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WHAT'S ON?

NAME THAT WINE!

Get out and about this autumn

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Official Canberra Day Wine

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BUCKET LIST BARS

POPPING THE CORK ON CHAMPAGNE!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS AUTUMN 2017

PRODUCT FEATURES

07 11 Top 5 Under $25

06 Perfect Match: Pad Thai

07 Whisk Yourself Away

Sesión Tequila The moment has arrived

New Product Spotlight

Bacardi Oakheart Smooth, spiced taste

17 In Fact: Popping the cork on Champagne!

Bucket List Bars

What’s on? Get out and about this Autumn

Name that Wine! Canberra Day wine

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15 REGION FEATURE

Canberra Wine Trails Discover the Canberra wine region

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THERE ARE BARS…AND THEN THERE ARE BARS LOCATED IN THE MOST EXOTIC OF LOCATIONS THAT TAKE YOUR DRINKING EXPERIENCE TO A WHOLE NEW LEVEL. WE’VE SCOURED THE WORLD TO PICK OUT THE 10 BARS YOU NEED TO VISIT BEFORE YOU KICK THE PROVERBIAL. 1

Northern Lights Bar, Iceland Perched on stilts with a backdrop of majestic mountainous lava fields, the award-winning Northern Lights bar is part of the super chic ION Adventure Hotel and your perfect vantage point for viewing the epic Northern Lights. Enjoy the cool vibe of Nordic décor, Icelandic folk tunes and dimmed lights as you sip cocktails and look out through the walled glass for a sighting of the eerie green light show. What to order: a frozen shot of Brennivín: Iceland’s signature liquor.

Baobab Tree Bar, South Africa

Hotel Edelweiss, Switzerland Where better to enjoy a beer than 2,000 metres above the ground surrounded on all sides by a magnificent mountain panorama formed by 21 peaks at the heart of the Alps? After a hard day’s skiing in winter or hiking in summer, you can relax on the sun drenched terrace as you take in the breathtaking views of the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau mountain range as well as stunning open views of the surrounding Swiss Alps. What to order: A refreshing stein of Quöllfrisch lager.

This tiny bar is located in the hollow of a 1700 year old African baobab tree in Limpopo Province, South Africa, and can only serve 15 guests at a time. When baobabs become a thousand years old, they begin to hollow inside and the owners of this particular tree have transformed it into a fully functioning bar – complete with a wine cellar, music system, draught beer and a dart board! What to order: A glass of Pinotage, South Africa’s signature wine that’s a cross between Pinot noir and Cinsaut.

Rick's Café, Jamaica Resting at the top of a cliff on the far west end of Jamaica, this iconic bar is renown not just for watching world-famous sunsets but also for the daring antics of people diving off the surrounding cliffs. Whilst sipping margaritas you can watch locals and tourists alike plunge into the crystal clear water up to 20 metres below. You might even be tempted to jump yourself – but take care – this is a notoriously dangerous spot for less wary tourists. What to order: Rick’s world-famous Rum Punch

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KET LIST 8

Rooftop Bar, Bab-al-shams, Dubai

Icebar, Sweden

Situated in the heart of the desert and nestled in the dunes of Dubai, this rooftop lounge is located in the luxurious Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa. Head up to the roof in the late afternoon to catch the magical sunset, then sink back and enjoy a few drinks under the stars whilst enjoying live music and dancers.

The land of never-ending winters holds the bragging rights for the world's first ice bar, established in 1994. Located above the Arctic Circle, it's situated inside a luxurious ice hotel, where you can sip on cocktails or Champagne (out of glasses made entirely of ice) and dance on a floor made of snow, with people who travel here from all over the world. Every year artists redesign the bar with a different theme, using 40 to 50 tonnes of ice blocks harvested from the Torne River. What to order: A Gray Wolf - Absolut Vodka, lingonberry juice and fresh lime.

What to order: Experience the exoticism of the Souk with a Sumac Sour cocktail.

