Perhaps we’re slightly nostalgic for the warmer months when it’s high time to imbibe in rosé, but this succulent Pétillant Naturel (Pet-Nat for short) is a welcome respite from the dreary days of December. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc (78%) and Cabernet Franc (22%) from vines in Blewitt Springs in McLaren Vale and Forreston in the Adelaide Hills, the grapes are directly pressed before fermenting. On the palate, the brisk acid from the Sauvignon Blanc is potent yet forgiving, with a tropical fruit medley that melds wonderfully with the baking spices and tart cherry of the Cabernet Franc. This wine’s effervescence and garnet hue make it a youthful choice to accompany your holiday gatherings. Serve chilled and, in the words of Alicia and Mark, “open with gusto, or creep the cap off, SANTÉ!” – Ella