As October beckons, not one, but two new shipments are arriving from different sides of the globe, and boy are we excited by all the good stuff they contain!

It’s been a while since we talked about Australia. We’ve been waiting. We’ve been pining. And this month, our wishes finally came true. Pinotphiles rejoice! Vintage 2018 of the iconic Bass Phillip wines will soon be making its appearance. We can never overstate the significance of this collection, the last full vintage made by the legendary vintner Phillip Jones, who has now entered into retirement.

For many months now, a number of you have been asking about the oh-so-lovable wines by Gentle Folk. Finally, we can share the good news: Yes! These colourful beauties from the Adelaide Hills are almost here, yay October.

From the other side of the globe, our European shipment comprises a wide-ranging selection of truly cool wines from all corners of France.

First off: Champagne. The venerable Champagne Jacques Lassaigne returns this season complete with a refreshed list of the domaine’s most beloved cuvées, as well as some never-before-seen unique cuvées. This Montgueux blanc de blancs master is truly at the top of his game. Do take note though: his rare special cuvées come in super-limited quantities, so keep your eyes peeled for an exclusive offer later this month.

More Beaujolais 2o19s are arriving and this shipment contains one of our most coveted names: Jean-Louis Dutraive. The much-anticipated new releases from his Famille Dutraive portfolio as well as his Domaine de la Grand’Cour will soon be available to satisfy eager palates.

You’ll notice that we’ve added a new section for the wines of the Sud-Ouest (i.e., “Southwest”), and inaugurating this exciting chapter are the dazzling wines of Château Lestignac. Be prepared to expand your vinous horizons — this is thrilling stuff.

What’s a new shipment from France without Burgundy? If you’re feeling thirsty, then the much-beloved Chapuis Frères wines by Romain Chapuis may be just the quenchers you need. This time around we’ve expanded the portfolio offering with exciting new appellations in the mix, plus this collection will give you an early look at the highly praised 2019 vintage in Burgundy.

Meanwhile, out of his low-tech, unassuming cellar in Saint-Aubin, Pierre Fenals of Maison en Belles Lies has crafted one of the most outstanding sets of 2018 burgundies, across the board. These are ultra-pure, ultra-precise, ultra-delicious wines of unfathomable energy. We see great things ahead for this humble genius. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

This edition also features a few small parcels for dedicated domaine fans, for example Marcel Lapierre’s 2018 Morgons, Denis Bachelet’s 2017 Gevreys and the inimitable northern Rhône sensations by Dard & Ribo, among many others.

In case you were a little busy recently and missed some of our offers, you may check out our Recent Offers highlights in the first few pages, as well as look out for Burgundy 2018 pre-arrival items in our main list. The latter are marked “Pre-Arr” and at the moment, you may still secure them at pre-arrival prices too. Email sales@artisan-cellars.com to place your order and/or to find out when they’re expected to arrive. Pre-arrival terms & conditions apply.