Why we love itTiny Tassie is full of surprises. Everyone knows it’s responsible for some of the best sparkling wines and whiskies anywhere on earth, but did you know it’s also the birthplace of some of the world’s coolest… speakers? The duo behind Pitt & Giblin are a couple of local artisans who design speakers crafted out of Australian blackbutt, and Maria has a beautiful example tucked into a high corner near the back of the restaurant. There’s also a very thumbable record collection that spans from Chris Rea to La Roux.
Make it fancySangiovese doesn’t come much fancier than a bottle of Italy’s Brunello di Montalcino, and there’s a good chance you might find a 2019 example on the list here. It will set you back four figures, but there are few rivals when it comes to fine-tannined, spicy Tuscan reds. One for when you're truly going all out.
