Wine

Wine is one of the most popular alcoholic drinks in the world and comes in a variety of flavours. Whether you're a wine expert or just starting to explore the many options, CellarsMarket has something special for you!
 

Wine is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes. Yeast consumes the sugar in the grapes and converts it to ethanol, carbon dioxide, and heat. Different varieties of grapes and strains of yeasts produce different styles of wine.
 

Wine has been produced for thousands of years. The earliest known production dates back to 6000 BC in Georgia. Today, wine is produced all over the world. Europe is the largest producer of wine, followed by South America and then North America. Over time, wine became more popular and was even used as a form of currency. Today, wine is enjoyed around the world for its unique flavour and texture.
 

There are many different types of wine, including red, white, sparkling, and fortified. Red wine is made from dark-coloured grapes and has a higher concentration of tannins. White wine is made from light-coloured grapes and has a lower concentration of tannins. Sparkling wine is made by adding carbon dioxide to still wine, which makes it fizzy. Fortified wine is made by adding brandy or another distilled alcohol to wine.
 

Wine is often enjoyed with food. It can be used in cooking as well. Red wine is used in many sauces, such as beef bourguignon and coq au vin. White wine is used in fish dishes, such as poached salmon.
 

There are many different wine regions around the world, each with its own climate and soil type that produces unique wines. Here are some of the most famous wine regions and their signature wines.
 

  • Bordeaux, France: Bordeaux is known for its red wines made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. The best Bordeaux wines are complex, with layers of different flavours and aromas.
  • Tuscany, Italy: Tuscany is home to some of the world’s most famous red wines, including Chianti and Super Tuscan wines. These wines are made from Sangiovese and other native Italian grape varieties.
  • Napa Valley, California: Napa Valley is one of the premier wine regions in the United States. The climate is perfect for growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and other grape varieties. The wines produced here are world-renowned for their quality.
  • Mosel, Germany: Mosel is a German wine region known for its white wines made from Riesling grapes. These wines are typically very dry with high acidity levels.

 

Pairing wine with food
 

Wine is the perfect beverage to enjoy with a variety of foods. Not only does wine enhance the flavours of food, but it can also add its own personality to dishes. Here are a couple ideas to get you started pairing wine with your favourite foods.
 

