Wines of the Year 2026 | Complete Set

Casino Nitti Aglianico is velvety and refined, with layers of dark cherry, blackberry and subtle spice. The palate is smooth yet structured, showing polished tannins and a savoury edge that brings balance and poise. It is a confident, elegant red with depth and a long, composed finish.

Casino Nitti is based in Campania in southern Italy, working with native varieties that thrive in the region’s warm climate and volcanic soils. Aglianico is one of southern Italy’s most respected grapes, known for producing wines with structure and longevity. The winery takes a measured, low intervention approach, allowing texture and character to develop naturally. This is a refined expression of Aglianico that shows both power and finesse, making it a brilliant match for food.

Fleurie Clos de la Roilette is Fleurie at its absolute best, refined, silky and beautifully composed. Expect layers of wild strawberry, crushed raspberry and delicate violet, supported by fine tannins and a subtle earthy depth that gives it real presence. In many ways, this feels closer to classic red Burgundy than simple Beaujolais, offering elegance, structure and poise in every glass.

Produced in the heart of the Fleurie, Clos de la Roilette is one of the benchmark estates of the appellation. Old vine Gamay grown on granite soils brings both aromatic lift and quiet power, allowing the wine to age gracefully. Fleurie is often celebrated for its floral character, yet here you also find backbone and finesse that elevate it to a more serious level. For lovers of refined red Burgundy seeking exceptional value and purity, this is a thrilling discovery.

We were on the hunt for a truly outstanding Shiraz for our range, and after plenty of tasting, this was the clear winner. It is one of the most highly awarded Australian Shiraz wines we've come across, and we absolutely love it. Rich, intense and luxurious, it bursts with blackberry, ripe plum, dark chocolate and cracked black pepper, wrapped in a velvety texture with layers of spice. The remarkable thing about this Barossa Shiraz is how it continues to evolve, becoming even more complex and expressive the longer it sits in your glass.

Dandelion Vineyards is the award-winning winery of Elena Brooks and her husband Zar, producing exceptional wines from some of South Australia's finest regions. Lionheart of Barossa is sourced from ancient dry-grown Shiraz vines, many over 100 years old, delivering the concentration and character that have made Barossa Valley one of the world's greatest homes for Shiraz. Hand harvested, naturally fermented and matured for 18 months in French oak before bottling without fining or filtration, this is a beautifully pure expression of old vine Australian Shiraz and outstanding value for lovers of full-bodied red wine.

Paixon Mencia is bright, juicy and effortlessly drinkable, with notes of red cherry, raspberry and a light floral lift. The palate is fresh and supple, with soft tannins and a lively, crunchy finish that keeps things flowing. If you enjoy the freshness and fruit forward charm of Beaujolais, this is very much in that happy place.

Paixon comes from Monterrei in north west Spain, a lesser known region known for producing fresh, elegant styles shaped by Atlantic influence. Mencia thrives here, delivering wines with fragrance, balance and natural drinkability rather than weight. The vineyards sit at altitude, helping retain acidity and clarity in the fruit. This is a modern expression of Spanish red wine that leans into freshness, making it incredibly food friendly and easy to love.

One of the best Tuscan reds we’ve tasted lately. Il Seggio oozes flavour, depth and boldness, bursting with notes of cherry, blackberry and blackcurrant alongside subtle hints of spice and minerality. The palate is plush and concentrated, supported by soft yet structured tannins that bring harmony and poise. A true Super Tuscan.

Poggio al Tesoro sits just 3km from the Mediterranean Sea, where sunlight and sea breezes combine to create ideal conditions for ripening. The blend of Merlot (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (20%), Cabernet Franc (20%) and Petit Verdot (10%) grows on Tuscany’s finest gravel and clay soils, giving remarkable purity and richness to the fruit. Owned by the renowned Allegrini family, this award-winning Bolgheri red is aged for 12 months in French oak to enhance its texture and depth. A superb choice for lovers of structured, full-bodied Italian wine with elegance and energy.

A pure and powerful Eden Valley Riesling featuring bright aromas of honeysuckle, dragon fruit, and citrus flowers, with undertones of musk and rose petal. The palate delivers citrus, crisp green apple, and lime flavours balanced by taut acidity and a refreshing finish. Golden in colour.

This historic single-vineyard wine comes from the 'Enchanted Garden' site, planted in 1910 in Eden Valley. The excellent 2023 vintage saw a wet spring and mild summer, leading to a later harvest that produced fresh, vibrant fruit with aging potential.

Dandelion Vineyards is the project of Elena Brooks, who began her wine journey at age 12 interpreting for international winemakers in her native Bulgaria, making her first wine by 16. Now based in McLaren Vale with her husband Zar, she crafts wines across South Australia's premium regions, from Barossa through Eden Valley and Adelaide Hills to McLaren Vale – what wine journalist Nick Stock dubbed the "blessed curve."

Assyrtiko The North is a strikingly fresh Greek white wine with vibrant lemon peel, green apple and a distinctive mineral edge that gives it real tension and precision. It is crisp, dry and beautifully structured, with a saline twist that makes it incredibly food friendly and refreshing. If you love Chablis or lean, citrus driven Sauvignon Blanc, this Assyrtiko offers that same clarity with a Mediterranean soul.

Produced in northern Greece, this expression of Assyrtiko shows how the grape thrives beyond its island origins, delivering freshness with clarity and depth. Assyrtiko is one of Greece’s most celebrated native varieties, prized for its natural acidity and ageing potential. The cooler northern conditions help preserve vibrant citrus character while allowing full flavour development. It is a confident, modern Greek white wine that balances elegance, structure and unmistakable regional identity.

If you love a really vibrant Albariño, this Tohu Whenua Matua is one to try, super unique and refreshing. Layers of citrus peel and juicy stonefruit meet a hint of beeswax, with a lively palate that's bright with acidity and minerality, carrying through to a long, lingering finish. It's a single vineyard wine from a tiny 1.4 hectare block, hand harvested and bottled early to keep its freshness while allowing it to develop real complexity in the bottle. A wonderfully aromatic, characterful white for anyone who loves Albariño with a bit more depth.

Tohu comes from Upper Moutere in Nelson, New Zealand, grown on ancient alluvial clay soils threaded with weathered gravels. The name means "sign" or "landmark" in Māori, and reflects the winery's philosophy as tangata whenua, people of the land, deeply connected to protecting and nurturing the vineyards they farm. This particular block was planted in 2011 and benefited from a near perfect growing season, even flowering, a dry summer with cool nights, and a harvest picked at exactly the right moment. With only 4,280 bottles produced, it's a genuinely rare expression of New Zealand Albariño, and a lovely one to seek out.

Quinta de Azevedo Loureiro is a beautifully aromatic Portuguese white wine, layered with lime blossom, green apple and a gentle citrus peel freshness. What makes this bottle particularly special is the time spent in old oak barrels, which adds a creamy texture and extra weight on the palate without bringing any overt oaky flavour. The result is a wine that remains crisp and vibrant, yet feels slightly more rounded and luxurious than a typical Vinho Verde.

Quinta de Azevedo is based in the heart of the Vinho Verde region in northern Portugal, where Atlantic influence preserves natural acidity and purity of fruit. Loureiro is one of the region’s most expressive native grape varieties, known for its floral aromatics and freshness. By ageing this wine in seasoned oak, the estate enhances texture while allowing the grape and terroir to shine. It is a brilliant example of modern Portuguese white wine that offers both brightness and subtle complexity.