Eight at the Gate Wines Jillian Pearl Sparkling Blanc de Blanc 2022 from Wrattonbully is a bright, finely crafted all‑Chardonnay fizz, offering cool‑climate finesse with a generous, approachable edge. It drinks like a modern Aussie take on grower Champagne – crisp, lively and just begging to be poured to start a celebration.

In the glass, you can expect lemon and green apple, white peach and a touch of brioche or biscuit, with subtle floral notes and a hint of nuttiness from time on lees. The palate is light to medium‑bodied, crisp and refreshing, with fine bubbles, citrus and orchard‑fruit flavours, a creamy mid‑palate and a clean, dry, chalky finish that keeps you reaching for another sip.

Eight at the Gate Jillian Pearl Sparkling Blanc de Blanc 2022 is ideal as an aperitif or with oysters, prawns, smoked salmon, sushi, soft cheeses or canapés. Serve it well chilled for birthdays, long lunches or as your “house bubbles”, and enjoy it over the next few years while that fruit purity is at its peak.