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The Upstarts Sparkling NV
Grape Type Pronunciation: "spark-ah-ling"
Primary flavours
Green Apple
Lemon
White Grapefruit
Chalk
Salt
Details
First drop on Friday after work. Sunday brunch delight. Tuesday night mood booster. Yep, The Upstarts Sparkling pairs perfectly with all the moments we need it most. Its mouth-puckering citrus flavours, green apple crunch, and chalky finish make it the kind of go-to bottle you'll always want on hand, chilled and ready-to-go in the fridge.

Upstart /ˈʌpstɑːt/ noun. A person who has risen suddenly in rank or importance, especially one who behaves arrogantly. Eg., ‘the upstarts who dare to challenge the legitimacy of his rule.’ Or equally, a wine that behaves arrogantly after rising in importance… And with wines this good, why wouldn’t they behave like that? The Upstarts Wines, made by Brett Schutz from Tim Adams Wines, are all about the expression of fruit and site. Grown from the ground up in the Clare Valley in South Australia, the wines are mindfully made with a hands-off approach in the winery and low-environment impact techniques. The Upstarts Wine’s mission? To make easy-drinking, accessible wines that stand up against the big guys when put to the test. Wines that are to be enjoyed with great conversation. And packaged in a lightweight lean and green bottle, The Upstarts wines are mindfully made and sustainably grown from the ground up. There’s nothing more to say here other than here’s cheers to that!
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low (under 12%)medium (12-14%)high (14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with high acidity, no fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Orange (region)
country
Australia
Grape type
Sparkling (Australian)
Wine Maker
The Upstarts
Alcohol
12%
Vintage
NV
Cellar period
1-3 years
Production method
Sustainably Made
State
NSW
Pairing guide
Few things make us happier than pairing a bottle of local sparkling wine with a wide range of different dishes and occasions. We especially love the combo of sparkling wine with fried foods and finger foods. Try this bottle with homemade potato chips, small fried and breaded fish like sprats, calamari, homemade fried chicken, and contemporary savoury snacks like deep-fried halloumi and artisan popcorn.
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Food
Lobster
Sushi
Sashimi
Oysters
Antipasto
Raw Fish
Tastes
Crisp
Light
Moods
Excited
Celebratory
Seasons
Summer
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Orange (region), Australia
The Orange wine region is a bubbly, sunny place where the grapes are ripe and juicy and the wines are as bright and cheerful as a summer's day. Nestled in the heart of New South Wales, three hour's drive to the west of Sydney, this region is known for its crisp, refreshing wines that are bursting with flavour due to its surprisingly cool climate. Whether you're in the mood for a fruity Chardonnay, a zesty Riesling, or a crisp Sauvignon Blanc, the Orange wine region has a wine for every palate. So why not grab a bottle, kick back, and enjoy the laid-back charm of this delightful wine region? Cheers!
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