Sovino Spring 2016

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WYNNSDAY 2016 RELEASE Inspired by the future and the past

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8 UNEXPECTED RUM FACTS Think you know your wine?

Bet you didn’t know all of this

WHAT YOUR DRINK SAYS ABOUT YOU

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SPRING EDITION EXCLUSIVE TO INDEPENDENT LIQUOR RETAILERS

CHAMBORD AND FIZZ WILL MAKE ALL THE TONGUES HAPPY

$3999 EACH

Pour 10ml Chambord into a flute glass Top with Sparkling wine Garnish with a Raspberry Voila!

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©2016 CHAMBORD BLACK RASPBERRY LIQUEUR, 16.5% - 23% ALC. BY VOL. IMPORTED BY BROWN-FORMAN, LOUISVILLE, KY. Chambord is a registered trademark. All rights reserved.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS SPRING 2016

PRODUCT FEATURES

07 15 What's on the move...

06 Perfect Match: Margherita Pizza

07 Apps on tap

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New Product Spotlight

16 What’s on this Spring?

Events to get you out of the house

17 In fact: 8 unexpected rum facts

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SPRING FEATURE

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Personality test: What your drink says about you

Bombay Sapphire Mix a masterpiece

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Wynnsday 2016 Release

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Captain Morgan Discover the darkside

12 Robert Oatley Liquid gold

15 Mount Gay There's a time and a place

18 REGION FEATURE

The King Valley La Dolce Vita

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FEATURE

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Craft Beer

When you're into something, you go hard – and as a craft beer enthusiast, you’re keen to learn all there is to know about the subject. You might even do a bit of home brewing on the side and dream of having your own boutique brewery.

Sure, you might be accused by some as being a bit of a beer snob, but your drink of choice shows that you like to stay one step ahead of the norm whilst showing an appreciation for homegrown quality. You also have a penchant for food trucks and more than likely sport a moustache...

WHEN IT COMES TO GETTING A DEEP INSIGHT INTO YOUR PERSONALITY TRAITS, IT’S LESS ABOUT STAR SIGNS AND MORE ABOUT ’BAR‘ SIGNS. HERE’S OUR ‘TONGUE-INCHEEK’ TAKE ON WHAT YOUR DRINK OF CHOICE SAYS ABOUT YOU:

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Tap Beer

Pretentiousness is your enemy and humour your number one defence. You’re loyal to your mates, your footy team and the type of beer that you drink.

Typically, you’re a bloke and what you might lack in imagination you more than make up for with ’hilarious‘ anecdotes and far-fetched stories. But regardless of who you’re with or where you’re drinking, pizza will follow.

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Gin and Tonic

Life is intense, every minute matters. Why yoga when you can CrossFit? Why wait in line when you can pre-order online? Because you like to live a fast-paced life, it’s handy that this straight-forward cocktail can be abbreviated to just two letters.

Whilst you’re super-organised and a little impatient, you do know how to take time out to unwind. But rather than dance on tables, you like to dance around controversial topics.

And no one ever has a bar fight when sipping G&T’s – just ’lively disagreements.’

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Festive cocktails

You don’t get out much, but when you do, you want to make the night feel like the best summer party you’ve ever had. So whilst you might not be kicking back on a sun lounge or doing the Macarena by the pool, a frozen alcoholic dessert, complete with lavish garnishes and that all-important cocktail umbrella, is the next best thing.

Your sophisticated drinking ability makes you popular at parties for your skill at spinning a great yarn without slurring your words.

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Tequila shots

Your life motto is go hard or go home and you’re the reason why everyone has a hangover and an embarrassing story the next day. Unable to tolerate boredom, you ensure that you have a wide circle of friends and a full social calendar so that you can constantly be the life of the party.

With a tendency to do it first and think about it later, there’s a good chance the police know you on a first name basis. All the better for turning funny stories into hilarious ones.

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Red Wine

You’re most likely a time-poor parent trying to squeeze in as much fun as possible before going home to the babysitter, or a disillusioned office worker attempting to get the weekend started with your colleagues on a Wednesday.

Congratulations! Drinking Whisky or Whiskey straight or on the rocks is a sign that you’re a real grown up who has mastered the art of drinking (in other words you sip and savour, rather than gulp and guzzle). Chances are you also hold down a steady job, have a mortgage, and are the oldest person in your friendship group! You have also been known to smoke the odd cigar!

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Sparkling Wine

As a party magnet, you see life as one big celebration and can find any excuse to break out the bubbles. Friday night?

Pop! The Bachelor’s on? Pop! Takeaway with friends? Pop! You’re extroverted, image conscious, and constantly drawing attention due to the fact that you and your friends are always having the most fabulous time. And if the world isn’t watching you – you’ll post a selfie to make sure they are.

