Midnight Opulence in Every Glass
Step inside Ash & Ace Club's curated wine library – a sommelier-built list that drapes modern Australian cuisine in deep velvet tannins, crystalline acidity, and timeless elegance.
Sommelier's Selection
Handpicked vintages from Australia's finest terroirs
Our head sommelier curates a living list of Australian icons and European benchmarks, balancing cellar-worthy structure with the graceful drinkability our guests love. Each bottle is chosen to amplify the rhythm of an Ash & Ace evening – from first aperitif to the final whispered nightcap.
Signature Sommelier Flights
Guided journeys through regions, vintages, and styles
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Best with ocean-focused plates
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Cellar-worthy depth
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Limited-release parcel
Ask to see the off-list reserve page for micro-allocations and one-off bottlings reserved for the dining room only.
Wine by the Glass
Rotating pours for discovery-led evenings
Our by-the-glass program is designed for exploration – half-glasses for subtle pairings, fuller pours for lingering mains, and rare coravin-accessed wines for those chasing a single, perfect glass.
Current glass program highlights
Updated nightly to mirror the kitchen and the cellar
Textural Australian Whites
Skin-contact and barrel-raised styles offering savoury complexity with our snacks and small plates.
- Perfect for grazing at the bar before a reservation
- Suggested with oysters, citrus, and herbal accents
Elegant, Low-Intervention Reds
Lifted aromatics and fine tannins to harmonise with charcuterie boards and our offline card lounge plates.
- Ideal between games in the Private Card Lounge
- Available in tasting or standard pours
Rare Coravin Pours
Access museum and flagship bottlings without committing to the full bottle – poured precisely and preserved impeccably.
- Perfect for trying a mature vintage
- Offered in very limited nightly quantities
Let us build a three-glass progression tailored to your preferences and chosen dishes, from aperitif to digestif.
Cellar Reserve
Rare old vintages and private allocations
Hidden behind darkened glass and brushed steel, our cellar reserve houses quietly aging bottles – from landmark Australian vintages to storied European estates. Access is guided, deliberate, and entirely at your pace.
Inside the Ash & Ace cellar
Built for slow, contemplative evenings
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Ideal for milestone celebrations
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Decanted table-side
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Reservation recommended
To explore the full Cellar Reserve list, add a note when you secure your table via our contact form or mention it when confirming your reservation.
Perfect Pairings
Designed around the rhythm of our kitchen
Every wine on our list is first tested against the plate – structure, acidity, and aromatics aligned to the chef's seasonal compositions. The result is a menu of pairings that feel effortless, precise, and quietly luxurious.
Coastal & Raw
Oysters, crudo, and shellfish call for razor-sharp precision and saline lift.
- Cool-climate Riesling with lime, sea spray, and white blossom
- Champagne-method Australian sparkling for subtle texture
Char & Flame
For our wood-fired mains, the pairing leans into smoke, spice, and length.
- Barossa Shiraz with brooding fruit and savoury oak
- Cabernet-based blends for herbal detail and structure
Late Evening & Lounge
Once the final course is cleared, we pivot to contemplative glasses perfect for the Card Lounge.
- Fortifieds and late-harvest whites with amber glow
- Elegant, lower-alcohol reds for extended conversations
Organic & Biodynamic
Sustainable luxury in the glass
Our organic and biodynamic collection is curated for guests who care as much about provenance as pleasure – wines farmed with restraint, bottled with integrity, and chosen for seamless compatibility with our modern Australian cuisine.
Natural expressions, precision service
Thoughtfully farmed, meticulously stored, carefully poured
Certified Organic Estates
Producers embracing low-impact viticulture, minimal sprays, and soil-first farming.
- Fresh, vibrant profiles ideal for lighter entrees
- Served slightly cooler to highlight purity
Biodynamic & Lunar-Farmed
Structured, expressive wines shaped by holistic vineyard practices and precise harvest timing.
- Perfect with deeply flavoured mains and slow-cooked dishes
- Limited allocations, often single-vineyard
Lo-fi & Minimal-Intervention
Cloudy, textural, and sometimes gently sparkling – adventurous pours for curious palates.
- Best discovered by the glass with sommelier guidance
- Featured regularly at our wine education evenings
Wine notes clearly indicate organic, biodynamic, vegan, and minimal-intervention practices to support informed choices at the table.
