SPRING RELEASES

The start of spring means a raft of new releases, with this mix of wines particularly well suited to the warmer weather and seasonal foods.

2018 PURPLE HANDS COLOURS OF THE SOUTH BAROSSA VALLEY ROSSO

Barossa Valley, South Australia

$28

This wine is a vibrant colour, with aromas of cherry, rose, herbs, orange skin and sweet spice resembling red-wine based vermouth. It has a juicy, lively palate with characteristically fine Italian tannins and natural acid. We are so excited to finally release this wine after years of planning, and are pleased to be able to share this unique Barossa blend of montepulciano, negroamaro and aglianico. purplehandswines.com.au

2019 TAHBILK GRENACHE MOURVEDRE ROSÉ

Nagambie Lakes, Victoria

$21.50

The fruit is picked early to retain freshness and delicacy, with the grapes crushed and pressed with as little oxygen contact as possible to preserve the fresh fruit characters. This is a dry and savoury rosé of easy appeal, showing aromatic musk, spice and rose blossom hints. It has a lively and textural palate of vibrant red berry fruits and savoury nuances. tahbilk.com.au

2019 O’LEARY WALKER POLISH HILL RIVER RIESLING

Clare Valley, South Australia

$28

Organically grown and made since

2010, this vintage typifies a Polish Hill

River riesling. Winemaker David O’Leary loves the bath powder and chalky notes of great rieslings, and this Polish Hill has exactly that. Fine yet powerful fruit characters meet a delicate minerality, balanced beautifully by crisp natural acidity. It’s a perfect drop for spring events. olearywalkerwines.com

2019 TAR & ROSES PINOT GRIGIO

Central Victoria & King Valley, Victoria $22

Pinot grigio is such a versatile, attractive go-to white wine. Aromatic and mouthfilling, it can be enjoyed on its own or with food. Our 2019 is no different. Lifted pears and two fruits on the nose, it is medium bodied with a slight oily character, yet finishes crisp and clean. tarandroses.com.au