{"title":"Bondar Wines","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBondar Wines – McLaren Vale\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBondar Wines is one of the most exciting names in modern McLaren Vale — wines that capture everything great about the region while completely rewriting the rulebook.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded by \u003cstrong\u003eAndre Bondar and Selina Kelly\u003c\/strong\u003e, Bondar has built an extraordinary reputation for wines of \u003cstrong\u003epurity, perfume, freshness and finesse\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is McLaren Vale without the heaviness — beautifully detailed wines that favour elegance, energy and drinkability while still delivering the depth and intensity that makes the region famous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of Bondar is the remarkable \u003cstrong\u003eRayner Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, tucked into the hills between \u003cstrong\u003eBlewitt Springs and Seaview\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its old vines, elevation and diverse soils provide the foundation for some seriously compelling wines, with Shiraz and Grenache particularly brilliant expressions of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndre Bondar's winemaking is thoughtful and restrained. Rather than chasing sheer power, the wines are about \u003cstrong\u003etexture, fragrance, balance and vineyard character\u003c\/strong\u003e. Oak sits in the background, fruit remains vibrant and every bottle feels alive. They're the sort of wines that become more interesting with every glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the critics have taken notice. Bondar has developed a formidable reputation in a relatively short period, becoming one of the producers helping define the \u003cstrong\u003enew generation of McLaren Vale\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom beautifully aromatic Grenache and sophisticated Shiraz to vibrant whites, Bondar delivers wines that combine \u003cstrong\u003eserious quality with sheer drinking pleasure\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you think you know McLaren Vale, Bondar is a producer you need to taste.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore the Bondar Wines collection below and discover just how exciting modern McLaren Vale has become.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bondar-rayner-vineyard-grenache-2025","title":"2025 Bondar Rayner Vineyard Grenache | 95+ Point McLaren Vale Grenache","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 95+ POINTS. $40 RRP. THIS IS SERIOUS VALUE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBright, balanced and beautifully refined — Bondar’s most elegant expression of McLaren Vale Grenache, from a tiny pocket of old vines on their home block. All about brightness, balance and a light touch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points - Halliday Wine Companion \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMcLaren Vale, SA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$41 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRayner Vineyard Grenache • Bondar • McLaren Vale • South Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"From a tiny pocket of old vines on their home block — Bondar’s most refined expression of McLaren Vale Grenache. All about brightness, balance and a light touch.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Bondar Grenache Range at Liquid Vibe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo extraordinary single-vineyard Grenache expressions from one of McLaren Vale’s most celebrated producers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRayner Vineyard Grenache 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bondar’s most refined expression. Old vines on their home block. Brightness, balance and a light touch. $41.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHope Springs Eternal Grenache 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e — Elite single-vineyard Grenache from one of the ‘Grand Cru’ Grenache sites of Blewitt Springs. $78.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Bondar and the Rayner Vineyard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBondar is a celebrated McLaren Vale producer — founded by winemaker Andre Bondar and viticulturist Anna Hooper, known for producing wines of extraordinary quality and distinctive McLaren Vale character, particularly celebrated for their single-vineyard Grenache expressions and their commitment to elegance, brightness and a light touch in winemaking. The Rayner Vineyard is Bondar’s home block — a specific named vineyard site of extraordinary character, where a tiny pocket of old vines produces Grenache of exceptional concentration, brightness and distinctive site character. Old vines produce fruit with characteristics impossible to replicate from younger plantings — deep root systems, low yields and the extraordinary concentration and complexity that comes from decades of vine maturity. Bondar’s most refined expression of McLaren Vale Grenache — all about brightness, balance and a light touch that lets the Rayner Vineyard speak with remarkable purity and honesty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrilliant ruby with excellent clarity and the distinctive brightness of great Bondar Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright, refined and elegantly expressive with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ered fruit, cherry and the distinctive brightness of great old-vine McLaren Vale Grenache\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe extraordinary elegance and restraint of Bondar’s light-touch winemaking philosophy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe distinctive site character of the Rayner Vineyard home block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight to medium-bodied with exceptional brightness and beautiful balance — refined, elegant and irresistibly drinkable.\u003cbr\u003eExpect layers of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebright red fruit, spice and the distinctive character of great old-vine Rayner Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe extraordinary brightness and balance of Bondar’s most refined Grenache expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh and elegantly persistent with the distinctive brightness and balance of great Bondar Rayner Vineyard Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWine Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grenache (old vines)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rayner Vineyard (Bondar home block)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e McLaren Vale, SA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bondar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFounded by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Andre Bondar and Anna Hooper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–17°C (serve slightly cool)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drink now – 2030+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted chicken with herbs and lemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled lamb cutlets with Mediterranean herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcuterie and aged soft cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight pasta dishes with tomato and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasual dining and everyday occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is bright, balanced and beautifully refined — \u003cstrong\u003eBondar’s 2025 Rayner Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e, Bondar’s most elegant expression of McLaren Vale Grenache from Andre Bondar and Anna Hooper. A tiny pocket of old vines on their home block — all about brightness, balance and a light touch that lets the Rayner Vineyard speak with remarkable purity and honesty.