Nose: Delicate aromas of red berries, rose petals, and hints of citrus.

Taste: Vibrant flavors of strawberries, raspberries, and cherries with a touch of zesty lemon.

Palate: Lively and refreshing, with a creamy texture and a long, elegant finish.

The latest vintage from this producer based in Les Riceys in the Côte des Bars is finely textured, with a good balance between fruits and maturity. It has just hints of toastiness to go with the Champagne's soft fruits. It is ready to drink. Roger Voss

Nose: Intense peat smoke, maritime notes, hints of iodine, and a touch of brine.

Taste: Rich and smoky, with flavors of charred oak, bonfire smoke, roasted barley, and a subtle sweetness of vanilla.

Palate: Full-bodied and oily, with a warming sensation. The peat smoke dominates, accompanied by flavors of dark chocolate, black pepper, and a hint of citrus zest.

Nose: Intense aroma of fresh jalapenos and smoky peppers.
Taste: Fiery and bold with a strong presence of ghost peppers, followed by hints of agave sweetness.
Palate: A powerful and lingering heat that builds up gradually, leaving a spicy and smoky finish.

This is a high-rye bourbon aged in barrels that utilize the lightest char level available. The result is light and approachable, with a bold almond aroma and hints of dark chocolate and caramel winding into a warming baking-spice finish. Distilled in Indiana, bottled in Kentucky.

Nose: Aromas of vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak.
Taste: Smooth and creamy with notes of butterscotch, honey, and a hint of tropical fruit.
Palate: Rich and full-bodied, with flavors of toffee, spice, and a touch of smokiness.

Nose: Smoky, earthy, and herbal with hints of roasted agave, charred wood, and dried herbs.

Taste: Rich and complex with flavors of smoky mezcal, roasted agave, black pepper, and a touch of citrus.

Palate: Full-bodied and velvety, with a lingering smoky finish and a subtle sweetness.

Nose: Rich and sweet with notes of toffee, honey, and vanilla. Hints of dried fruits and a subtle spiciness.

Taste: Smooth and creamy with flavors of caramel, butterscotch, and dark chocolate. A touch of cinnamon and nutmeg adds warmth and complexity.

Palate: Full-bodied and luscious, with a velvety mouthfeel. The sweetness continues, accompanied by flavors of raisins, figs, and a gentle oakiness. The finish is long and satisfying, with a lingering sweetness and a hint of spice.

Since 2002 the vineyards have been managed organically and biodynamically. In 2010 all four vineyards were awarded full Demeter certification and in 2020 they were all also certified by BioGro. Pruning is carried out to leave desired bud numbers thus ensuring moderate controllable yields and to create an even, light penetrable canopy. Irrigation is usually necessary during the later dry summer months. Soil moisture levels are carefully monitored and water is applied only when necessary to maintain appropriate soil moisture levels. All grapes are carefully hand picked, keeping separate any quality differences within blocks due to clones, rootstocks and viticultural trials.

Nose: Rich and aromatic with notes of juniper, oak, and spice.

Taste: Smooth and complex, with flavors of juniper, malt, caramel, and vanilla.

Palate: Full-bodied and warming, with a lingering finish of oak and subtle hints of citrus.

Nose: Freshly cut grass, lemon zest, vanilla, and honey.

Taste: Creamy toffee, citrus fruits, hints of ginger, and a touch of oak.

Palate: Smooth and velvety with flavors of caramel, lemon meringue, and a subtle spiciness.

Nose: Aromas of red cherries, raspberries, and violets with hints of earth and spice.

Taste: Bright and lively flavors of red fruits, including cherries and cranberries, with a touch of black pepper and a subtle herbal note.

Palate: Medium-bodied with silky tannins and a refreshing acidity. The fruit flavors are well-balanced with a delicate minerality, leading to a long and elegant finish.

Nose: Rich and fruity with notes of ripe apples, pears, and hints of citrus. A touch of vanilla and honey sweetness.

Taste: Smooth and creamy with flavors of caramel, toffee, and butterscotch. Spiced oak and a hint of nuttiness.

Palate: Full-bodied and well-balanced. The sweetness continues with flavors of baked apples and cinnamon. A touch of dark chocolate and a lingering, warming finish.

Nose: Intense aromas of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, with hints of black pepper and dried herbs.

Taste: Rich and full-bodied, with flavors of dark berries, plums, and a touch of licorice. The wine showcases a velvety texture and well-integrated tannins.

