{"title":"Castagna","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJulian Castagna is an erudite and totally committed disciple of biodynamic grapegrowing and winemaking. He acknowledges that part of biodynamics has to be intuitive but also seeks to understand how the principles and practices enunciated by Rudolf Steiner in 1924 actually work. He purchased 2 egg-shaped, food-grade concrete tanks, each holding 900l. They are, he says, ‘the most perfect shape in physics’, and in the winery they reduce pressure on the lees and deposit the lees over a larger surface area, which, he believes, will eliminate the need for batonnage. His son Adam is responsible for the 400 dozen or so of Adam’s Rib made each year, complementing the production of Castagna. Exports to the UK, France, Spain, Denmark, Korea, Hong Kong and Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-JAMES HALLIDAY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"castagna-sparkling-genesis-syrah-2009","title":"2015 Castagna Sparkling Genesis Syrah 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a serious Sparkling Red. The nose is deep and compelling; black, brooding, with hints of sweet ripe, cherry-to-plum fruit, then sweet leather – old leather, with a lick of boot polish that smells both intriguing and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen come notes of cracked black pepper and dried thyme, with just a touch of star anise. The palate is supple, earthen, rich and round with a fine dry spice – vibrant and alive, with a long savoury finish. It has zero dosage, very well balanced, the fruit and tannin deliver wonderful fruit sweetness, and is best served just a bit below room temperature, certainly not cold. A wine of spicy complexity and structured elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Zero dosage sparkling syrah. Meaty, rich and round sparkling red with tight bubbles. …Very good, moreish line of saline acidity underlying. Character filled. So complex. So good.” ~ Mike Bennie in Wine Front\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41426560974934,"sku":"SK86988925","price":83.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2015_Castagna_Sparkling_Genesis_Syrah_750ml_f2107f1b-6524-44c3-a697-96c6709f22fe.png?v=1781141430"},{"product_id":"2021-castagna-barbarossa","title":"2021 Castagna Barbarossa Nebbiolo 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from Single-Vineyard, BD-Certified Estate-Grown Nebbiolo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBloody, savoury, succulent and fine-tuned …concentrated but shows power without weight… a little pinot-esque …. \u003cstrong\u003eIt’s fabulous\u003c\/strong\u003e. Mike Bennie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Castagna\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCastagna is one of the leading producers of the Beechworth region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1997, Julian and Carolann Castagna packed up their city life and moved into and caravan on a bare patch of dirt in the Beechworth region of north-east Victoria. Farmed biodynamically from the get go, the Castagnas planted their vineyard with a view to making complex Syrah in the mode of Cote-Rotie and savoury, structural Italian varieties that could compete with their European counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt's a wildly successful family business that they have built, with son Adam stepping into the winemaking role and a sea of adoring wine collectors awaiting each new release. Castagna wines are true wines of terroir. They taste of where they come from as do all of the great wines of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41426612682838,"sku":"SK44944554","price":89.8,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2021_Castagna_Barbarossa_Nebbiolo_750ml_0cacc9d7-c1e8-4424-9255-5f80f48c860e.png?v=1781142032"},{"product_id":"2021-castagna-growers-selection-chardonnay","title":"2021 Castagna Grower's Selection Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Pleasing, fresh scents of lemon-lime, faint oyster shell, sense of ‘minerals’, talc and green apple. Palate is lightly crunchy, just the faintest bit toasty, some waxiness to texture, finishes with a smudge of halva-like sweet nuttiness and a little stickiness. Moreish kind of savoury-styled wine.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinefront\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA classic Beechworth Chardonnay, straw-gold with a green tinge: aromas of hazelnut, yellow peach, and nuances of matchstick mingled with spicy-oak notes of ginger and orange zest; the attack is full of rich, peach and nectarine fruit flavours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41426612977750,"sku":"SK68674306","price":59.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/22_9be38f73-2b57-41ef-8a09-d89732871983.png?v=1781142022"},{"product_id":"2021-castagna-chardonnay","title":"2022 Castagna Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from Single-Vineyard, BD-Certified Estate-Grown Chardonnay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Castagna\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCastagna is one of the leading producers of the Beechworth region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1997, Julian and Carolann Castagna packed up their city life and moved into and caravan on a bare patch of dirt in the Beechworth region of north-east Victoria. Farmed biodynamically from the get go, the Castagnas planted their vineyard with a view to making complex Syrah in the mode of Cote-Rotie and savoury, structural Italian varieties that could compete with their European counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt's a wildly successful family business that they have built, with son Adam stepping into the winemaking role and a sea of adoring wine collectors awaiting each new release. Castagna wines are true wines of terroir. They taste of where they come from as do all of the great wines of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41426613534806,"sku":"SK35475546","price":98.