The Sky Bar, Bangkok

At over 250 metres high, the Sky Bar is one of the highest rooftop bars in the world, rising 63 stories above the streets of Bangkok, on the roof of Lebua State Tower. Promising an extensive menu of seasonal cocktails, carefully crafted by the resident mixologists, sipping a cold beer or zesty cocktail while the sun goes down over the city is the perfect beginning or close to any Thailand trip.

Alux Caverna Lounge, Mexico This 18000 year old geological formation is the largest cave bar in the world and a mystical backdrop for your evening cocktail. Make sure you explore the many grottos and caverns, underground river and stalactites as you take the loop through the cave before returning to the chandelier lit lounge for drinks.

What to order: The Hangovertini – a tribute to "The Hangover Part II" which featured a few key scenes at the bar – this cocktail may lead to a night of poor decisions!

What to order: Paloma – a local cocktail made with grapefruit and tequila.

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The Water and Wind Bar, Vietnam

The Bucket List Bar, Bondi

Situated at the centre of a lake in the Binh Doung Province, this thatched bamboo dome works in harmony with wind energy and the water from the lake to create a naturally cool ventilated space. Stepping-stones lead across the reflection and into the massive thatched hut where lamps adorn the walls to create the perfect Zen hideout for a few reflective beverages.

It seems fitting that we should end our bucket list with the iconic bar of the same title, located in our very own backyard. This Bondi Hipster haven by the sea has long been famous for buckets of beer, Pimm’s and prawns (different buckets) whilst offering front row views of the most beautiful beach in the world.

What to order: Pho Cocktail – an infusion of grand Marnier, gin and pho spices.

What to order: A Pimm’s pitcher (to share, obviously).

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THE OFFICIAL C A N B E R R A DAY WI N E

NAME THAT WINE! If Canberra was a wine, what would it be called? That was the question Local Liquor asked Canberrans in a competition to name their official limited edition Canberra Day Wine, created in collaboration with leading local winemaker Nick O’Leary. Hundreds of names poured in and each one reviewed. But one winner ultimately stood out.

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“Walt ‘n’ Marion” was the winning name submitted by Bernie Yates, who looked to Marion and Walter Burley Griffin, the architects of Canberra, for his inspiration. “Being a wine to commemorate Canberra Day, a celebration of the official naming of the National Capital in 1913, I thought that a name that reminded us of the contribution that Walter and Marion Griffin made to this wonderful place we live in would be right,” says Bernie. As well as winning the naming rights, Bernie helped design the label with local advertising agency, Coordinate and attended lunch with three friends at Nick O’Leary’s winery for an afternoon of wine tasting, food and ‘barrel’ sampling. “Nick O’Leary is one of the Canberra region’s young guns, with an award-

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winning reputation,” says Bernie. “So it was a real privilege to be able to taste the different barrels and contribute suggestions for their blending in making the final wine.” As well as seeing his winning name printed on over 6,000 bottles to be sold at all Local Liquor stores in the ACT and NSW, Bernie chose a local charity that would receive $1 from every bottle sold, and received a year’s supply of the Canberra Day wine (that’s 52 bottles!) Local Liquor Supplier and Group Brands Manager Craig Hazelton says that creating the wine and the competition was all about reinforcing their commitment to keeping things local. “As a Canberra-based group, we wanted to create something that would really engage the community whilst supporting our local wine industry,” he says. “People in the Canberra region are very wine knowledgeable so the competition really resonated with them.” So successful was the response, that Local Liquor will look to continue the competition annually, partnering with a different winemaker each year. So if you’ve got a winning name up your sleeve, be sure to make a submission. In the meantime, you can pick up a bottle of the Walt ‘n’ Marion Shiraz from any Local Liquor, Liquor & Co and Supabarn stores for just $27.99.

‘‘WE WANTED TO CREATE SOMETHING THAT WOULD REALLY ENGAGE THE COMMUNITY WHILST SUPPORTING OUR LOCAL WINE INDUSTRY’’

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Canberra every day! Canberra has much to celebrate; and our official Canberra Day wine embodies all that we love about our great city. Every time you purchase a bottle youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re supporting:

A local winemaker, a local charity and a local business.

