Picture juicy oranges and ripe grapefruits rolling over salt plains and a gigantic thumb of ginger stuck somewhere because it can’t roll. They call it scallop so sauté away, but feel free to skip the effort and take it BYOing – Thai anyone?

Pool Wines Scallop Vermentino 2024

If you’re a fan of Momento Mori’s Fistful of Flowers, you’re going to love this. And if you haven’t had the pleasure (yet!), you’re still going to love this. Soft notes of canteloupe, ripe mango and mandarin oil meet a pinch of sandalwood like spice and an oxidative richness in the glass. Delicious.

Curl Curl Vermentino 2023

If she starts going on about her favourite Sparkling, which was the one she requested, just focus on the gentle sounds of the heavenly bubbles popping in your glass and know that there’s more for you. Tastes like lemon sorbet, but with an almost creamy texture.

The Other Right Bright Young Things Chardonnay Pet Nat 2023

Nashi pear and hints of bready aromas pave the way for the delightfully dry and savoury palate, with more nashi pear, hints of hazelnut and just the right amount of fizz.

Mercer Wines PF Fizz 2023

Plump and juicy Nero d'Avola made from organic fruit and vinified with no added preservatives. Raspberry ripple, dark plum, and a handful of dried Mediterannean herbs along with chalky tannins. Perfect for pizza or pasta night!

Wild Folk Nero d'Avola 2022

2024’s growing season made for smaller grape clusters, which meant more concentrated berries and dialled-up skinsy tannins, but (thanks to Niki & Tim’s quality winemaking) there’s still plenty of balance and a glossy, gliding texture that features a smidge of leesy funk.

Babche Grenache 2024

Deliciously tart cherries and some papery tannins. They say taste is subjective, but this posits a compelling argument for the contrary – it’s that delicious. Everyone will (more than likely) love it.