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The tannins are soft yet structured, guiding a finish that lingers with elegance and poise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGold Medal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew World Wine Awards NZ\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew World Wine Awards NZ\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e93 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMelbourne International Wine Competition \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Chaffey Bros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45513636610202,"sku":"11374","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/chaffey-bros-wine-co-synonymous.png?v=1740720680"},{"product_id":"schwarz-wine-co-meta-grenache-blanc-2024","title":"Schwarz Wine Co. Meta Grenache Blanc 2024","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppearing as a pale straw hue when poured into a glass, Grenache Blanc offers a delightful bouquet of scents, including zesty lemon, tangy grapefruit, and the sweet essence of poached pear. This enticing profile is complemented by subtle notes of spice, rich clotted cream, almond-infused marzipan, finely crushed stones, and delicate hints of white florals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTrophy, Best White Wine Other Varieties or Blends - 2nd year in a row\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBarossa Wine Show 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTop Gold\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBarossa Wine Show 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e96 Points\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarossa Wine Show 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlinky and supple in the mouth, with a really appealing flow of lemon and stone fruits, dotted with spice and flickers of floral top notes. It has a long, cream-edged finish.\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eViticulture \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit was hand-picked from Schwarz Vineyards in Bethany. Two parcels were processed separately: one was destemmed and macerated for 15 hours, while the other underwent a shorter 7-hour maceration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach parcel was pressed to tank, settled, and racked before undergoing wild fermentation. On day six of fermentation, the wines were transferred to seasoned French oak to complete the process. Regular stirring was employed to build complexity and mouthfeel. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schwarz Wine Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45689571475610,"sku":"11639","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/schwarz-wine-co-meta-grenache-blanc_e991c59f-bc40-419e-8288-e130295fa472.png?v=1738643378"},{"product_id":"sons-of-eden-zephyrus-shiraz-2022","title":"Sons of Eden Zephyrus Shiraz 2022","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep crimson in colour displaying a vibrant array of wild berry and red-spice aromas. The palate displays a complex berry fruit core with fine enduring tannins and finishes with vibrancy and freshness. A modern style Barossa Shiraz which will mature beautifully for many years to come. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTrophy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWinewise Small Vigneron Awards\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedallion Winner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWinewise Championship\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGold Medal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBarossa Wine Show\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2x 96 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Vintage Journal\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWine Orbit\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e3x 95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eDecanter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeep crimson in the glass with aromas of macerated doris plum, black cherry and blackberry fruits, cut with hints of baking spices, licorice, dark chocolate, cedar, panforte, pan juices and earth. Weighty, with impressive depth and ferrous-edged tannin grip, fading with a crème-de-cassis-like intensity to the fruit.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit grown throughout the Barossa region this wine is a blend of 10 unique vineyard sites. A combination of cooler climate Eden Valley Shiraz (44%) and warmer climate Barossa Valley Shiraz (56%) work in unison to create a well- balanced wine. Using an array of fermentation techniques, all involving extended skin contact and gentle hand-plunging. Each of the fermentations retained varying levels of whole-bunch fruit clusters from 10 to 35%, then after 12-18 days on skins each ferment was pressed into a mix of new (35%) and conditioned French oak hogsheads. After a maturation of 12 months the wine was blended, naturally clarified and bottled without finings or filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sons of Eden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45838136639642,"sku":"11687","price":54.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/sons-of-eden-zephyrus-shiraz.png?v=1738643880"},{"product_id":"john-duval-wines-eligo-shiraz-2021","title":"John Duval Wines Eligo Shiraz 2021","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAttractive waves of black fruit with hints of anise, clove and florals. Richly textured with a multitude of tightly packed dark fruit layers. Deep, pure fruited and commanding. The palate also displays hints of ironstone and licorice, finishing with integrated, chocolatey tannins.