$1 from every bottle sold goes to support victims of family violence through a local charity.

Available exclusively at Local Liquor, Liquor & Co and Supabarn

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TOP 5 SUMMER WINES

TOP 5 UNDER $25 CATALINA SOUNDS SAUVIGNON BLANC $2499 EACH At Catalina Sounds we aim to produce a Sauvignon Blanc that is both stylistically classic and compelling. Sourced predominantly from our home Waihopai Valley vineyard, we allow the fruit to tell its story and add in subtle textural layers through a small amount of oak fermentation and lees aging.

HENKELL TROCKEN $1699 EACH

OYSTER BAY PINOT GRIS $1999 EACH

Henkell is a classic German sparkling wine produced since 1856, and is known for its smooth, creamy flavour and crisp, refreshing taste. This dry, sparkling wine is enjoyed in over 100 countries.

With flavour intensity and hallmark aromatic characteristics, Oyster Bay Hawkeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bay Pinot Gris captures the delicate aromatic flavours of Pinot Gris whilst retaining its natural vibrancy and purity. Hawkeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bay is arguably the most exciting find for the cultivation of Pinot Gris in New Zealand, producing vibrant, fully ripened varietal flavours.

Henkell, the perfect choice to celebrate those little moments in everyday life as well as the big celebrations.

THE OWL & THE PUSSYCAT MERLOT $1199 EACH Discover the wonder of our 2013 Merlot, with its luscious ripe blackberry aromas, leading to a fleshy palate bursting with ripe plum and dark berry fruit balanced with subtle spice revealing a soft velvety finish.

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DE BORTOLI WINDY PEAK PINOT NOIR $1299 EACH From the Yarra Valley, this fragrant, complex Pinot Noir has flavours of cherry, red fruits & background spice. Soft and supple, balanced by a plump finish. The grapes are both hand and machine harvested with a percentage of the hand harvested used for whole bunch inclusion. A combination of winemaking techniques is used to produce a final blend with complexity and balance.

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PERFECT MATCH

PAD THAI Our 3 best pairings BRANCOTT ESTATE PINOT NOIR A mix of red cherry and dark berry fruit notes with a slightly earthy, spicy complexity and hints of oak toast on the nose. It delivers sweet cherry fruit on the palate overlaying tobacco and liquorice spice notes,with hints of fruit and spicy toast supporting this into the finish.

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CALABRIA PRIVATE BIN VERMENTINO

ROSEMOUNT MEAL MATCHERS WHITE BLEND

A lighter style white with bright aromatics of lemongrass, lime zest and fresh almond flavours. These fresh flavours match well with a bowl of authentic Pad Thai, serve chilled.

Perfect partner to richly spiced Asian dishes, such as Prawn Pad Thai. The rich, nutty characters and subtle saltiness of Pad Thai are nicely balanced by the delicate sweetness of lychee and passionfruit in the wine. With a refreshing, zesty finish $1099 and hints of lime, the EACH Meal Matchers White Blend leaves a crisp, clean finish.

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Brancott Estate Pinot Noir

Calabria Private Bin Vermentino

Rosemount Meal Matchers White Blend

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SESIÓN

BLANCO

REPOSADO

MOCHA

For the discerning tequila drinker

Strong & smooth from start to finish

A dessert sensation

TEQUILA

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TEQUILA

09 The moment has arrived

PRODUCT FEATURE

The Sesión story Sesión Tequila is borne out of genuine moments experienced between our founders, Jennifer Hawkins and Jake Wall.

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Sesión is made for sharing with friends, new and old – enjoying the moment together, no matter where you are. Enjoy a moment with some of our delicious cocktails below. Share your #sesionmoments

With a passion for sharing their experiences, they enlisted the expertise of industry veterans Tim Freeburn and Shane McKillen – collectively establishing the brand and selecting the perfect distilling partner in Mexico. The name translates as “Session” in Spanish, created to be enjoyed over the course of a moment, shared with friends.

