It's like diving headfirst into a juicy watermelon cooler with a twist of lime. 2022 Offshoot Tempranillo Rosé, NSW, $20Ī heavenly rosé from Hunter Valley's delightful family-run Scarborough Wine Co. At $20 a bottle, the Bassham Fernao Pires (from South Portugal) is also a great talking point, as is the Petit Manseng (from Southern France), Verdejo and organic Vermentino. Chill it and serve with fresh seafood and salads. The Arinto (originally from Portugal) thrives in hot climates and this zippy white has plenty of zing. The couple gets on with things quietly on their Riverland property, putting a great deal of care into their vineyards.
I can't get enough of Bruce and Val Bassham's alternative variety (and mostly certified organic and biodynamic) wines.
Bassham Wines 2021 Arinto, Riverland, $20
