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These are wines with structure, with story, and with something to say.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFrom the sun-drenched vineyards of southern Italy to the noble hillsides of Burgundy and Bordeaux, each bottle here carries the unmistakable character of its origin, bold without being aggressive, concentrated without losing elegance.Perfect with slow-cooked meats, aged cheeses, hearty pasta, and long evenings around the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOrganic and low-intervention, because the best richness comes from the vine, not the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vigneti-vallorani-kone-piceno-superiore-doc-2019","title":"Vigneti Vallorani Kone Piceno Superiore DOC 2019","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDark, juicy and quietly serious, but never heavy. Kone’ is made from Montepulciano and Sangiovese grown in the rolling hills of Marche, where warm days and cooling breezes build depth without losing freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFermented naturally and aged in large oak, this is all about balance rather than muscle. Think black cherry, plum skin, dried herbs and a whisper of spice, wrapped in soft, savoury tannins. The kind of red that feels right at the table, generous, comforting, and endlessly drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCrafted by a small, family-run estate focused on organic farming and minimal intervention, letting the place speak first. A proper Italian red for pasta nights, slow-cooked meats, or simply a good glass and good company.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alessa Vino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44616510734656,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5187\/5392\/files\/Kone_Vigneti_Vallarani.png?v=1770613309"},{"product_id":"nicodemi-le-murate-montepulciano-dabruzzo-2022","title":"Nicodemi Le Murate Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC 2022","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"541\" data-start=\"244\"\u003eLe Murate comes from family-run \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFattoria Nicodemi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, pioneers of organic viticulture in Abruzzo, farming high-altitude vineyards with a hands-off, nature-first philosophy. The Nicodemi family lets Montepulciano do what it does best: speak clearly of place, without make-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"810\" data-start=\"543\"\u003eThink ripe black cherry, dark plum and wild berries, wrapped in dried herbs, soft spice and a gentle earthy note.\u003cbr data-end=\"663\" data-start=\"660\"\u003eThe palate is\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ejuicy, polished and quietly structured, fine tannins, bright natural acidity and a savoury finish that feels distinctly Italian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"810\" data-start=\"543\"\u003eJust honest, soulful Montepulciano made for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"810\" data-start=\"543\"\u003eComforting. Grounded. Utterly drinkable.\u003cbr data-end=\"1040\" data-start=\"1037\"\u003eExactly how we like our reds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alessa Vino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47466867065152,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5187\/5392\/files\/nicodemi_le_murate.png?v=1770614937"},{"product_id":"sobrero-langhe-bianco-vii-doc-chardonnay-2022","title":"Cantina Sobrero Francesco Langhe Bianco VII DOC 2022","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"336\"\u003eAnother quietly brilliant Chardonnay from the Langhe pure, composed, and full of quiet confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eCrafted by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFlavio Sobrero\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Castiglione Falletto, from limestone-rich hillside vineyards that naturally deliver freshness and precision. Fermented with indigenous yeasts and matured mostly in stainless steel with a small portion in neutral oak, building gentle texture without losing clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eClassic, finely structured Langhe Chardonnay with beautiful depth of fruit, cut with a mineral line and soft natural acidity. Layers of pear, yellow apple, citrus and subtle almond, with a delicate creamy edge and a long, clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"934\"\u003ePure.\u003cbr data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eBalanced.\u003cbr data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"921\"\u003eEffortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eWine for the table.\u003cbr data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eNot for overthinking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alessa Vino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47499021353280,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5187\/5392\/files\/Artboard2.png?v=1733460869"},{"product_id":"mchenry-hohnen-bdx-2021","title":"McHenry Hohnen BDX 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark, smooth and seriously good drinking, this is a modern take on a classic Bordeaux blend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"262\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackcurrant, plum and dark cherry glide into cocoa, cedar and gentle spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"341\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlush through the middle with fine tannins and a long, savoury finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"414\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Bordeaux bones with a Margaret River soul.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"467\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom organic and biodynamic vineyards in Margaret River.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"526\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade by McHenry Hohnen, one of the region’s quiet pioneers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-harvested and gently extracted, nothing forced or overworked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"657\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for fire-grilled steak, slow braises and winter cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"722\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bottle you open when dinner turns into a long night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alessa Vino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47499037507904,"sku":null,"price":46.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5187\/5392\/files\/McHenry_hohnen.png?v=1770615701"},{"product_id":"podere-pradarolo-vej-bianco-antico-180-malvasia-2023","title":"Podere Pradarolo Vej Bianco Antico 180 Emilia IGP Malvasia 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eVej” in the local Parma dialect means “old” or “ancient”, as well as being the medieval name for the location where the winery stands. It is just that lost ancestral wisdom that Alberto has successfully chased and brought back to glory in this moving and infinitely complex, as well as remarkably age-worthy, natural orange wine. From an old South-facing vineyard of the typical aromatic grape Malvasia di Candia, it sees just grapes, love, masterful craft and no trickery such as selected yeasts, filtration, fining or added SO2. It is imbued with primal potency by a long 3 months maceration and then elevage in large wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alessa Vino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50113601077568,"sku":null,"price":77.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5187\/5392\/files\/Vej_Bianco.png?v=1770641693"},{"product_id":"products-mchenry-hohnen-chardonnay-laterite-hills-2024","title":"McHenry Hohnen Chardonnay Laterite Hills 2024","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"WaaZC\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"RJPOee EIJn2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjQxLWVkLOLAxV5goQIHZmpFpEQo_EKegQIAxAB\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAQ\" class=\"rPeykc\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eThis is a wine for drinking, not overthinking but it has a way of drawing you in anyway. Made by McHenry Hohnen from biodynamically farmed vineyards rooted in iron-rich laterite soils, it’s a natural expression of Margaret River that feels honest and alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eFresh, savoury and quietly structured, it opens easily at the table and keeps its shape as the meal unfolds. There’s enough depth to make you pause, but never so much that it gets in the way. A wine that feels relaxed, grounded and complete, best enjoyed with food, conversation, and no rush to finish the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alessa Vino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50300691185984,"sku":null,"price":56.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5187\/5392\/files\/16.png?v=1739949508"},{"product_id":"pierluigi-zampaglione-don-chisciotte-fiano-2022","title":"Pierluigi Zampaglione Don Chisciotte Fiano IGP 2022","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"491\" data-start=\"175\"\u003eThis is a textured, expressive and beautifully balanced Fiano we love for the table. 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It’s a Fiano that feels generous but precise, with enough structure to stand up to food while remaining easy to enjoy on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"1095\" data-start=\"775\"\u003eFood-friendly, unfussy and quietly distinctive, this is the kind of wine we’re happy to pour in the restaurant and always recommend when someone wants a white with character but no sharp edges. 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Food-friendly, unfussy and expressive without being overpowering, this is exactly the kind of white we’re happy to pour in our restaurant and one we often recommend when someone wants something aromatic but still easy to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"978\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIf you’re looking for a white with character, freshness and versatility at the table, this is a very safe place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alessa Vino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50946252210496,"sku":null,"price":62.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5187\/5392\/files\/Alessawinephotos-6.png?v=1754382531"},{"product_id":"tenute-olbios-in-vino-veritas-vermentino-di-gallura-2013","title":"Tenute Olbios In Vino Veritas Vermentino di Gallura DOCG 2013","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eThis is a textured, expressive and beautifully evolved Vermentino we love to serve when the table calls for something a little more serious. 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