\u003cbr\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$41\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers outstanding McLaren Vale Grenache character and exceptional value from one of South Australia’s most celebrated and respected producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBright, balanced and beautifully refined — Rayner Vineyard Grenache, by Bondar.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearching for premium McLaren Vale Grenache? The 2025 Bondar Rayner Vineyard Grenache is a 95+ point single-vineyard Grenache sourced primarily from dry-grown vines planted in 1970 on deep sandy soils. Exceptionally dry 2025 conditions reduced yields by around 50%, while a small addition of younger bush-vine fruit brought freshness and lift. Fermented and raised in ceramic, clay and concrete with approximately 15% whole bunch, the wine combines cranberry, pomegranate, black cherry, spiced plum, herbs and iron with fine tannins, savoury tension and excellent drive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bondar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51024695787822,"sku":"LV-BONDAR-RAYNERVINEYARD-2024-750ML","price":41.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2025_Bondar_Rayner_Vineyard_Grenache_McLaren_Vale_95_point_old_vine_Grenache.png?v=1788170017"},{"product_id":"bondar-grenache-cinsault-mataro-rose-2025","title":"2025 Bondar Grenache Cinsault Mataro Rosé | McLaren Vale Premium Rosé","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 96 Point McLaren Vale Rosé | One of Australia’s Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA stunning rosé — vibrant, textural and effortlessly drinkable. This is next-level rosé at an incredible price.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMcLaren Vale, SA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$28 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElite Rosé • Fresh • Seriously Drinkable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A stunning rosé — vibrant, textural and effortlessly drinkable. This is next-level rosé at an incredible price.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePale salmon with a delicate blush hue — refined, bright and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLifted and beautifully expressive with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewild strawberry and raspberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ered cherry and watermelon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erose petal and citrus zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehints of spice and savoury herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrant, elegant and full of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrisp, dry and beautifully textured — a premium rosé style.\u003cbr\u003eExpect flavours of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ejuicy red berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewatermelon and pink grapefruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecitrus and subtle herbal notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea gentle textural grip adding interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebright acidity keeping everything fresh and lively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend delivers \u003cstrong\u003efreshness, texture and complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e, setting it apart from standard rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong, clean and refreshing with lingering fruit, citrus and a light savoury edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96pts – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Bondar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBondar Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are one of McLaren Vale’s most exciting producers, known for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esite-driven wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhône-style blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebalance and drinkability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir rosé consistently punches well above its weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeafood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcuterie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicnic food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Mediterranean dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003eelite rosé at everyday pricing\u003c\/strong\u003e — fresh, textured and incredibly drinkable.\u003cbr\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$28\u003c\/strong\u003e, it’s one of the \u003cstrong\u003ebest-value premium rosés\u003c\/strong\u003e in the shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock up — this one won’t last.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👉 Secure your bottles now — highly limited stock available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bondar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51024740778286,"sku":"LV-BONDAR-ROSE-2025-750ML","price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/image_519c5b26-7833-4771-904b-5a71d4d83b06.png?v=1755931527"},{"product_id":"bondar-junto-gsm-2025","title":"2025 Bondar Junto Grenache Mataro Shiraz Counoise | McLaren Vale Red Blend","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 GRENACHE. MATARO. SHIRAZ. COUNOISE. RED FRUIT. SPICE. FRESHNESS. JUST DRINK IT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBright, juicy and dangerously easy to drink — this is one of the best-value GSM blends in the country\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMcLaren Vale, SA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$31 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJuicy • Spicy • Outstanding Value GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Bright, juicy and dangerously easy to drink — this is one of the best-value GSM blends in the country.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVibrant ruby with a crimson edge — fresh, youthful and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLifted and expressive with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eraspberry and red cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eplum and wild berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espice, dried herbs and pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehints of earth and savoury nuance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrant, lively and full of energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedium-bodied, juicy and beautifully balanced — a modern McLaren Vale GSM.\u003cbr\u003eExpect layers of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eripe red and dark berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echerry, plum and spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esavoury herbal notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efine, soft tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebright acidity giving freshness and flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrenache brings \u003cstrong\u003elift and juiciness\u003c\/strong\u003e, Shiraz adds \u003cstrong\u003edepth\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Mataro provides \u003cstrong\u003estructure and savoury edge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmooth, fresh and moreish with lingering fruit and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95pts – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Vibrant, balanced and highly drinkable.”