George Fistonich started Villa Maria as a one-man band in 1961. An icon of the NZ wine industry, this family owned company became a global brand in just 50 years. Villa Maria's Cellar Selection is an intensely flavoured, elegant and food-friendly wine range.

Established in 1994 and named after the landmark Wither Hills range that borders the vineyards, the Wither Hills expert team grow and craft expressive wines New Zealanders know and trust to represent quality. Wither Hills Hawke's Bay Syrah is crammed full of dark fruit, pepper, spice and floral notes an elegantly textured wine with seductive, lingering toasty oak. The essence of Hawke's Bay in a glass.

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Shiraz is a benchmark example of cool-climate Australian Shiraz, known for its elegant style. The 2019 has pristine berry fruits dominating the nose. Initially, the reds fruits are apparent - cranberries and redcurrants but then there is darker fruit more blackcurrant. A classic medium-bodied Shiraz palate, crunchy dark berries with black pepper and some sweeter cinnamon notes. The 2019 has a lovely texture - fine tannin with lively acidity.

Vinework presents the opportunity to experience a seasonal voyage from the vineyard to the glass - from growth to creation. Crafted in celebration of the hours spent walking amongst the vines, watching, tending, tasting - connecting with the growers and the region's land. A medium to full-bodied generous wine with plenty of inky fruits; Blackberries, redcurrants and spice. The jubey fruits and approachable tannins combine to produce a moreish wine, supple in structure with a wonderful persistence of flavour.

Deep crimson in colour with bright, brambly, berry aromas complemented by notes of cinnamon, black olive and pepper. A vibrant palate with loads of pomegranate and blackberry, it is silky and bright with fine, powdery tannins.

A moreish Barossa Shiraz that is approachable, full-bodied and fleshy. Deep and brooding with aromas of dark fruits, red spices, anise and ripe cherries, the palate flows with even texture towards a soft finish.