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/Castagna_Chardonnay_750ml_73e0cd60-fc54-4d55-9418-ba903ad750ca.png?v=1782476630"},{"product_id":"2009-castagna-genesis-syrah-500ml","title":"2009 Castagna Genesis Syrah 500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuided by biodynamic viticulture, hands-off winemaking, and scrupulous attention to particulars, Castagna Genesis Syrah emanates a robust and genuine character. Co-fermented with Viognier, the wine undergoes vinification and matures for 18 to 24 months in new and seasoned French oak barrels with a tight grain. Exhibiting intense aromatics and a refined palate, it presents profound dark fruit flavors, richness, vitality, and a touch of minerality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cmslanding__image-title\"\u003eTOP VINTAGES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmslanding__image-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2015, 2014, \u003cstrong\u003e2013\u003c\/strong\u003e, 2012, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2002, 2001, 1999. Not made in 2011, 2007 and 2003.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window: \u003cspan\u003e2025-2033\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Genesis is an enigmatic puzzle of flavours …It’s a heroic wine for classicists only.” Matthew Jukes – Tyson Stelzer Taste Food \u0026amp; Wine \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“\u003cem\u003eJulian Castagna has very definite ideas about viticulture (biodynamic), winemaking (minimal interference), and a belief that too many wines are homogenised. It has personality; it overflows with dark berry to full-on black, with herbs, spices, polished leather and bramble, yet is finely drawn and perfectly balanced. It will live for as long as your patience lasts.\u003c\/em\u003e” \u003cem\u003eJames Halliday\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41427139559510,"sku":"SK30589416","price":64.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2009CastagnaGenesisSyrah500ml.png?v=1781260217"},{"product_id":"2009-castagna-genesis-syrah-500ml-copy","title":"2013 Castagna Genesis Syrah 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"A wonderfully lively wine with graceful, savory fruit dancing across a smooth palate. A refreshing change from heavily oaked examples! It boasts a supple, velvety texture and pure red fruit flavors, complemented by subtle, spicy oak. Simply delightful.\" \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eTina Gellie\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This savory, whole-cluster style seamlessly integrates stalky notes with vibrant fruit. I admire the perfumed, fruity character on the palate, showing elegant maturity.\" \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoger Jones\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"There’s a delightful energy and charm to this medium-bodied wine, featuring raspberry-red fruit with hints of spice. It surprises with evolving tannins and vibrant acidity, standing out among bolder, more traditional wines. A sophisticated and welcome surprise.\" \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnthony Rose\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cmslanding__image-title\"\u003eTOP VINTAGES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmslanding__image-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2015, 2014, \u003cstrong\u003e2013\u003c\/strong\u003e, 2012, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2002, 2001, 1999. Not made in 2011, 2007 and 2003.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking Window: 2025-2033\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41471411519574,"sku":"SK81551074","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/castagna.png?v=1781423415"},{"product_id":"2018-castagna-ingenue-750ml","title":"2018 Castagna Ingenue 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eCastagna's goal is to craft wines that reflect their terroir, blending old-world style with new-world fruit. Their vineyard is certified organic and biodynamic, recognized among Australia's top producers by La Renaissance des Appellations. The Ingenue Viognier boasts ripe white peach aromas intertwined with sea minerals and sweet pea. Its mandarin acidity unveils hints of fennel, musk, and lotus, offering a surprising minerality and structure despite its fruit-forward, floral nose. A bottle of freshness embodying everything desired in white wine and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"JC FINE WINES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41497731629142,"sku":null,"price":55.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2024061911_01e01098-4120-4ac7-b05d-5ee9a1a50d81.png?v=1727752730"},{"product_id":"2018-castagna-chenin-blanc-750ml","title":"2018 Castagna Chenin Blanc 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eCastagna's goal is to craft wines that reflect their terroir, blending old-world style with new-world fruit. They are fully certified organic and biodynamic, and are among Australia's select few invited to join La Renaissance des Appellations, a prestigious organic association founded by biodynamic pioneer Nicolas Joly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir Ingenue Viognier showcases ripe white peach intertwined with sea spray minerals and the scent of sweet pea. Mandarin acidity winds through the palate, revealing hints of fennel, musk, and lotus. Despite its fruity and floral nose, this wine emphasizes minerality and structure, delivering freshness and exceeding expectations for a white wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"JC FINE WINES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41497731858518,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2024061912_7df3fa6a-7ec6-454b-a3f0-b1fac5e58d23.png?v=1727752727"},{"product_id":"2015-castagna-genesis-syrah-750ml","title":"2015 Castagna Genesis Syrah 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"A wonderfully lively wine with graceful, savory fruit dancing across a smooth palate. A refreshing change from heavily oaked examples! It boasts a supple, velvety texture and pure red fruit flavors, complemented by subtle, spicy oak. Simply delightful.