Sparkling wine set to be a hit this festive season

Forget Champagne, did you know that Australia produces some of the world’s most awarded sparkling wine? Stock up this Christmas and support the Australian wine industry and its producers of world-class bubbles!

Awarded The Dr Tony Jordan Trophy for Best Sparkling at the recent 2022 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards, the House of Arras Grand Vintage, 2014 Chardonnay by Tasmania’s House of Arras was described by our judges as being “super fine” with an “elegant bead” and “creamy palate” and would make an excellent companion to your Christmas festivities.

We also recommend:

• Coldstream Hills Chardonnay/Pinot Noir Sparkling, 2016 – Coldstream Hills, Yarra Valley, Victoria
• Yabby Lake Single Vineyard Cuvee Nina, 2018 Chardonnay/Pinot Noir – Yabby Lake, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria
• Lost Farm Pinot Noir/Chardonnay, 2016 – Lost Farm Wines, Tasmania

And if sparkling red is your thing – and why wouldn’t it be? Christmas is just around the corner! Why not try 2022 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards Silver medal-winner Woodfired Sparkling Shiraz, NV Shiraz from De Bortoli Wines, Heathcote, VIC

So, don’t leave your Christmas preparations too late; find out what Australian sparkling wine has to offer this festive season!