Sesión Mocha

To create a tequila that offers the pleasure of celebrating the moment, an alliance with years of experience in distilling and production were core to Sesión’s founding. Production takes place in the rich agave fields of Jalisco, Mexico where Sesión is produced under the watch of the Beckmann family – the oldest dynasty of tequila producers, boasting over 250 years of experience.

50ML SESIÓN MOCHA

Midnight Mocha 50ML FRESH COCONUT WATER LIME WEDGE Add Sesión Mocha and Coconut Water to an ice filled tumbler and stir briefly. Add a squeeze of lime to garnish.

Sesión Blanco

Grapefruit & Rosemary Margarita 45ML SESIÓN BLANCO 15ML TRIPLE SEC (COINTREAU) 20ML LIME JUICE 30ML RUBY GRAPEFRUIT JUICE 2 DROPS PEYCHAUDS BITTERS 2 DROPS GRAPEFRUIT BITTERS ROSEMARY SPRIG Add ingredients, cover with ice, shake hard and strain over fresh ice in rocks glass. Clap rosemary sprig against hand, gently rub rim to disperse aroma, and use to garnish drink along with grapefruit wedge.

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WHISK YOURSELF AWAY ON A WHISKEY (OR WHISKY) TOUR Just as wine tastes better at the vineyard, there is no better way to appreciate the liquid gold of whiskey then going straight to the source. Here are three places around the world where you should sample the ’water of life’.

Scotland

Whisky is the closest thing to Scotland in a glass and there really is no better way to imbue a wee dram of this world-famous elixir than in its ultimate homeland. Choose from tours that bring together the finest malts with outstanding food and drink, great golf, romantic castles and staggeringly lovely scenery.

Don’t Miss: Glenfiddich Distillery Offering three tours, all of which illustrate the stages of whisky production, you can tour this historic distillery in a 90 minute, 2.5 hour, or 4 hour experience that will leave you with the taste of one of the finest whisky’s from Scotland.

Kentucky, USA

Tasmania

Discover why the world thirsts for the distinct mellow flavour of Bourbon as you follow the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, featuring more than 20 working distilleries. With the opportunity to sample some of your favourite brands with behind the scenes tours, make sure you also explore Mammoth Cave National Park, visit Fort Knox and cruise down the Mississippi for the complete Kentucky experience.

With its unique, flavoursome barley, artesian waters and plentiful bogs, Tasmania has become the new holy grail of the perfect single malt. Home to 13 distilleries that make whisky the old-fashioned way, you can combine your trip with a hike to the peak of Mount Wellington, a visit to the controversial gallery MONA, and kayaking around Battery Point.

Don’t miss:

Sullivan’s Cove Distillery

Maker’s Mark Distillery

Known for putting Australian Whisky on the map after winning ‘World's Best Whisky’ at the World Whiskies Awards in London, 2014; Sullivan’s Cove offers small tours that give you an insight into their traditional methods using only pure Tasmanian ingredients.

Located on 650 picturesque acres in the heart of Kentucky, a tour at this distillery offers you a comprehensive look at the making of bourbon, capping off with a tasting and opportunity to handdip a bottle in the bourbon’s signature red wax.

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CANBERRA WINE TRAILS THE CANBERRA WINE REGION BOASTS A STRING OF MULTI-AWARD WINNING WINES INCLUDING NICK O’LEARY, CLONAKILLA AND FOUR WINDS. SO WITH MORE THAN 30 WINERIES WITHIN A 35 MINUTES DRIVE OF THE CITY, ALONG WITH A VARIETY OF INDULGENT DINING EXPERIENCES, WE’VE PUT TOGETHER A COUPLE OF ITINERARIES FOR YOU TO EXPERIENCE SOME OF THE BEST. (JUST MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A DESIGNATED DRIVER, STAY OVERNIGHT OR JOIN A TOUR). Murrumbateman Region 9.30am: Breakfast Poachers Pantry Enjoy an incredible range of their gourmet smoked meats in a beautifully restored 1930s weatherboard cottage. Must try: Poachers big breakfast 11.00am: Wine tasting Eden Road Wines A boutique wine company creating exciting contemporary wines. Must-try: The Long Road Syrah 12.30pm: Wine tasting & lunch Four Winds Vineyard Enjoy a glass of their wine in one hand and a slice of woodfired pizza in the other. Must-try: Shiraz Rosé or Sangiovese 2.30pm: Wine Tasting Clonakilla Celebrated as one of the best wineries in Australia for their distinctive wines. Must-try: Shiraz Viognier

