Winemaker Mike connects with his roots through Sangiovese, one of Italy’s most prized grapes. Planted in Australia since the 1970s, Sangiovese offers a unique bridge between Mike’s heritage and his Australian winemaking experience. Like the Italians love to do, this food-friendly wine is perfect for sharing and savouring with loved ones.

A small parcel of Tempranillo was transplanted on our Lovedale Road property from a friend’s vineyard in 2018. Transplanting is not common practice in viticulture, and certainly not the style of transplanting that involves the back of a ute and some precariously placed occy straps.

In 2000, our Lovedale Road (LDR) vineyard began its life, with Merlot being one of the pioneering varieties planted on the former cattle grazing land that Joss and Anna De Iuliis had so thoughtfully regenerated. This Merlot, a particular favourite of Joss, is crafted by Mike – a son’s way of bringing his dad joy.

We love making rosé, so why not add bubbles? Our winemaker Conor wanted to make something fun and dangerously drinkable that will be a staple for good times with great friends. Or even on your own, who are we to judge?!

We pick the chardonnay at lower baume & high acidity to encourage bright & crisp green apple notes. A second fermentation in the bottle creates the fine bead & creamy texture. We leave the chardonnay on lees for 12 months to build complexity & add those toasty, brioche notes.