Winona Wine
Four Manly locals with a deep love of minimal intervention wine are bringing the natural wave north with the opening of Winona Wine. The united forces of arts writer Elli Walsh and muso Cam Walsh, with restaurateurs Luke Miller (Chica Bonita, Sunset Sabi) and Bo Hinzack (Rollerâs Bakehouse, Showbox Coffee Brewers) have opened Manlyâs only dedicated natural wine shop.Tucked just a few blocks back from the Manly Beach front, Winona is a unique addition to this coastal neighbourhood in Northern Sydney. And itâs not just about the wine, either. Miller has noted that at times it has been difficult to find all the ingredients for a Negroni from some local bottle shops. Thatâs why theyâre introducing products like a natural vermouths from Partida Creus MUZ and Lucy Margaux, plus Regal Rogue. There are also junmai sakes and organic beers (try a âspontaneous fermentationâ from Tasmaniaâs Two Metre Tall), along with a hefty selection of lesser known wines from producers like the Other Right and Le Cave des Nomades, made with zero or minimal chemicals like sulphide (the nasty stuff that brings the headaches). It's a welcome change of pace for an area that's been quick to jump on craft beer, but less so wines.The Walshs are longtime natural wine fans, previously serving up a taste of the minimal intervention world with their natural wine showcase project âthe Funky Bunchâ. Since 2016, the couple have moonlighted as wine educators, holding tastings at places like Boâs Showbox cafĂ©, gettin