Conte Estate The Numb Hand Pruner 2006 Grenache

It's a mystery why varietal grenache has fallen out of favour when there are wines like this available; medium-bodied with hints of spice, subtle oak and savoury characters, this offers real drinkability and affordability. $18.

Innocent Bystander 2008 Moscato

Probably first wine from the 2008 vintage to be released, and it's a ripping little pink number, effervescent and fresh with lashings of sweet Muscat fruit. A lively aperitif-style wine with just 5.5% alcohol that's sold in 375ml bottles. $12.50.

Bay of Fires 2002 Arras

This may be Australia's best sparkling wine. A classic Tasmanian blend of chardonnay and pinot noir, it is a bubbly with style and sophistication. There's lovely complexity but also freshness in a wine with wonderful balance and refreshing acidity. $55.

Logan 2007 Apple Tree Flat Chardonnay

What a great buy! It is hard to go past a well-made, flavoursome chardonnay like one. It offers some lovely varietal characters, with stone and citrus fruit flavours to the fore, making it an excellent quaffer for $11.

Pipers Brook Vineyard 2007 Riesling

One of a number of excellent rieslings coming out of Tasmania, this is a wonderfully vibrant wine with intense floral aromas and just the right balance of citrus and minerality on the palate. Crisp and dry with lingering mouthfeel. $28.

Capel Vale 2007 Debut Verdelho

Verdelho is often casually dismissed, but can be very refreshing when made well - and this is. Fresh, zingy and zesty, it is the perfect wine for a warm autumn afternoon. There are some tropical fruit flavours but also some lovely crispness. $18.

Casella 2006 Yendah Shiraz Viognier

The Casella family have enjoyed huge success with their [Yellow Tail] label but for this range they source fruit from around the country (in this case McLaren Vale) to make stylish, well-structured wines. This is soft, appealing and food-friendly. $18.