\" \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eTina Gellie\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This savory, whole-cluster style seamlessly integrates stalky notes with vibrant fruit. I admire the perfumed, fruity character on the palate, showing elegant maturity.\" \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoger Jones\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"There’s a delightful energy and charm to this medium-bodied wine, featuring raspberry-red fruit with hints of spice. It surprises with evolving tannins and vibrant acidity, standing out among bolder, more traditional wines. A sophisticated and welcome surprise.\" \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnthony Rose\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cmslanding__image-title\"\u003eTOP VINTAGES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmslanding__image-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2015\u003c\/strong\u003e, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2002, 2001, 1999. Not made in 2011, 2007 and 2003.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom Beechworth, Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking Window: \u003cspan\u003e2023-2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points Ned Goodwin MW winecompanion.com.au\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41755447820374,"sku":"SK60759436","price":99.75,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/castagna_2015_6e76e435-3c1a-4509-a846-fe2cad18e950.png?v=1781432017"},{"product_id":"2022-castagna-ingenue-viognier-750ml","title":"2022 Castagna Ingenue Viognier 750ml","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout The Wine\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViognier works a treat on the Castagna vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Adam Castagna perfectly walks that classic Viognier tight-rope of picking early enough to maintain refreshing acidity whilst harnessing the richness and opulence that makes Viognier one of the great white varieties of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's bold. Really bold. The kind of white that offers high impact from first sip. This would 100% sit on the shortlist of Australia's best examples of the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Castagna\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCastagna is one of the leading producers of the Beechworth region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1997, Julian and Carolann Castagna packed up their city life and moved into and caravan on a bare patch of dirt in the Beechworth region of north-east Victoria. Farmed biodynamically from the get go, the Castagnas planted their vineyard with a view to making complex Syrah in the mode of Cote-Rotie and savoury, structural Italian varieties that could compete with their European counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt's a wildly successful family business that they have built, with son Adam stepping into the winemaking role and a sea of adoring wine collectors awaiting each new release. Castagna wines are true wines of terroir. They taste of where they come from as do all of the great wines of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41927982121046,"sku":"SK84432150","price":89.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2022_Castagna_Ingenue_Viognier_750ml_0f52e14e-c413-48a8-9021-257e0b0fa62c.png?v=1781572008"},{"product_id":"2019-castagna-un-segreto-sangiovese-syrah-750ml","title":"2019 Castagna Un Segreto Sangiovese Syrah 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn archetypal blend, melding the Italian story with the new frontier, manifests as sangiovese and syrah. While some blends are mishmashes, this works exceptionally well.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"353579c\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-353579c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"woocommerce-product-content.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"d1f84e8\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1f84e8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-woocommerce-product-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn archetypal blend, melding the Italian story with the new frontier, manifests as sangiovese and syrah. While some blends are mishmashes, this works exceptionally well. Riffs on lilac, licorice root, beef stock, cinnamon oak and red to blue fruit allusions, with a perk of tannic edginess and acid brightness across the finish. I’d be drinking this mid-weighter across the earlier to mid-term. Wonderful vivacity and versatility all in one. Among the first fully certified biodynamic addresses. Drink or hold.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~ Ned Goodwin MW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Castagna\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCastagna is one of the leading producers of the Beechworth region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1997, Julian and Carolann Castagna packed up their city life and moved into and caravan on a bare patch of dirt in the Beechworth region of north-east Victoria. 