Delinquente, Weeping Juan, Pet Nat, Riverland, Australia

If you look outside the mainstream sea of “big wine” there’s a whole lot more going in Australia than blockbuster Shiraz and supercharged Chardonnay. Con-Greg, winemaker at Delinquente, uses Italian grape varieties well suited to the Mediterranean climate of the Riverland region to make fun, juicy, and delicious wines. They’re not simple by any means but they are super enjoyable, or as Con-Greg puts it, “smashable”. The typically irreverent and eye-catching labels are by Adelaide street artist Ankles.

This day glow pink pet nat is made from Nero d'Avola for the colour and red fruit character which fleshes out the citrus and stone fruit of the Vermentino. It tastes like freshly toasted fruit bread with a touch of yeastiness and delightful fizz for added fun. 

Drink it when you need a pick-me-up, want to celebrate or are just feeling the joys of life!