Bethany Old Quarry Fronti NV from Bethany Wines in the Barossa is a nostalgic white fortified, drawn off ancient bush vines around the old quarry and filled with sun–baked character. Bethany Old Quarry Fronti NV pours deep golden and immediately smells like Seville orange marmalade, honey on toast and warm treacle.

On the palate it’s all about rich, layered sweetness – think caramelised citrus, toffee, dried apricot and a gentle nutty rancio note that keeps things grown–up rather than simply sugary. The texture is full and velvety, coating the mouth yet finishing with a surprisingly lively lift, so you’re keen for another sip rather than weighed down.

This is tailor–made for Aussie entertaining – pour it slightly chilled with a board of sharp hard cheeses, quince paste, dried figs and nuts, or bring it out after dinner alongside caramel desserts, citrus tart or bread–and–butter pudding for an old–school Barossa finale.