Sparkling Whites & Rosé

The sparkling wine crafted from Chardonnay grapes at Dalwood Estate in the Hunter Valley is a sparkling gem that exudes elegance and reflects the unique character of both the grape variety and the estate's terroir. Produced using the Charmat method, this sparkling wine offers a delightful and refreshing experience.

An exceptional and complex wine that embodies the meticulous winemaking process and the unique qualities of the region. Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir fruit sourced from the Tumbarumba wine region, from the 2022 vintage and left on tirage for almost 3 full years before disgorgement.

Here's how our 2022 Dalliance presents:

1. Region Terroir: Tumbarumba is known for its cool climate, the terroir in this region imparts notes of freshness, minerality, and a crisp acidity to the wine.

2. Grapes: The blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir is a classic combination for sparkling wine production. Chardonnay contributes elegance, acidity, and a hint of green apple and citrus, while Pinot Noir adds body, subtle red fruit notes, and complexity along the finish. 

3. Tirage Aging: Aging the wine on tirage (lees) for almost 3 years is a significant step in traditional method sparkling wine production. During this time, the wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle, which can result in greater complexity, creaminess, and a subtle brioche-like aroma due to autolysis, the breakdown of yeast cells.

4. Flavour Profile: Given the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir blend and the tirage aging, you can expect a well-balanced acidity, crispness, and light body but with full effervescence. The flavour profile includes notes of green apple, citrus, red berries, and possibly hints of toast or brioche from the lees aging.

5. Aroma: Hints of fresh fruits, floral notes, and the brioche or toasted bread notes. 

6. Mouthfeel: The extended lees aging imparts a creamy and velvety texture to the wine, with a persistent mousse (bubbles) that carries the flavours and aromas through the palate.

Overall, our Dalliance from Tumbarumba, made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes from the 2022 vintage offers a harmonious balance of fruitiness, acidity, and complexity, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate the nuances of well-crafted sparkling wines.

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Awards Won

Trophy Winner, Best Sparkling Wine, 2025 Tumbarumba Wine Show

Gold Medal at the Tumbarumba Wine Show 2025

Grown and harvested in the cold climate heights of Tumbarumba, this sparkling wine is a testament to the nuances of great Australian wine making. Made with a small amount of Pinot Noir Red wine, this Chardonnay Pinot base build on the success and heritage of our iconic Dalliance Sparkling.

This sparkling challenges the concepts and designs of what we call a modern rose. The desire for a pale, dry rose is stripped back to its finest levels. Resting on triage for three years, this method style sparkling features a fine creamy bead and gentle citrus flavours perfect for celebrations.