Whilst you’re in control of your life and present a sophisticated image, you don't mind it when things get wild-In fact you love it! What might start as a spontaneous casual get together could turn into one of the biggest nights of your life! And while everyone else is languishing in bed, you’ll still manage to turn up to your 6am yoga class the next day looking impeccable.

You’re a deep thinker and have a theory on everything – from what’s the secret of the universe to why the latest character on Game of Thrones got killed off.

You’re a creature of comfort and avoid overcrowded bars and chaotic house parties in preference for a night at home with mates. You also have the unique ability to find enjoyment in things that might not seem fun to anyone else. Scrabble comp anyone?

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VAPOUR INFUSION WITH EXOTIC HAND-SELECTED BOTANICALS CREATES A DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT GIN.

STAR & TONIC Add 1 part gin, and 1 part premium Indian tonic water to an ice-filled rocks glass. Garnish with an orange peel.

I N T R O D U C I N G S TA R O F B O M B AY

Created from a secret 1761 recipe, Bombay Sapphire Gin is a versatile spirit carefully crafted for a complex, layered taste.

Produced in small quantities at Laverstock Mill in Hampshire, England. Star of Bombay begins with the 10 precious botanicals that lie at the heart of Bombay Sapphire Gin, with the addition of dried bergamot orange peel and ambrette seeds.

Bombay Sapphire is made from 10 unique hand-selected botanicals from all corners of the earth including cubeb berries from Java, cassia bark from Indo-China, coriander from Morrocco and grains of paradise from West Africa. It is this combination of exotic botanicals combined with a unique vapour infusion process that creates the balance profile of Bombay Sapphire Gin.

The elegant liquid captured in each bottle is achieved by slowing down the signature vapour infusion process to increase the level of extraction from the botanicals, building richer aromas and more intense flavours.

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Star of Bombay has been awarded the Spirit Trophy for London Dry Gin, and Outstanding Spirit Gold Medal at the 2016 International Wine and Spirits Competition.

THE ULTIMATE GI N & TONIC (Pictured left) 1. Fill a balloon glass with ice

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2. Add 45ml Bombay Sapphire Gin 3. Add 90ml premium tonic water 4. Garnish with a freshly cut lime wedge

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WHAT'S ON THE MOVE

WHAT'S ON THE MOVE...

CHANDON BRUT NV $2799 EACH A Chardonnay led sparkling wine, Chandon Brut celebrates the high quality vineyards of our corner of Australia alongside the complexity deriving from our French heritage and the Methode Traditionalle.

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CUERVO SILVER TEQUILA

ENZED PINOT GRIS 2015

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A true silver tequila, Cuervo® Silver is the epitome of smooth.

The master distillers at La Rojeña crafted this unique and balanced blend to bring out tones of agave, caramel, and fresh herbs in its flavour profile.

Elegantly lifted with notes of white peach syrup, sweet pear and jasmine with a hint of citrus zest. The palate is juicy and rounded with attractive fruit flavours and well balanced acidity.

Providing a pleasing dry finish.

MOUNTAIN GOAT STEAM ALE

JIM BARRY WATERVALE RIESLING

$1999 6PK

$2199 EACH

Mountain Goat Steam ale is Sessionable with a slight yeast-cloudiness and White Foam. Made with Cascade and Galaxy hops the aroma is fruity and tropical with a solid dose of wheat malt for a dry finish.

The tiny village of Watervale, nestled in South Australia’s Clare Valley, is renowned for the quality of its Riesling. Our Watervale Riesling is picked from a special part of the Florita vineyard in Watervale. This famous Riesling vineyard usually achieves full ripeness, with high natural acid levels.

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PERFECT MATCH

MARGHERITA PIZZA

THE ULTIMATE LOVE TRIANGLE….

There’s something about the delicious combination of dough, cheese and sauce that has the whole western world enticed. So if eating pizza is akin to a spiritual experience, it would be sacrilegious to pair this 'slice of life' with any inferior beverage. Luckily we’ve done some extensive research to unearth our top pick pairings.

RED OR WHITE? These days you can get just about any kind of pizza, but we’re focusing on beverages that will complement the traditional combination of a crispy dough base with tomato sauce and melted cheese – the Margherita. Some full-bodied white wines and even sparkling wines wash it down well, but generally you’ll need a bright fruit to bring out the tomato’s acidity and cut through the fat in the melted cheese. So a red high in acidity, low in tannin and with a big fruity flavour is our number one choice.

BUT WHAT ABOUT BEER? There’s no denying it - beer is the perfect pizza partner. But if you can match your brew to the key ingredients of your pizza – even better. Look for a light, dry ale with fruity aromatics to match the sweetness of the cheese, and a grassy hop flavour that brings out the spices of basil and oregano.

