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The Semillon Sauvignon blend has traditionally worked well and this example from a family owned and run estate in South Australia shows why. A fragrant aromatic nose is backed up by on the palate with a firm flavour and crisp finish.

Chardonnay is very much the Australian flagship white grape and this example from a family owned and run estate in South Australia shows why. A deliciously fruity nose is balanced a ripeness on the palate and a lovely soft but crisp finish.

Yarra Valley east of Melbourne is one of Australia's best districts for making top quality chardonnay and Soumah shows what can be done. A deliciously classic chardonnay nose is followed by a well balanced, crisp flavour on the palate.

The cooler climate of the Yarra valley is ideal for the Chardonnay grape and this tiny production wine illustrates why. A delicious toasty nose and on the palate it is both elegant and balanced with a persistent finish.

The recently revived Heathcote region is showing its paces and the Tellurian (Latin, for"of the earth") winery illustrates why. A firm, clean nose with touches of orange and honeysuckle. A nicely weighted wine with a good balance and length.

Shiraz is very much the Australian flagship and this example from a family owned and run estate in South Australia shows why. A lovely perfumed nose, typical of shiraz but with weight behind it. A soft, easy going palate with a lightly dry finish.

From a new and energetic winery near Melbourne this is a cooler part of Victoria making elegant wines. A stunningly classic grassy, minty Cabernet Sauvignon nose is partnered with an elegant palate with good length on the finish.

The recently revived Heathcote region is showing its paces and the Tellurian (Latin, for"of the earth") winery illustrates why. A delicious leathery nose. On the palate it has tones of rich, intense dark fruit, is nicely balanced with a softly dry finish.

The Yarra valley, near Melbourne, has a climate that is particularly suited to the Pinot Noir grape as this wine amply illustrates. A distinctive, perfumed nose with a touch of classic Pinot Noir strawberry. A well balanced, elegant wine.

The recently revived Heathcote region is showing its paces and the Tellurian (Latin, for"of the earth") winery illustrates why. A lovely, soft, round textured nose. It is followed up by an elegant and complex palate with a range of different flavours.