Riverbank Estate Rebellious Vermentino 2022 by RiverBank Estate from Western Australia’s Swan Valley is a lively, coastal‑styled white that crackles with energy and screams summer drinking on the deck. This Rebellious Vermentino 2022 shows off the variety’s freshness in a way that’s both cheeky and beautifully crafted.

In the glass, expect bright lemon zest and lime juice, layered with mineral sea‑spray salinity and a subtle nuttiness from bottle age that hints at cashew and gentle toast. There is a whisper of honeysuckle florals, all wrapped in a textural, almost creamy mid‑palate that’s cut clean by crunchy, salty acidity. It stays brisk, dry and seriously refreshing.

On the table, this is a cracking match for South Australian kingfish crudo, flash‑fried squid, Coffin Bay oysters, or simple grilled garfish with lemon and olive oil. It will also sing with prawn linguine, spicy Thai fish cakes or a salty pecorino and olive antipasto spread. Serve nicely chilled and don’t be shy about a second bottle.