Translation missing: en.Producer Profile: Stargazer + Just In: Thomas Perseval: Producer Profile: Stargazer + Just In: Thomas Perseval
PRODUCER PROFILE: STARGAZER
Stargazer are one of the most exciting producers emerging from Tasmania, crafting distinctive Chardonnay and Pinot as well as other great treasures. Stargazer pays tribute to Abel Tasman - a navigator and explorer cited as the first European to set sight on the island (as well as the south island of NZ shortly after), and would have spent a lot of time gazing up at the stars. Winemaker Samantha Connew is a South Island Kiwi who fell in love with Tasmania, so Abel is a natural link for her. Sam is always inspired by the adage “always look up at the stars and not down at your feet” which is evident in these beautiful wines that inspire and tantalise.
The first case of wine that Sam ever bought was a dozen of Riesling from Tassie’s Tamar Valley and the first vintage she ever worked was in Oregon, understandably falling in love with Pinot. It made sense that after numerous forays around the world that she would end up in Tasmania making Riesling, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. On top of working vintages in Oregon, Italy, Spain and working as the Senior Winemaker for 10 years at McLaren Vale’s Wirra Wirra and 5 at Hunter Valley’s Tower Estate, Sam has also worked for the Australian Wine Research Institute, was the youngest person and first woman to serve as Chair of Judges at the Sydney Royal Wine Show and even sits on the board of the Len Evans Tutorial.
We've just picked up these sensational Stargazer wines covering their classic Burgundian grapes: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The '25 'Chardonnay' is one of the most exciting from Tasmania and ages in 500L oak barrel (20% new) for 8 months on its lees. This has energetic acid and is initially fairly taught but will reward air or time in bottle. Finally, the '25 'Palisander Pinot Noir' is an excellent single vineyard Pinot comprised of 20% whole bunches and ages for 8 months in French oak puncheons of which 25% are new. These are some of the best wines coming out of Tasmania, pick of some of these to see what all the fuss is about!
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DISCOVERY POUR: DELLA STAFFA LIATIKO ALEATICO
This week's discovery is rare Italian red grape called Aleatico from Umbria. A crunchy light red that still has some nice shape and structure, this shows red plum, pomegranate, red cherry, black cherry, white pepper and rosehip. Perfect for a small chill or drink at room temp - this wine is so delicious it'll have you reaching for another bottle. Perfect for this transitional weather and a standout from our in-store tasting that just passed - if you missed out on trying the Della Staffa wines, this is your chance to give this awesome Aleatico a go!
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Thomas Perseval
We've got some more incredible Champagne in stock for you by Thomas Perseval. Thomas Perseval is a respected, independent grower-producer in the Premier Cru village of Chamery in the Montagne de Reims, known for crafting pure, terroir-driven Champagnes using dedicated organic and biodynamic practices. The vineyards, spanning about 2.5 hectares across six plots, are primarily located in and around Chamery, an area with a variety of exposures and soils including sand, clay, and limestone. This diversity of micro-terroirs allows Thomas to produce single-vineyard wines that express the unique character of each plot. Snap up these Champagnes!
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TASTING: WHITE BAY BREWING & HAWKERS
Friday 2nd
5pm - 7pm
Annandale Cellars
Come down to the shop this Friday afternoon to try some amazing local beers!
White Bay Brewery is based a few minutes from the shop in the iconic steel mill of the same name on the Balmain Peninsula where they make some seriously drinkable beers.
Hawkers is another great independent brewery based in Melbourne. Mazen Hajjar (who previously started the Middle East’s first craft brewery) named the company after early Australian colonial hawkers who pushed carts door-to-door, mimicking how he first promoted samples across Sydney.
Come down to the store after work this Friday and stock up on some great beers for the long weekend!