\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Bondar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBondar Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are known for crafting wines that emphasise:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edrinkability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emodern McLaren Vale style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e‘Junto’ GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e is their go-to blend — approachable, expressive and consistently outstanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBBQ meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePizza\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePasta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcuterie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003eseriously good value GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e — juicy, balanced and incredibly easy to drink.\u003cbr\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$31\u003c\/strong\u003e, it punches well above its weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA perfect go-to red for any occasion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearching for a fresh McLaren Vale Grenache blend? The 2025 Bondar Junto combines 72% Grenache, 13% Mataro, 8% Shiraz and 7% Counoise in a bright, medium-bodied red designed around freshness and drinkability. Around 20% whole bunch brings herbal lift and tension, while Grenache delivers red and blue fruits, Mataro contributes spice and structure, Shiraz adds darker fruit and Counoise gives the 2025 additional freshness and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bondar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51053706740014,"sku":"BONDAR-JUNTO","price":31.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2025BondarJuntoGSM.webp?v=1776060818"},{"product_id":"bondar-hope-springs-eternal-shiraz-2023","title":"2023 Bondar Hope Springs Eternal Shiraz | 96 Point Hickinbotham Vineyard Shiraz","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 96 HALLIDAY | HICKINBOTHAM VINEYARD | 1971 VINES | BONDAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA beautifully composed Shiraz — perfumed, layered and full of finesse. This is McLaren Vale with elegance and precision\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion | 95 Points – The R Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMcLaren Vale, SA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$78 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Vineyard • Elegant • Premium McLaren Vale Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A beautifully composed Shiraz — perfumed, layered and full of finesse. 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The 2025 Bondar Fiano is a 95-point, gold-medal McLaren Vale white sourced from two Tatachilla vineyards planted on loam over limestone. Predominantly fermented in stainless steel with smaller older-oak and amphora components, it combines golden apple, Corella pear, lemon, orchard blossom and sea spray with pithy texture, saline minerality and beautifully integrated natural acidity. One of the standout examples of McLaren Vale's increasingly exciting Fiano category.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bondar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51152236282158,"sku":"LV-BONDAR-FIANO-2025-750ML","price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2025BondarFiano_3a103d82-ed74-4292-9aa3-0ad957d61ad1.png?v=1759981156"},{"product_id":"bondar-nero-davola-2025","title":"2025 Bondar Nero d'Avola | 95 Point McLaren Vale Nero","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 95 POINTS. $36 RRP. RIDICULOUSLY DRINKABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA richly flavoured and characterful McLaren Vale Nero d'Avola \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the most exciting and food-friendly Italian varietals grown in Australia's most celebrated Mediterranean-climate wine region.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSicily's signature red grape. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points - Halliday Wine Companion \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMcLaren Vale, SA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$36 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNero d’Avola • Bondar • McLaren Vale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A richly flavoured and characterful McLaren Vale Nero d'Avola — warm and expressive, with dark cherry and plum intensity, violet florals and the earthy, spiced complexity that defines Bondar as one of McLaren Vale's most celebrated and respected boutique producers.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby with a vivid, luminous core — rich, warm and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich and expressive with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edark cherry and plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblackberry and dark fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eviolet florals and spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eearthy complexity, dried herbs and subtle oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Nero d'Avola varietal character with McLaren Vale's signature warmth and generosity — rich, expressive and deeply food-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedium to full-bodied with soft, approachable tannins and fresh acidity.\u003cbr\u003eExpect layers of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edark cherry, plum and blackberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erich, concentrated dark fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eviolet florals, spice and earthy complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edried herbs and subtle oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esoft tannins and fresh acidity delivering balance and length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine delivers dark fruit richness with earthy, savoury complexity, combining Nero d'Avola's Sicilian character with McLaren Vale's Mediterranean warmth and Bondar's celebrated minimal-intervention winemaking approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong and savoury with lingering dark cherry, spice, earthy complexity and soft tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Bondar Nero d’Avola\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBondar is one of McLaren Vale's most celebrated and respected boutique producers, founded by Andre Bondar and winemaker Rob Mack with a commitment to showcasing the extraordinary potential of McLaren Vale's Mediterranean climate for both traditional and alternative varieties. Nero d'Avola — Sicily's signature red grape — thrives in McLaren Vale's warm, dry Mediterranean climate, producing wines of dark fruit intensity, earthy complexity and food-friendly character that honour the variety's Sicilian heritage while expressing the unique character of one of Australia's most celebrated wine regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt represents:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echaracterful McLaren Vale