Let’s just say upfront, we’ve stocked up on this wine. In mofo history, we have never seen a wine fly out the door quite like this one. No exaggeration, never before has a wine been as loved by the mofo community.

This Grand Cru Saint-Emilion is rich and ripe and at a magical point in its life, drinking very, very well. It’s a stunning example of how Bordeaux terroir shines through the merlot grape in all its generosity and finesse, with a touch of cab franc (15%) adding fresh notes to all that fruit. Expect an abundance of plums, vanilla and milk chocolate. Forest floor and herbal undergrowth are hidden softly underneath - sage and oregano, tobacco leaf. Spice ekes in around my edges, with broad, silky tannin riding on a backbone of bright acidity and keen structure. You can rest assured that you are going to be drinking the top-of-the-top of Bordeaux here.

El Enemigo might just be the most compelling producer in Mendoza today. It's the brainchild of Alejandro Vigil, head winemaker for Catena, and Aleanna Catena, daughter of Nicolas Catena. They focus on cabernet franc in their reds (with world renown), but their chardonnay is truly the game changer. James Suckling has been a huge fan since the first vintage, giving it massive scores and a regular spot in his annual Top 100 Wines list. It's an almost unique style of chardy, but there’s no shortage of classic flavours. You’ll get all the fresh citrus, green and yellow apples and white peach you could wish for. But this also sees flor ageing in barrel, not unlike sherry. And that’s where the magic happens. The fruit is enhanced with complex yeasty notes, vanillin-sweet oak and nutty-savoury undertones. It’s richly flavoured, but perfectly balanced at the same time. An all-time Mofo staff favourite wine that always delivers in spades.

Last year we were lucky enough to get our hands on the Golden Lion RESERVE shiraz from Lou Miranda. We thought it was a rare occasion, but we’ve played our cards right and are ecstatic to bring you the 2018. It’s an equally as excellent wine that feels kinda like welding a jet engine to the back of their regular shiraz. Power and other-worldly levels of deliciousness.

In the glass, the colour is a deep crimson red and there’s lifted aromas of plum, pepper, vanilla and dark chocolate. The palate is full and generous with dark fruits, interwoven spice and savoury tannins. Lou Miranda has included American oak in the ageing regime on this, adding a touch of coconut and further vanilla to the wine. It’s ready to go with a big ole’ steak right now or will happily nap in your cellar for 15 years. This big boy is here for you now and in the future. 

From 60 year old, north-facing vines situated above the quaint French town of Carianne, this single vineyard star is a blend of 43% grenache, 28% syrah, 25% caringan and a splash of counoise. Dry, sunny days ripen the fruit to provide bold and plush cherry and redcurrant notes yet, with a vineyard elevation of 250 meters, cool evenings allow retention of gorgeous poise and elegance, bringing about lovely savoury tones of fresh leather, soft spice and subtle cacao. 

This classic Rhône blend sees 18 months in large oak format which frames the wine and ensures ample cellaring without overpowering so as to showcase its fine, more subtle nuances. For ultimate enjoyment, we’d recommend pairing with a d’affinois cheese from your local fromagerie. Delish!

When young Beaujolais native Jean-Baptiste is asked what influences his winemaking, the response is simple: “passion guides me”. With an illustrious career, galavanting around the globe doing vintages from Australia’s McLaren Vale (Coriole) to USA’s Sonoma (Chalk Hill), and all over the Europe (including England) and with famous French producers, such as in Northern Rhone (Yves Cuilleron) Quite a curated apprenticeship, which ultimately lead to an insanely ambitious dream being realised. A rare opportunity to acquire the Domaine du Mont Joly, in Beaujolais. With these ancient granite soils, and 2.5 hectares of vines, it’s all about unearthing of vast terroirs in Beaujolais-Villages.

Beaujolais blanc (aka. white wine) are like a baby Burgundy. Chardonnay is the mainstay for whites here, yet they make up only two percent of the region’s production. This is a sunshine beauty, that’s fresh but has enough richness you want. Classic chardonnay characteristics such as white nectarine, honeydew melon and hints of roasted chestnuts.

Viña Undurraga has been operating continuously for over 130 years, making them one of the most important and historic wineries in all of Chile. What better place to start when dipping your toe into Chilean wine for the first time? Ripe, red fruit flavour is enhanced by notes of cedar, vanilla and chocolate. The tannins are supple and soft, letting the energy of the fruit do the talking. It’s about as versatile a cabernet as you’re likely to find as well.