MOUNTAIN GOAT SUMMER ALE

TYRRELL'S WINES HUNTER VALLEY SHIRAZ

CALABRIA COOL CLIMATE PINOT NOIR

Mountain Goat Summer Ale is a clean, dry, aromatic ale brewed with a blend of Aussie and Kiwi new world hops.

This beer is a summer quencher in a 375ml can, fruity up front, finishes crisp, dry and thirst-quenching.

The grapes were both hand and machine picked before fermentation in the traditional open top vats. The wine was then matured in older, large format French oak casks.

Crafted by the Calabria Family, this is a quintessential new world style Pinot Noir from the NSW cool climate region; Tumbarumba.

This beer smells of summer, fruity & floral, reminiscent of passionfruit and melon and blend of Australian and NZ hops including Nelson Sauvin, Motueka and Wakatu.

A rich, classic wine of this nature is best served with rich, classic food accompaniments including Margherita pizza. Excellent drinking upon release and will develop in complexity with short term bottle age.

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Mountain Goat Summer Ale

The light palate of ripe cherry plums is silky and savory and well supported by layers of cinnamon and earthy spices from toasty French Oak. Top Value!”

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Those who know Cabernet

KNOW WYNNS . NEW VINTAGE RELEASE .

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WYNNSDAY 2016 RELEASE the future and the past Inspired by

Senior Winemaker Sue Hodder says winemaking at Wynns is a creative privilege. “We have these amazing vineyards – which we strive to understand in the ever-changing vintages – against a background of a 60-year lineage and heritage,” she says.

This year Sue celebrates her 23rd vintage with Wynns. She believes that her early viticultural training gave her invaluable insight into the importance of the vineyards in quality winemaking. Sue brings valuable experience with vintages in Margaret River, California and Bordeaux and has judged extensively in regional, national and international wine shows.

Alongside Sue winemaker Sarah Pidgeon and the wider winemaking team strive to create a release of outstanding wines each year from this historic estate. Since joining Wynns in 1998, Sarah has cultivated her love of well-cellared, mature wines through her custodianship of the precious Wynns museum wines. A graduate of the prestigious Len Evans Tutorial, Sarah has contributed to many important technical trials including development of a rigorous oak selection programme.

In the vineyard, Viticulturist Allen Jenkins, coaxes the vines to produce an outstanding quality of fruit worthy of the Wynns label. Allen and his viticultural team are deeply committed to the long-term sustainability of the vineyards, including reinvigorating large areas of old vines, and to ultimately growing the perfect grape. In 2010, in recognition of Allen’s contribution to viticulture at Wynns he

was joint recipient, with Sue Hodder, of the Gourmet Traveller WINE’s Winemaker of the Year.

The 2016 Wynnsday collection features six wines and pays homage to Wynns signature wine style of fine structure and balanced fruit expression. The collection is a worthy reflection of Wynns iconic wines comprising of Black Label, V&A Lane, as well as new releases of John Riddoch and Michael. In keeping with the Wynns single vineyard tradition, Harold 2013 is the single vineyard wine for this year.

“We are inspired by the future and the past,” says Sue. “Stylistically, the 2016 release wines show clearly the Wynns ‘house-style’ from two contrasting vintages. In 2013 we chose several of our older, and beloved, classic terra rossa soil vineyards for our John Riddoch, Michael and single vineyard wines. It is pleasing to acknowledge these special parcels from a great year. Good ripening conditions after a wet winter, resulted in wines with fine but abundant tannins. In contrast, the very wet winter and slightly above average summer temperatures of 2014 combined with very low yields.

The 2014 Black Label Shiraz and Cabernet and also the two V&A Lane wines are by comparison, more linear and medium bodied.

Sue attributes this great collection to a consistent Wynns style, vintage conditions and the character of great terra rossa.

‘‘VINTAGE 2014 WAS ‘CLASSIC’ COONAWARRA...

THE RESULTING WINES ARE FINELY STRUCTURED AND MEDIUM BODIED’’

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Wynns Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon

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APPS ON TAP

DRINK DISCOVERY

1 As new drinking apps hit the market daily, we’ll review three of our top picks to keep you on top of your game:

Elixr

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Liquor Cabinet

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Next Glass

What they say:

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Elixr is a community-based app that discovers and shares the world’s best drinks and where to enjoy them. Share, tag and comment on your drinking experience, and get full access to a network of like-minded users’ thoughts and recommendations.

Liquor Cabinet is your digital ticket to the Golden Age of Cocktails. Tell the app what’s in your bar and pantry, and Liquor Cabinet will list all of the fabulous and delicious drinks that are hiding within!

Or, if you’re looking to try something new, the smart cabinet feature will tell you which additional drinks lie only one ingredient away.

Next Glass uses science to help you find beers and wines you’ll love. Build a Taste Profile by rating drinks you’ve tried, and let Next Glass tell you how much you'll like any drink you haven't tried.