Lake George Region 4.00pm: Wine Tasting Murrumbateman Winery Traditional methods meet creativity to produce award winning cool climate wines. Must-try: Mollie's Block Sauvignon Blanc 5.30pm: Sweet treats Robyn Rowe Chocolates You can’t by-pass these irresistible chocolates using only the finest Belgian Fair Trade couverture. Must-try: Clonakilla Muscat Mousse 6.30pm Dinner & Accommodation Surveyor’s Hill Vineyard Enjoy their award winning wines over dinner (but call ahead to book), then retire to the quaint heritage cottage overnight. Must-try: Sparkling Chardonnay-Pinot Noir with Wild Rabbit Leek & Potato Pie

9:30am Breakfast & Wine Tasting Lake George Winery Enjoy a lavish breakfast overlooking the spectacular Lake George then straight to sampling in the cellar. Must-try: Westering Breakfast Must-try wine: Giannoula Riesling 11am: Wine Tasting Lerida Estate On the shores of Lake George, the cellar door is an experience in itself. Must-try: Josephine Pinot Noir 12.30pm Wine Tasting & Lunch Lark Hill Winery & Restaurant Relax over a long lunch on the deck as you look out over the vineyard. Must-try: Roxanne (Blanc de Noir)

2.30pm Wine Tasting Gundog Estate The perfect setting for trying their range of exciting wines Must-try: Hunter’s Semillon 4pm Wine Tasting Tallagandra Hill Sample great wines and purchase some locally produced oils and preserves. Must-try: “Sassy” Red 7pm Dinner Grazing, Gundaroo This award-winning restaurant is an absolute must for sampling the best of the region’s food and wine. 10pm Accommodation The Nest at Gundaroo End your day in a luxury villa within the historic, rural village of Gundaroo.

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Neil McGuigan, Chief Winemaker and CEO

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ONE AUSTRALIAN WINERY STANDS ALONE. International Winemaker of the Year for a world record 4th time. In November 2016, McGuigan Wines entered the history books after being named International Winemaker of the Year for a record fourth time at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) in London. Having previously won the title in 2009, 2011 and 2012, the fourth award has taken the Hunter Valley winery into new territory, as it became the first winery in the world to win the award four times in the competition’s 47-year history. As the 2017 vintage looms around Australia, we sat down with Neil McGuigan, Chief Winemaker for McGuigan Wines to discuss his incredible win and what lies ahead for Australian wine.

Congratulations on your incredible win, Neil – did you think you could do it for the fourth time? Thank you – I’m very humbled by the award. I believe these awards aren’t just good for us but great for Australian wine in general. We had a purple patch from 2009 to 2012, and I had my doubts as to whether we’d do it again, but thankfully our commitment to making quality wine has carried us through to the fourth time. Is this something you set out to achieve when you joined the business? When I first re-joined the business I put a challenge out to the McGuigan winemaking team, which was more about creating true, iconic wines for our brand than winning this particular award. The process allowed us to change the way we made wine every day; we had the ambition to craft wines of the highest calibre and then channelled the energy and focus to be on quality at every step of the process. I believe this process of making the wine the hero has led us to where we are today as four-time International Winemaker of the Year.

What is it about Australian wine that attracts people to it?

Which of your wines would you suggest people buy to drink now?

I’d have to say generosity of fruit – our raw materials (the grapes) are arguably the best in the world, made better by the climate in which we operate.

