2022 was a cracking year for Verdelho in the Hunter Valley, so the fact that Boydells have made this sparkling says a lot about how high they regard this wine. A party pleaser!Pale and bright. Clean aromas of citrus, pineapple and stonefruit. Refreshing lemon and lime fruit entry with underlying peach and tropical fruit, silken texture, creamy mousse and a touch of sweetness balanced by mouth-watering acidity.

Sparkling shiraz is as Australian as anything, and one of the best value is from Seppelt, with the current vintage drinking superbly. Surprisingly soft and plump with ripe and giving tannins; while it's dry, there's some sweet fruit sensation on the palate that helps with dishes that have heat spikes and spice, especially Indian. Lots of plum fruit, spice and earthy notes, too, with fine acid and the fizz hit offers a refreshing lift.

Classic lemon and lime zestiness balanced by fleshier citrus fruit on the palate. Elegant, fresh finish.

An appealing Sparkling, crafted from a blend of Semillon and Chardonnay from Bimbadgen's vineyards in the Upper Hunter, that's perfect with fresh seafood.Pale and bright. White peach, pear and green apple aromas. Super-dry with a tight core of lemon, lime and grapefruit, tightly-wound acidity, creamy mousse and a zippy finish. A lovely aperitif style Sparkling with appealing freshness.

In the glass: Vibrant deep purple. On the nose: Blackberry, black cherry, plum, pepper and earth.On the palate: An elegant Gold medal winner with a velvety mouthfeel, intense and juicy layers of black fruits and peppery spice with seasoned oak and fine tannins.

It's a bit of a mouthful to pronounce, but this stunning Hunter Valley Chardonnay has subtle aromas of vanillin oak and melon, with a hint of green pear. A rich fruit palate combines with the creamy texture from time in French oak, finishing with lingering peach flavours. A perfect example of modern Hunter Chardonnay.

Bright, deep colour with a good tint of purple; reserved and shy bouquet with hints of blackberry, the palate medium-full bodied and elegantly weighted, with fine and understated tannins, pleasing flavour and balance on the aftertaste where it has line and length. A serious shiraz from a top vintage that impresses the more you sip it.