This Sparkling Life
Celebration is the most commonly-associated word with sparkling wine. I prefer the word miracle. You drink sparkling wine, and you take on a bit of miracle. These are my views on
sparkling wines of the world.
Deviation Road Beltana Blanc de Blancs 2019
Some argue Kate Laurie's Beltana is the best sparkling in Australia — Campbell Mattinson's 96-point review of the Deviation Road Beltana Blanc de Blancs 2019.
Daosa Late Disgorged Blanc de Blancs 2017
"A wine of both drama and finesse — it's crackjack." Campbell Mattinson's 95-point review of Daosa Late Disgorged Blanc de Blancs 2017, from the Adelaide Hills.
Arras 30th Anniversary EJ Carr Late Disgorged 2006
Nearly 17 years on lees, just 1,566 bottles — Campbell Mattinson's 96-point review of the Arras EJ Carr Late Disgorged 2006, a 30th-anniversary release.
Gembrook Hill Blanc de Blancs 2012
Mattinson review of Gembrook Hill Blanc de Blancs 2012.
Stefano Lubiana Grand Vintage 2013
Mattinson review of Stefano Lubiana Grand Vintage 2013.
House of Arras Grand Vintage 2017
"Rich, refreshing, thrilling." Campbell Mattinson's 95-point review of House of Arras Grand Vintage 2017 — the flagship Tasmanian sparkling.
Deviation Road Beltana Blanc de Blancs 2016
"Beautiful wine in a beautiful place." Campbell Mattinson's 95-point review of Deviation Road Beltana Blanc de Blancs 2016, from the Adelaide Hills.
Howard Park Jeté Grand Vintage 2019
Mattinson review of Howard Park Jeté Grand Vintage 2019.
Marri Wood Park Sparkling Chenin Blanc 2020
Mattinson review of Marri Wood Park Sparkling Chenin Blanc 2020.