What we say: Make your night out even more social. Elixir lets you easily update your friends and followers with what you’re drinking, where you’re doing it, and what you think of it. You can even share a sneaky pic or two of your current brew.

If you need a change of scenery, Elixr takes a look at what you’ve already liked, and suggests nearby spots to discover and new drinks to sip that might wet your whistle.

Ratings: PRICE: Free

What we say: Finally! A use for those final drops of Hennessy hiding in the back of the cupboard.

Kick your ‘host-with-themost’ level up a notch with this app and get instant access to a mixed drink compendium tailored especially to what you have on hand. Willing to duck down to the shops? We especially love the smart cabinet feature. You never know, you might even stumble upon a new favourite.

USABILITY: Moderate

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PRICE: $1.49 USABILITY: Easy OVERALL RATING:

What we say: Whoever said science and emotions don’t mix? There’s a big world of choice out there, and anything that makes that simpler gets a tick from us. Next Glass even remembers your Taste Profile, so it claims to get more accurate with each drink you rate. If you’re pouring the same old drop as last week, but looking for a new taste, then this app is for you.

Ratings: PRICE: Free USABILITY: Easy OVERALL RATING:

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L a D ol ce Vita

THE KING VALLEY AS THE GOLDEN SUN KISSES THE ITALIAN VINES AND YOU SCOFF YOUR FIFTEENTH LOCALLY GROWN OLIVE WHILE LOOKING OUT TOWARDS THE ALPS, YOU’LL BE FORGIVEN FOR MOMENTARILY FORGETTING WHERE YOU ARE. JUST THREE HOURS FROM MELBOURNE, LA DOLCE VITA —THE GOOD LIFE—IS ON OFFER YEAR ROUND IN THE KING VALLEY. Unlike some of its betterknown valley cousins (looking at you, Barossa) the King Valley radiates small-town qualities. Settled largely

by Italian migrants and billing itself as Australia’s Mediterranean, this is one of those wholesome kinds of places. The sort that— whether you’re visiting for a day or a few—will send you back home with your spiritual cup newly overflowing.

And visit you should. Because while this is still trueblue Aussie wine country with all the trimmings, the King Valley wraps it up in a rustic charm and good old-fashioned Italian hospitality that makes for an unforgettable and unique experience. Within easy riding distance (bikes being the preferred way to take it all in) you’ll find food stalls, farm-gates, rolling hills, bubbling rivers, cellar doors, and lots of great Italian wine—the latter of which still drives much of the King Valley’s tourism.

With elevation changes of over 700 metres between vineyards, the region packs a startling array of Italian varieties and styles into a small area: Sangiovese, Prosecco, Tempranillo, Barbera, Pinot Grigio, Nebbiolo and so many more are spread like patchwork across the landscape. This sort of micro-diversity encapsulates what’s perhaps most wonderful about the King Valley; it’s a place where things are still done small scale. Artisanal, with passion and care. Just like how Nona used to.

From the heartbreakingly beautiful scenery to its unforgettable hyper-local, hyper-delicious produce, the King Valley really is a place fit for a king. And as the sun fades behind the lush green hills at the end of a perfect day, it will very likely leave you feeling like one as well.

Though kings were probably drinking far worse wine than you will be.

TOP TIPS Onya bike - Ditch the car and take in the valley sights and sounds by bicycle. Pedal to Produce is one of the most popular experiences, with suggested trails and rental bikes available.

Eat like a local - King Valley is a gastronome’s dream and home to all sorts of characters producing incredible food. Tuck into an authentic Italian lunch at one of the many cellar doors, or sample local cheeses, breads, olives and spreads as you hop from spot to spot.

Sparkle sparkle - Known as Prosecco Road, five producers have teamed up to offer a must-do selfguided food and wine trail that focuses on local bubbly.

There’s no better or more intimate way to get a sense of the region’s offering.

OUR PICK Debortoli Bella Riva Sangiovese Rose Gentle flavours of Morello cherry, soft acidity and creamy palate $14.99 EACH

Get off the track - King Valley is first and foremost a gorgeous scenic valley.

Walk off the three kilos of local food you just ate by trekking to one of the nearby lookouts, cool off under a pristine waterfall and just breathe it all in.

Add seasoning - King Valley offers year-round delights that differ from season to season. While it really shines in spring, don’t discount the simple pleasure of a local red by a rustic fireplace on a cool winter day.

The King Valley’s premier event, La Dolce Vita Wine & Food Festival takes place on the 3rd weekend in November.

