Top Wines Under $30 this Summer

Top Wines Under $30 this Summer

We asked and you answered…. We recently conducted a customer survey, one of the questions was asking ‘What is the average price you pay per bottle?’ The answer came in at around $30 so we wanted to take this opportunity and offer you a specially selected range of great wines all around this price point… a few maybe just over but don’t worry – we have you covered with a 20% discount code (UNDER30) that will have you drinking great quality wine and saving money.

Take a look below at our selection, some may already be on your favourites list or this could be a chance to try something new and discover your next best-loved! And don’t just take our word for it, here are some reviews and scores these wines have had from various highly regarded industry experts and publications….

Bec Hardy Premium Sparkling NV - $30
This dry style sparkling is from the classic varieties of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The crisp natural acidity makes this the perfect aperitif for any occasion. The palate is well-balanced with a fine persistent bead and tasty flavours of apples and lemons, complemented by crisp acidity.

92 points
"It's elegantly lifted on the nose showing white flesh peach, fig, lemon zest and white floral aromas with a hint of oatmeal. The palate displays beautifully rounded mouthfeel together with bright fruit intensity, leading to a lengthy refreshing finish."

     - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit 2021

90 points
Winestate Magazine 2021

Bec Hardy Riesling (Clare Valley) - $30
Clare Valley Riesling has always been a favourite wine of Bec's and this one ticks all the boxes - clean, fresh and vibrant. It is 100% stainless steel fermentation. The nose is beautifully balanced with a hint of orange blossom and underlying stone fruits. This classic Clare Valley Riesling is dry and refreshing with the perfect finish.

91 points
"The fruit here was sourced from near the town of Auburn in the Clare Valley, 100% fermentation in stainless-steel, as one would expect. A very pale yellow hue, the nose is a mix with hints of citrus, limes, minerals, river stones, and florals. An attractive, easy-drinking style. Relatively simple but delicious drinking. There is a nice line of acidity. Hints of grapefruit on the palate. The finish lingers well. Enjoy now and for the next five years."

     - Ken Gargett, Wine Pilot 2023

Pertaringa Two Gentlemen’s GSM (McLaren Vale) - $32
A testament to the co-founders of Pertaringa, Geoff Hardy and Ian. From three vineyards the blend is: 50% Grenache, 30% Shiraz and 20%. All varieties were fermented separately and aged 9 months in seasoned French oak before the final blend. The nose offers elegant and attractive aromas of red berries, plums and black olives and the palate is vibrant and complex followed by a long, smooth finish.

94 points  
Wine Showcase Magazine 2023

93 points
"Deep purple, this is ripe and plush with chocolate, licorice, mulberries, cassis, red currants and a note like a richly flavoured (is there any other kind?) chocolate mud cake. Exuberant in style, there is good length here, with the intensity maintained for the full length of the wine. Soft tannins. This is delicious."

     - Ken Gargett, Wine Pilot 2023

Pertaringa Undercover Shiraz (McLaren Vale) - $32
The Undercover Shiraz is named in recognition of McLaren Vale's history of supplying other regions with our finest red grapes. This Shiraz is a blend of three different McLaren Vale vineyards. It’s created in small batch open fermenters before maturation in new and seasoned French oak for 15 months. The nose offers complex aromas and the palate is bright and textural with dark berries, plums and subtle spices, complemented by an elegant and lengthy finish.

95 points
“An absolutely cracking McLaren Vale Shiraz from a top vintage. What more could you want? Small batch ferment, eight days on skins, and then maturation for 18 months in French oak. The colour is a vibrant and yet near opaque magenta. Ripe flavours just oozing through here. Chocolate, mocha and coffee bean notes. This is rich and full with big, bold flavours. Expect this to provide great pleasure over the next decade and more. If this rich style is your thing, you’ll love this.”

     - Ken Gargett, Wine Pilot 2023

Pertaringa Understudy Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale) - $32
This Cabernet Sauvignon fruit is sourced from two vineyards. All parcels of Cabernet Sauvignon were fermented and matured in seasoned French oak for 15 months separately. The nose offers wonderful dark fruits including plums and mulberries. While the palate is bold but balanced with gentle tones of blackberries and cherries. And finally complemented by elegant smooth tannins and a lingering finish.

95 points / Gold Medal
McLaren Vale Wine Show 2022

92 points  
"Deep crimson. Intense elderberry, blackcurrant, hint leafy aromas with mocha and a touch of crème brûlée complexity. Sweet and savoury wine with ample dark berry fruits, lovely chalky/ grainy tannins and underlying vanilla. Claret firm finish with some cola/ sarsaparilla complexity."

     - Andrew Caillard, The Vintage Journal 2022

These plus many other delicious great quality wines can be ordered at Bec Hardy Wines.

And if you can’t decide on your favourite why not join up to The Bec Hardy Wine Club and get 6 bottles delivered to your door twice and year from as little as $95 (your selection or ours). Our Wine Club members receive great benefits inc 30% off all wine, now that is something to celebrate….