Our McGuigan Shortlist range continually over delivers at its price point - we receive this feedback almost every week. Our 2016 Shortlist Chardonnay from the Adelaide Hills is always a crowd favourite, as is our Shortlist Shiraz from the Barossa Valley. For an everyday drink, our BIN range is drinking superbly!

How is the 2017 vintage looking? We’re right in the thick of it in the Hunter Valley! The season in the Hunter has never been kinder thanks to beautiful, dry conditions. The grapes look fantastic; last week we picked our Hunter Chardonnay which is set to knock socks off this year.

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However, the other regions across Australia are actually ripening much slower than normal. We don’t expect the inland districts to start vintage until early February, with the Barossa, Adelaide Hills and the South East of Australia probably a month behind where we were last year. That said, all is looking good at present but there is still a long way to go.

FOUR TIME INTERNATIONAL WINEMAKER OF THE YEAR.

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LATEST & GREATEST

NEW PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

ROAM 6 pack x 330 mL

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ROAM Sweet, easy drinking, low-hop beers with a dash of spirit and a twist of fruit - 4.5%ABV ROAM is a beer with a dash of....

VODKA & WATERMELON OR TEQUILA & LIME The fresh fruit aroma and upfront spirit taste are strong. The beer cuts-through this potency to deliver true refreshment, unexpected complexity, and balance. The finish is clean and crisp like beer, with no sticky aftertaste.

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Pure Blonde Crisp Apple Cider 6 Pack x 355mL

Truvée Rosé 750mL

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PURE BLONDE CRISP APPLE CIDER Pure Blonde Cider is a crisp, apple cider with 60% less sugar and 50% less carbs than regular ciders. Made with crushed apples, Pure Blonde Cider is a better option for adults who enjoy an active lifestyle and are looking for a light, crisp refreshing apple cider.

TRUVEE ROSE THE MORE YOU LOOK, THE MORE YOU FIND. Fittingly derived from the French verb ‘to find,’ each bottle of Truvée is a celebration of women who follow their passions, enjoy fulfilment beyond the day-today and go after what matters most. At the heart of Truvée lies a collective of inspiring, creative, playful and passionate women. Truvée Rosé 2016 is a refreshing, sophisticated style of wine. Soft petal-pink with enticing aromas of pomegranate and red berries. This is a delicious Rosé with a hint of blood orange on the palate and lingering flavours of fresh strawberries and cream. Simply enticing.

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WHAT'S ON THIS AUTUMN THERE ARE SOME SERIOUSLY COOL EVENTS TO WARM YOU UP THIS AUTUMN. HERE ARE OUR TOP PICKS:

Art, Not Apart

Orange F.O.O.D Week

18 MARCH 17 Canberra

31 MARCH 17 – 9 APRIL 17 Orange

Things get arty with performance art, music, street food, dance parties and more.

Experience the best of the region’s food and wine in a festival atmosphere.

Canberra Craft Beer & Cider Festival 18 MARCH 17 Canberra Australian breweries showcase their best along with live bands, food and entertainment.

Skyfire 18 MARCH 17 Canberra Watch 20 minutes of world class fireworks set to a soundtrack broadcast on Hit104.7.

Canberra Comedy Festival 20-26 MARCH 17 Canberra See the finest comedic talent from around the world over one week of belly laughs.

National Folk Festival 13-17 APRIL 17 Canberra Get your folk on with a lineup that includes Ben Whiting, Katey Brooks and The Changing Room.

Bluesfest 13-17 APRIL 17 Byron Bay Spend Easter grooving to the likes of Patti Smith, Courtney Barnett, Santana and Mary J Bilge!

Groovin The Moo (GTM) 7 MAY 17 University of Canberra Features the hottest overseas and local acts including The Wombats, Snakehips and more.

Vivid Sydney MAY 17 – JUNE 17 Sydney Immerse yourself in a creative canvas of light, music and ideas

Batlow Cider Fest MAY 17 Batlow A cider street party that comes alive with great entertainment, food and, of course, cider.