FOR TOURIST INFORMATION AND EVENTS GO TO VISITKINGVALLEY.COM.AU

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DISCOVER THE DARKER SIDE OF

CAPTAIN MORGAN Captain Morgan Black Spiced is SPICED RUM, BORN IN THE CARIBBEAN as bold as his buccaneering self. Sugar cane was used to make alcoholic in Egyptian times but it was not Are you ready to discover his drinks until the 16th century that farmers and darker side? workers on Caribbean sugar cane You may know the man on the bottle by name, but to know the actual legend of Captain Henry Morgan is to understand the unrelenting adventurous spirit he embodied.

He was, simply, the most renowned pirate to ever sail the seas. A distinction that earned him not just a lifetime of loyal crew by his side, but also the title of Sir Henry Morgan and Governor of Jamaica.

On August 26, 1688, he was laid to rest in the sandy shores of Port Royal, Jamaica.

Shortly thereafter, a massive earthquake shook the island, casting his coffin into the churning waters of Port Royal harbour, never to be seen again. Some believe his restless spirit lives on to this day, sailing the seas of the Caribbean in search of his mortal remains.

Captain Morgan Black Spiced honours this legend with a bolder, blacker spiced liquid. Crafted from the finest Caribbean liquid, that is reserved in double charred American oak barrels and select spices.

Captain Morgan Black Spiced has a bold taste with a surprisingly smooth finish.

As you enjoy Captain Morgan Black Spiced, you’ll ‘discover’ the story of the man, hidden behind the bottle label.

plantations took up this ancient tradition.

Rum was born when Christopher Columbus inspired people to trade in the Caribbean.

The ingenious souls who up-anchored to the Caribbean rum took molasses and distilled it into a harsh, strong spirit.

So to soften the blow, distillers would add their own unique recipes of herbs, spices and fruits. Boom, Spiced Rum was born.

TASTING NOTES Delicious waves of cinnamon, clove and ginger followed by smoky notes of vanilla, coconut and oak – a taste as bold as the legendary buccaneer.

CAPTAIN MORGAN BL BLACK SPICED OLD FASHIONED A great way to release the smoky vanilla, oak and spice flavours of Captain Morgan Black Spiced, simply add ice, sugar and bitters for a drink to enjoy with your crew.

50ml Captain Morgan Black Spiced 3 dashes of orange bitters 1 teaspoon raw or brown sugar Orange rind twist

Instructions: Add Captain Morgan Black Spiced, bitters, sugar and a dash of water to a rocks glass. Gently add 2-3 ice cubes and stir until diluted to your taste, top with ice and garnish.

The key to this drink is to get the dilution right to your taste. The longer you stir down the ice the gentler the rum flavour.

CAPTAIN MORGAN BLACK SPICED AND GINGER A double dose of delicious spice that fills the palate, with sweet vanilla and cinnamon flavours in Captain Morgan Black Spiced balanced by a pour of dry ginger ale.

50ml Captain Morgan Black Spiced 15ml fresh lime juice Dry ginger ale Lime wedge

Instructions: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.

Add Captain Morgan Black Spiced and top with dry ginger ale. Squeeze wedge of lime and add to glass.

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The Robert Oatley Signature Series draws on a remarkable portfolio of vineyards nurtured by the winemaking talent of Larry Cherubino showcasing Australia’s most successful wine styles and regions.

wines of character and integrity and Sauvignon Blanc to Pinot Noir from Yarra Valley, luscious McLaren Vale Shiraz, and classic Margaret River Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.

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drink”, and the high quality Signature Series delivers immediate appeal, with satisfying flavours over an elegant frame.

Each wine embodies the grape varietal and region in which it was grown, from aromatic Western Australian Riesling

With maritime-influenced blue and white tones and crisp, clean lines, the Signature Series labels sit comfortably on fine dining tables around the world.

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LATEST & GREATEST

NEW PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

St Hubert's The Stag Chardonnay

Pimm's Sparkling Cup

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$1199 EACH Heineken 3

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ST HUBERT'S THE STAG CHARDONNAY Showcasing the very best of regional Victorian wine, The Stag is a new tier of elegant wines made in the popular cool-climate style, with grapes sourced from winemaking regions across the state.

With a striking label design, the wine celebrates the elegance and grace of the noble stag, and its connection to St Hubert’s - one of the first wineries established in Victoria. Originally founded in 1862 and named in honour of the Patron Saint of the Hunt, St Hubert’s has an enviable history of producing award winning cool-climate Victorian wines.

The Chardonnay is dominated by vibrant citrus notes and lively acidity – it has a fresh and evenly textured palate with a feather dusting of oak.

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PIMM’S SPARKLING CUP SERVE UP THE PERFECT CROWD PLEASER… The welcome drink that sets the tone for any catch up with good friends Setting the tone for a great gathering, casual or otherwise, is now complete with this twist on the classic welcome drink from Pimm’s.

