizz - 100% Chardonnay, blanc de blanc style, flaunts finesse, length and reasons to celebrate. Crafted gently in the winery and the vineyard thanks to passionate growers using regenerative farming. No preservatives, only good vibes.
TASTING Juicy nashi, star fruit and hazelnut. Great length and refreshing palate.
FOOD MATCH Grazing board, cheese and nibbles, seafood.
CELLARING Drink now.
PRICE $24
Talits Estate
2014 Blanc de Blancs
Blanc de Blancs is the French term for ‘white from whites’ and refers to the classic Champagne style of sparkling wine made entirely from Chardonnay. The Chardonnay used in this wine is sourced from 40yr old vines.
TASTING This Blanc de Blancs is fresh and lively with the palate displaying citrus, green apple and grapefruit characters with some yeasty overtones. It has a creamy mousse, a fine elegant bead and a crisp long finish. The wine underwent secondary fermentation in the bottle and was aged on lees for 7 years before riddling and disgorge.
FOOD MATCH Fresh oysters, goats cheese and figs, trout, lobster and sashimi.
CELLARING Drinking beautifully now but can age another 10 years.
PRICE $40
Peterson House
Dolce Per Tutti Moscato
Dolce per Tutti means “Sweet for Everyone” in Italian, a reference to its heritage and its wide appeal.
TASTING Summer fruits of strawberry and raspberry are mixed with rose petals, a delicate musk character is reminiscent of musk sticks. The acidity of the bubbles offset the rich sweetness yet finishes clean and crisp. The high residual sugar will surprise even those with a dry palate.
FOOD MATCH Great with a fruity dessert, or baked cheesecake. The low alcohol lends itself to an early start with a sumptuous morning tea.
CELLARING Sparkling wines are made to be served cold – less than 4 C Store for 24 hours in a domestic fridge prior to opening or leave in wet ice for 2-3 hours. Cellar for 18 months.
PRICE RRP $33
Tamburlaine Organic Wines
Wine Lovers Scarlett Bubbles
Just like the granddaughter of Mark and Lou Davidson, Scarlett; is one of a kind, a little wild, and great fun. Good for any vibrant social occasion.
TASTING With fresh strawberries on the nose and delicious raspberry notes on the palate, Scarlett is a deliciously aromatic sparkling rosé with a touch of sweetness.
FOOD MATCH Best paired with your favourite Christmas dessert or fresh fruit!
CELLARING One to drink now.
PRICE $24
Kelman Vineyard
Late Disgorged Blanc De Blancs
Made from Chardonnay grapes in the Méthode Traditionelle. The grapes were picked earlier than normal and the juice spent four years on lees until disgorgement. An exceptional drop for any special occasion. Silver medal, 93 points James Halliday.
TASTING Light honey gold with a faint grassy aroma and flavours of toasty brioche, grilled nuts, gingerbread and nashi pear. A lovely fine bead and creamy texture.
FOOD MATCH Savoury – seafood, delicate white fish, salmon, chicken, light spicy pasta. Sweet – pavlova, berries, panna cotta, Danish pastries
CELLARING Perfect to enjoy now.
PRICE $40
Savannah Estate
NV Sparkling Brut
Savannah Estate Wines are produced from small select parcels of premium fruit grown in renowned viticulture regions throughout Australia. Our Sparkling Brut will definitely hit the spot and is certain to impress all your brunch attendees
TASTING A rich, clean, elegant and dry sparkling with a gorgeous persistent bead. A Chardonnay Semillon blend with a dash of Verdelho to round it out, the palate is fullflavoured showing fruit flavours of nectarine and white peach with supporting sherbet flavour. The back palate is clean, dry and refreshing.
FOOD MATCH Freshly shucked oysters topped with finger lime.
CELLARING Drink now, why wait?
PRICE $25 Members Price $21.25
Briar Ridge Vineyard
Limited Release Sparkling Chardonnay
Briar Ridge’s Blanc de Blanc sparkling is made using 100% Chardonnay in the traditional
method to create a richly textured, creamy mouthfeel and fine mousse. Aged on lees for 5 years prior to disgorgement and release, this is their most premium sparkling wine.
TASTING White peach and green apple fruit framed by toasted brioche, creamy texture and a crisp acidity.
FOOD MATCH Sydney rock oysters with yuzu dressing.
CELLARING Will continue to build in richness over the next 5-8 years.
PRICE RRP $45
Ernest Hill Wines
Blanc de Blancs 2022
Just when you thought that Chardonnay could not get any better, we go ahead and release our Blanc de Blancs – known to the French as “white of whites.” With a Hunter twist of a dash of Semillon this refreshingly crisp wine is ideal for those special occasions or just to indulge yourself.
TASTING This spectacular sparkling has vibrant lime and peach flavours with a light bubble that shouts enjoy me with friends.
FOOD MATCH Seafood, pate, fresh salads and your favourite canapes
CELLARING Drink now or cellar up to 4 years
PRICE $30
Tranquil Vale Vineyard
Pukka
Made in the Traditional Method, ‘Pukka’ is crisp and refreshing with notes of green apple, blossom and brioche. This spectacular sparkling wine is a blend of Estate Grown Semillon and Chardonnay.
TASTING Light straw colour with fine persistent bead, a clean, crisp palate, notes of fresh green apple combined with developing aged characters and generous mouth feel.
FOOD MATCH Oysters, scallops or Japanese Tempura.
CELLARING This wine has already been aged prior to release so it is perfect to drink now– it will continue to delight for the next 2 years.
PRICE $60
Talits Estate
2021 Été Sparkling
Talits Estate vineyard is James Halliday rated and has won multiple awards in boutique and Australian/NZ wine shows. In 2021, Talits Estate was a finalist in the Hunter Valley
Wine and Tourism Association’s “Cellar Door of The Year” Awards.
TASTING Light, dry, delicate and sparkling. Soft and rounded on the mouth palate with the perfect blend of floral, earth and creamy tones. Pop, clink and cheers.
FOOD MATCH Brunch, barbecue and chocolate! Bon appétit!
CELLARING Drinking beautifully now - proceed with "joie de vivre”.
PRICE $40
Hungerford Hill Wines
Cardinal
An Aussie twist on a classic red wine. Pioneered in the late 19th century by Australian winemakers
and combines full-bodied Shiraz with the complexity of natural effervescence from secondary
fermentation.
TASTING Vibrant deep red in colour with a fine bead. The aroma is abound with savoury leather, spice and plum whilst the palate is soft, luscious and creamy, and full of spicy red berry fruit.
FOOD MATCH Hearty breakfasts; thick-cut bacon, fried eggs, beans, with spinach and buttered toast. Oven-roasted spiced eggplant on a bed of parmesan French fries.
CELLARING It's the season to sparkle! Why let it sit when we can pop and party?!
PRICE $45
