CHILLED REDS AND PINKS

1 2019 Mada Syrah Nouveau, Murrumbateman, NSW, $30

There’s nothing more Australian than a glass of shiraz (well, apart from maybe a sausage sizzle...) but Hamish Young has put a modern spin on this classic Aussie variety with his syrah nouveau that’s bright, vibrant and bursting with flavour. madawines.com.au

2 2020 Meadowbank Gamay, Derwent Valley, Tas, $45

The master of Tasmanian fruit, Peter Dredge, takes this variety out for a spin using vines planted in 1987. This gamay is everything you want in a chilled red, irresistibly juicy with a vibrancy that’s electric – perfect for warm summer nights. meadowbank.com.au

3 2019 Patrick Sullivan Rain Field Blend, Gippsland, Vic, $52

Patrick Sullivan’s wines have always been about precision and purity and his newest range shows a depth and complexity rarely seen in field blends. The bright cherries and raspberries of cabernet franc meet pinot gris, and soft tannins that call for an “I’m too tired to cook tonight” pizza. drnks.com

4 2019 Si Vintners Sophie Rosé, Margaret River, WA, $49

Made from organically-farmed pinot noir grapes that remain on their skins during fermentation, this wine delivers serious texture and structure. If you’re tired of watery rosé wines that fade into the background, this is the one for you. sivintners.com

5 2019 Maison Saint Aix Rosé, Provence, France, $62 for 1.5L

When you want a classic, dry rosé head straight to the specialists in Provence. The large magnum format makes it the perfect entertaining wine – just add a platter of cured meats and your favourite cheeses for lazy afternoon drinks. kentstreetcellars.com.au