Mostly Sangiovese with a healthy blend of Shiraz. It’s Italian lover meets Australian romantic bottled, so the pour is super vibrant but there’s some dusty tannin, dark cherry and earthy, sooty depth. Nine months in French oak plays like a good ironing, so smooth-wine-lovers should take a couple.

Intrepidus Sangiovese Shiraz 2023

It might be called Summit but this beer is far from an uphill climb! Ha! Nailed it. On to more important things, this is a deliciously crisp and easy drinking XPA from Capital Brewing, bursting with tropical fruit notes and coming in at a very agreeable 3.5% ABV. (375ml) 3.5% ABV