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhile seductive in its primary fruited youth, the 2021 Eligo will benefit from at least five years of cellaring and should age gracefully for over twenty years\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e96 Points, Gold Medal\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDecanter World Wine Awards 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHugely concentrated with tiers of prune, plum and raspberry jam shrouded in finely toasted oak and a delectable crunch of blueberry texture lining the palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e97 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom the stellar '21 vintage, the Eligo represents the best of the range of amazing vineyard sites from the Barossa (62%) and Eden (38%) Valleys. Its concentration and essence-like with deep, resonant blackberry, black cherry and Doris plum fruits with hints of clove, cinnamon, purple flowers, licorice, dark chocolate, cedar, olive tapenade, pan juices and earth. Thick shouldered but balanced and harmonious with melt in the mouth, chocolatey tannins and exceptional length of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e- Dave Brookes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDeep and rich ruby colour. Mulberry, vanilla pod and ironstone aromas. Palate sings with a harmony of black fruits, iron and violets. Still primary in its offering but with time in the glass a bloody depth builds. All the while powerful, well-wrought tannins bring tension and focus to the power on show. Cellar it and reap the rewards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e- Stuart Knox\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process of creating Eligo begins in the vineyard, where we identify the most exceptional parcels of fruit. Aiming for a structured but elegant expression of Barossa Shiraz. The Barossa Valley components deliver depth and structure to the palate with an overlay of rich concentrated fruit flavour, the Eden Valley components bring vibrant aromatics. Post maturation, a final classification is made to produce what we can confidently proclaim to be the finest Shiraz of the vintage from John Duval Wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWith better winter rains, and a perfectly timed 30mm event at the start of February, we were rewarded with better crops and berry size after a few drought-affected lean years. Conditions through late February, March and April could only be described as perfect with mild to warm days with no heat spikes, combined with cool nights. This meant a long even ripening period and a lovely pace to the vintage. 2021 will be remembered as an exceptional Barossa vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eVineyards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSourced from old vineyards in the Ebenezer (Hoffmann), Krondorf (Stoll) and Moppa (Chapman) sub regions of the Barossa Valley and the Moculta (Fechner) and Mt McKenzie (Knight\/Severin) sub regions of the Eden Valley comprising 62% Barossa Valley and 38% Eden Valley Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe parcels of fruit were fermented separately in small stainless-steel fermenters, some with submerged caps. Some batches were left on skins for up to two weeks to extract additional colour and structure. Post classification, the component wines were matured in oak for 18months - 42% new fine grain French oak and the balance older hogsheads and puncheons.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Duval Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45857411072154,"sku":"11690","price":130.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/john-duval-wines-eligo-shiraz_bfede792-a7d1-4141-bb86-443c53f87e06.png?v=1738642834"},{"product_id":"chaffey-bros-wine-co-la-resistance-gsm-2023","title":"Chaffey Bros. Wine Co. LA RÉSISTANCE!* GSM 2023","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 10 years Chaffey Bros has been on a quest to make the perfect Barossa GSM... and in 2023 they nailed it. Old Vine Grenache leads the charge, bringing depth and generosity to this classic Barossa blend. Syrah adds elegance, Mourvèdre brings spice, and nine months in seasoned French oak hogsheads (3–8 years old) layers in savoury grip and mineral complexity. Expect deep-fruited dark cherry and strawberry on a graphite-tinged palate, carried by fine-grain tannins and refreshing acidity through to a lingering finish. Juicy, balanced, and seriously drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e96 Points, Gold Medal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDecanter World Wine Awards 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBountiful fresh cherries and raspberries burst over the vanilla chocolate intensity. Weighty and complex with lush tannins and a vibrant acidity woven into the frame. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSilver Medal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLondon Wine Competition 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Vintage Journal \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLovely raspberry, blackberry pastille aromas with roasted walnut, hint peppery notes. Red and black fruits on the palate with roasted nut, hint wax polish notes. Finishes chalky\/ al dente firm and crunchy with peppery\/ spicy notes. Lovely fruit complexity and vigour. A cracker at this price point.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLA RÉSISTANCE!