The Master of Wine qualification is one of the most difficult exams to pass in the world. In 1994 Steve Bennett became the youngest ever of 483 people to have passed the Master of Wine Examination since its inception in 1953. So, it is fair to say he knows what he is talking about!

A collection of award-winning European reds curated and imported by Steve Bennett Master of Wine. These wines are all about authenticity and drinkability, perfect for sharing with good friends and over good food.

Collection includes:

1 x Tavernello Organic Sangiovese 2023 (Italy)

Awarded 93/100 Points & 5 Stars: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
Awarded 91/100 POINTS: Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier

"Delightfully fruited and expressed, showing sweet cherry, rich floral, game, and nutmeg aromas on the nose, leading to a silky-smooth palate offering ripe fruit flavours with finely infused tannins, making it supple and immediately appealing. At its best: now to 2027. $22.00" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

Organic

Alc: 12.5% - Seal: Screw Cap

1 x Arriba Vino De La Tierra De Castilla Tempranillo 2023 (Spain)

Awarded 91/100 Points & 4.5 Stars: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

"It's fruit forward and inviting on the nose, showing Black Doris plum, blueberry, olive and warm spice aromas, followed by a juicy palate offering supple texture combined with plump mouthfeel, making it soothing and immediately drinkable. At its best: now to 2027" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

Alc: 13% - Seal: Screw Cap

1 x Piqueras ‘Black Label’ Syrah Monastrell 2022 (Spain)

Awarded Gold Medal: Gilbert & Gaillard 2024

Rich and full-bodied red wine deep in colour with an extensive range of ripe dark fruit and wild fresh herbs. Smooth juicy tannins and good levels of natural acidity combine to offer a wine full of flavour.

Alc: 14% - Seal: Screw Cap

1 x La Multa Old Vine Garnacha 2020 (Spain)

Awarded 93/100 Points & 5 Stars: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
Awarded 91/100 Points & 4 Stars: Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review

"Smooth-textured Spanish red from low-yielding vines that are 30-50 years old. Dark cherry/berry, vanilla, tobacco, cedar and salami, with a seasoning of spice. Savoury, accessible red with an appealing rustic edge. Good value at this price" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review

Alc: 15% - Seal: Screw Cap

1 x Rojo Garnacha 2023 (Spain)

Awarded 93/100 Points & 5 Stars: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

"My best-selling Spanish red for more than a decade and for good reason" Steven Bennet, Master of Wine
"Perfumed and instantly appealing with sweet plum, rich floral, clove and nutmeg aromas, it's succulent and fleshy in the mouth delivering silky flow backed by fine tannins, finishing lingering and delectable. At its best: now to 2028" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

Food Pairing: Delicious on its own or pair well with red meats & cheeses.

Alc: 13% - Seal: Screw Cap

1 x Tavernello Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC 2022 (Italy)

Awarded 93/100 Points: Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier

"A layer of old-school, old world scents are enticing with clay and terracotta. Aromas of fresh and sour cherry, plum and blackberry lead to flavours of the same. A gently firm grab on the palate with tannins and acidity pushing the youth of this wine into focus, fruit flavours of red berries and plum plus an tart cherry note all speak to the variety and style" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier

Alc: 12.5% - Seal: Screw Cap

Vintages may change.