Nero d'Avola from one of the region's most celebrated and respected boutique producers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBondar's commitment to showcasing the extraordinary potential of Italian varietals in McLaren Vale's Mediterranean climate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoutstanding value for a food-friendly, characterful Australian Nero d'Avola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWine Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nero d'Avola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e McLaren Vale, SA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bondar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–18°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drink now – 2030\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePasta al ragù\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled lamb cutlets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-braised beef\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged Pecorino\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcuterie and salumi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSicilian-style dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is richly flavoured, characterful \u003cstrong\u003eMcLaren Vale Nero d'Avola\u003c\/strong\u003e from one of the region's most celebrated and respected boutique producers.\u003cbr\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$36\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers outstanding Italian varietal character and McLaren Vale warmth at an exceptional everyday price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA must-have for lovers of food-friendly Italian varietals and great-value McLaren Vale alternative reds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearching for Australian Nero d'Avola? The 2025 Bondar Nero d'Avola is a 95-point McLaren Vale red showcasing Bondar's bright, savoury and finely structured house style. Nero d'Avola thrives in the warmth of McLaren Vale, while the Willunga vineyard's rocky clay soils and maritime influence help retain freshness and energy. 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This is McLaren Vale with finesse.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby with vibrant purple hues — polished, bright and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHighly aromatic and lifted with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblackberry and dark cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eplum and blueberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eviolet and white pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espice, herbs and subtle savoury notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehints of olive tapenade and fine oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrant, detailed and unmistakably modern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedium-bodied, silky and beautifully structured — a refined expression of Shiraz.\u003cbr\u003eExpect layers of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ejuicy dark berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack cherry and plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epepper, spice and savoury complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efine, powdery tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebright acidity giving energy and precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine shows \u003cstrong\u003efinesse over power\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering depth with elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong, smooth and savoury with lingering dark fruit, spice and fine tannin detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96pts – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Perfumed, refined and beautifully composed — a standout Shiraz.”\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Bondar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBondar Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are known for crafting site-driven wines that emphasise:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprecision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edrinkability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emodern McLaren Vale style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRayner Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e is a flagship expression — showcasing elegance and vineyard character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003emodern McLaren Vale Shiraz at its finest\u003c\/strong\u003e — perfumed, structured and incredibly drinkable.\u003cbr\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$50\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers premium quality with strong critical backing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA must-have for lovers of elegant, site-driven Shiraz.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bondar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51155067437358,"sku":"LV-BONDAR-RAYNERSHIRAZ-2023-750ML","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2023BondarRaynerShiraz.png?v=1759984612"},{"product_id":"bondar-hope-springs-eternal-chardonnay-2024","title":"2024 Bondar Hope Springs Eternal Chardonnay | 95+ Point Adelaide Hills Chardonnay","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 95+ Point Chardonnay | Bondar's New Ultra-Premium Adelaide Hills Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-altitude Chardonnay from over 500 metres — intense, tightly coiled and built to become something seriously special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBowyer Ridge Vineyard. Lobethal. Just three barriques. An extraordinary new chapter for Bondar.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElite Adelaide Hills Chardonnay | Precision, Texture \u0026amp; Electric Acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A tiny-production Chardonnay of remarkable intensity and tension — cool-climate fruit, tightly wound acidity and exceptional length from one of Bondar's most ambitious projects yet.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale straw with brilliant green-gold highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool and restrained at first, gradually revealing \u003cstrong\u003enectarine, lemon and green pear\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by stone-fruit kernel, fig leaf, subtle oak spice and delicate nutty complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tightly coiled and beautifully structured. There's plenty of fruit and texture here, but the driving force is the wine's \u003cstrong\u003epowerful natural acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nectarine, citrus and pear meet fine pithy texture, subtle creaminess and restrained oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, precise and energetic. Citrus and stone fruit carry through with nutty complexity and an impressive line of acidity that suggests this will become significantly more expressive with bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarcus Ellis awarded the wine \u003cstrong\u003e95+ points for Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting its impressive length and tightly coiled acidity, and suggesting a little time will bring out its best. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHope Springs Eternal – Bondar Goes to Another Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an important new project for \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bondarwines.com.au\/collections\/hope-springs-eternal?