Grilled lamb, roast chicken, charcuterie, spiced vegetables, soft cheeses

Potpourri, candied raspberry, red berries, spice, velvety tannins

Varietal:

Grenache

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Region: McLaren Vale, Australia

Poppelvej is the project of Danish brothers Jens and Uffe Deichmann. The name means “street of poplars,” referencing the street where they grew up in Denmark, and the original hand-painted sign from their great-great-grandfather now hangs in the winery.

Uffe moved to South Australia for a harvest and ended up staying after meeting his future wife, Nicole. The couple eventually settled in McLaren Vale, where Poppelvej was founded in 2016.

The wines are made from sustainably farmed vineyards in McLaren Vale and Adelaide Hills. Fermentations are low intervention with minimal additions, and the wines are typically bottled without fining or filtration. Production is small, around 4,000 cases annually, and the wines reflect both the creativity of their makers and the character of the region.

Ideal with light dishes, seafood, and a perfect match for asparagus in season.

Aromas of peaches, apricots, apples, meadow flowers, with a touch of herbs and lively acidity.

Varietal:

Grüner Veltliner

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Region: Burgenland, Austria

Frug is an exciting new addition to Jenny & Francois' lineup, featuring wines from an exclusive collaboration with carefully selected winemakers. These Austrian wines are not only kind to both nature and your budget but also come in a friendly 1-liter bottle, a nod to Central-European tradition for everyday drinking wines. The Wurzinger winery, located in the south-eastern part of Burgenland near the border with Hungary, was established by Josef's grandfather and taken over by Josef himself in 1991. He gradually transitioned the vineyard management to organic practices, obtaining certification in 2014.

Shellfish, grilled fish, roast chicken, creamy pasta, spicy dishes

Waxy texture, gentle phenolic grip, ripe fruit, subtle floral notes, lingering finish

Varietal:

Verdelho

Vintage:

• 2024

ABV:

• 12.5%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Region: Cape South Coast, South Africa

Deep Rooted Wines, founded by Mark Stephens, is a natural wine brand that prioritizes purity and sustainability. After working in top wine regions like Swartland, Loire Valley, and Sonoma, Mark’s philosophy is simple: let the land speak for itself. His wines are crafted with low intervention and no added sulfur, allowing the true character of the grapes to shine through. Inspired by a gap year on a regenerative farm in Sonoma, Mark’s wines offer a clean, authentic experience for those who appreciate natural wines that are as real as they come. Taste the passion in every bottle of Deep Rooted.