It's logical to think biologically, right? Anyways, this is as simple as winemaking can get for reds: 'partially crushed and left in stainless steel tanks for 10 days before bottling. No added preservatives - just a small amount of Co2 for protection.' It's preservative free, organic, vegan and biodynamic. David Lowe is a big believer in looking after the planet. You'll need a corkscrew to open it.

First Ridge's vines are grown in the high altitude region of Mudgee, NSW at just under 600 metres, where the top soils are shallow, with shale rock and iron stone in the soil. Well regarded local James Manners is winemaker, while the late Dr Richard Smart assisted in the set up of the vineyard. First Ridge, Montepulciano, Mudgee, 2023 Deep ruby.