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBondar Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHope Springs Eternal\u003c\/strong\u003e was created with one very clear ambition:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo make great, elegant and age-worthy wines from vineyard sites Bondar believes are among the very best for each variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage is only the \u003cstrong\u003esecond Hope Springs Eternal release\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Chardonnay joins the range for the first time alongside Grenache and Shiraz. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't simply another Bondar Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is Bondar aiming for the top.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBowyer Ridge Vineyard – Over 500 Metres\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from the:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBowyer Ridge Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eat \u003cstrong\u003eLobethal in the Adelaide Hills\u003c\/strong\u003e, sitting at:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver 500 metres above sea level.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat altitude is crucial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooler growing conditions help Chardonnay retain the acidity, tension and freshness needed to balance serious flavour concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd you can see that in the finished wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't broad, buttery Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCitrus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Pear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool Nectarine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFig Leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStone-Fruit Kernel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectric Acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubtle Oak Spice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's Chardonnay built around \u003cstrong\u003etension rather than excess\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJust Three Barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow this is the part that really caught my attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire wine came from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHREE BARRIQUES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo older barrels and one second-fill barrique, with the wine undergoing full malolactic fermentation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're talking genuine micro-production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd importantly, the winemaking isn't flashy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no attempt to manufacture complexity through excessive oak or cellar tricks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead, the emphasis is on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite. Fruit. Texture. Acidity. Time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExactly where it should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarcus Ellis' review is particularly interesting because he sees this as a wine that hasn't even fully revealed itself yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe highlights \u003cstrong\u003ecool nectarine, lemon, green pear, stone-fruit kernel, fig leaf and subtle oak spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, together with fine pithy texture, creaminess and powerful acid drive. Most importantly, he sees impressive length and recommends giving the wine some time to show its best. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat little \u003cstrong\u003e“+”\u003c\/strong\u003e matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis feels like a Chardonnay whose best days are still ahead of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBondar – One of Australia's Most Exciting Producers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBondar's trajectory has been remarkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winery was named \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday's Best Value Winery in Australia in 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e, is rated \u003cstrong\u003eFive Red Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e, and has previously been named Halliday's Best New Winery. Andre Bondar was also runner-up for Best Winemaker in the Halliday Wine Companion. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe philosophy has always been about wines with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrightness • Savouriness • Structure • Texture • Drinkability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHope Springs Eternal takes that philosophy and pushes it into a more ambitious, cellar-worthy direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Chardonnay to Cellar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't the Bondar Chardonnay I'd necessarily open tonight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's actually what makes it exciting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's plenty of flavour already, but the acidity remains tightly wrapped around the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday's Marcus Ellis specifically recommends giving it \u003cstrong\u003ea year or so\u003c\/strong\u003e to start revealing its best. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'd expect this to become increasingly complex as the citrus and stone fruit begin integrating with the nutty, creamy and savoury elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy several.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry one relatively young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen watch the rest evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeared scallops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled lobster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoreton Bay bugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKingfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePork belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled snapper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComté\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple-cream Brie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe acidity gives it enormous versatility at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the most exciting new Chardonnays I've seen from Bondar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're getting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBowyer Ridge Vineyard, Lobethal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500+ metres elevation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJust three barriques produced\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Hope Springs Eternal Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerious natural acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine cellaring potential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the RRP?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$78.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBondar itself released the wine at \u003cstrong\u003e$80\u003c\/strong\u003e, while current specialist retail pricing sits around $75–$80, so $78 is right in the market for this extremely limited release. