The Patrittis form a crucial piece of Australian winemaking history. They are the only family owned, fully operational urban winery in Adelaide, the beating heart of South Australia's wine trade. The Blewitt Springs Vineyard Shiraz is a single vineyard expression of all of this history, representing quality through and through. McLaren Vale is renowned for its shiraz – the region’s unique terroir imparts a depth and richness that's hard to beat. The 2022 vintage is particularly exciting. It was a year of balance and finesse, with perfect growing conditions that allowed the shiraz to develop intense flavours while maintaining elegance. This single vineyard shiraz, sourced from a meticulously cared-for plot, will likely offer a symphony of flavours – from ripe, juicy blackberries and plums to rich layers of chocolate, coffee, and a hint of pepper.

Drink : Now - 2030

If you ever wanted a to show someone what 'Coonawarra' tastes like - this is it. Super concentrated old-vine cabernet from one of Australia's iconic masters of the grape. Rich dark fruits, classic eucalyptus, tobacco, spices - it's all here! When it comes to cabernet, we’re happy to drop some buzzwords - Coonawarra, old vine, terra rossa, French oak. Coonawarra is arguably Australia’s greatest cabernet region. Old vines make for concentrated flavours and lower yields. Terra rossa refers to the red soil of Coonawarra that gives its wines their distinct dusty, earthy characteristic. French oak provides that perfect cedary backbone that holds together the fruit profile of cab sauv so well. So expect blackcurrant, plum, spice and chocolate on the palate carried through into an elegant finish with fine lingering tannins. We might have gone a bit heavy on the buzzwords here, but they exist for a reason.

Drink : Now - 2035

Adelaide Hills pinot noir at this price should not be this good. And yet here we are.
Huon Hooke took one sip and called it out immediately - "good weight and depth of flavour for such an inexpensive pinot... value here." From a man who tastes more wine than most people will ever see in a lifetime, that's a ringing endorsement. Small batch, hand-plunged and open fermented with the kind of careful attention that usually results in bottles costing considerably more. The fruit is expressive and completely inviting - red cherry, plum, rose petal and a whisper of spice on the nose, with a silky, medium-bodied palate that's bright, elegant and genuinely satisfying from start to finish. Sandy tannins, lively acidity and a smooth texture that makes it dangerously easy to pour another glass. Duck breast, mushroom risotto, roast chicken or chargrilled salmon - this wine handles all of it with ease. It's also absolutely brilliant on its own on a quiet night when you just want something genuinely lovely in the glass. Cool-climate Adelaide Hills pinot at a price that makes grabbing a few an obvious and, frankly, responsible decision.

Drink : Now - 2029