If you’re not sure what the deal is with Pinot Blanc, you’re not alone. It actually has the ability to look fresh and aromatic, or weighty and Chardonnay-like. Ted Pinot Blanc is in the former style. Like a breath of alpine air, this is citrusy, just dry and mineral. Open it for lunch and the bottle will be gone before you’ve sat down.

Settled in the heart of Gibbston Valley, with The Remarkables lurking in the background, Mount Edward is a must visit if you’re down that way. The wines themselves are made from organically certified vineyards in Gibbston Valley, Bannockburn and Pisa. Front man and industry legend Duncan Forsyth works with his team to create wines that reflect the uniqueness of their environment. They have fun with alternative varieties and styles, as well as producing serious classics like Pinot Noir. Seriously delicious stuff.