Castagna Growers Selection Harlequin 2024 from Castagna in Beechworth, Victoria is a textured, biodynamic white blend that’s all foggy perfume, stone fruit and nutty savouriness wrapped around a chalky, mineral spine – the kind of wine that keeps sommeliers grinning. This Harlequin 2024 feels rich yet refined, with loads of personality and that classic Beechworth granitic hum underneath

On the nose, Castagna Harlequin 2024 throws out a “great fog of perfume” – savoury‑nutty tones, ripe/dried/fresh apple, citrus, potpourri and hints of creamy brioche, apricot and wet stone. The palate layers tart citrus and apple with white peach and apricot, wheat‑and‑nut savouriness and fine chalky tannins, drawing the wine long to a chewy, textural finish that still stays bright and mouth‑watering. It’s an excellent wine with genuinely amazing texture.

Food‑wise, Castagna Growers Selection Harlequin 2024 is made for richer seafood, roast chook, creamy vegetable dishes and nutty cheeses like Gruyère or Comté. It works brilliantly with complex, layered food – think roast pumpkin with tahini, spiced cauliflower or Middle Eastern‑leaning mezze – where its stone‑fruit richness and savoury grip can really shine.