Sparkling & Champagne
Illuminating the room, one glass at a time
From crisp Australian méthode traditionnelle to iconic Champagne houses, our sparkling list is tuned for celebrations that stretch late into the evening, whether held in the dining room or after-hours in the lounge.
Sparkling moments at Ash & Ace
Precision bubbles, sculpted glassware, quiet theatre
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Ideal aperitif
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For landmark occasions
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Available by the glass
Meet the Sommelier
Guided by a guest-first philosophy
Behind every bottle is a conversation. Our head sommelier leads a team dedicated to listening first – understanding your preferences, your occasion, and the pace of your evening before making a single recommendation.
An approach built on trust, not trend
Accolades, experience, and a calm, welcoming presence
- Extensive background in premium Australian dining rooms and European bistros
- Awards recognising list curation, cellar management, and guest education
- A philosophy that favours clarity, balance, and food-friendliness over novelty
- Comfortable guiding both seasoned collectors and guests ordering their first bottle
Whether you prefer to hand over the list entirely or simply need a gentle nudge in the right direction, our sommelier team meets you exactly where you are.
Wine Tasting Events
Intimate tastings and vintage-focused evenings
Each week, Ash & Ace Club hosts focused tastings and special release nights, turning our dining atrium into a softly lit classroom for the senses.
Experiences in the atrium
From regional deep-dives to playful blind tastings
Regional Spotlights
Explore a single region through multiple producers and vintages, guided by our sommelier team.
- Curated flights with matched bites from the kitchen
- Perfect for small groups and corporate evenings
Vintage Release Nights
Be among the first to taste new releases and late-disgorged bottlings with limited allocations.
- Priority access for regular guests and locker members
- Opportunity to secure bottles for future visits
Card Lounge Tasting Sessions
Short, focused tastings designed to fit seamlessly around our offline poker evenings.
- Ideal prelude to tournaments in the Private offline card lounge
- Featuring structured yet conversation-friendly wines
For private tastings, team evenings, or curated celebrations built around wine, connect with us via the Contact Us page.
Wine Education & FAQs
Quiet, confident guidance for every guest
The Ash & Ace wine program is built to be approachable. We encourage questions – from decanting times to storage myths – and we answer them without jargon.
Essential wine questions, answered
Our sommelier team's most common table-side topics
- When should a wine be decanted?
- We decant younger, structured reds to soften tannins and open aromatics, and select mature bottles only when beneficial. At Ash & Ace, decanting time is tailored to each label and vintage – simply ask and we will guide.
- How important is serving temperature?
- Temperature can transform a wine. Whites are served slightly warmer than fridge-cold to reveal texture; reds slightly cooler than room temperature to sharpen focus and freshness.
- Does the glass shape really matter?
- Yes. We select glassware based on varietal and style, using finer, tulip-shaped stems for aromatic whites and Pinot, and more generous bowls for structured reds and Champagne.
- Can you help me build confidence with ordering?
- Absolutely. Share a few markers – preferred colour, body, and budget – and we will narrow the list to a small selection, describing each option in clear, simple terms.
Storing wine at home
- Keep bottles away from direct light and heat sources
- Store at a stable, cool temperature where possible
- Lay cork-sealed bottles horizontally to protect the cork
- Avoid frequent vibration or movement
Private Wine Locker Program
An invitation-only extension of your cellar
For guests who wish to anchor their Ash & Ace experience with personally selected bottles, our private wine locker program offers secure storage, priority service, and sommelier access across the season.
Discrete storage, elevated access
Your bottles, perfectly kept and ready when you are
- Individually assigned lockers within our temperature-controlled cellar
- Sommelier consultation for locker curation and replenishment
- Priority access to limited allocations and special releases
- Optional pairing of locker bottles with tasting menus and event evenings
Lockers are maintained with the same care as our house collection, ensuring your wines are served at their peak whenever you visit.
Interest in the program can be noted when booking through our Reservations page or discussed with our team during your visit.
Plan Your Evening
Reserve a table in the glow of the cellar
Whether you're exploring the list for the first time or returning to a favourite vintage, our team is ready to craft a wine experience that mirrors the atmosphere of Ash & Ace – refined, relaxed, and deeply memorable.