1 | Wine | Dessert Wine, $20 to $50, 375 ml

"The 2009 Gewurztraminer Reserve "Late Harvest Cluster Select" is quite sweet, laced with apricot and peach notes, and lots of sugar. With a little air, there was finally a little acidity noticeable, but the wine did flatten pretty fast and thin. This is hard to resist on some levels, but it could use a bit more focus and penetration. While these always have the potential to age, considering what they are and what they are intended to be, I like to be conservative in drinking windows as I find they often show best young."

"The Yalumba FSW8B Botrytis Viognier 2012 is pale straw with a lime green hue in colour. The nose is ethereal with a rich note of crème brulée that is followed by enticing aromas of cinnamon, star anise, and key lime pie. Rich lingering flavours of cumquat marmalade, poached apricots, cinnamon and star anise lead to a sweet and balanced finish. The wine shows a savoury complexity and wonderful synergy between luscious sweetness and lively acidity."