Les Allees Du Vignoble Chablis Chadstone
Semi translucent red to dark red colour with black toned edges and a light crimson red hue. Seductive violet, red cherry and strawberry aromas carry a perfumed like intensity out of the glass followed by fresh herb, forest floor and spicy cedar notes. Delicious red to dark cherry and strawberry fruits are both vibrant and juicy with notions of vanillin cedar, forest floor and spicy dried herbs lying underneath.
“Sure, but in the context of a snapshot of a region that shows wines that people mostly want to drink, then that’s a pretty good result. If you want profound wines, you have to be deeply invested in regenerative agriculture, otherwise those wines won’t exist. It’s early days for Mosele, but he is excited by the prospect of what those deep-rooted vines might express about his site, which is situated on the east side of the Peninsula bindi block 5 pinot noir 2021 in Balnarring. McIntyre had already devoted half his 2-hectare vineyard to chardonnay, with 160 pinot vines “just in case”, while cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc and merlot made up the rest. The figures that Crittenden and McIntyre were relying on had been harvested from a hot, built-up area, and were a poor reflection of the prevailing conditions across much of the Peninsula.
Wine More Cellars is proud to bring to you our single-session masterclass events. These are offered regularly throughout the year offering customers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enjoy several bottles of elite wine in the company of appreciative people and educator in a great venue. Lemony-fresh acidity and a slight saline quality add to the refreshment factor. Dan Buckle is the chief winemaker at Yarra Valley’s Chandon, as well as running his own Circe brand, which is based on Hilcrest Road, near Paringa Estate. His roots are in the Mornington Peninsula, having grown up the family vineyard there and having helped his father plant the first vines at Chandon as a teenager in 1986. Stints at Coldstream Hills under James Halliday, as well as working in France led him to Yering Station, then a celebrated stint at Mount Langi Ghiran, before settling at what was then Domaine Chandon in 2012.
The name Maressa (from the Latin "maris" meaning "of the sea"), is a nod to the noble maritime history of the Port Phillip Bay area. The wine is quite focused with fresh fruit and persistent acidity driving the palate. The earthiness is reminiscent of previous vintages, a characteristic that we now regard as a hallmark of this Burn Cottage site. The 2021 vintage brought lower than average yields and cooler conditions throughout the growing season. Fruit quality was excellent with small bunches and berries providing superb concentration of flavours, fine supple tannins and good acid balance. During a career researching and teaching neuroscience at Monash University, Nadeson founded Lethbridge Estate with his partner Maree Collis.
Montalto Pinot Noir - a benchmark Mornington Peninsula style; red-fruited, supple, beautifully balanced. Thoughtful and evocative, the Two Paddocks 2024 shows exotic wild herb, red brick and shist derived aromatics. This drives the entry into an enveloping rich, warm, succulent and elegant mouthfeel. The wine is tightly packed and complete, showing tactile finesse and persistence whilst also delivering generosity and enjoyment in its youth. We are committed to supporting independent wine producers who pour their hearts and soul into every bottle.
Black countered that recent vintages would likely play a part in that, and several of the wines were likely made to be consumed more readily – that even though there was a decently sized selection, it was still a limited survey. It’s an opportunity to collaborate with some exceptional vineyards and people across the state and produce wines that connect with our philosophy of making wine from the ground up. All of our decisions are focused on how we can do things better in order to minimise our impact on the environment.
Due to the warmer season, the palate delivers delicious dark fruits and savoury flavours which are complemented by fine-grained tannins. This wine was aged in a blend of new and seasoned French oak barriques for 10 months. Bright and aromatic, the nose delivers raspberry, strawberry and red cherry with savoury spice notes.
Aromas of spiced rhubarb, juicy red cherries, Asian five spice and vanilla mingle with earthy notes and the distinct fruity spice notes of sassafras forest. It develops with spices from the whole bunch inclusion and French oak barrels. The palate is elegantly structured, offering a harmonious interplay of vibrant acidity and silky tannins. Mid-palate, the wine reveals layers of cranberry and pomegranate, complemented by a whisper of earthy minerality.
The 2024 release is more about the earthiness and bramble reflective of the majority of the fruit coming from Little Creek and Basket Range, but it still sits comfortably in our usual house style - a dance of aromatics and tannin. FINEPINOT supports the Responsible Service of AlcoholNo Alcohol can be sold or supplied to anyone under 18. Under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 it is an offence to supply alcohol to a person under the age of 18 years. The penalty exceeds $6,000.It is an offence for a person under the age of 18 years to purchase or receive liquor.
Mansons Farm Pinot Noir is hand crafted in very limited quantities. Our 2016 is medium ruby red in colour with a bouquet of black cherry, savoury brown spice, and notes of baronial flower. On the palate, a dense, dark berry entry and hints of spice are supported by an elegant tannin structure. Dark cherry and spice aromas integrate nicely with a hint of forest floor (sous bois).
By choosing Secret Bottle, you are not only expanding your wine collection; you are directly contributing to the sustainability and success of these talented artisans. We believe in fostering long-term partnerships with our featured winemakers, enabling them to continue crafting exceptional wines for years to come. Explore the finest selection of wines the world has to offer at Wine More Cellars. From rare vintages to new discoveries, we have something for every palate to complement any occasion. Let our exclusively curated selection be a part of your wine appreciation journey. A limited-edition range of fashion-inspired bowling attire and a designated shoe-shine station is on offer so visitors can bowl in style at Chadstone.
Ten percent whole bunch inclusion with maturation taking place in French oak for a period of 9 months. Semi translucent red core with black toned edges and a light red hue. Wonderfully perfumed the nose sees aromas of violets, red cherries and strawberries sailing through the olfactory senses with hints of dried herbs, forest floor and spicy cedar also evident. Light, fresh and supple in its feel the palate is decorated with red cherry, rhubarb, bramble, forest floor, dried herb and spicy cedar flavours. Very polished tannins and bright acidity with a seamless red fruited conclusion.
By day, enjoy long lunches in an open-air atmosphere, soak in city views from the sunlit terrace, or relish playful moments designed to delight all ages. As evening falls, the energy shifts – cocktails are poured, flavours from around the world come alive and we dial up the volume on fun. Savour exquisite wines from renowned vineyards around the globe with our carefully curated selection. Crafted with dedication and sourced from prestigious wineries, our collection invites you on a sensory voyage through the diverse spectrum of flavors and traditions that epitomise the art of winemaking. From the robust richness of Barossa Valley Shiraz to the delicate allure of Champagne, each bottle narrates a captivating tale of expertise and legacy. William Downie has become somewhat of a legendary winemaking figure over the last decade or so, with a specialty in pinot noir.
“As opposed to other Victorian pinot regions, the defining thing is that we’ve got three bodies of water around us,” says Garagiste’s Barnaby Flanders, who has worked in the region for two decades, including at Moorooduc Estate. Like many youthful Australian wine regions, that exploration of site differences and mapping out areas of similarity to identify subregions is a critical one. Also like many regions, the borders employ existing political boundaries, with the edges blurring together, even if the generalities hold true.