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IN FACT

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The new T’Gallant A range of lively Australian sparkling wines from T’Gallant, including Chardonnay Pinot Noir, Prosecco and Pink Moscato. T’Gallant’s fresh look and feel will gradually roll out across the entire range of wines, taking cues from T’Gallant’s pioneering and free-spirited origins. In the 1990s, T’Gallant founders went against advice to introduce and champion Pinot Gris and Girgio in Australia on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula after having fallen in love with the variety in Europe (Gris and Grigio are the same grape variety, typically made in different styles). It is this pioneering approach and self-belief that has set T’Gallant apart. Today, T’Gallant has continued a tradition of producing fresh, food-friendly Australian wines with lively personalities.

An introduction to our varietals Prosecco is an Italian white grape varietal. The main ingredient of Bellini cocktails, Prosecco is the fastest growing sparkling varietal in Australia. Proseccos are typically refreshing, dry and citrusy with a hint of sweet flavour. Chardonnay Pinot Noir is a classic sparkling wine blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. The white Chardonnay grape gives the wine its finesse and aging ability, while the red Pinot Noir adds structure and fruit. Moscato is a sweet and floral wine, produced in both still and sparkling styles, with a refreshing sweet flavour. T’Gallant Pink Moscato is made from Frontignac grapes which are pink in colour and which give the wine its blush hue.

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T’Gallant Pink Moscato is fragrant, sweet and fully spritzed. It pairs beautifully with sweeter dishes and even spicy Asian food.

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T’Gallant Chardonnay Pinot Noir exudes white peach aromas and citrus flavours with a hint of bread dough. This classic sparkling complements light salads, canapés and seafood.

T’Gallant Prosecco is fresh and dry with aromas of citrus, apple and pear leading to a bright and zesty finish. This sparkling wine makes a great aperitif or complement to antipasto, cured meats, subtle cheeses and seafood.

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POPPING THE CORK ON CHAMPAGNE! Everyone loves a glass of sparkling – but how much do you know about your bubbles? Find out with our fun facts on French Fizz…

The original Champagne glass was rumoured to be moulded from Marie Antoinette’s left breast. 0

Sparkling wine cannot be called Champagne, unless it’s made from one of the three grape varieties (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) grown in a region of France called…Champagne.

There are around 49 million bubbles in a 750mL bottle of Champagne. The finer the bubbles, the better the quality.

Forget the flutes, experts say Champagne is best served in a wine glass. 0

Marilyn Monroe took a bath in Champagne. It took 350 bottles to fill up the tub. 0

Champagne corks pop out at speeds of 64km per hour on average. 0

The longest recorded flight of a Champagne cork is 54 metres – more than half the length of a football field.

If you’re drinking good Champagne, you should see bubble trains on the sides of the glass. 0

Not shaken or stirred – James Bond has been spotted drinking Champagne more than 35 times in his films.

10 In the 19th century, members of English high society polished their boots with Champagne.

11 The pressure in a Champagne bottle is around three times the amount of pressure that is in an average car tyre.

12 The most expensive bottle of Champagne was created for an “unnamed client” for USD $2.07 million. The bottle was handcrafted from 18-carat solid gold with a 19-carat white diamond at its centre.

13 On average 28,000 bottles of Champagne are served at Wimbledon each year.

14 On average, there are 24 Champagne-cork related fatalities each . More than a third occur at weddings.

15 It’s the drink of choice for Super models. Champagne contains less calories than many other drinks –a gin and tonic has 7 times more calories for example.

16 Research suggests that drinking one to three glasses of Champagne each week could counteract memory loss associated with ageing! Where’d you put that bottle?

17 Party trick 1: If you drop a sultana into Champagne it will travel from the top of the glass to the bottom continuously… apparently.