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut this isn't about finding the cheapest Bondar Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe regular Bondar Adelaide Hills Chardonnay is already an outstanding wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHope Springs Eternal is something different.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Bondar selecting a high-altitude vineyard they believe can produce \u003cstrong\u003eelite, age-worthy Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, then making only three barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the first release has immediately received:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points from Halliday.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's some debut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTightly coiled. Mineral. Textural. Powerful. Precise.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Bondar Hope Springs Eternal Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e feels like the beginning of something very exciting — an ambitious, tiny-production Adelaide Hills Chardonnay designed not merely to impress now, but to evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Halliday. 500+ Metres. Three Barriques. $78 RRP.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 Extremely limited and one for serious Australian Chardonnay drinkers — I'd be buying this for the cellar before people realise just how good the Hope Springs Eternal project could become.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bondar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52527449932078,"sku":"LV-BONDAR-HOPESPRINGS-2023-750ML","price":78.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2024BondarHopeSpringsEternalChardonnay_64ccb452-bd0e-4620-99a9-75a16942d64a.webp?v=1788170639"},{"product_id":"bondar-adelaide-hills-chardonnay-2024","title":"2024 Bondar Adelaide Hills Chardonnay | 96 Point Adelaide Hills Chardonnay","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔥 96 Point Chardonnay | Halliday Special Value Wine | Extraordinary at $45\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis might be one of the best-value Chardonnays in Australia.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-vineyard Adelaide Hills Chardonnay with electric acidity, flinty minerality and exceptional length — for just $45.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points + Special Value Wine – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Adelaide Hills Chardonnay | Precision, Texture \u0026amp; Incredible Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're looking for the sweet spot between serious Chardonnay and everyday affordability, this is it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday's Marcus Ellis awarded the 2024 an outstanding \u003cstrong\u003e96 points AND Special Value Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e, praising its combination of intensity, harmony, electric acidity, fine texture and exceptional length. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd when you realise this wine sells for just:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$45 RRP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethe score becomes even more impressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRathmine Vineyard – Echunga\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't a broad regional blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from a \u003cstrong\u003esingle vineyard at Echunga in the Adelaide Hills\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Rathmine Vineyard, a site Bondar has worked with for more than a decade. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard sits at around:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e450 metres above sea level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand is planted to \u003cstrong\u003eBernard 76 Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, with vines now approaching \u003cstrong\u003e30 years of age\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneath the vines are shallow clay-loam soils running into limey rock and a limestone base — an excellent foundation for Chardonnay with freshness and mineral drive. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuinely serious site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the 2024 has absolutely nailed it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale straw with bright green-gold highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautifully composed yet intense. \u003cstrong\u003eWhite nectarine, lemon curd and citrus\u003c\/strong\u003e lead into toasted hazelnut, oatmeal and ground ginger, with a subtle oyster-shell character adding complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is where the wine really comes alive. There's serious fruit intensity, but nothing feels heavy. Nectarine and citrus sit within a beautifully textured palate, with \u003cstrong\u003eelectric acidity, wet-stone minerality and fine stone-fruit-kernel nuttiness\u003c\/strong\u003e providing tension and shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long, precise and mineral. The combination of citrus, stone fruit, subtle nuttiness and coiled acidity continues beautifully through the finish. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt tastes considerably more expensive than $45.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points + Special Value Wine – Halliday\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't simply a 96-point wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday Wine Companion also awarded it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIAL VALUE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarcus Ellis found \u003cstrong\u003ewhite nectarine, lemon curd, toasted hazelnut, oatmeal and ginger\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with oyster-shell minerality. He particularly praised the harmony and quiet power of the wine, with electric acidity beautifully integrated into the fruit and texture. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd that's exactly why this wine is so compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of Chardonnays around $40–$50 are delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery few have this combination of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit intensity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinerality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplexity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is proper Chardonnay.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Winemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rathmine Vineyard fruit is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-picked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethen lightly pressed directly to barrel without sulphur addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs naturally using indigenous yeasts in French oak, with approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25% new oak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand the wine spends around:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 months in barrel.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the low-yielding 2024 vintage, Halliday notes a combination of \u003cstrong\u003eone Stockinger demi-muid and seasoned oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, with native barrel fermentation and full malolactic fermentation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result isn't overtly oaky or buttery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's about:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture without heaviness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOak without domination.