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They taste of where they come from as do all of the great wines of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41950518116438,"sku":"SK87881928","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2019_Castagna_Un_Segreto_Sangiovese_Syrah_750ml_a4be3294-6553-447c-aa2e-d710fa1b9162.png?v=1781572149"},{"product_id":"2012-castagna-genesis-syrah-750ml","title":"2012 Castagna Genesis Syrah 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"515\"\u003eThe 2012 Castagna Genesis Syrah is a distinctive and age-worthy expression of cool-climate Australian Syrah, crafted with a strong emphasis on biodynamic viticulture and minimal intervention. Produced by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCastagna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in the granite-rich hills of Beechworth, this wine reflects a Rhône-inspired philosophy, favouring perfume, savoury detail, and structural finesse over sheer power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"817\"\u003eThe 2012 vintage in Beechworth delivered excellent conditions for slow, even ripening, allowing the development of complex aromatics while preserving natural acidity. The vineyard’s elevation and granite soils contribute to the wine’s mineral edge, fine tannin structure, and lifted aromatic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eIn the winery, fruit was hand-harvested and fermented with a portion of whole bunches to enhance spice, floral lift, and texture. Extraction was gentle, and maturation took place in seasoned French oak barrels, ensuring that oak influence remains subtle and supportive of the wine’s natural expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eNow with over a decade of bottle age, the wine shows a beautifully evolved bouquet of dark cherry, blackberry, and plum, layered with notes of white pepper, dried herbs, olive tapenade, earth, and savoury spice. The palate is medium-bodied and finely structured, with vibrant acidity, resolved yet persistent tannins, and a long, mineral-driven finish that reflects its cool-climate origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eDrinking beautifully now, the 2012 Genesis Syrah continues to offer both freshness and complexity, with the capacity to hold and evolve further under ideal cellaring conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eA refined and characterful Beechworth Syrah for those who appreciate elegance, savoury complexity, and site-driven Australian wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949289402454,"sku":"4423052228","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2012CastagnaGenesisSyrah750ml.png?v=1781364321"},{"product_id":"2023-castagna-chardonnay-750ml","title":"2023 Castagna Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe 2023 Castagna Chardonnay is a refined and site-driven cool-climate Chardonnay from Beechworth, crafted with a strong emphasis on biodynamic farming, purity, and minimal-intervention winemaking. Produced by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCastagna\u003c\/span\u003e, this wine reflects the estate’s philosophy of expressing vineyard character through texture, minerality, and restraint rather than overt richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSourced from estate vineyards in the granite-rich hills of Beechworth, the fruit benefits from elevation, cool nights, and low-vigour soils, contributing natural acidity, concentration, and mineral tension. The 2023 vintage delivered excellent balance and aromatic clarity, producing a Chardonnay of finesse and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn the winery, fruit was hand-harvested and whole-bunch pressed before fermentation in French oak barrels, with oak used judiciously to support texture and complexity without dominating the fruit. Lees maturation added depth and mouthfeel, while minimal intervention preserved freshness and site transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe wine opens with aromas of white peach, nectarine, citrus blossom, and grapefruit, layered with subtle notes of hazelnut, struck flint, and delicate spice. The palate is tightly structured yet textural, combining vibrant acidity with layered stone fruit and a savoury mineral edge that carries through to a long, precise finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eApproachable now with aeration, the 2023 Castagna Chardonnay also possesses the balance and structure to evolve gracefully over the next 8–12+ years, developing further savoury and nutty complexity with bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA poised and characterful Beechworth Chardonnay for those seeking elegance, texture, and authentic cool-climate expression.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949293989974,"sku":"7268259449","price":98.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2023CastagnaChardonnay750ml.png?v=1781364858"},{"product_id":"2023-castagna-ingenue-viognier-750ml","title":"2023 Castagna Ingenue Viognier 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe 2023 Castagna Ingenue Viognier is an expressive and textural cool-climate Viognier from Beechworth, crafted with Castagna’s signature biodynamic and minimal-intervention philosophy. Produced by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCastagna\u003c\/span\u003e, Ingenue highlights a more refined and savoury interpretation of Viognier, balancing aromatic richness with freshness and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSourced from estate vineyards in the granite-rich hills of Beechworth, the fruit benefits from elevation, low-vigour soils, and cool nights that preserve natural acidity and aromatic precision. The 2023 vintage delivered excellent balance and purity, allowing the wine to capture both varietal intensity and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn the winery, fruit was hand-harvested and gently handled to retain texture and perfume. Fermentation and maturation took place with minimal intervention, allowing the vineyard character to remain at the forefront while building complexity and mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe wine opens with lifted aromas of apricot, white peach, and mandarin blossom, layered with notes of ginger, honeysuckle, and subtle spice. The palate is silky and textural, combining ripe stone fruit with savoury nuance, vibrant acidity, and a finely structured finish that avoids the heaviness often associated with warmer-climate Viognier styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eApproachable in its youth yet capable of developing additional complexity over the medium term, the 2023 Ingenue Viognier pairs beautifully with aromatic cuisine, seafood, and richly textured dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA poised and characterful Beechworth Viognier that showcases elegance, texture, and authentic cool-climate expression.