2015 Winbirri Grand Reserve, Norfolk

Normal price: £32
Wine Club price: £25.50

This remarkable wine has been a well-kept secret among a fortunate few, only reaching wider recognition since its release in August. Crafted from 100% Rondo grapes, it has been barrel-aged for three years before maturing further in the bottle, resulting in exceptional depth and complexity.

In the glass, it shows a deep black-cherry hue, while the nose offers rich, fruity aromas interwoven with spicy vanilla notes. Full of character, it evokes the style of classic Rioja or Bordeaux wines. Decant and pair with hearty, flavour-packed dishes for the best experience.

2024 Pewsey Vale Estate Riesling, Eden Valley, South Australia

Normal price: £19.50
Wine Club price: £15.50

A standout at our recent Wine Club tasting, this Riesling comes from one of the greener, high-altitude regions of South Australia, a stark contrast to the semi-desert Barossa Valley just 75 minutes away. The Pewsey Vale Estate, with over 175 years of winemaking heritage, is one of Australia’s oldest and most respected.

Delicate aromas of white flowers, fresh lime, and subtle dried herbs greet the nose, leading to a palate bursting with zesty lime, a touch of rosemary, and vibrant natural acidity. Beautifully balanced with a minerality that will delight now yet reward cellaring.

2020 Berton Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Coonawarra, South Australia

Normal price: £18
Wine Club price: £14.50

Hailing from Coonawarra, the most celebrated Cabernet Sauvignon region outside Bordeaux, this wine benefits from its cool maritime climate and the famed Terra Rossa red soils, ideal for producing world-class Cabernet. The vineyards form a striking 4-mile-wide, 22-mile-long stretch of rich green vines shared by many of Australia’s finest producers.

Almost black in colour, this wine offers complex aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and a whisper of chocolate. On the palate, it embodies the classic “iron fist in a velvet glove,” making it a perfect partner for rich red meats or robust mature cheeses.