What's any special occasion without Bleasdale? Effusive and generous, Bleasdale's effervescent red gives so much more. A richly flavoured sparkler, the poly vintage Bleasdale is assembled from barrels of maturing Shiraz across several years, topped up with liqueur de tirage and treated to a secondary ferment in own bottle. An evocative palate and nose, fruits steeped in liqueur, mint and ribena, supported by a length of luscious coconut/ carob oak and toothsome, cherry ripe tannins.

$2599each $311DOZEN EACH DOZEN The historic Bleasdale cellars, constructed from eucalyptus beams and limestone blocks, house a massive red gum lever press, which fifth generation winemaker Michael Potts still uses once a year to make a very limited release wine. While the Bleasdale wineworks are steeped in tradition and local folklore, the estate has installed the latest technology, still maintaining the founding philosophy of producing honest, consistent and reliable wines. From time to time, the Bleasdale team draw on stocks of maturing wines with the requisite qualities to construct a luscious Sparkling Shiraz. The complete course of methode traditionelle is followed by a term of bottle age beneath the Bleasdale cellars.

Dark purple red, a persistent mousse. Complex cherry liqueur perfume, maraschino and chocolate torte, rancio, cocoa oak and pepper notes. Rich bramble berries on the highly textural palate, red fruits, cherries and vibrantly spiced plum, chocolatety oak and supple tannins lead to a long, memorable finish. A suoerb aperitif wine, easily matched with seasoned kebabs, duckling and pork or chocolate desserts.

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Bleasdale was established in 1850, classified by the National Trust and listed on the State National Heritage Registers. Fully conversant with the soils, the microclimates and the cycle of flooding which nourishes the unique terroir of the estate's vineyards, fifth generation winemaker Michael Potts cultivates the old Grenache and Verdelho vines destined for inclusion into the Wise Old Tawny. A smooth rich Port wine full of rancio and nutty flavours obtained through a slow maturation over many years under small oak casks. It's all about the history and moreish Tawny rancio richness.

$2499each $299DOZEN EACH DOZEN Assembled from a reserve of barrel aged wines from various vintages, Wise Old Tawny is a mostly Grenache fortified wine with smaller components of Shiraz, Red Frontignac and Verdelho, in roughly equal measure. The historic cellars where the wine is aged were originally constructed with redgum members and limestone blocks. Today the cellar still houses a massive redgum lever press which fifth generation winemaker, Michael Potts uses to make his small batch wines. Though steeped in history, Bleasdale has installed the latest winemaking technology to retain the best qualities of matured reserve wines, whilst delivering to the connoisseur an authentic Fine Old Tawny of consistency and value. Alcohol 18.5%

Red nut brown colour. Appealing bouquets of plum and ginger, sticky figs and ripe date puddings, smokey peat and fine spirit. On the palate lie characters of treacle and walnut, marmalade, beef suet and orange rind, notes of unslated roast nuts and sweet black cherries, strawberry and hints of maple. The wine is deep and rich, the alcohol soothing and suitably attired, flavoursome and beautifully focused, the tannins whisper past with a sigh of relief at being unnoticed.

The production of Methode traditionelle has been an essential part of the winemaking at Blue Pyrenees for many years, the original raison d'être. Established 1963 by the Champagne houses of Charles Heidsieck and Krug, an adherence to the transcendent French influence of the founders is central. In 1992, the Blue Pyrenees team decided to experiment with hand picking their fruit, under floodlights, in the middle of the night. The results were amazing, a most memorable vintage of outstanding quality, Midnight Cuvée was born.

$3399each $407DOZEN EACH DOZEN Although hand picked fruit is often most desirable for the production of premium quality juices, day time temperatures in Australia can mean that the grapes will often be quite warm when received into the press after a day's picking. Nowadays the Blue Pyrenees team select the best fruit parcels, whilst still on the vine, to be separated out from the rest and picked at night by hand to generate the juices which will become Midnight Cuvee. Although very laborious and time consuming, the rewards are evident in the glass. Midnight Cuvée is made entirely from estate grown fruit, predominantly Chardonnay for elegance and refinement, with a touch of Pinot Noir. Alcohol 12.5%

Brilliant pale straw hues, a fine gentle bead. The aroma is delicate and complex, yeast autolysis characters of freshly baked bread complimented by citrus fruits and hazelnut. The bright, green apple flavoured palate exhibits a fine acid backbone which enhances the fresh doughy yeast notes and fine refreshing effervescence. A wine of great elegance, balance and finesse, a long and clean, lingering finish.

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La Grande Annee is the prestige vintage Cuvee of Bollinger, a beautifully rounded wine, rich and complex with an intense palate and compelling aromas. Only ever produced when harvests of the most exceptional quality are realized, La Grande Annee is the embodiement of Champagne. The ultimate indulgence from a great vintage year, the achievement of superior old vines fruit, treated to a regimen of artisanal vinification techniques, before a term of patient elevage and remuage under the ancient Bollinger chalk cellars.

