Between Five Bells
Between Five Bells draws from Victoria's diverse terroir to craft whites and reds of equal ambition. The white program spans Riesling, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris—varieties that thrive in the region's cool climate and variable soils. The red selection pivots toward Italian varieties: Negroamaro and Nero d'Avola, grapes rarely seen in Australian production, suggesting a deliberate turn toward Mediterranean character. Both portfolios have earned recognition from Decanter. The winery's choice to work across such stylistic range—from aromatic Germanic whites to structured southern Italian reds—indicates a willingness to explore beyond regional convention. Victoria's maritime influence and elevation create conditions suited to both precision in white winemaking and the ripening demands of darker-skinned varieties.
Critics
Decanter