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949294055510,"sku":"4238045088","price":99.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2023CastagnaIngenueViognier750ml.png?v=1781364871"},{"product_id":"castagna-aqua-santa-nv-500ml","title":"Castagna Aqua Santa NV 500ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Castagna Aqua Santa NV is a rare and distinctive fortified dessert wine from Beechworth, crafted with the same biodynamic philosophy and minimal-intervention approach that defines \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCastagna\u003c\/span\u003e. Rich, complex, and deeply expressive, Aqua Santa offers a uniquely Australian interpretation of a traditional fortified style, balancing sweetness, freshness, and savoury depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eProduced in small quantities from carefully selected fruit grown on Castagna’s granite-rich Beechworth vineyards, Aqua Santa is made through a slow and patient process designed to build concentration and complexity. The non-vintage blend allows multiple components and older material to contribute depth, texture, and layered maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe wine opens with intense aromas of dried apricot, fig, marmalade, orange peel, and honey, intertwined with notes of roasted nuts, spice, caramel, and subtle oxidative complexity. The palate is luscious yet finely balanced, combining rich sweetness with vibrant acidity and savoury nuance. Layers of dried fruit, toffee, citrus preserve, and spice unfold through a long, warming, and persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDespite its richness, Aqua Santa maintains remarkable freshness and structure, making it an outstanding partner for blue cheese, nut-based desserts, dark chocolate, or contemplative after-dinner drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOnce opened, the wine remains stable for an extended period when stored correctly, further highlighting its versatility and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA rare and characterful Australian fortified wine for collectors and lovers of complex, artisanal dessert styles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949294153814,"sku":"4375938392","price":64.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/Castagna_Aqua_Santa_NV_500ml.png?v=1781364942"},{"product_id":"2022-castagna-chenin-blanc-750ml","title":"2022 Castagna Chenin Blanc 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eCastagna's goal is to craft wines that reflect their terroir, blending old-world style with new-world fruit. They are fully certified organic and biodynamic and are among Australia's select few invited to join La Renaissance des Appellations, a prestigious organic association founded by biodynamic pioneer Nicolas Joly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir Ingenue Viognier showcases ripe white peach intertwined with sea spray minerals and the scent of sweet pea. Mandarin acidity winds through the palate, revealing hints of fennel, musk, and lotus. Despite its fruity and floral nose, this wine emphasizes minerality and structure, delivering freshness and exceeding expectations for a white wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44951443275862,"sku":"SK21301206","price":88.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2021_Castagna_Chenin_Blanc_750ml.png?v=1781504313"},{"product_id":"2024-castagna-allegro-rose-750ml","title":"2024 Castagna Allegro Rose 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA denser color than the contemporary norm, muddling copper edges with a bronzed amber to coral hue. Distinctive aromas that nudge the noble bitterness of amaro, from pickled orange zest, quince paste and camphor. Unashamedly brazen, mid-weighted and flavorful, with a rail of phenolics serving as the structural guardian, over any obvious freshness. Almost a red of feel, suggesting an age-worthiness. Weight, depth and oomph. From biodynamically grown grapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44951443472470,"sku":"SK12654407","price":33.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2024_Castagna_Allegro_Rose_750ml.png?v=1781504326"},{"product_id":"2021castagna-genesis-syrah-750ml","title":"2021 Castagna Genesis Syrah 750ml","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-353579c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"353579c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe finest syrah in Australia, if not the New World. At least if the measuring stick is the Northern Rhone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe finest syrah in Australia, if not the New World. At least if the measuring stick is the Northern Rhone. A warm year, but with no dearth of freshness, nor aromatic fireworks. Think violets, salumi, blueberries, crushed clove, mace and Chinese five spice. The tannins, a beautiful weave from fore to aft. A little more astringent, perhaps, than the finest vintages, but this biodynamically certified expression will age beautifully across the mid-term. Best after 2025. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~ Ned Goodwin MW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44951443669078,"sku":"SK23004533","price":89.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2019_Castagna_Genesis_Syrah_750ml.png?v=1781504339"},{"product_id":"2021-castagna-la-chiave-750ml","title":"2021 Castagna La Chiave 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe triumphant Sangio of Beechworth…Vibrant, moreish, delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sangiovese in 2018 has both seriousness and structure.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLa Chiave\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a powerful yet delicate wine with a mesmerising perfume. It has great depth with a gravel-like tannin structure in the mouth which I think holds its own with great examples of the variety from Tuscany and shows more than a touch of old-world charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eThe triumphant Sangio of Beechworth…Vibrant, moreish, delicious.