Moonlighters Sparkling
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–5 years of release to appreciate its vibrant fruit and effervescence.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roast turkey with cranberry sauce, glazed Christmas ham, dark chocolate torte
✨ Technical Specifications
The 'Moonlighters' name pays homage to the founding spirit of RedHeads, celebrating the rebellious winemakers who spent their days working at large corporate estates, only to sneak away under the cover of darkness to craft their own passion projects. This Sparkling Red is a vibrant, effervescent tribute to that late-night dedication. Sourced from premium South Australian vineyards, it captures the rich, bold, and juicy characteristics of classic Australian red varietals, re-imagined through traditional sparkling winemaking techniques. The result is a wonderfully dark, frothy, and complex sparkling wine that balances intense dark berry flavors with a touch of spice and a lively, refreshing finish.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in the early 2000s as an unconventional garagiste collective in South Australia, RedHeads was created to liberate talented winemakers from corporate constraints and allow them to craft expressive, small-batch passion projects. Today operating from a purpose-built, eco-friendly winery in the Barossa Valley, the producer focuses on sustainable viticulture, utilizing solar energy, water reclamation, and gentle, hands-on production methods. Sourcing prime fruit from dedicated growers across South Australia's premier sub-regions, RedHeads crafts daring, fruit-forward wines that challenge conventional styles. The winery is acclaimed for its distinct, vividly labeled portfolio, headlined by rich, characterful reds such as Dogs of the Barossa Shiraz, Whip-Hand Cabernet Sauvignon, and innovative multi-varietal blends.