Organic Preservative-Free Sparkling Blanc de Blanc 2025: Tasting Notes

WINE STYLE → Apple-crisp & clean

This is the kind of sparkling that keeps things simple in the best possible way: bright, citrusy, lightly appley and very easy to pour. Made from certified organic Central Ranges fruit and crafted without added preservatives, it shows Blanc de Blancs freshness with lively bubbles, lemony lift, crunchy green apple and a clean, dry finish that suits aperitivo hour, seafood, or just that first glass on a sunny late afternoon.

Highlights

• Certified organic, vegan suitable and made with no added preservative
• Crafted by Aaron Mercer — one of Australia’s best-known preservative-free winemakers
• Fresh citrus, green apple and fine lively bubbles
• Made from certified organic Windowrie fruit from the Central Ranges, NSW
• 100% Chardonnay Blanc de Blancs
• 12.0% ABV

Tasting Notes

In the glass, it sits squarely in that bright Blanc de Blancs zone where citrus and orchard fruit do most of the talking. Fragrant citrus blossom, lemon zest and crunchy green apple lead, with a little pear freshness underneath and a fine, energetic bead carrying it across the palate. It is light-bodied, clean and refreshing, with enough softness through the mousse to keep it charming rather than sharp. The finish is neat, dry and appetising.

Winemaking

This wine is made in a preservative-free style, so careful fruit handling matters from vineyard to bottle. The fruit is certified organic and total sulphur dioxide is less than 10 ppm, with no added preservative. It is a 100% Chardonnay Blanc de Blancs, made with the emphasis on brightness, purity and drink-now appeal rather than oak, weight or autolytic richness.

Vineyard & Vintage

The fruit comes from certified organic Windowrie vineyards in the Central Ranges of New South Wales. Warm days and cooler nights suit sparkling Chardonnay beautifully, building ripe citrus-and-apple flavour while keeping the line of acidity brisk. The 2025 release is all about freshness and immediate pleasure — exactly what you want from an easy, lively organic sparkling.

Why We Love It

There’s a lot to like here if you want sparkling that is straightforward, bright and made with a bit more care. It delivers proper sparkling energy without heaviness, and the citrus-apple profile is broadly appealing without becoming bland. Add the certified organic fruit and no added preservatives, and it ticks the boxes for easy entertaining, warm-weather lunches and low-fuss gifting.

Food Pairing

Fresh, citrusy sparkling like this loves salty, crisp and lightly fried food, and it also works beautifully with simple vegetable dishes where the wine can bring lift and brightness. Try matching this wine with →

• Oysters with lemon & herbs — Find a Recipe
• Zucchini fritters — Find a Recipe
• Tempura vegetables — Find a Recipe

Mood or occasion to match this wine…

Think sunny balcony catch-ups, a just-arrived platter of oysters, or the first pour when everyone finally makes it to lunch. It has that bright, uncomplicated sparkle that suits relaxed but still slightly polished occasions.

Cellaring

This wine is best enjoyed young while the fruit is vivid and the mousse still lively. Drink now and over the next 1–2 years for maximum freshness. Once opened, it is best finished the same day, though a good sparkling stopper will buy you a short extra window in the fridge.

Producer

Aaron Mercer has become one of the standout names in Australian preservative-free wine, with a strong reputation for handling fruit cleanly and thoughtfully so the wines still taste vibrant and complete without the usual additions. Based in the Hunter and working with sustainable vineyard sources across New South Wales, he brings practical experience as well as a clear point of view to this style of winemaking. The fruit here comes from certified organic Windowrie vineyards in the Central Ranges, where the O’Dea family farms more than 150 hectares of certified organic vines. That combination — Mercer’s preservative-free know-how and Windowrie’s established organic farming — gives this sparkling real credibility.

Related Wines To Try →

More bottles with a similar sparkling, fresh-fruit energy, ready to explore next.

• Organic Blanc de Blancs style with soft apple and melon fruit — Spring Seed Gypsy Blanc de Blancs NV
• Crisp organic Prosecco with lemon, pear and sherbet freshness — See Saw Organic Prosecco
• Lighter sparkling option with delicate citrus and leesy texture — Antonio's Organic Low Alcohol Prosecco

FAQ

What does Organic Preservative-Free Sparkling Blanc de Blanc 2025 taste like?

It’s bright, fresh and easy to enjoy, with citrus blossom, lemon zest, green apple and a little pear running through a fine lively mousse. The palate is light-bodied and clean, finishing dry and refreshing rather than creamy or rich.

Is this wine dry or sweet?

It is fresh and dry in style, with bright fruit giving it a soft, approachable edge rather than a severe finish. It sits firmly on the dry side and works beautifully as an aperitif.

What grape is used for this Blanc de Blancs?

This is a 100% Chardonnay sparkling wine. That gives it the classic Blanc de Blancs profile of citrus, green apple and bright, cleansing acidity.

Does Organic Preservative-Free Sparkling Blanc de Blanc contain preservatives or sulphites?

No added preservatives are used in this wine. Like most wines, it can still contain tiny naturally occurring sulphites from fermentation, and total sulphur dioxide is less than 10 ppm. You can read more about No Added Preservative wines here.

Is it certified organic and vegan?

Yes, this sparkling is listed as both certified organic and vegan suitable. That combination is especially appealing if you are looking for a bottle with a cleaner production story as well as a fresh, uncomplicated drinking style.

How should I serve this sparkling?

Serve it well chilled, around 6–8°C. A white wine glass or tulip-shaped sparkling glass is ideal because it gives the citrus and apple aromas a little more room than a very narrow flute.

Does it need decanting?

No, this one is all about freshness and lively bubbles, so it should be poured straight from the bottle. Just chill it properly and open it just before serving.

What food pairs well with this wine?

Seafood is a very natural match — think oysters, prawns or simply grilled fish with lemon. It also works beautifully with fried or crunchy dishes like tempura vegetables, and with lighter vegetarian plates such as zucchini fritters or herby tarts.

How long can I cellar it?

This wine is made to be enjoyed young, so it is best over the next 1–2 years while the fruit stays bright and the bead lively. It is best enjoyed for freshness rather than long ageing.

Who will love this wine most?

This will suit drinkers who like crisp sparkling with citrus and orchard-fruit freshness rather than rich, toasty autolysis. If you enjoy modern organic fizz, easy aperitif styles, or bright Chardonnay-based sparkling, this should be right up your alley.

What should I try if I like this style?

If you enjoy this style, try other bright sparkling wines with a similarly clean profile, such as organic Prosecco or another Blanc de Blancs-style fizz. Spring Seed Gypsy Blanc de Blancs NV and See Saw Organic Prosecco are both good next steps from here.

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