An ancient marque steeped in history, Segura Viudas began branding it's sparklings in the 1950s, limiting production for the enjoyment of an exclusive clientele, not releasing commercial quantities until 1969. The Penedes Denominaciones de Origen produces amazing methode champenoise, crafted from a mix of indigenous Spanish varietals which are unavailable anywhere else in the world.

$6499each $779DOZEN EACH DOZEN Two thirds Macabeo, the balance Parellada, sourced from the Penedes D.O, just south of Barcelona. Outstanding wines have been made here since the ancient Phoenicians, Greeks and Romans. Other notable Penedes producers include Freixenet, Rene Barbier and Torres. Towards the end of the nineteenth century, the region became aware of the potential of it's indigenous varietal grapes and unique wines, the first steps were taken in the application of Methode Champenoise and Segura Viudas produced its first sparklers. Primary fermentations in tank capture and retain distinct varietal fruit characters, followed by extended maturation in bottle for five years.

A delicate stream of very fine bubbles with persistence. Fruity, crisp lemon lime scented nose, the high percentage of Macabeo works to retain the youthful personality of this generous wine during the long ageing process. Development in bottle brings solid structure, creamy texture and harmonious acidity. Potent aromas vary from shortbread to strawberry, peaches to almond and marzipan. A long and elegant palate, a long slightly yeasty finish.

The dedicated vignerons at Seppeltsfield are very fond of a few choice parcels which grow an intensely flavoured Moscato. This is the vineyard block they call upon to fashion a very favourite drink, the elixir that revitalizes and refreshes at the end of a hard day's work. Fully ripe grapes, bursting with a concentration of juicy flavours are vinified to retain a toothsome natural sweetness. The sybarites of Seppeltsfield are people of passion, they are partisans of the rich moreish styles and indulge in the making of a Moscato that they themselves enjoy.

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The pictuesque Plunkett Fowles vineyards occupy choice sites throughout the rolling plateaux at the heights of the Strathbogie Ranges. The quality of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grown here are clearly within the Ivy League of the finest Victorian fruit. An assemblage of roughly equaly proportions Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The white grapes share their origin equally between a variety of blocks within the Plunkett Fowles Upton Run and Whitegate Vineyards. The black grapes are drawn exclusively from the Trevor's Block at Whitegate.

$2699each $323DOZEN EACH DOZEN Grapes are picked early and harvested throughout the cool of the night to ensure fruit temperature are low , thereby preserving primary fruit characters. The Pinot Noir grapes were whole bunch pressed, a process which minimises phenollic extraction and bitterness, leading to a more delicate wine. Batches are inoculated to culture EC1118, a strong competitive yeast which possesses the ability to ferment at low temperatures, create good flocculation and has excellent alcohol tolerance. Vinified in tank at 15ËšC to preserve primary fruit flavours, fermented to dryness, the wine was kept on its lees to add complexity. Stone Dwellers was held on secondary fermentation lees for a short period prior to bottling.

Lively appearance, creamy and long lasting with a continual fine bread. Bouquet shows bright citrus aromas with peach notes and some yeasty complexity. It has off-dry residual sugar, balanced alcohol, soft balanced tannins and refreshing acid. To accompany hors d'oeuvre, a pungent camembert or smoked mussels.

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A stylish wine crafted from the holy triumvirate of sparkling grape varietals, Taltarni were one of Australia's first wineries to get serious about quality effervescence, they are still setting the benchmark. Taltarni have continued the evolution, so very well endowed with exceptional quality fruit, nurtured exclusively for sparkling wines, grown to vineyards across Victoria's splendid Pyrenees and Macedon Ranges. An assemblage of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier of current vintage with a third of reserve wines.

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Straw gold with green tinges, fine mousse and persistent bead. A clean, refined bouquet of fresh, floral, melon characters, balanced by zesty lemon. Very bright and inviting with red berry aromas. The palate is vivacious with an impressive array of crisp apple, melon and citrus flavours complemented by a creamy mid palate. T Series is the ideal sparkling to enjoy at any time, chilled with seafood, freshly shucked oysters and antipasto.

There are few marques, better placed than Taltarni to create the ultimate indulgence in sparkling burgundy. Shiraz is crushed into small open top fermenters for a week of vinification, hand plunged, regularly pumped over and gently pressed into French oak barriques for a term of age. Its fragrant blackcurrant mousse precedes an edifying spice and chocolate palate, muscular Pyrenees tannins and a sheath of dusky oak balance the indulgent sweetness of fruit. A moreish purple wine to match with fruit dressed poultry, cherry duckling or the traditional festive pud.

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The noble cépage of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier, finished with the inclusion of parcels from Tasmania's prestigious Clover Hill vineyard, a vintage sparkling of amazing textures and immeasurable palate length. Since inaugural release in 1978, each bottle of Taltarni Brut has been fermented and matured on yeast lees according to Methode traditionelle. Elegant and refined, articulating the sophistication and affable charm which have come to be recognized as the endearing and enduring sparkling Taltarni style.

$3099each $371DOZEN EACH DOZEN Taltarni were one of the founding wineries in the new age of the Pyrenees. The original sixty acres of vines were planted by David Hohnen, who later went on to found Cape Mentelle. John Goelet selected Taltarni Vineyards after a worldwide search of the finest winegrowing regions. The chosen site, with its red clay, quartz and sandy loam soils and cool continental climate is idyllic for the production of premium quality sparkling wines. The aim within the vineyard is to increase fruit concentration and flavour intensity whilst retaining superb length and balance of natural acidity. Taltarni is fermented in its own bottle and matured on yeast lees, achieving a final complex and sophisticated sparkling wine style.

Pale straw hues, fine mousse and persistent bead. A creamy, delicate and refreshing sparkling wine with a lifted bouquet of lemon, honeydew and nougat. The time on yeast lees has achieved a lovely, textured mid palate and a smooth lingering finish, the ideal aperitif, refreshing and clean. A joy with hors d'oeuvres and smart canapes.