18 Party trick 2: Here’s how to build your own champagne cascade: Base level: 60 glasses Level 1: 30 glasses Level 2: 10 glasses Level 3: 4 glasses Level 4: 1 glass

SOVINO AUTUMN 2017

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 - Campbell Liquor Discounts CANBERRA - Local Liquor East Row IGA X-Press CASEY - Supabarn Casey CHAPMAN - Local Liquor Chapman IGA COOK - Local Liquor Cook Friendly Grocer CRACE - Supabarn Crace CURTIN - Local Liquor Statesman Hotel DEAKIN - Local Liquor Deakin IGA EVATT - Local Liquor Evatt IGA FARRER - Local Liquor Farrer IGA X-press FLOREY - Supabarn Supa Express Florey FORDE - Local Liquor Forde 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 KAMBAH - Local Liquor Drakeford KAMBAH - Local Liquor Kambah IGA KAMBAH - Local Liquor Kambah Inn KARABAR - Local Liquor Karabar IGA KALEEN - Supabarn Supa Express Kaleen 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 Spar Supermarket 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 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 X-press 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 FIGTREE - Figtree Cellars HORSLEY - Horsley Village Cellars KANGAROO VALLEY - Friendly Inn LAKE HEIGHTS - Lake Heights Cellars MERIMBULA - Liquor & Co Merimbula Lakeview Hotel NAROOMA - Narooma Plaza Cellars THIRROUL - Ryans Hotel THIRROUL - The Beaches Hotel TUROSS HEAD - Tuross Cellars

VICTORIA WODONGA - Federation Cellars

CENTRAL/NORTH COAST BANGALOW - Bangalow Hotel BELLINGEN - Bellingen Providore BILAMBIL - Bilambil Cellars BUDGEWOI - The Coast Hotel BULAHDELAH - The Lady Jane Motor Inn and Liquor Supplies BYRON BAY- The Great Northern Hotel CLUNES - Clunes Liquor Store & Cellars COFFS HARBOUR - Pier Hotel COLLARENEBRI - Tattersalls Hotel COOLONGOLOOK - BP Roadhouse COONAMBLE - Coonamble Cellars GOSFORD - Liquor & Co Oldfield Cellars GOULBURN - Empire Hotel GRAFTON - Hotel Motel 5 HARRINGTON - Harrigans Irish Pub ISLINGTON - Islington Cellars KENDALL - Liquor & Co Kendall Beer & Wine 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 NAMBUCCA - Nambucca Liquor NIMBIM - Nimbin Hotel 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 WOOLOOLGA - Wooloolga Beach Bottleshop 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 Grounds of 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 - Liquor & Co BottlO'Briens DULWICH HILL - Dulwich Hill Cellars ENMORE - Enmore Fine Wines GLEBE - Kauri Foreshore Hotel GLENFIELD - Glenfield Cellars GRANVILLE - Granville Cellars GRAYS POINT - Jacksons Liquor GUILDFORD - Guildford Cellars, Bains Liquor HEBERSHAM - Liquor Loft HELENSBURGH - Centennial Heritage Cellars HILL TOP - Hill Top Village Store KINGSDENE - Kingsdene Cellars LAKEMBA - Lakemba Cellars, Liquor Emporium MASCOT - Local Liquor Mascot Spar MASCOT - Mascot Liquor Supply MOSMAN - Liquor & Co Mosman Cellars NORTHBRIDGE - Northbridge Hotel NORTH CURL CURL - North Curl Curl Cellars OAKDALE - Local Liquor Oakdale OYSTER BAY - Oyster Bay Cellars PARRAMATTA - The Royal Oak Hotel PITT TOWN - Pitt Town Bottleshop RICHMOND - Richmond Inn SANS SOUCI - Supabarn Sans Souci 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 ULTIMO - Liquor and Wattle WATERLOO - Bourke Street Wine Shop WESTMEAD - Westmead Liquor Shoppe WEST HOXTON - West Hoxton Liquor WILLMOT - Local Liquor Willmot Friendly Grocer YARRAWARRAH - Yarrawarrah IGA

99.9% SUGAR FREE BEER. -ON AVERAGE-