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Yarra Unicorns: The 2022 Timo Mayer Release Is Here!
Today we are pleased to present the unicorn wines of Timo Mayer and the 2022s are some of the best we've seen from him. We were lucky enough to taste these wines from barrel last year and again last week here at DDHQ with the man himself. To give you our most 'Timo-esque' appraisal, the 2022 wines are f@#king beautiful... read on to find out more!
Faber Vineyard: One of the Great Hidden Gems of WA
John Griffiths & Jane Micallef established Faber Vineyard in 1997, embracing "traditional" varieties that thrive in the Swan Valley, like Verdelho and Shiraz, turning them into rich and flavourful wines with supreme drinkability. Their new releases are in store now - read on to find out more!
2022 Different Drop Producers of the Year Announced!
Today we share our 2022 Producers of the Year! The list is filled with awesome names in the world of artisanal wine taking out awards in six different categories: International Producer of the Year, Breakout Producer of the Year, People's Choice, Avant-Garde Producer of the Year, Best Value Producer of the Year and our overall Producer of the Year. See if your faves made the list and read on
Bodega Chacra: 2022 International Producer of the Year
Our 2022 International Producer of the Year is Bodega Chacra from Patagonia, Argentina! Chacra is a magical producer that gave us some of the most excellent examples of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that we tasted from any corner of the world in 2022, and it is absolutely no surprise to us that these wines have soared to international notoriety.
Giant Steps: 2022 Different Drop Producer of the Year
Giant Steps released a flawless suite of wines last year, mostly centred around a near-perfect 2021 harvest for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in their region...
Domaine Naturaliste: 2022 Different Drop Best Value Producer
Bruce's ability to produce delicious, full-flavoured examples of Margaret River's signature varieties is second to none. What's more, they are some of the very best bang-for-your-buck wines this country has to offer.
Rieslingfreak: 2022 People's Choice Producer of the Year
Our People's Choice Producer of the Year Award goes to none other than John & Belinda Hughes of Rieslingfreak. Their wines have been the recipients of many accolades from wine critics across Australia, and their obsession with a single variety makes for the country's most comprehensive exploration of Riesling. Get your freak on and read more!
Gentle Folk: 2022 Different Drop Avant-Garde Producer of the Year
The worlds of fine wine and natural wine collide in the Gentle Folk range. Over 2022, the Beltons rose to the very upper echelon of Australia's lo-fi wine scene. This small family business is definitely one to watch in 2023.