VIEWS ON THE VINE

INNOCENT BYSTANDER 2016 MOSCATO

The winery calls it their “pink princess” owing to the popularity of this sweet-drinking moscato. It’s a beauty and even those who have shunned this variety in the past will agree. Most wine shops.

FOOD: Desserts or pre-dinner RATING: 94/100

RRP: $20.00

BROWN BROTHERS SPARKLING BRUT ROSÉ

A refined new release from one of the country’s leading winemakers. It sits perfectly on the flavour chart. An enjoyable newcomer making its way to popular wine shops.

FOOD: Let this set your taste buds tingling before dinner

RATING: 93/100

RRP: $26.99

INNOCENT BYSTANDER PROSECCO

The change of batons at this winery has meant a new take on one of their more popular wines. Clean and crisp and ideal with a cheese platter at the end of a good dinner or even before. Good wine shops. FOOD: Cheese platter RATING: 91/100

RRP: $20.00

BROWN BROTHERS 2017 1889 DRY ROSÉ

A more than interesting blend of three grape varieties. It adds to a complex flavoursome wine that must be served chilled. Rosé lovers should try this. Most wine shops.

FOOD: Ham steaks with pineapple

RATING: 92/100

RRP: $18.80