  • Wine and Cheese
  • Wine and Roasted Veggies

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Rich and bright red in color with a dark purple rim, the nose shows rich and concentrated red and blue fruits, dark chocolate, and hints of spice. The palate is plush with excellent structure. Fine, chalky tannins offer length and power while finishing soft, with a full of flavor. This wine is matured in a combination of French and American oak barrels for 15 months. This wine can be enjoyed now, but will also improve with careful cellaring.   Size : 750Ml
Yellow Tail Cabernet Merlot 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13.5% abv Rich and velvety, with notes of lush blackcurrants, berries and subtle spice.
Mud House South Island Pinot Gris 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13.5% abv A pale straw Pinot Gris with aromas of spicy red apple, ripe pear and a hint of ginger. A lively palate with juicy fruit flavours, and warming ginger spice. The vibrant acidity lingers, drawing out to a refreshing finish.
Yalumba Y Series Pinot Grigio 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 12.5% abv Pale straw in colour with green highlights. Aromas of fresh pear juice and white flowers with hints of feijoa and cinnamon stick. Initial flavours of cut pear and apples with jasmine, followed by baked apple and cinnamon on the mid-palate. These generous fruit flavours are complemented by a rich, creamy, lingering finish.
Brown Brothers Moscato Rosé 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 6.5% abv Rose petal and red berry aromas along with freshly crushed grapes and a spicy perfume dominate the nose. A wine of universal appeal, serve well chilled and enjoy while young and vibrant. Colour: The wine has a vibrant strawberry pink hue, giving it a light and delicate appearance. Aroma: Rose petal and red berry aromas along with freshly crushed grapes and a spicy perfume dominate the nose. Palate: These characters follow through to the palate along with a fruitiness that is balanced by acidity and spritz.
Wolf Blass Red Label Chardonnay Pinot Noir 750ml -10%
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750mL @ 12.5% abv Red Label Chardonnay Pinot Noir Premium Cuvée is a rich, refreshing sparkling wine. Pale straw in colour, with aromas of citrus and strawberry, the palate is soft and creamy with a fine, crisp finish.
Hardys Geology McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 14% abv Hardys Geology McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon displays classic varietal notes of blackcurrant, chocolate, mint and dry herbs. Sweet vanillin oak complements the fruit flavours while the tannins and length and structure to the palate. Enjoy now or store carefully for up to 5 years from vintage.
Demuerte White 750mL @ 12.5% abv -10%
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Demuerte White is made from Sauvignon Blanc 80%, Verdejo 20%. Light straw yellow colour, clean and bright the nore shows stonefruit and white flowers, peaches in syrup, nuances of apricot, citrus and tropical fruit. In the mouth a fresh start, light yet unctuous and creamy with body. Good acidity. A long finish with a touch of herbs and white fruit.
Demuerte Classic (Box of Six) -10%
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Each Bottle - 750mL @ 14.5% abv Demuerte Classic is made from Monastrell 50% and Syrah 50%. Red/purple colour with a fine bouquet of red fruits with soft undertones of oak and pastries. Smooth and creamy on the palate.
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19 Crimes Tempranillo 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13% abv TASTING NOTES Colour: Deep red with crimson hues. Nose: Pepper, warm spice, plum and red currants with lifted vanilla aromatics. Palate: Plush and full, with a subtle vanilla sweetness giving rich mouthfeel. The palate is filled with dark fruits with a hint of spice. Medium full bodied red wine
Tempus Two Varietal Prosecco 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 12% abv The Varietal series is designed to add a touch of style to any occasion. Approachable fruit-driven flavours with a structured palate and balanced acidity crafted for everyday drinking. A tightly structured, full flavoured wine with a pleasing bead and vibrant citrus flavours complemented by a well-balanced, long lasting finish.
Tempus Two Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13% abv Sweet dark berry fruit combined with oaky flavours backed up with good acid drive to give good length with integrated tannin finish.Pleasant typically Cabernet nose of mint and leather with subtle oak undertones.
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750mL @ 11.5% abv Sweet and citrusy, bursting with mandarin and orange flavours with a hint of red fruits.
Yellow Tail Sauvignon Blanc 187mL -10%
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187mL @ 11.5% abv Crisp and refreshing, bursting with zingy passionfruit and grapefruit flavours.