Pimm’s Sparkling Cup, will change the way you host your next catch up, making it a little more memorable. It’s the best of Pimm’s No 1 Cup, just ready-topour. A perfect mix of lemonade and ginger ale, infused with natural fruit flavours.

Beautiful, charmingly crafted & very Pimm’s, you’ll be proud to share it with your friends.

Just pour into a wine glass full of ice with your favourite garnish, we think strawberries are marvellous.

HEINEKEN 3 FROM HEINEKEN COMES HEINEKEN® 3, AN AWARD WINNING LOWER CALORIE AND LOWER CARB LAGER THAT TASTES GREAT! At only 86 calories per serve and 3.3% ABV Heineken 3 is an easy drinking, refreshing and great tasting beer.

With Heineken 3, our goal is to brew a great tasting lower calorie, lower carbohydrate lager, for relaxed afternoons with friends.

If you do the relaxing, we’ll do the brewing. No complaints, we love that, and we have some experience.

Shortly after the Heineken family started back in 1873, we won awards for being the world’s best lager.

Now, over 140 years and 4 generations later, the Heineken 3 brew proudly won its own medals.

A great reward for the passionate Heineken brewmasters, but primarily a reward for you.

Taste it, and relax. It’s well deserved.

WHAT’S ON

SUNSHINE FUN TIMES A Day On The Green

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Port Macquarie Beer and Cider Festival 24 SEPT portmacbeerandcider festival.com

SPRING HAS FINALLY SPRUNG, AND WHAT BETTER WAY TO CELEBRATE THE FRESH AIR THAN WITH SOME - WELL FRESH AIR? HERE’S OUR PICK OF THE CROP FOR THE BEST LOCAL EVENTS TO TAKE IN A LITTLE SUN AND MAYBE SOME DELICIOUS REFRESHMENTS AT THE SAME TIME. Floriade 2016

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V8 Supercars Bathurst

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22 & 29 OCT

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Australia’s biggest flower show is back for its 29th year.

Promising music, food, wine and—of course—flowers, Canberra’s most loved Spring festival shouldn’t be missed.

With over a million blooms on display, even if flowers aren’t your thing, Floriade is a stunning way to enjoy the Spring sunshine in Canberra. If you’re keen to start enjoying those milder evenings, Nightfest at Floriade is back this year.

When the sun goes down on Floriade, Nightfest will come out to play; combining a dazzling lightshow with quirky entertainment and pop up bars and eateries, Nightfest is a must.

Vines, Wines, and Live Entertainment – seriously, what more could you want?

This year, spend a weekend taking in the rays, the views, and the atmosphere at Robert Oatley Vineyards and Petersons Winery. Let some of Australia’s best musicians, best wines, and best landscapes delight and rejuvenate your senses, and be reminded why A Day On the Green is one of the best festivals on the calendar.

v8supercars.com.au/ bathurst1000 It’s the biggest race of the year and it’s back, bigger than ever. If motors and mountains are your thing, the Bathurst experience is not to be missed. You’re in for a wild ride watching V8 Supercars race around the Mount Panorama circuit at speeds of up to 300kms. Not-to-worry; there’s 1000km worth of Mountain-lapping to be done, so you’ve got plenty of time to grab yourself a pie, a beer, and a seat to soak up as much of the high-octane action as you can.

Celebrate all things cider and craft beer at the Port Macquarie Beer and Cider festival. Held at Westport Park on the beach, the festival showcases some of Australia’s finest brewers. Sample brews to your hearts content, or prove your strength in the Mid North Coast Beer Keg Toss—either way, you’re bound for a good time. The Port Macquarie Beer and Cider Festival is the place to be for anyone who enjoys beer, cider, or throwing a keg of beer by the sea.

Mudgee Wine and Food Festival 9 SEPT - 3 OCT visitmudgeeregion.com.au /whats-on/mudgee-winefestival The annual Mudgee Wine and Food festival is a celebration for the senses! Bringing local food and produce to the table, you’ll find yourself enjoying (and supporting) a sumptuous array of food and wine from the area’s wineries, restaurants and producers. This monthlong celebration invites you to shift down a gear and take your time enjoying live music, food and wine tastings, and the sights and sounds of picturesque Mudgee.

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8 UNEXPECTED RUM FACTS PIRATES AND RUM. RUM AND PIRATES. NOT MANY DRINKS COME LOADED WITH AS MUCH MENTAL IMAGERY AS THIS CLASSIC SPIRIT. It’s not that surprising really, given how much of its early history is tied to the ocean.

But rum’s story is studded with some pretty surprising moments, including its discovery. Which brings us to: 1

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In the mid-17th century, Caribbean sugar cane farmers found themselves literally stuck with a seemingly endless supply of sugar waste product: molasses. Luckily for them (and us) someone soon discovered that letting the molasses sit in vats caused it to ferment and produce alcohol. Voila! Rum was born.

