In an episode where Darren expresses just how happy he will be when Jacob finishes his sparkling exam, JB insists that he will bring Champagne to the episode after he does the exam to celebrate. Will it never end.... (but woohoo).

This week Coates McLaren Vale, Langhorne Creek and Adelaide Hills La Petite Cuvee NV (Shiraz and Friends) reminded us that great Sparkling Shiraz is not just for Christmas - it is for every day.

Jansz Premium Cuvee Method Tasmanoise was holding up really well considering it had been open for days - one of Australia's best value bubbles.

The La Gioisa Et Amorosa Millesimato Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG has also been open for a day or two, but was still showing why Asolo is well worth a look.

In case you didn't know, Darren writes these notes and prefers drinking wine the day it is opened. We talked about this on the poddy!