Payten & Jones, Leuconoe Solera No.1, Yarra Valley, Victoria

This is the first vintage of a solera-style Sangiovese, made in tiny quantities by innovative producer Payten & Jones - just 250 cases were made. A blend of the 2014, '15 and '16 vintages, this is less about upfront fruit than the winery's regular Sangiovese, and more savoury in character. A dark ruby colour in the glass, you'll find a decent amount of tannin from the older vintages that are blended in, and fresh, red berry fruit behind. Fresh and food friendly, it's aromatic and earthy, an exciting expression of Australian Sangiovese.