Vermentino is regarded by many as Australia’s great white hope. The argument is compelling given its temperate Mediterranean homeland of Sardinia. Australia has many similarly temperate winegrowing sites with Mudgee right in the zone.
Vermentino has flavours of fresh pear and honeydew melon with a slinky lemon pith mouthfeel and a fresh, bright acidity.

These flavours lend themselves to this unique sparkling style with the burst of bubbles magnifying the vermentino’s inherent generosity.

Very pale white gold in colour with subtle aromas of white nectarine, grapefruit and dragon fruit lifted by the buoyant bubbles.

Discrete flavours that echo the nose – pineapple, grapefruit and white stonefruit with hints of ripe custard apple. The texture is subtle yet carries vermentino’s hallmark lemon pith character. An energetic acidity adds vibrancy to the finish.

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“Cut green apple, nashi pear and lilly pilly fruit. Star jasmine and fresh linen. Full of those aromas as you walk by a fresh juice stall. Wonderfully ripe with grapefruit pith, stony blue rock and oyster brine salinity. The palate is full of marine shells and ocean spray. This transcribes Mudgee’s abundant sunshine and captures the coastal minerals of the Mediterranean Sea – vermentino's home turf.”

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Vermentino is regarded by many as Australia’s great white hope. The argument is compelling given its temperate Mediterranean homeland of Sardinia. Australia has many similarly temperate winegrowing sites with Mudgee right in the zone.

Vermentino has flavours of fresh pear and honeydew melon with a slinky lemon pith mouthfeel and a fresh, bright acidity.

Very pale white gold in colour with subtle aromas of white nectarine, grapefruit and lemongrass with a hint of fresh dill.

Gentle flavours that echo the nose along with fresh lychee and pineapple. The texture carries vermentino’s hallmark lemon pith character while a vibrant acidity adds energy to the finish.

Ultra pale lemon and lime tints. Lemon curd and jasmine on the nose. Tight and narrow on the palate entry, lemon and cracked quartz notes show at the core then it fills and builds weight towards the long finish. A lovely saline deliciousness to its finish that demands repeat visits.

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Light yellow colour; simple dried-herb and slightly peppery aroma, palate light and crisp, dry and appetising. A simple and refreshing glass of fizz.

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93 Points - “Such an aromatic and attractive wine, its beauty explodes from the glass. Fresh with some textural interest - go here.

“A step up from the 2022 release, there is a lot more going on here. White fleshed stonefruit, canned pear juice, cut melon and a lemony drive lead the way. White pepper and cinnamon like spices frame the edges and a soft veil of creaminess with a gravitating textural drive add detail. A lemony tang and fine spices cling to a elongated finish. An absolutely beautiful drink, Cacio e Pepe or fresh Moreton Bay bugs will do the trick just fine.”

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92 Points - “Fiano continues to make an impression – a good one – seemingly wherever it is grown in this country. An Italian variety originally from Campania and Sicily, it just loves our climate. This example sees a little barrel fermentation included, 30%, by way of wild yeasts. Deep straw, this is delightfully aromatic with stone fruits, figs, along with a hint of the tropicals, all on show. There is even a slight touch of a pleasing nuttiness. A minerally backing with good concentration throughout and decent length which persists well. The wine has focus and will provide pleasure for the next half dozen years. A very fine local Fiano.

“Gentle yet persistent flavours on the palette that reflect the nose with overtones of almond skin and Josephine pear. A fine line of citrus-etched acidity drives the finish to long and satisfying conclusion.”

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90 Points - "Fragrant frangipane, almond blossom, buttery pastry, sourdough, lemon curd, brine, green melon and stone fruit. Rich and spiced with plenty of fleshy stone fruit support. Sharp acid cuts through a slippery mid palate. Pleasant and floral and ready for summer."

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Light straw yellow colour. Green papaya and snow pea shoots on the nose. Palate is taut with green apple fruit and a zing of acidity. It hasn’t melded together so there’s a clash of sweet and sour at the finish.

Sangiovese is the backbone variety of Tuscany where it dates back to Etruscan times – its name a corruption of ‘blood of Jove’. Best known under the guise of Chianti, Australia’s first sangiovese vines were planted in Mudgee in the mid 1980’s.

Sangiovese is mid-weight with savoury flavours of sour cherry, fresh tobacco and dusky spices. These flavours echo clearly in this sophisticated rosé.

Pale candy pink in colour with brisk aromas of fresh strawberries, guava and Turkish nougat on the nose.

Strawberries and cream is the first (delicious) impression on the palette but there’s much more depth and character here. The savoury flavours of sangiovese are underpinned by the trace of skin tannin. A vibrant acidity enlivens the finish.

Medium-full salmon-pink with a trace of development; the aroma is at an in-between stage, not fresh and primary but not yet showing secondary complexity, but shy, plain and slightly leafy/savoury. The palate is light and crisp with a little herbal greenness in the middle and a clean, dry, balanced finish that is quite refreshing. Modest length and a clean cut-off.

Bright crimson in colour and a savoury mix of currant, herb, tomato leaf and cola.

Structural and bright with good depth of fruit and intense chalky tannins making for an excellent food wine.

Lovely now, but will also soften over the next couple of years. A very good wine from this Mudgee winery, which specialises in in premium Italian-style expressions.

Lovely colour, bright and vibrant. Lifted aromas of cherry, violets, cedar, bramble and spice. Firm, bright and red fruit driven. Cherry, raspberry, spice, anise and firm tannins are all doing their thing. Savoury, textured and long.

“Black cherry skin, asphalt and charred rubber. Slivers of red raspberry compote and paprika spice. A wealth of elevated acidity and grainy tannins with some sightings of fleshy barbera throughout. This speaks of the sangiovese frame and stature more than it does of barbera's gently rolling curves. A wine that would stand up well for tomato-based slow cooked meats.” Wine Companion

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Dark and a youthful red in appearance. Aromas of blackberry, cherry, bramble, spice, earth and dried herbs. Fleshy and dark fruit driven in flavour. There's plenty of flesh and juiciness along with shapely, firm tannins and crunchy acidity.

Inky, dark and opaque in appearance. Brooding, dark aromas of mulberry, plum conserve, anise, dried herbs and spice. Full-flavoured, fleshy and crunchy on the palate. Chock full of blackberry and blueberry flavours, along with anise, coffee and cola. The tannins are firm and serious and the acidity has plenty of snap.