Spinifex Lola White Bled 2024You might know Peter Schell for his brilliant Barossa reds, but if youre sleeping on his whites especially Lola youre missing out. This has long been one of the regions most distinctive white blends, and in 2024 its looking as compelling as ever. Semillon takes centre stage again this year (74%), sourced from gnarly 90 year old vines in Ebenezer. Its joined by a splash of Grenache Gris (16%) from the Spinifex estate, and Clairette (10%) from a high

Vietti Barolo DOCG is a classic Nebbiolo drawn from key sites across the Barolo region

underpinned by a taut mineral core and balanced acidity

Bright red cherry and raspberry aromas open onto a refined palate layered with gentle spice

pairing well with duck

and this wine says to us that's 100% on the right on track

so much deliciousness

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The site is home to 75-year-old bushvine Grenache

Pairs effortlessly with roast lamb and stews

which lifts the dark fruit flavours and keeps the wine lively and balanced

The finish is long

The bouquet opens with vibrant notes of green apple