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      1. Le Prince de Courthézon Côtes du Rhône
        A truly regal, Grenache-rich Rhône red with TWO Golds, and many fans.
        CountryFrance
        Grenache-based blend
        $29.00 RRP
        from $21.99 when you mix 12+
      2. Delatite Estate Riesling
        Always exciting release from top Victorian Riesling producer, Delatite.
        CountryAustralia
        Riesling
        $30.00 RRP
        from $25.99 when you mix 12+
      3. Penna Lane Clare Valley Riesling
        "Wonderfully appealing" (Halliday) Clare Valley Riesling with FOUR Trophies.
        CountryAustralia
        Riesling
        $35.00 RRP
        from $33.99 when you mix 12+
      4. Castillo Labastida Tempranillo Rioja
        Young, silky, raspberry-scented Rioja with delicious fruit appeal, from the lofty Alavesa slopes.
        CountrySpain
        Tempranillo
        $25.00 RRP
        from $16.99 when you mix 12+
      5. Quarisa Enchanted Tree South Australian Shiraz (magnum)
        This BIG 1.5l MAGNUM of SA Shiraz from John Quarisa, with 2 Golds, will indeed enchant you.
        CountryAustralia
        Shiraz
        $40.00 RRP
        from $40.00 when you mix 12+
      6. Risky Business White Knuckle Margaret River Chardonnay
        90pt 'elegant and inviting' (Wine Orbit) Chardonnay from Margaret River.
        CountryAustralia
        Chardonnay
        $25.00 RRP
        from $21.99 when you mix 12+
      7. Only 95 left
        Vinaceous Sirenya Great Southern Pinot Grigio
        Super refreshing Pinot Grigio from the always colourful Vinaceous wines.
        CountryAustralia
        Pinot Grigio
        $22.00 RRP
        from $18.99 when you mix 12+
      8. Lloyd Brothers Adelaide Hills Estate Picpoul
        91pt Adelaide Hills Picpoul 'refreshing & pure', with a saline minerality along with its fresh fruit
        CountryAustralia
        Picpoul
        $26.00 RRP
        from $22.99 when you mix 12+
      9. Only 7 left
        Rowlee Orange Pinot Gris
        Versatile 90pt Pinot Gris "with good intensity and precision" (Halliday)
        CountryAustralia
        Pinot Gris
        $30.00 RRP
        from $27.99 when you mix 12+
      10. Miles From Nowhere Best Blocks Margaret River Shiraz
        This Premium Margaret River Shiraz has a Trophy, 6 Golds including a Double and points galore.
        CountryAustralia
        Shiraz
        $30.00 RRP
        from $23.99 when you mix 12+
      11. Alambrado Malbec
        Silky fruit-filled Malbec from Familia Zuccardi, one of Argentina’s finest cellars.
        CountryArgentina
        Malbec
        $32.00 RRP
        $21.99 when you mix 12+
      12. Domaine Dampt Chablis Vieilles Vignes
        Excellent family Domaine – great vintage – an old vine Chablis of finesse and exceptional value.
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        $55.00 RRP
        from $49.99 when you mix 12+
      13. Elderton Estate Barossa Valley Grenache Shiraz Mataro
        This Gold-winning , 93pt GSM is “ … a juicy, vibrant fruit train.” (Halliday)
        CountryAustralia
        Grenache-based blend
        $36.00 RRP
        from $29.99 when you mix 12+
      14. Only 9 left
        Soumah Pinot Noir d'Soumah Yarra Valley
        A savoury, serious Pinot Noir from Yarra Valley's highly regarded Soumah with elegant red fruits.
        CountryAustralia
        Pinot Noir
        $36.00 RRP
        from $31.99 when you mix 12+
      15. Only 57 left
        Permission to Pivot Great Southern Pinot Gris
        Dazzling Great Southern Star from a Rogue Vintner
        CountryAustralia
        Pinot Gris
        $23.00 RRP
        from $19.99 when you mix 12+
      16. Bellarmine Pemberton Shiraz
        94pt Great Value WA Shiraz a “lovely red … wonderfully drinkable. Utter charm” (Halliday).
        CountryAustralia
        Shiraz
        $32.00 RRP
        from $24.99 when you mix 12+
      17. Pikes Traditionale Clare Valley Riesling
        95pt, great Value Clare Riesling classic – a raft of high scores from very reliable Pikes.
        CountryAustralia
        Riesling
        $28.00 RRP
        from $25.99 when you mix 12+
      18. Angullong Orange Verdelho
        Enjoy a tropical taste of Orange with this vibrant Verdelho!
        CountryAustralia
        Verdelho
        $24.00 RRP
        from $17.99 when you mix 12+
      19. Only 8 left
        Rowlee Orange Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot
        An easy-drinking but moreish Cabernet Merlot from the region of Orange.
        CountryAustralia
        Cabernet-based blend
        $35.00 RRP
        from $21.99 when you mix 12+
      20. Terre a Terre Crayeres Vineyard Cabernet Shiraz
        97pt Cabernet Shiraz distinguished Aussie classic blend from Wrattonbully.
        CountryAustralia
        Cabernet Sauvignon
        $50.00 RRP
        from $37.99 when you mix 12+
      21. Redheads Blue Belle Kangaroo Island Shiraz
        A limited parcel of gorgeous Shiraz fruit lies behind this rare RedHeads release.
        CountryAustralia
        Shiraz
        $36.00 RRP
        from $29.99 when you mix 12+
      22. Trimboli Salvatore Trebbiano
        New release! Gorgeous Gold-medal Trebbiano from our good friend Sam Trimboli
        CountryAustralia
        Trebbiano
        $19.00 RRP
        from $11.99 when you mix 12+
      23. Only 6 left
        Zonte's Footstep Love Symbol McLaren Vale Grenache
        “A cracking McLaren Vale Grenache – 93pts(WinePilot from the ever popular Zonte's Footstep.
        CountryAustralia
        Grenache
        $30.00 RRP
        from $21.99 when you mix 12+
      24. Only 29 left
        Maison Dominique Piron Beaujolais-Villages
        Lovely, fruit-filled Beaujolais-Villages full of silky, supple charm from a 400-year-old estate.
        CountryFrance
        Gamay
        $35.00 RRP
        from $29.99 when you mix 12+
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      Wine FAQs

