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The Knight family are trail blazers in the region, as they planted vines back in 1970 when they realised traditional, small sheep farming wasn't sustainable anymore. We think this could be the only GV out of the region. Llew’s is true to its Austrian heritage, with prickly characters and a great foil for oily fish. Pear, fennel and guava flavours and an appley zing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MCD \u0026 VCD Online Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33958543360135,"sku":"","price":28.8,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0365\/6558\/1959\/products\/gruner-2017.jpg?v=1587968832"},{"product_id":"2018-roberto-sarotto-aurora-piedmont-gavi","title":"2023 Roberto Sarotto 'Aurora' Piedmont Gavi","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe have a strong affiliation with this brand. 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