This is a charming account of Sangiovese, from a producer that specialises in European grape varieties down under. Notes of thyme and crunchy red fruit dominate, with hints of cigar box and earth - pretty typical Sangiovese character - nicely balanced and elegant.

Situated in the exciting sub-region of Heathcote in Australia's state of Victoria, you will find the impressive wines of Tar & Roses. These guys initially set up their estate out of love for Nebbiolo, believing that they had found some of the best soils around for cultivating this Italian powerhouse grape. However, the team also diversified and also produce delicious wines from a host of different grape types. Don Lewis and Narelle King spearheaded this project. Armed with invaluable winemaking experience from some of Europe's finest wine regions, the pair returned to Australia with the taste of the Mediterranean in their mouths. Tar & Roses pride itself on reflecting Spain and Italy as well as putting their own Aussie twist on these world-famous varieties. Sadly, Don passed away in 2017 but his legacy lives on through the lens of these delicious wines - not to be missed.