* is the culmination of a decade-long mission to craft the perfect Barossa GSM - and in 2023, it all came together. A bold reimagining of the traditional blend, this wine pays homage to the gnarly old French varieties of the Barossa, fighting off the bland and forgettable with flavour, structure and purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chaffey Bros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45857415397530,"sku":"11691","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/chaffey-bros-la-resistance-gsm.png?v=1738641567"},{"product_id":"sons-of-eden-notus-grenache-2023","title":"Sons of Eden Notus Grenache 2023","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright ruby in colour, with an alluring bouquet of assorted wild berries, red liquorice and a hint of confectionery. The palate is seductive, blending richness and roundness with vibrancy and dexterity. A modern style Barossa Grenache that’s instantly enjoyable but will reward careful cellaring in the medium term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGold Medal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDecanter World Wine Awards\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGold Medal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMelbourne Wine Show\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDecanter\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGlittering with bright fruit energy and striking mountain herb fragrance. Fleshy and plush with a refreshing luminous acidity and fine-seamed oak tannins. Long and pleasurable.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Olivia Mason\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eComplex layers of wild raspberries, blueberry bush, tobacco leaves, cedar and spices. The palate is medium-bodied with finely integrated tannins and bright acidity, showing notes of cassia bark, dark cherries, potpourri and dried herbs. Wonderfully plush and lifted with a underlying power.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Ryan Montgomery\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Vintage Journal \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeep crimson. Intense raspberry strawberry liquorice aromas with roasted walnut notes. Generously concentrated wine with abundant strawberry raspberry fruits and fine chocolaty tannins. Some flinty\/ graphite\/ herbgarden notes at the finish. Very big presence with lovely density and vigour.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Andrew Caillard MW\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e94 Points\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eViticulture \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested and sorted to retain only the best Grenache bunches, the fruit was partially destemmed with up to 25% whole-bunch inclusion. Fermentation took place in small, closed-style egg-shaped fermenters. Following a brief cold soak, the must warmed naturally, with both hand and foot plunging daily to manage extraction and temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 22 days on skins, the wine was pressed and transferred to large puncheon-sized French oak barrels for a six-month maturation. It was naturally clarified and blended prior to bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTUS, named for the Greek God of the Southerly wind, is crafted from old vine Grenache. As summer fades in the Barossa Valley, the arrival of the cooling southerly signals the final stage of ripening—when this wine comes into its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking beautifully now and will continue to develop through to 2032.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sons of Eden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46443055513754,"sku":"11721","price":54.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/sons-of-eden-notus-grenache.png?v=1738643892"},{"product_id":"hobbs-of-barossa-ranges-1905-shiraz-2023","title":"Hobbs of Barossa Ranges 1905 Shiraz 2023","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant and concentrated wine with aromas of ripe raspberries, dark red berries and warm cedar, lifted by subtle vanilla and a spicy, peppery undertone. The palate is silky and glossy, framed by beautiful tannins and a lingering, refined finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e97 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWine Orbit \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRefined, complex, and alluring, the wine shows blackberry, cured meat, star anise, vanillin oak, and rich floral aromas. The concentrated palate exhibits outstanding weight and persistency, wonderfully complemented by fleshy texture and layers of polished tannins. Gorgeously structured and harmonious with a lengthy, gratifying finish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Sam Kim \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrimson with aromas of blackberry, blueberry and satsuma plum fruits with accompanying hints of fine spice, fruitcake, dried tobacco, vanillin oak, dark chocolate, coffee grounds, fig paste and roasting meats. Full bodied and confidently walking the border of fruit richness and savoury interest with fine-grained rocky tannins and a bright mineral line.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Dave Brookes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e94 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWinepilot\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDark maroon, this also has an appealing, spicy and yes, even slightly peppery character. There are an array of flavours; red fruits, milk chocolate, licorice, raspberries, cloves, soy, a touch of axle grease and a flick of oak. On the palate, the wine moves to a darker end of the spectrum with bright acidity and impressive length.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Ken Gargett\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are handpicked from dry-grown, low-yielding vines planted in 1905. Naturally fermented in open 500L vats and gently hand-plunged daily. The wine is matured in new French oak hogsheads for 24 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA massive wine that speaks to the region and Eden Valley site; drink 2025–2037.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobbs of Barossa Ranges","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46640994812058,"sku":"11730","price":170.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/hobbs-of-barossa-ranges-1905-shiraz.png?v=1738641969"}],"url":"https:\/\/artisansofbarossa.com\/collections\/top-rated-wines.oembed","provider":"Artisans of Barossa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}