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The Black Pig Shiraz

16 Little Black Pigs

Shiraz 2020
Country: Australia
Region: South Australia

A pig called Shirley? Or Tanuki?

For years, we’ve been telling loyal Virgin customers that the Black Pig range was named after a character-filled McLaren Vale pig called Shirley. Recently, a source told us that the pig was not called Shirley at all. And she was actually a he!

We’re not sure why…

Shirley became legendary when Tanuki deserved all the fame, but we’re putting it right now. So...

The 16 Little Black Pigs label…

is named after the progeny of Tanuki, the original Black Pig (what a stud!) and showcases AMAZING wines from regions around the countryside. This one shows all the big flavours South Australian Shiraz is famous for - it’s terrific.

RRP: $20

The Old Red River Gum

The Old Red River Gum

Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2020
Country: Australia
Region: South Australia

It’s wine like this…

made using fruit from premium sites throughout the region that make South Australia a first choice destination for lovers of big, generously rich and velvety Aussie reds – consider it the state’s great gift to the wine world, not just at home but all around the globe.

The label?

It’s a famous red river gum – one of the most admired trees in our landscape. The biggest tree in the state (and the national champion of red river gums) is called Old Emu Foot, in Melrose.

And the taste…

Shows distinctive characters of black fruit, eucalypt and spice, smoothed out by delicious dark chocolate and a touch of smoky oak.

RRP: $23

Way & Cat

Way & Cat

Red Blend 2020
Country: Australia
Region: South Australia

What's with the Way & Cat name?

The term ‘Wayfaring’ means ‘to travel’, while ‘Catador’ means ‘taster’, in Spanish. Bring these together and you get a rough definition of what our wine buyers do each vintage – discover the best wines from the best regions to bring you a stunning final product.

And the flowers?

The eye catching label depicts South Australia's state flower. Sturt's Desert Pea. The wines in the Way & Cat range from other regions also feature local flora – a nice touch!

Look forward to…

typically rich and full South Australian flavours, melding ripe berry fruit with warm, spicy oak on a rich, smooth palate. This is a beauty.

RRP: $19

Palacio del Conde Gran Reserva

Palacio del Conde

Gran Reserva 2013
Country: Spain
Region: Valencia

Top-tier Spain:

Gran Reservas are the pinnacle of Spanish wine. Made only in the best vintages, from the best grapes, they spend years mellowing in oak before release.

Aged to perfection…

so you don’t have to! By Spanish law, Gran Reservas have to spend a minimum of two years in oak, and three in the bottle. Not only does this ensure elegant, smooth layers of complexity and flavour, it also means the wines are ready for drinking from release. No cellaring required!

Wow factor:

This wine has been wowing wine judges for years and was skilfully crafted by a winery regularly tipped by Spanish wine guide, Peñín.

RRP: $19.99

Ursula (Melbourne)

Black Pig Shiraz: "I love this wine! Gorgeous, smooth and sure to impress"

CRISP, REFRESHING, QUALITY WHITES

Farinelli Pinot Grigio

Farinelli

Pinot Grigio 2020
Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany

Coastal delight:

Stretching along Italy’s Adriatic coast, the Abruzzo boasts pretty coastal coves and dramatic landscapes of soaring mountain peaks, deep valleys and ancient castles. The region also offers a range of deliciously accessible wines – like this!

Top treatment:

The estate proudly champions a traditional trellising system, ‘pergola abruzzese’, which ensures the grapes receive excellent exposure to the bright sunshine, and so gain full ripeness.

Get your tastebuds ready:

Enjoy here a lovely balance of ripe peach and red apple fruit with citrusy zip. It makes an ideal apéritif and goes well with lemon chicken and creamy pasta.

RRP: $17.99

16 Little Black Pigs Chardonnay

16 Little Black Pigs

Chardonnay 2021
Country: Australia
Region: South Australia

New wave of Chardonnay enjoyment:

Forget the over-oaked, ‘shoulder padded’ Chardonnays of the 90’s… this is from the new school. Linear, light, refreshing and un-oaked for maximum fruit flavour enjoyment.

Welcome to McLaren Vale:

Australia’s premier Mediterranean climate where long, warm days and cooler afternoon temperates conspire to lock in the fruit’s full, ripe flavours and mouthwatering acids.

Our top label:

Vintage after vintage, blend after blend, the range of Black Pig wines grows in stature and quality – as you’re about to taste, both here and with the Shiraz in your case.

RRP: $18.99

Albacore Vintners

Albacore Vintners

White Label Sauvignon Blanc 2021
Country: Australia
Region: Adelaide Hills

Prime white wine territory:

Some of Australia’s finest and most expensive white wines comes from the Adelaide Hills. Indeed, it’s “absolutely stuffed to the gills with winemaking royalty” (Max Allen, Crush).

Perfect conditions:

The cool growing conditions of the Adelaide Hills provide fruit of exceptional depth with great natural acidity. This in turn provides elegant, beautifully balanced wines with great structure. There’s no mistaking the quality.

Look forward to…

aromatic citrus, gooseberry, and herbal aromas with a mouthwateringly crisp, pure palate. There’s a little bit of texture there as well. Yum!!

RRP: $20

Steeple Block

Steeple Block

Semillon 2021
Country: Australia
Region: South Australia

Get ready for…

A gorgeously vibrant Semillon, soaring with bright fruit from the Currency Creek region in South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula. This is a newish wine region – vines were only planted in 1969, though the area has a long history in agriculture and river trade.

Lipsmacking intensity:

Currency Creek enjoys a strong maritime climate due to its proximity to Lake Alexandrina and the Southern Ocean. Its grapes develop a wonderful intensity as a result.

Lively, lemony and lovely…

This deliciously bright and joyful white exhibits lively lemony flavours against a backdrop of lovely grassy notes on a mouthwatering, zesty finish.

RRP: $22

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