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We all know that pirates were fans of yo-ho-ho-ing down the odd rum or five, but so were legit sailors. In 1665, the beer ration that helped keep sailors hydrated was swapped to a rum ration (also called a tot), as it stayed fresh longer.

The daily allowance peaked at a pint of the hard stuff per day.

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After Britain placed hefty taxes on molasses imports into America, fed up colonists staged a series of protests that eventually culminated in the famous Boston Tea Party. In other words: rum was basically responsible for the American Revolution.

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Despite being drastically reduced over time, the daily rum ration continued to be provided to Royal Navy sailors for over 300 years. All the way up until 1970!

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The word ‘grog’ originally referred specifically to rum mixed with water and sugar: the preferred way to imbibe on the high seas.

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Rum also gives us the term ‘proof’ to measure alcohol content. When given their daily ration, sailors would often soak a pellet of gunpowder in a sample. If the gunpowder wouldn’t ignite, the rum contained less than 57.15% ABV—‘proof’ that you were getting ripped off with watered-down booze.

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If you could somehow take a whiff of the centre of the Milky Way without your face exploding, you’d be rewarded with a familiar sweet scent.

That’s thanks to huge clouds of ethyl formate—the compound that gives rum its distinct smell. Yep, our galaxy smells like rum.

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Rum also played an important role closer to home. Given the lack of creature comforts, early Australian settlers often used it as a good to trade for supplies.

STORE LOCATIONS ACT REGION

SOUTH COAST & SOUTHERN NSW

AINSLIE - Ainslie Cellars BANKS - Local Liquor Banks IGA BELCONNEN - Local Liquor The Lighthouse BONYTHON - Local Liquor Bonython Spar Express BUNGENDORE - Local Liquor Bungendore CAMPBELL - Local Liquor Campbell Liquor Discounts CASEY - Local Liquor Spar Casey CASEY - Supabarn Casey CRACE - Supabarn Crace CHAPMAN - Local Liquor Chapman IGA COOK - Local Liquor Cook Friendly Grocer CURTIN - Local Liquor Statesman Hotel DEAKIN - Local Liquor Deakin IGA EAST ROW CANBERRA - Local Liquor East Row EVATT - Local Liquor Evatt IGA FARRER - Local Liquor Farrer IGA X-press FLOREY - Supabarn Supa Express Florey FORDE - Local Liquor Forde Spar Supermarket GARRAN - Local Liquor Garran Friendly Grocer GOWRIE - Local Liquor Gowrie Friendly Grocer GRIFFITH - Local Liquor Griffith Shop-Rite HOLDER - Local Liquor Holder Foodworks HOLT - Local Liquor Holt IGA HUGHES - Local Liquor Hughes IGA ISABELLA - Local Liquor Isabella Plains IGA KALEEN - Supabarn Supa Express Kaleen KAMBAH - Local Liquor Drakeford KAMBAH - Local Liquor Kambah IGA KAMBAH - Local Liquor Kambah Inn KARABAR - Local Liquor Karabar IGA KINGSTON - Local Liquor Kingston IGA KIPPAX - Local Liquor Kippax LYNEHAM - Local Liquor Lyneham IGA LYONS - Local Liquor Lyons Friendly Grocer MAWSON - Local Liquor The Flow Bottle Shop MELBA - Local Liquor Melba IGA MONASH - Local Liquor Monash MURRUMBATEMAN - Local Liquor Murrumbateman NARRABUNDAH - Local Liquor Narrabundah IGA NGUNNAWAL - Local Liquor Ngunnawal IGA NICHOLLS - Local Liquor Nicholls IGA OAKS ESTATE - Local Liquor Vintage Cellars Oaks Estate O'CONNOR - Local Liquor O'Connor IGA PALMERSTON - Local Liquor Palmerston IGA PEARCE - Local Liquor Pearce Foodworks RED HILL - Local Liquor Red Hill IGA RICHARDSON - Supabarn Supa Express Richardson SWINGER HILL - Local Liquor Swinger Hill IGA Express WARAMANGA - Local Liquor Waramanga IGA WATSON - Supabarn Supa Express Watson WESTON - Local Liquor Weston Candamber YARRALUMLA - Local Liquor Yarralumla IGA

ALBION PARK - Albion Park Cellars BOMBALA - Local Liquor Bombala Foodworks BRADFORDVILLE - Local Liquor Bradfordville Friendly Grocer BRAIDWOOD - Local Liquor Braidwood IGA BURRILL LAKE - Burrill Lake Cellars DALMENY - Local Liquor Dalmeny IGA EROWAL BAY - Erowal Bay Liquor Store HORSLEY - Horsley Village Cellars KANGAROO VALLEY - Friendly Inn LAKE HEIGHTS - Lake Heights Cellars MERIMBULA - Merimbula Lakeview Hotel NAROOMA - Narooma Plaza Cellars THIRROUL - Ryans Hotel THIRROUL - The Beaches Hotel TUROSS - Tuross Cellars