Palate: A harmonious balance of fruit and spice, with a long and lingering finish. Notes of vanilla and oak add complexity to the wine's profile.

Julian and Carolann Castagna were running one of Sydney’s most successful film production houses. Julian had worked in the film industry as a Film Director all his working life but had become besotted by fine wine while working in London. Carolann was a Writer.
They decided to plant a vineyard in a place in Australia not yet universally recognised as a major viticultural area but one that Julian believed would be perfect for Syrah. Julian also believed that Italian varieties had great potential in the same place, so Sangiovese was also a possibility. Thus Syrah was planted, and later Sangiovese. 
Un Segreto (Secret in Italian) is a blend of 60% Sangiovese and 40% Syrah. It has and intense nose of blackberries, plums, and dark cherries, with hints of tobacco and earthiness. The flavours are rich and concentrated and include blackberries and blackcurrants, with notes of dark chocolate and spices.

Julian and Carolann Castagna were running one of Sydney’s most successful film production houses. Julian had worked in the film industry as a Film Director all his working life but had become besotted by fine wine while working in London. Carolann was a Writer.

They decided to plant a vineyard in a place in Australia not yet universally recognised as a major viticultural area but one that Julian believed would be perfect for Syrah. Julian also believed that Italian varieties had great potential in the same place, so Sangiovese was also a possibility. Thus Syrah was planted, and later Sangiovese. 

The nose as intense aromas of blackberries, plums, and dark cherries, with hints of violets and dried herbs. Rich and concentrated flavors of black fruits, including blackberries and blackcurrants, with notes of licorice and dark chocolate.

Nose: Intense aromas of blackberries, blueberries, and violets with hints of black pepper and smoked meat.

Taste: Rich and concentrated flavors of dark fruits, including blackberries and plums, accompanied by notes of black olives and dried herbs.

Palate: Full-bodied with a velvety texture and well-integrated tannins. The wine showcases a perfect balance between fruitiness and savory elements, leading to a long and satisfying finish.

Nose: Intense aromas of blackberries, blueberries, and violets with hints of black pepper and smoked meat.

Taste: Rich and concentrated flavors of dark fruits, including blackberries and plums, accompanied by notes of black olives and dried herbs.

Palate: Full-bodied with a velvety texture and well-integrated tannins. The wine showcases a perfect balance between fruitiness and savory elements, leading to a long and satisfying finish.

Nose: Intense aromas of blackberries, plums, and dark cherries, with hints of violets and dried herbs.

Taste: Rich and concentrated flavors of black fruits, including blackberries and blackcurrants, with notes of licorice and dark chocolate.

Palate: Full-bodied and velvety, with well-integrated tannins and a long, lingering finish.

Deep, dark, opaque purple-black color holds well to a vivid purple rim & stains the glass when swirled. The aromas are of concentrated dark-fruit. Concentrated fruit on the palate has a tight graphite nature at its core, but is lifted by good freshness. The tannins are fine, but a little drying. Alcohol seems balanced by the fruit. Lovely, juicy blackcurrant fruit emerges from the graphite on the finish – which has fair length.

The aromas are forward, with notes of dark raspberry, fruit rollup, cedar, tar, dark plum and a whiff of mesquite smoke. The flavors are palate coating, showing depth, intensity and impressive freshness, with tart acidity. There's plenty of tannic structure around it all. It's beautiful. Sean P. Sullivan

Nose: Intense aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and plums, with hints of cedar, tobacco, and vanilla.

Taste: Rich and concentrated flavors of black fruits, including blackberries and blackcurrants, with notes of licorice, dark chocolate, and spices.

Palate: Full-bodied and velvety, with well-integrated tannins and a long, lingering finish.

Nose: Rich caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak.
Taste: Sweet and spicy with notes of brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Palate: Smooth and full-bodied with a long, warming finish.

Ripe dark-fruit, clove and tobacco aromas lead the nose. The structured palate delivers prune, black pepper and espresso alongside tightly wound tannins.

Nose: Rich and malty with notes of toasted rye bread, dark chocolate, and dried fruits.

Taste: Spicy and robust, with flavors of black pepper, cinnamon, and cloves. Subtle sweetness from caramel and vanilla.

Palate: Full-bodied and velvety, with a creamy mouthfeel. Lingering warmth and a hint of smokiness on the finish.