Moet & Chandon Limited Edition Gold Brut Imperial NV Magnum 1.5L -10%
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1.5L @ 12% abv Moët & Chandon Impérial is a complete, generous and dynamic Champagne made of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier. Moët Impérial is the House’s iconic Champagne. Created in 1869, it embodies Moët & Chandon’s unique style - a style distinguished by its bright fruitiness, its seductive palate and its elegant maturity.
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750mL @ 18% abv Rich and smooth with a nutty, dry finish.Complex developed aromas showing wood maturation and “flor sherry” characters.Best consumed within one year of opening.
Wolf Blass Red Label Cabernet Merlot 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 14.5% abv Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot combine to create a wine with bright berry and plum aromas supported by subtle oak. The palate displays a juicy fruit finish with approachable fine tannins. Best enjoyed young and fresh with full-flavoured dishes.
Devil's Corner Resolution Pinot Noir 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13.8% abv A full-bodied style of Pinot Noir showing blackberry, sour cherry and hints of cedar from the quality French oak. The wine displays a juicy fruit-driven middle palate with a crisp, savoury texture and fine-grained tannins.A Pinot Noir with this intensity and concentration screams out for quality food accompaniments. Chargrilled lamb cutlets marinated in a chimichurri and served with bok choy. Or why not try it with whole roasted duck, mediterranean vegetables and a deep red wine jus.
19 Crimes Malbec 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 14.5% abv TASTING NOTES Colour: bright red to crimson hues. Nose: violets , red currants and mulberries with lifted vanilla aromatics. Palate: firm and full, with a subtle vanilla sweetness giving a rich mouth feel. The palate is filled with dark cherry fruit, red currants, and chocolate, and the soft tannins provide a lingering finish.
Squealing Pig Pinot Gris (6X750ML) -10%
Squealing Pig Pinot Gris (6X750ML)
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EACH: 750mL @ 13.5% abv This little pig from Marlborough is intensely aromatic on the nose and tastes so good it'll make you squeal full and luscious on the palate. Think aromas of ripe stone fruits, ginger and juicy ripe pear with a touch of sweetness on the finish.
Hardys VR Rose 1L -10%
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1L @ 13% abv Light strawberry blush in colour with sweet berry flavours. Lifted strawberries on the nose, with hints of pink rose petal aroma and cherry. Fresh cut strawberries with cherry mid palate and a luscious finish. Delicate and refreshing with a crisp satisfying finish. This is an attractive rosé and a great one for the summer.
Yellow Tail Prosecco 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 11% abv Zesty and citrusy, with hints of nashi pear and tropical fruit.
Purple Reign Classic White Blend (Purple Wine) 750Ml -10%
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The world’s first purple wine! Purple Reign is a blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc grape varietals sourced from the pristine wine regions in Australia. Infused with organic natural botanicals to minimise the use of sulphites and to create a unique new colour and vibrancy, this lush new wine exhibits a hint of grass and a touch of minerals. The palate shows a textural mouth feel which lingers to a refreshing earthy finish with a subtle flinty flourish. Fine textured with a perfect balance of natural acidity and freshness, complimented by a pleasing dry finish. This low sulphite wine is for immediate enjoyment and is drinking...
Purple Reign Semi-Sweet Blend 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 11% abv Purple Reign Semi-Sweet is a special blend of white grape varietals selected from some of Australia's best growing regions. This fruit driven wine product is infused with natural botanicals to minimise the use of sulphites in the wine making process and to create a unique new colour and vibrancy. The nose is soft and floral with a hint of lychee aroma, while the palate displays peach, apricot and nectar flavours with a smooth semi-sweet finish.
Ardbeg Monsters of Smoke Limited Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky Gift Pack (3x200mL) -10%
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Containing a 200mL bottle each of Ardbeg's iconic smoky single-malt whiskies, the Monsters of Smoke trio unleashes flavour in a big way. Each collectable bottle is decorated with a unique artwork hiding beneath the label. Peel to reveal yours. Includes the flagship Ardbeg Ten Years Old, the feisty and youthful Ardbeg Five Years Old Wee Beastie and Ardbeg An Oa, an incredibly complex Islay scotch finished in three different types of cask.