$32299each $3875DOZEN EACH DOZEN An exclusive assemblage of Grands Crus and Premiers Crus, the first fermentation of La Grande Annee is always carried out in oak barrel, a process unique to the winemaking traditions of Champagne. Bollinger makes use of well seasoned, prior use barrels, five years of age and more, to avoid any obvious new oak influence or unwanted tannins. La Grande Annee ages under the Bollinger cellars for at least six years. After a manual disgorgement, La Grande Annee is treated to a small liqueur dosage of 7 g/L to 9 g/L, before resting a minimum of three months prior to release. This short respite permits the wine to digest it's liqueur d'expedition and recover perfect balance.

Shimmering golden hue, the finest bead and most delicate effervescence, its delicate blush and old gold hue are a sign of maturity. Bouquet shows creamy oak barrel, toasted bread and brandied fruit, notes of exotic spice, rhubarb and stone fruit. A palate of remarkable structure and length, magically retaining its freshness. To accompany fine consommé, the freshest fish and ripest fromage Comté.

Ay and Verzenay for Pinot Noir. Avize, Chouilly and Mesnil-sur-Oger for Chardonnay. 95% Grands Cru, 5% Premier, 5% Cote aux Enfants. Bollinger have never compromised their traditions, demanding nothing but the elite of Grands and Premiers Crus. A strict selection of harvest, the extended cellar ageing, manual riddling and disgorgement. Pinot Noir dominates the Cepage, it defines La Grande Annee Rose and contributes vinosity, masculinity, complexity and strength. Pinot Meunier imparts freshness, elegance and finesse.

$41699each $5003DOZEN EACH DOZEN Madame Bollinger agreed to the release of a Rose under her name, only if it would be the most superlative pink wine in all Champagne. The unique accord between a great vintage Champagne and a superior parcel of red wine from a single, exceptional block of Pinot Noir, the illustrious Cote aux Enfants. To produce a red wine of such high quality within the Champagne region is a challenge, true Bollinger.

Salmon mousse, orange hues. Fresh bread bouquets, gingerbread and cinnamon, oak floral notes. Flower blossom and citrus zests to the palate, red currant, cerise et frais de bois. La Grande Année Rosé enhances and complements the finest gourmandise, a powerful and complex Champagne to accompany all occasions of haute cuisine.

Madame Bollinger sanctioned Récemment Dégorgé for inaugural vintage 1967, affording true aficianados the opportunity to savour the excellence of Bollinger after being infused with the richness of six years bottle age on yeast lees. Dominated slightly by a larger proportion of Aÿ and Verzenay, Bouzy and Tauxières Pinot Noir, the ancient Crus of Cramant and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger and Cuis for Chardonnay. Treated to the extravagance of barrel ferments and minimal Extra Brut Doseage of three grams per liter, RD is James Bond’s favourite Champagne.

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Golden hues, refined perlage. Bouquets of ripe orchard fruits, particularly quince, boulangere and honey biscuit notes, roasted notes, cocoa and cashew, nutmeg and star anise. Full bodied palate, powerful but balanced and controlled, a persistence of creamy baked characters, nougat and Nice, lingering mineral finish, apple flan, parfait and Crème de citron.

It is a well kept secret among cohorts, that Bollinger make magnificent red wines, such as the legendary Cote aux Enfants du Aÿ. Bollinger are one of the very few Maisons de Champagne to make use of oak barrel ferments, enriching the palate length and enhancing depth of flavour. An extended term of bottle age on lees, makes a marvelous contribution to the aromaticness and textural complexity. The pick of Pinot Noir from the prestigious Poirier Saint-Pierre and Montboeuf blocks in Verzenay, make an essential inclusion to Bollinger Brut Rosé.

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Intense bronze hues. Frais de bois and cerise, the noble red fruits of Champagne, red currants, bakery and spice. A palate dominated by the structure of Pinot Noir, morello and red apples, an exquisitely effervescent Rosé of amazing length and vivacity, a personable tannin finish of unsweetened liquorice, cherries and cassis.

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Special Cuvee stands as one of the most distinguished entry level Champagnes. Family owned and run, Bollinger is dedicated to producing a consistent and distinctive style. To reinforce this commitment, Bollinger launched it's own Charter of Ethics and Quality which guarantees the continuity of style and refinement. Grapes for Special Cuvee are sourced from thirty Crus, approximately 75% of which are estate vineyards. Dry and assertive, powerful and fine, Special Cuvee remains consistently a pure expression of fine Champagne.

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An immensely fine bead, amber gold hues. There is richnes and unparalleled complexity to the bouquet, peaches and praline, butter and almonds. Intricate balance to the palate, the distinct chalkiness of Champagne is set against the alchemy of fruit compote flavours, refreshingly acidic, apricot and tropical fruit, butter and semolina cake. The flavours are many, aromas are authentic and exciting, the palate never breaks, a superb Champagne of immense personality.