This is our first attempt, so the winemaking will evolve, but the wine has surprised us. It’s pure and fruit driven as you’d expect but somehow there’s a savoury interest. Dark fruited but not heavy in anyway, it’s still got a little Fred Astaire (light on its feet) feel. Frisky but serious. Air is this wine's friend – introduce it to a decanter and it will start unfurling. Peat, red and black berries, a weird but interesting Vegemite kinda umaminess. Firmly structured with chunky, chewy tannin and focused through the finish.

The Malbec produced by Tonic Wines is an impressive wine that is sure to impress. While this variety is most commonly associated with Argentina, this particular wine offers a more refined and intricate take on the grape that is often overlooked in Australia.

Like their Grenache and Mataro wines, the Malbec undergoes a similar winemaking process that results in a polished, vigorous, and sophisticated final product.

McLaren Vale fruit has produced a more powerful wine – less flighty. Red and slightly dark berry fruits, still crunchy, still highly aromatic – amaro-like. The palate is showing some darker fruit profiles, but the texture and the weight is classic Tonic in style: flavour without ‘thickness’, high interest level, tannins lead and fruit follows. A brightness of acid that keeps the finish fresh but allows the fruit to tell the story. Or something like that...

Like their Grenache and Mataro wines, the Malbec undergoes a similar winemaking process that results in a polished, vigorous, and sophisticated final product.

On the nose, the wine offers aromas of citrus, green apple, and hints of toasted oak. On the palate, the wine is crisp and refreshing with flavors of lemon, lime, and white peach. The oak is well-integrated, adding a subtle hint of vanilla and a slight creaminess to the mouthfeel. The finish is clean and long-lasting, with a satisfying minerality.

Tonic Wines Reserve Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2020 is a premium Australian wine made from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in the Yarra Valley wine region. The wine has a pale yellow color with golden hues and a bright clarity. On the nose, there are aromas of citrus, ripe peach, and melon, with a hint of toasty oak and vanilla. On the palate, the wine is rich and full-bodied, with flavors of ripe stone fruit, lemon curd, and hazelnut, complemented by a subtle minerality and a creamy texture. The wine is well-balanced with a bright acidity and a long, smooth finish.

A wine that assertively expresses the qualities of a fine vintage.

It's very expressive and polished, with supple, sweet strawberry fruit, juicy acidity and medium weight tannins all pulling in the same direction.

A hint of sweet spice on the finish only adds to the allure.

A soft floral nose with hints of thyme, dried strawberry and charcuterie all give way to a palate full of refreshing red berry fruits and spice with a long savoury finish.

Aromatic plum and raspberries with freshness and balance, the wine has a round central core of red fruit that gives way to a complex mid-palate full of cassis, dark cherry, spice and vanilla.

A highly aromatic GSM with densely coloured tints and exceptional balance

Gorgeously opulent, perfumed and densely concentrated.

Gorgeously opulent, perfumed and densely concentrated.

Aromatic plum and raspberries with freshness and balance, the wine has a round central core of red fruit that gives way to a complex mid-palate full of cassis, dark cherry, spice and vanilla.

Bocca di Lupo 2019 is a deep, intense ruby red color. The nose expresses notes of red fruit like morello cherries, currants, and ripe pomegranates. The complex bouquet is completed by spicy hints of white pepper and licorice accompanied by balsamic notes of thyme and eucalyptus.

The palate is refined with vibrant yet silky tannins. A lengthy and persistent finish delivers pleasant sensations of freshness and complexity.

Masseria Maìme is ruby red in colour. The nose presents fruity notes of sour cherries and plums accompanied by sweet notes of dog rose, irises and vanilla with a slightly spicy note of black pepper on the finish. A soft entry on the palate is sustained by elegant tannins and an extremely well-balanced finish.

NePriCa Negroamaro is ruby red with light violet hues. The nose offers notes of cherries, floral aromas of dog rose, sweet violets, and light spicy sensations of pepper and tobacco. A soft entry on the palate is defined by supple tannins and accompanied by excellent freshness and a pleasantly fruity finish.

Tormaresca Neprica Primitivo IGT Puglia 2021 is a red wine from the Puglia region of southern Italy. It is made primarily from the Primitivo grape, which is known for producing rich and full-bodied wines. This particular vintage is characterized by its intense ruby color and aromas of ripe blackberry, cherry, and plum.

On the palate, it is dry with a well-balanced acidity and tannins, and flavors of black fruit, spices, and a hint of vanilla. It has a long and persistent finish, making it a great choice to pair with hearty meat dishes or aged cheeses.
 

This rosé has a delicate pink color with aromas of fresh red berries, such as strawberries and raspberries, and floral notes of rose petals. On the palate, it is crisp and refreshing, with flavors of red fruits and a hint of minerality. The acidity is well-balanced, making it a perfect pairing for seafood, salads, and light pasta dishes.

Tornatore Etna Rosso 2018 is a red wine made from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grapes grown on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, Sicily. The wine is a deep ruby red color and has an intense aroma with notes of red fruit, spices, and mineral tones. On the palate, it is dry, full-bodied, and well-structured with silky tannins and a long finish.

The volcanic soil of Mount Etna gives this wine a unique character and complexity, and it is a great expression of the terroir. This wine is a good choice to pair with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or aged cheeses.