Sparkling, white and red wine under $30 to try this spring
As picnic season ramps up, you’ll be looking for a drink to pair with that cheese platter. Here’s nine wines from sparkling, white and red under $30 to sip in the sun — including this award-winning ALDI rose which costs under $10.
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Whether you’re a white, sparkling or red wine drinker, we’ve found some of the best drops under $30 to enjoy at your spring picnic.
IF YOU LIKE BUBBLES …
JACOB, Sparkling, Premium Cuvee, 2017
Made from the same grapes as champagne, this South Australian sparkling wine is perfect to pair with seafood like oysters, BBQ scallops or calamari, and has aromas of baked apple, nougat and bread.
COST: $30
In-store at Dan Murphy’s, Cellar Door
Taltarni, Blanc de Blancs, 2016
Grown in western Victoria’s Pyrenees region and made from 100 per cent chardonnay grapes, this sparkling wine has apple and brioche flavours and aromas of green apple and cinnamon.
COST: $21-26
IF YOU LOVE WHITE WINE …
De Bortoli, 17 Trees pinot grigio, 2020
Drink wine and plant a tree with De Bortoli’s new 17 TREES range. For every six bottles sold, One Tree will be planted to regenerate the Australian bush after a devastating fire season. This easy-drinking pinot grigio has lively citrus and tropical fruit flavours, and is also vegan.
COST: $19.50
Tahbilk, marsanne, 2020
This often unheard of white variety has tropical, citrus and floral notes when enjoyed now. Marsanne can also be aged, for eight to 10 years, and will develop honeysuckle, toasty, marmalade characters over time.
COST: $18.95 to $20.30
IF YOU LOVE A RED IN SUMMER...
6ft6, pinot noir, 2019
While it’s a stretch to include the commemorative Gary Ablett Jnr pinot noir in this under $30 wine list (those limited edition bottles cost $149 each and have since sold out). Austins sister label 6ft6 has a great value pinot noir, which pairs perfectly with salmon, pasta or lamb.
COST: $19-$25
Fat Bastard, shiraz, 2019
Think juicy plum, blackcurrant jam, licorice spice and a hint of vanilla bean. This South Australian wine drinks nicely with osso bucco, beef bourguignon, or aged cheddar.
COST: $18-$20
Liquorland, First Choice, Cellar door.
IF YOU’RE AFTER SOMETHING PINK
Ghost Rock, ‘Supernatural’ Pet Nat, 2019
Real Housewife of Melbourne and Champagne Dame Kyla Kirkpatrick’s new COVID lockdown business venture was always going to involve bubbles. Fizztopia is an online store, launching Thursday 15 October, that’s dedicated to all things fizzy — from champagne, pet nat, beer, cider and seltzer.
Try the Ghost Rock ‘Supernatural’ Pet Nat for a twist on your traditional sparkling wine.
COST: $27
True Colours pinot noir rose 2020
This Rob Dolan rose is made from 100 per cent pinot noir grapes and has aromas of cherry, red currant and rose petals. It’s packed with red currant flavours and has a textural, savoury finish. Support regional Victorian wineries by attending Rose Revolution on November 14— a virtual garden party showcasing the Yarra Valley’s best rose and producers.
COST: $24
The Venturer Series rose, 2020
Costing under $10, this rose blend of aglianico and shiraz grapes delivers a refreshing summer-time drink packed with red berry and savoury flavours. Also pairs nicely with salads, grilled fish or Thai cuisine.
COST: $8.99
ALDI in-store only.
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