CENTRAL/NORTH COAST BELLINGEN - Bellingen Providore BILAMBIL - Bilambil Cellars BUDGEWOI - The Coast Hotel BULAHELAH - The Lady Jane Motor Inn and Liquor Supplies CLUNES - Clunes Liquor Store & Cellars COFFS HARBOUR - Pier Hotel COLLARENEBRI - Tattersalls Hotel COOLONGOLOOK - BP Roadhouse COONAMBLE - Coonamble Cellars GOSFORD - Oldfield Cellars GOULBURN - Empire Hotel ISLINGTON - Islington Cellars KEMPSEY - Southside Cellars KILCARE - Kilcare Cellars LAURIETON - Laurieton Cellars LORD HOWE ISLAND MACKSVILLE - Nambucca River Co-Op MACLEAN - Cane Cutters Bar & Grill MULLUMBIMBY - Court House Hotel MURWILLUMBAH - Tweed Tavern NABIAC - The Old Bank Centre General Store Nabiac NAMBUCCA - Nambucca Liquor RAYMOND TERRACE - Lakeside Village Tavern RAYMOND TERRACE - The Clare Castle Hotel SCOTTS HEAD - Scotts Head Liquor Store SOUTH LISMORE - Station Hotel SOUTH WEST ROCKS - South West Rocks Cellars TERRIGAL - Terrigal Cellars TUCABIA - Tucabia Village Store TWEED HEADS - Local Liquor Panorama TWEED HEADS - The Bay Boozatorium URUNGA - Urunga Cellars WOY WOY - The Old Pub Woy Woy Hotel YAMBA - Pacific Hotel Yamba

COUNTRY NSW ADELONG - Spar Supermarket Adelong CONDOBOLIN - Imperial Hotel Condobolin DENILIQUIN - Railway Hotel Deniliquin DUBBO - Sid's Bottleshop HARDEN - Local Liquor Harden IGA LITHGOW - Commercial Hotel MT VICTORIA - Imperial Cellars NYNGAN - Local Liquor Nyngan Foodworks QUIRINDI - Federal Hotel SINGLETON - Club House Hotel TAMWORTH - Longyard Hotel URALLA - TJ's Cellars WAGGA WAGGA - Local Liquor Ashmont Hotel WAGGA WAGGA - Riverina Co-Op WALGETT - Gateway Hotel WEST WYALONG - Tattersalls Hotel

SYDNEY REGION ALEXANDRIA - The Potting Shed BARDWELL PARK - Bardwell Park Cellars BAULKHAM MILLS - Hills Winehouse & Supermarket BEROWRA - Berowra Village Tavern BONNET BAY - Bonnet Bay Supermarket & Liquor BROADWAY - Sydney Cellars CAMBRIDGE PARK - Cambridge Park Cellars CAMPSIE - The Wineman CHESTER HILL - Local Liquor Chester Hill CROMER - Cromer Cellars CRONULLA - Bottlo'Briens DULWICH HILL - Dulwich Hill Cellars ENMORE - Enmore Fine Wines GRANVILLE - Granville Cellars GRAYS POINT - Jackson's Liquor GUILDFORD - Guildford Cellars, Bains Liquor HEBERSHAM - Liquor Loft HELENSBURGH - Centennial Heritage Cellars HILL TOP - Hill Top Village Store KARIONG - Kariong Tavern KINGSDENE - Kingsdene Cellars LAKEMBA - Lakemba Cellars, Liquor Emporium MASCOT - Local Liquor Mascot Spar MOSMAN - Mosman Cellars NORTH CURL CURL - North Curl Curl Cellars OAKDALE - Local Liquor Oakdale OYSTER BAY - Oyster Bay Cellars PANANIA - Panania Cellars PITT TOWN - Pitt Town Bottleshop RICHMOND - Richmond Inn SANS SOUCI - Supabarn Sans Souci SHALVEY - Shalvey Liquor Supply SILVERDALE - Local Liquor Silverdale STANWELL PARK - Stanwell Park Cellars STRATHFIELD - Strathfield Cellars SURRY HILLS - Surry Hills Fine Wines SUTHERLAND - Shire Cellars THIRLMERE - Local Liquor Thirlmere TURRAMURRA - C'ellar Vie ULTIMO - Liquor and Wattle WATERLOO - Bourke Street Wine Shop WEST HOXTON - West Hoxton Liquor WILLMOT - Local Liquor Willmot Friendly Grocer YARRAWARRAH - Yarrawarrah IGA

VICTORIA WODONGA - Federation Cellars