St Hallett Faith Shiraz 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 14.7% abv Vibrant dark cherry fruit character with a hint of chocolate and lashings of spice.Black cherries and dark fruits intermingle with pepper and spice notes which flow seamlessly across the soft luscious palate and the finish is highlighted by a fine coating tannin.
Yellow Tail Cabernet Sauvignon 187mL -10%
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187mL @ 13.5% abv Classic and velvety, with notes of juicy blackcurrants, sweet mocha and spice.
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This Collection Includes: Purple Reign Classic White Wine (Purple Wine) 750mL @ 12% abv x 1 Purple Reign Premium Brut NV 750mL @ 12% abv x 1 Free Reign Shiraz 750mL @ 14.5% abv x 1
Free Reign Shiraz (6X750ML) -10%
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6 X (750mL @ 14.5% abv) Free Reign is a well-balanced preservative free Shiraz with characters of ripe blackberry fruit, soft plum, fine tannins and subtle French oak. The fruit is sourced from one of Australia's oldest certified organic vineyards, open fermented and gently crushed with malolactic finish. This smooth red wine is embellished with organic plant-based antioxidants and natural anthocyanins to replace the use of sulphites in the wine making process
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Glenmorangie Scotch Whisky Taster Pack (4X100ML) -10%
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Containing a 100mL bottle each of Glenmorangie's core expression single malt whiskies. The original Glenmorangie 10 year old was released more than 175 years ago by our founders. It's famous for its mellow tones and delicacy of flavour. The Lasanta 12 years old has been matured it in bourbon and sherry casks, transforming it into a mouth-watering odyssey bursting with rich spiciness and sun-drenched sweetness. The Quinta Ruban 14 years old has been matured in port casks. It has incredible flavour combinations. Walnut and black pepper. Mandarin orange and melted marshmallow. Glenmorangie Nectar d’Or is like sending your senses on...
The Aromantiques Pinot Gris 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 12.5% abv The Aromantiques Pinot Gris has delightful aromas of fresh honeysuckle, green pear and honeydew melon. This is a sophisticated and vibrant drop.
Yellow Tail Big Bold Red 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13.5% abv Big and bold, jammed with lush dark fruits, spice and a touch of vanilla.
Penfolds Bin 704 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Gift Box 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 14.5% abv Being mindful of varietal nuances, regional essence and silk-like textural definition, the wine is nurtured in French barriques for maturation. Impressive is the cyclical nature of viticulture and winemaking, and Penfolds recognises that different hemispheres often end up being the mirror image of the other. The name Bin 704 draws inspiration from the “mirror” or “reverse” image of its Australian Bin 407 stablemate, a wine which also respects varietal expression.
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Chandon Garden Spritz 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 12.5% abv Ready to serve, just add ice and orange. Garden Spritz is the blend of an exceptional sparkling wine and a unique bitters recipe crafted with navel and blood oranges macerated with dry or dried orange peels, herbs and spices carefully selected from the finest terroirs in the world. We bring nature to the world of spritz. No artificial flavours and no artificial colorants are used at any stage in its production. Our orange bitters are crafted using natural ingredients, making Garden Spritz simply and naturally delicious.
Taylors St. Andrews Shiraz 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 14.5% abv The wine has concentrated layers of violets, liquorice, chocolate, cinnamon, coffee, mocha and creamy vanillin aromas. Very rich and reminiscent of liquor cherries in rum & raisin ice cream.The wine is rich and complex with layers of flavour and a creamy, mouth filling texture. Dark berry fruits combine with mocha and vanilla spice flavours from high quality oak. The fruit and oak weight create a multidimensional palate balanced by good zesty acidity bringing freshness and great length of flavour. This is a very elegant wine with textural complexity and long, persistent flavours.All of the fruit for this wine was...
Taylors Taylor Made Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13.5% abv This Chardonnay is crisp and delightful, with white peach and flavours, seductive mineral undertones and a long satisfying finish from quality French Oak maturation.
Calappiano 18 Carat Prosecco DOC Brut NV (6X750ML) -10%
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Each Bottle: 750mL @ 11% abv A sublime sparkling wine, produced according to the rules of the Charmat Method. Amazingly fruity, pleasantly refreshing and superbly lively on the palate. It has a perfectly balanced texture and a creamy perlage.
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Jacobs Creek Classic Moscato (Box of Six) -10%