\u003c\/em\u003e” ~\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike Bennie in Wine Front.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A wine that I have been particularly drawn to over the last few vintages, rather than beseeched to love by the earlier ones. Yet things take time to coalesce, particularly when the missives at Castagna are aimed at a world class target, rather than merely a local one. Succulent red fruit accents are bound by a sinuous tannic twine, doused in marjoram, mint, sandalwood, thyme and lavender, as it etches the palate. Some altitudinal freshness backs up the rear, towing the wine long while pulling the saliva forth in preparation for the next glass. This is very fine domestic Sangiovese.” ~ \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003eNed Goodwin MW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44951443865686,"sku":"SK14673059","price":99.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2019_Castagna_La_Chiave_750ml.png?v=1781504352"},{"product_id":"2021-castagna-un-segreto-sangiovese-syrah-750ml","title":"2021 Castagna Un Segreto Sangiovese Syrah 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn archetypal blend, melding the Italian story with the new frontier, manifests as sangiovese and syrah. While some blends are mishmashes, this works exceptionally well.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"353579c\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-353579c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"woocommerce-product-content.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"d1f84e8\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1f84e8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-woocommerce-product-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn archetypal blend, melding the Italian story with the new frontier, manifests as sangiovese and syrah. While some blends are mishmashes, this works exceptionally well. Riffs on lilac, licorice root, beef stock, cinnamon oak and red to blue fruit allusions, with a perk of tannic edginess and acid brightness across the finish. I’d be drinking this mid-weighter across the earlier to mid-term. Wonderful vivacity and versatility all in one. Among the first fully certified biodynamic addresses. Drink or hold.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~ Ned Goodwin MW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Castagna\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCastagna is one of the leading producers of the Beechworth region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1997, Julian and Carolann Castagna packed up their city life and moved into and caravan on a bare patch of dirt in the Beechworth region of north-east Victoria. Farmed biodynamically from the get go, the Castagnas planted their vineyard with a view to making complex Syrah in the mode of Cote-Rotie and savoury, structural Italian varieties that could compete with their European counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt's a wildly successful family business that they have built, with son Adam stepping into the winemaking role and a sea of adoring wine collectors awaiting each new release. Castagna wines are true wines of terroir. They taste of where they come from as do all of the great wines of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44951444553814,"sku":"SK74831286","price":89.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2019_Castagna_Un_Segreto_Sangiovese_Syrah_750ml_16581555-9253-4ef0-ba2b-66cec8e648a0.png?v=1781504441"},{"product_id":"2024-castagna-adams-rib-white-chardonnay-750ml","title":"2024 Castagna Adam's Rib White Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eThe 2021 Castagna \u003cem data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"320\"\u003eAdam’s Rib White\u003c\/em\u003e is a distinctive, artisanal expression of Chardonnay from Beechworth — a region celebrated for producing some of Australia’s most refined and terroir-driven cool-climate wines. Crafted by the visionary Julian Castagna, Adam’s Rib White sits alongside the estate’s flagship releases, offering a more playful yet deeply characterful interpretation of Chardonnay that remains true to the Castagna philosophy: biodynamic farming, minimal intervention, and an unwavering focus on purity and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eThe 2021 vintage in Beechworth delivered ideal conditions for Chardonnay — cool nights, a long ripening period and pristine fruit quality. These conditions allowed the grapes to develop lifted aromatics, tight acidity and layered complexity, giving the wine both vibrancy and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eThe bouquet opens with aromas of white peach, nectarine, Meyer lemon and green apple, intertwined with notes of jasmine, wet stone and delicate flint. Hints of almond meal, brioche and subtle spice emerge with time in the glass, reflecting gentle oak handling and extended lees contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eOn the palate, the 2021 Adam’s Rib White is elegant, textural and beautifully poised. A core of citrus and stone fruit sits within a fine, creamy structure, supported by bright natural acidity that drives the wine’s line and length. Nuances of hazelnut, mineral chalkiness and faint smoke add sophistication, while the wine’s biodynamic origins contribute a sense of energy and vitality. The finish is long, savoury and refreshingly precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003eApproachable now yet structured enough to evolve gracefully over the next 5–8 years, this is a compelling and artisanal Chardonnay showcasing the quiet brilliance of Beechworth terroir and Castagna’s meticulous craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beechworth, Victoria\u003cbr data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay\u003cbr