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity without austerity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's difficult to achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBondar – One of Australia's Great Value Producers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bondarwines.com.au\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBondar Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e has developed an extraordinary reputation since its first vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate was named \u003cstrong\u003eBest Value Winery in Australia by Halliday Wine Companion in 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e, was ranked \u003cstrong\u003e#29 in Halliday's Top 100 Wineries\u003c\/strong\u003e, carries a Five Red Star rating, and Andre Bondar has previously been runner-up for Halliday's Best Winemaker. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd this Chardonnay tells you exactly why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBondar's philosophy is to make wines that are \u003cstrong\u003ebright, pure, finely structured and concentrated without becoming heavy\u003c\/strong\u003e, using minimal-input winemaking to allow the vineyard to speak. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat philosophy is written all over this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHope Springs Eternal vs Adelaide Hills Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow that Bondar has the \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Hope Springs Eternal Chardonnay at $78\u003c\/strong\u003e, the comparison between these two wines becomes fascinating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Bondar Adelaide Hills Chardonnay – $45\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points Halliday\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRathmine Vineyard. More immediately expressive, beautifully balanced, mineral and extraordinarily drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Hope Springs Eternal Chardonnay – $78\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points Halliday\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowyer Ridge Vineyard. 500+ metres. Just three barriques. Tighter, more coiled and built more deliberately around future development. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd here's the thing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe $45 wine actually received the higher score.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat doesn't necessarily make it the greater long-term wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut it makes the regular Bondar Chardonnay look like \u003cstrong\u003eridiculous value\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the Chardonnay Bargains of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where I'd sell this wine hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBondar's own release price is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$45.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt that price you're getting a single-vineyard, naturally fermented Adelaide Hills Chardonnay with around 30-year-old vines and serious winemaking credentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd Halliday has given it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 POINTS + SPECIAL VALUE WINE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere aren't many places left in Australian wine where $45 buys this level of Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled snapper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKingfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeared scallops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrawn linguine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePork belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChargrilled calamari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComté\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut this is equally good with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA big Burgundy glass and absolutely nothing else.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday's published retailer data gives a drinking horizon through approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2034.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's enough fruit, acidity and structure here to develop beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'd happily drink it now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut I'd also love to see what happens after \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 years\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat electric acidity should allow the wine to evolve toward more complex nutty, savoury and creamy characters while retaining freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly the sort of wine I love finding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're getting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-vineyard Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRathmine Vineyard, Echunga\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAround 450 metres elevation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVines approaching 30 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShallow clay over limey rock \u0026amp; limestone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-picked fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak – around 25% new\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Special Value Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the RRP?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$45.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's the killer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf this were $65, I'd still think it was an excellent Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt $55, I'd call it very good value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt $45, it's outstanding.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Bondar Adelaide Hills Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers the things we normally associate with far more expensive Australian Chardonnay — \u003cstrong\u003evineyard definition, flinty minerality, sophisticated oak, serious texture, electric acidity and exceptional length\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd yet you can put it on the table for forty-five bucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlinty. Textural. Electric. Precise. Seriously delicious.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points. Halliday Special Value Wine. Single Vineyard. $45 RRP.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 This is one I'd be buying by the six-pack — one of the strongest Chardonnay buys in the entire Bondar range and phenomenal value for this level of quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bondar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52527482208558,"sku":"LV-BONDAR-ADELAIDEHILLS-CHARDONNAY-2024-750ML","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2024BondarAdelaideHillsChardonnay_31155023-9d90-4817-b5b3-009ab3ff3aa4.webp?v=1788171404"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/collections\/26ddf6c8-70fb-4a1d-9f3d-ef19bb4ab4c1.png?v=1788166252","url":"https:\/\/liquidvibe.com.au\/collections\/bondar-wines.oembed","provider":"liquidvibe.com.au","version":"1.0","type":"link"}