      What is vegetarian wine?

      Although wine is made from fermented grapes, it isn’t always vegetarian-friendly. Although grapes are the main ingredient in wine, animal-based products are often used during the winemaking process to clarify and stabilise the wine, before it is bottled. However, there are alternative products that can be used for this, allowing for the production of vegetarian-friendly wines.


      Why is wine not vegetarian?


      Wine isn’t always vegetarian, and that’s down to the ‘fining’ process. This clarifies wine to remove any impurities or suspended solids that can impact its clarity and stability. Winemakers typically use animal-derived products to do this, and that can make a wine not strictly a vegetarian drink.

      The substances don’t remain in the wine – they are removed along with the particles they help to clear out. Depending on the type of fining agent use, the resulting wine may not be suitable for vegetarians.

      Traditional fining agents can include:

      • Gelatin – derived from animal bones and connective tissues

      • Isinglass – made from fish bladders

      • Egg whites (Albumin) – used particularly in red wines

      • Casein – a protein derived from milk.

      If either of the first two are used, the wine is not vegetarian.

      If any of the above are used, the wine is not vegan.




      What’s the difference between vegan and vegetarian wines?


      Rather than traditional fining agents such as gelatin and isinglass, vegan wines are made using alternative agents.

      These can include:

      • Activated charcoal

      • Silica gel (a form of silicon dioxide)

      • Pea protein

      • Bentonite (a type of clay with strong absorptive properties)

      While a vegetarian diet involves eating plant-based foods and avoiding meat and fish products, some vegetarians eat eggs and milk. Wine can be included in a vegetarian diet as long as the fining agents used are also suitable for vegetarians.

      As fining agents aren’t classified as ingredients and, therefore, are not listed on a wine’s label, you may wish to choose a wine labelled as vegan to be sure of its suitability.




      How do you know if a wine is vegetarian?


      Look for a wine labelled as vegetarian or bearing a vegetarian symbol or logo. Occasionally, wineries may even specify the fining agents they’ve used in their winemaking process online.

      On our website, you can check the information section of the wine description to see if a wine is vegetarian.

      Or you can simply browse the wines on this page.



      Do vegetarian wines taste better?

      How a wine tastes is influenced by many factors, principally the grape variety used, the soil and climate in which grapes are grown, winemaking techniques and how the wine is aged.

      The same is true of vegetarian red wine and white wine.

      Traditional animal-derived fining agents and their vegetarian alternatives are used to clarify and stabilise wine – not to impart flavour. They are used in small amounts and are removed from the wine along with the impurities they clarify.

      Consequently, the choice of fining agent usually has a minimal impact on the taste of the wine.

      Some winemakers choose not to fine or filter their wines at all. These wines might present different flavours compared to conventionally produced wines, but this is related to the overall winemaking philosophy and methods, not specifically whether the wine is vegetarian.




      Is vegetarian wine popular in Australia?

      Vegetarian wine is becoming more popular in Australia as consumers become more aware of the impact their choices have on their health and the environment. This has led to a rise in demand for vegetarian products, including wine. Some people prefer vegetarian wine due to ethical concerns about the use of animal-derived products in the winemaking process.

      Australia’s thriving wine industry has recognised and supported this trend by producing more wines using vegetarian-friendly methods.



      How can I pair vegetarian wine with food?


      No vegetarian dish would be complete without a delicious vegetarian wine to pair with it.

      Pairing vegetarian wines with food follows the same rules as traditional food and wine pairings. Your focus should be on matching the wine’s characteristics with the flavours and textures of the dish. For example, a crisp, zesty Sauvignon Blanc pairs wonderfully with a fresh, crunchy green salad or a tangy goat cheese tart.

      A full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with robust tannins and dark fruit notes would work well with a rich, hearty dish like mushroom and lentil stew or vegetable lasagne. The wine provides a delicious balance to the earthiness of these dishes.

      Finish off your feast with a glass of late-harvest Riesling paired with a slice of apple strudel – the bright acidity and delicate floral notes of a Riesling would beautifully balance the richness of the dessert. Alternatively, try an Aussie Sparkling wine such as The Black Pig Sparkling White or Howard Vineyard Sparkling Pinot Noir Chardonnay with a tropical fruit Pavlova. The effervescence and vibrant fruit flavours can cut through the sweetness of the meringue and fresh fruit.


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