data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003eFarming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biodynamic\u003cbr data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~13%\u003cbr data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Now – 2030\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003eA vibrant, expressive and thoughtfully crafted Chardonnay — a superb example of Castagna’s ability to marry texture, purity and terroir in a beautifully distinctive style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44951447797846,"sku":"SK36023747","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/Castagna_Adam_s_Rib_White_Chardonnay_750ml.png?v=1781504753"},{"product_id":"2022-castagna-adams-rib-red-nebbiolo-syrah-750ml","title":"2022 Castagna Adam's Rib Red Nebbiolo Syrah 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAwards, Ratings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Mike Bennie, Wine Front\u003cbr\u003e“Good stuff here. Has a juiciness but also swish of firming, sooty tannins, good clove spice elements.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front\u003cbr\u003e“Made mostly with syrah and nebbiolo with a minor portion of sangiovese. All estate-grown. It works for both its savouriness and for its fruitiness. It’s all woodsy spice and blue-black berries and while there isn’t a great deal of tannin it feels well framed and sustained.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Wine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Castagna vineyard was planted in 1997 on former grazing land and is situated at an altitude of 500 metres, five-and-a-half kilometres outside the town of Beechworth in north-east Victoria. The vineyard has been farmed biodynamically from the beginning and is fully certified organic and biodynamic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soils are primarily decomposed granitic-loam with quartz particles over a clay base, and the climate is continental, with hot days and cool nights during the growing season. The vineyard is hand-pruned and the fruit is hand-picked, cropped at a little under two tons per acre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking is traditional, using only indigenous vineyard yeasts with minimal intervention. Élevage varies between 18 and 20 months in tight-grain French oak, with approximately half new oak each year. Adam’s Rib The Red is a Nebbiolo and Syrah blend made from younger vines, crafted to be flavoursome, textural and approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: Nebbiolo, Syrah\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Beechworth \/ Victoria \/ Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarming: Certified Organic and Biodynamic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermentation: Indigenous yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturation: 18–20 months in French oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction Attributes: Hand-pruned, Hand-picked, Minimal intervention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking Window: 2028–2035\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44951491608662,"sku":"SK81642513","price":44.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/NV_CastagnaAdam_sRibTheRed.png?v=1781505508"},{"product_id":"2021-castagna-roussanne-750ml","title":"2021 Castagna Growers Selection Roussanne 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt’s rich in steaming baking aromas. Flavours are even richer and denser, bold and bitter-sweet. It’s a forward, full-bodied style of white wine. Bitter oregano oil, orange peel, honey, ginger… Very seductive Roussanne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-0 note1\"\u003eCritic tasting note: (2021 vintage) \"Golden yellow in appearance. The nose is aromatic and lush, with aromas of apple tart, poached pears and lemon confit. The palate is medium-bodied with finely integrated acidity, giving notes of orange blossoms, honeysuckle, tea leaves and apricots. Textural and generous with a underlying tension. Very good. Drink or hold.\" -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Baked apples, buttery shortbread. Lemon tart. Nuts. It’s rich in steaming baking aromas. Flavours are even richer and denser, bold and bitter-sweet. It’s a forward, full-bodied style of white wine. Bitter oregano oil, orange peel, honey, ginger. Heavy load of flavours. Cinnamon with alcoholic warmth finish the taste and boost the spicy feeling. But it’s alright as fruit intensity can handle it. There’s a decent spike in acidity at the end that pushes through the low-sitting, coating layer of flavours. Very seductive Roussanne.” ~ Mike Bennie in Wine Front\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44957646979158,"sku":"SK14805709","price":59.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2021_Castagna_Growers_Selection_Roussanne_750ml.png?v=1781572110"},{"product_id":"2016-castagna-sauvage-750ml","title":"2016 Castagna Sauvage 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eDrinking Window: 2027-2034\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarieties: Syrah, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOn the nose we see\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003esmoked sweet meats, boysenberry, darker cherry, kirsch doused with an Indian spice packet of star anise, clove and cardamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the mouth it has beautifully\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eperfumed, fruity element\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ewith\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eenergy and verve adding complexity to the medium-bodied, textured raspberry red fruit.