Nose: Rich and fruity with notes of ripe apples, pears, and honey. Subtle hints of vanilla and oak.

Taste: Smooth and creamy with flavors of caramel, toffee, and butterscotch. A touch of spice and a hint of chocolate.

Palate: Full-bodied and well-balanced. The sweetness from the fruit and caramel is complemented by a gentle oakiness. The finish is long and warming, with a lingering sweetness.

Nose: Delicate floral notes, hints of vanilla, and a touch of citrus.

Taste: Smooth and creamy with flavors of honey, caramel, and a subtle spiciness.

Palate: Rich and full-bodied, with notes of ripe fruits, toasted oak, and a gentle smokiness.

This is crisp with a steely edge. From a single vineyard, it is a blend that is dominated by Chardonnay, the wine is tight with a texture that suggests it needs to age in the bottle. There is plenty of fruit but it just needs to soften. Roger Voss

Nose: Aromas of ripe pear, green apple, and citrus zest.
Taste: Flavors of tropical fruits, vanilla, and toasted oak.
Palate: Creamy texture with a balanced acidity and a long, lingering finish.

Nose: Intense aromas of blackberry, cassis, and dark cherry, with hints of cedar, tobacco, and vanilla.

Taste: Rich and full-bodied, with flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and black cherry. Notes of dark chocolate, espresso, and baking spices add complexity.

Palate: Velvety smooth tannins and well-integrated oak. The wine has a long, lingering finish with a touch of graphite and a hint of mint.

This is a luscious wine. Its tannins are cushioned by the ripe plum and prune fruits. That doesn't mean it is likely to develop too quickly, but is ready to take its time, bringing out the opulent character of the wine as well as its structure. Drink from 2028. Roger Voss

Nose: Intense aromas of ripe blackberries, cherries, and plums, with hints of vanilla and spice.

Taste: Rich and full-bodied, with flavors of dark fruits, blackcurrants, and black cherries. Subtle notes of tobacco and leather add complexity.

Palate: Velvety smooth tannins, well-balanced acidity, and a long, lingering finish.

Nose: Intense aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum, with hints of cedar, tobacco, and vanilla.

Taste: Rich and full-bodied, with flavors of ripe black fruits, dark chocolate, and a touch of spice.

Palate: Well-structured with firm tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, lingering finish.

Nose: Rich and aromatic with notes of honey, vanilla, and dried fruits.

Taste: Smooth and well-balanced, with flavors of caramel, toffee, and a hint of spice.

Palate: Creamy and velvety, with a touch of oak and a lingering sweetness.

Nose: Rich and aromatic with notes of honey, vanilla, and dried fruits.

Taste: Smooth and well-balanced, with flavors of caramel, toffee, and a hint of spice.

Palate: Creamy and full-bodied, with a touch of oak and a lingering sweetness.

Nose: Rich and fruity with notes of ripe apples, pears, and juicy plums. A hint of vanilla and honey sweetness.

Taste: Smooth and creamy with flavors of caramel, toffee, and butterscotch. A touch of oak and spice, with a subtle smokiness.

Palate: Full-bodied and well-balanced. The fruitiness continues, with hints of citrus and dried fruits. A gentle warmth and a lingering, slightly sweet finish.

Nose: Aromas of white flowers, citrus zest, and honeydew melon.
Taste: Flavors of ripe pear, apricot, and tropical fruits.
Palate: Rich and creamy texture with a refreshing acidity, leading to a long, lingering finish.

Nose: Aromas of ripe red cherries, blackberries, and hints of violet. Subtle notes of earth and spice.

Taste: Rich and concentrated flavors of dark berries, cherries, and plums. Slight hints of vanilla and oak.

Palate: Well-structured with firm tannins and a balanced acidity. Smooth and velvety texture. Long and lingering finish with a touch of minerality.

Ripe and joyous dark cherry and berry pie aromas leap from the nose of this bottling, but it's the earthy veil of loam, dust and chaparral spice that provides particular depth. The texture is firm and the energy is bright on the palate, where a refreshing acidity drives through black cherry compote, sumac and mace flavors.

Nose: Intense aromas of ripe black cherries, dried figs, and raisins, with hints of tobacco and leather.

Taste: Rich and full-bodied, with flavors of dark chocolate, blackberry jam, and roasted coffee beans.

Palate: Velvety smooth tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, lingering finish of dried fruits and spices.