Adelaide Hills Wine Guide 2026

Two Little Ladies Aloft Rosé Rosé 2025

G 90

Glossy light pink, fragrant with all the lightness and perfume of the style, crushed red fruits and blossom. Hits the mouth sweet and juicy. Popularist styling. Drink now Two Little Ladies Aloft Sauvignon Blanc 2025 G 90 Classic aromas with passionfruit, lime, Granny Smith apple all playing a role, the palate in line as well with those notes. Fresh and crisp in the palate. All the Sauvignon things. Drink now–2027 Unico Zelo Birdwood Fiano 2023 G 90 Savoury, with enough chub to stay warm through winter in the Hills. Waxed flowers, cashew cream and grilled white peaches. It’s wild and carefree – travels without any shots, if you know what I mean. More texture, pith and oiliness on the palate; lime sherbet, dirty martini and pear skin. Drink and explore. Drink now–2030 Varney Chardonnay 2024 G 90 Vibrant, fresh and a little bit ditzy. Fanta fizz, fruit tingles and fresh lime. Think poolside margarita energy – fruit over oak and charm over composure. A well-made wine with puckering acidity that knows how to have fun (and doesn’t take itself too G 90 Released with some age, showing ripe fruits closer to yellow peach than white, some blossom as well, with a cute little underscoring tang. Drink now–2028 Vella Wines Gambler Gamay 2021 G 90 Savoury and raw – but full of life. Pressed lavender, redcurrant and amaro. Bright acidity and grainy tannins drive the palate forward, giving shape to the fruit. Crunchy, fragrant and a touch wild. Best shared over food and unhurried conversation. Drink now–2029 Vinteloper Pinot Noir 2024 G 90 An easy little sipper. Bright fruits, snapped twigs and a touch of liquorice to boot. The palate follows suit, leaning slightly more woody with bay leaf, dried fig and pomegranate seed. The structure’s lean – like a skinny person with a healthy appetite. Best served a little cool, and always with food. Drink now–2029 seriously). Drink now–2029 Vella Wines Harvest Widow Chardonnay 2021

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