Gareth Belton is on the cutting edge of the natural winemaking movement. From the soil to the glass, every effort is taken by him and his wife Rainbo to preserve the natural vitality of his organically grown fruit.
Here there's no additives, no fining. This is as un-doctored wine gets and it's a great thing to drink.The Vin de Sofa is a pun on the French wine term Vin de Soif –"Soif means thirsty, sofa means chill". A wine of refreshment to drink anytime (sofa not necessary).
It's made from mainly Sangiovese, with supporting roles played by Pinot Noir, Gamay, Syrah, Merlot, Grenache & Mataro. Take Gareth's advice and pop this in the fridge for half an hour before drinking, it really comes to life with a chill. This fun, creative wine is best enjoyed with friends.
Winery notes (2023 Vintage)
"The light red delicious lip smacking spicy vibrant little number is back and ready to go! It's an absolute ripper from the cooler 2023 season. Mainly Sangiovese with some Gamay, Pinot noir, Syrah, Merlot and Grenache! YUM."
Reviews for the 2022 vintage below…
92/100 Mike Bennie, The Wine Front, March 2013 (2022 Vintage)
"It’s one of the most crushable, thirst quenching wines you’ll drink pre winter. Cranberry dryness and tang, bits of sweet spice, cola and game meat and white pepper too. This huge crunch to texture, a vivid cranberry zing and powdery pucker to close. No brainer. Super delicious. I want this in my Esky forever."