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe now familiar Castagna tannins are exceptionally fine with dusty, spicy oak and lovely fresh acidity. Not quite Genesis but a wine of amazing value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Castagna\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCastagna is one of the leading producers of the Beechworth region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1997, Julian and Carolann Castagna packed up their city life and moved into and caravan on a bare patch of dirt in the Beechworth region of north-east Victoria. Farmed biodynamically from the get go, the Castagnas planted their vineyard with a view to making complex Syrah in the mode of Cote-Rotie and savoury, structural Italian varieties that could compete with their European counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt's a wildly successful family business that they have built, with son Adam stepping into the winemaking role and a sea of adoring wine collectors awaiting each new release. Castagna wines are true wines of terroir. They taste of where they come from as do all of the great wines of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44957647044694,"sku":"SK65489154","price":64.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2016_Castagna_Sauvage_750ml.png?v=1781572123"},{"product_id":"2019-castagna-genesis-syrah-750ml","title":"2019 Castagna Genesis Syrah 750ml","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-353579c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"353579c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe finest syrah in Australia, if not the New World. At least if the measuring stick is the Northern Rhone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe finest syrah in Australia, if not the New World. At least if the measuring stick is the Northern Rhone. A warm year, but with no dearth of freshness, nor aromatic fireworks. Think violets, salumi, blueberries, crushed clove, mace and Chinese five spice. The tannins, a beautiful weave from fore to aft. A little more astringent, perhaps, than the finest vintages, but this biodynamically certified expression will age beautifully across the mid-term. Best after 2025. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~ Ned Goodwin MW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44957647142998,"sku":"SK75117911","price":84.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2019_Castagna_Genesis_Syrah_750ml_e6cfa309-1180-40a2-a19d-b38b4a107241.png?v=1781572136"},{"product_id":"2012-castagna-un-segreto-sangiovese-syrah-750ml","title":"2012 Castagna Un Segreto Sangiovese Syrah 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eminor cellar scuffed label\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom the renowned Castagna vineyard in Beechworth, Victoria, this 2012 vintage of Un Segreto is a biodynamic red blend of Sangiovese and Syrah, grown in granitic soils under organic and holistic farming practices. The wine reflects Castagna’s philosophy of minimal intervention and site expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens with aromas of wild red cherry, dried rose petals, herbs, earthy spice, and subtle tobacco. The palate is medium-bodied and structured, with flavours of sour cherry, black plum, clove, and a whisper of smoked meat. The Syrah lends depth and savoury edge, while Sangiovese adds lifted acidity and brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTannins are fine and integrated, guiding the wine to a persistent finish with notes of mineral, spice, and dried herbs. Elegant yet powerful, this vintage showcases graceful maturity and remarkable balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIdeal for pairing with duck, mushroom dishes, slow-roasted meats, or aged cheese. Decanting is recommended. Cellar potential extends comfortably into the early 2030s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAbout Castagna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastagna is one of the leading producers of the Beechworth region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1997, Julian and Carolann Castagna packed up their city life and moved into and caravan on a bare patch of dirt in the Beechworth region of north-east Victoria. Farmed biodynamically from the get go, the Castagnas planted their vineyard with a view to making complex Syrah in the mode of Cote-Rotie and savoury, structural Italian varieties that could compete with their European counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a wildly successful family business that they have built, with son Adam stepping into the winemaking role and a sea of adoring wine collectors awaiting each new release. Castagna wines are true wines of terroir. 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Crafted by Julian Castagna with meticulous attention, it represents the estate’s pursuit of harmony between Italian tradition and Australian terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe bouquet offers lifted aromas of wild cherry, red plum, and dried rose, layered with savoury notes of spice, tobacco, and earthy minerality. On the palate, it is medium-bodied yet concentrated, combining vibrant red fruits with subtle leather and olive undertones. Fine-grained tannins and bright acidity deliver structure and length, finishing long and savoury with impressive finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing \u0026amp; Cellaring:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn ideal match for roast duck, game birds, or mushroom risotto. 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Julian Castagna’s careful attention to vineyard and cellar has produced a wine of great purity, balance, and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe nose opens with vibrant red cherry, plum, and cranberry, layered with rose petal, spice, and earthy mineral nuances. On the palate, it is medium-bodied yet expressive, with juicy red fruits, savoury herbal undertones, and subtle hints of leather and olive. Fine-grained tannins and bright acidity provide structure, leading to a long, graceful finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing \u0026amp; Cellaring:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePerfect with roasted lamb, duck confit, or pasta with truffle. 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