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Box of Six / ABV8%-14.5%/ Size:750mL Our Moscato wines are created with a hint of spritz and a sense of fun and vitality, bursting with sweet tropical fruits. TASTING NOTES AROMA AND PALATE Heady floral aromas, complemented by ripe tropical fruits. Sweet tropical fruits and flavors of sherbet and musk are balanced by crisp citrus notes. ENJOY WITH Spicy seafood dishes but also perfect with fruit salad for a light dessert. Also ideal as a summer aperitif.
Wolf Blass Yellow Label Moscato 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 5.5% abv A refreshing, crisp and lightly Spritzed Moscato with notes of citrus, florals and musk. The palate is sweet, lush and mouthfilling with a soft fruitiness and perfectly balanced acidity. Ideally served chilled and enjoyed while young and vibrant.
Gordon Ramsay Elegante Rosato 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 12.5% abv Pale pink in colour with fresh cherry aromas, this wine has a fragrant floral palate with an elegant finish. This rosé wine is crafted to perfection, ensuring that every sip takes you on a flavourful journey. Multi-Michelin starred chef, Gordon Ramsay, has opened a string of successful restaurants across the globe. Selecting the wines to match his menus is as important to Gordon as perfecting the dishes themselves. He has worked in partnership with renowned Italian winemaker, Alberto Antonini to source these unique blends. This contemporary range of Italian table wines from some of the country’s best wine growing...
Penfolds Bin 600 California Cabernet Shiraz 2019 Gift Box 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 14.5% abv Bin 600 is intrinsically linked to Penfolds beginning in California, a narrative that now spans three decades. In 1998, Penfolds imported a heritage selection of vine cuttings from South Australia’s esteemed Kalimna and Magill Estate vineyards and planted them in Californian soil.
Taylors Promised Land Chardonnay 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 13% abv The tropical fruit flavours of pure chardonnay without the influence of oak. The palate is silky and the finish is clean and refreshing.
McGuigan Black Label Red 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 12.5% abv Deep cherry red in color, the McGuigan Black Label Red delivers intense aromas of cherry and blackcurrant with notes of spicy oak. The palate is smooth and displays sweet ripe berries and cherries, with good length and complexity.
G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge Twin Flute Gift Pack 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 12% abv + 2 Flute Glasses Mumm Brut Cordon Rouge embodies the character and complexity of Pinot Noir, the House's signature grape variety. Produced from a subtle blend of over 110 crus, this iconic cuvee offers a harmonious combination of vivacity and intensity. Since 1827, Maison Mumm has been dedicated to the traditional champagne-making process. The House lives and breathes the motto of its founder, Georges Hermann Mumm: 'Only the Best'.
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Wolf Blass Yellow Label Riesling 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 11.5% abv Attractive citrus & floral notes abound on the nose. An elegant wine on the palate with lemon/lime & green apple notes. The finish is fresh & zippy, creating a refreshing wine.
McGuigan Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 12.5% abv Our Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits aromas of lifted spiced fruit, plum, and blueberry with layers of chocolate and sweet spice. Soft and elegant with spiced fruit characters, generous weight, and good length of flavour with a sweet oak finish
Wynns Black Label Shiraz (Old Wines 2019) 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 14% abv Pristine berry fruits dominate the nose. Initially, the reds fruits are apparent - cranberries and redcurrants but then there is darker fruit more blackcurrant.A classic medium-bodied Shiraz palate. Crunchy dark berries with black pepper and some sweeter cinnamon notes. The 2019 has a lovely texture - fine tannin with lively acidity.
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750mL @ 13% abv Sourced from hidden vineyards in the Awatere Valley, this little pig is packed with passionfruit and herbaceous aromas on the nose. On the palate, it’s all about that bass crisp, citrus flavours with a long finish. Best to drink quick sticks when young and fresh.
Hardys Nottage Hill Pinot Grigio 750mL -10%
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750mL @ 11.3% abv
Squealing Pig Tempranillo 750mL -10%
Squealing Pig Tempranillo 750mL
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750mL @ 14.5% abv Only the best select grapes from Central Otago and Marlborough went into this ripsnorter wine, with a palate bursting with maraschino cherry and blackcurrant flavours, framed by toasty oak. Layers of delicate tannin create an opulent texture that flows to a lingering finish.