Empire of Dirt Emerge Traditional Sparkling 2020 from Geelong’s Moorabool Valley is a seriously classy Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend that takes traditional‑method technique and layers it over cool‑climate fruit to deliver a rich yet finely etched Victorian fizz. This Empire of Dirt Emerge 2020 spends 24 months on lees with about 8 g/L residual sugar, giving a luscious, Champagne‑inspired style that still feels bright and controlled.

In the glass you’ll see a pale straw hue and a persistent, fine bead with lifted aromas of lemon curd, white peach, green apple and grapefruit zest, wrapped up in brioche, toasted nuts and a whisper of sea spray. The palate is medium‑bodied and creamy yet refreshing, showing citrus and stone fruit over savoury leesy depth, with crisp acidity and a long, gently toasty finish that keeps Emerge Traditional Sparkling 2020 feeling both indulgent and precise.

Empire of Dirt Emerge Traditional Sparkling 2020 is a brilliant match with South Australian oysters, prawns, fish and chips or fried chicken, where its acidity and leesy complexity slice through salt and crunch. It’s equally comfortable alongside smoked salmon blinis, soft cheeses, roast chicken or a festive seafood platter, making it a go‑to bottle for celebrations when you want something local, refined and seriously over‑delivering for the price.