There’s a moment each year when the air turns warm and golden, when daylight lingers just long enough to tempt you outside, barefoot and carefree. It’s in this sweet spot between Spring and Summer that Brown Brothers, one of Australia’s most adored wine families, unveils something new - something bright, refreshing and entirely irresistible.
This season, they’ve done it again, introducing a trio of Summer-ready wines that capture sunshine in every sip: Prosecco Yuzu Lemon Spritz, Prosecco Orange Spritz and the limited-edition Moscato Lush Lychee.
If there’s one fruit that has taken over this year’s drinks menus, it’s lychee. Nostalgic, tropical and just a little bit cheeky, it has reclaimed the spotlight with the return of the 90s Lychee Martini making its way back into bars and brunch tables.
Brown Brothers, ever attentive to the flavours Australians crave, has infused the beloved Moscato with this fragrant fruit, creating Moscato Lush Lychee - a wine delicate in texture, floral in aroma and softly sweet in a way that feels like a warm breeze brushing the skin.
Katherine Brown, winemaker and fourth-generation member of the family, describes the creative journey behind the new release with a smile you can almost hear. "Lychee is refreshing, naturally sweet and it pairs perfectly with Moscato,” she says.
"We wanted to capture the essence of Summer and those shared moments that are anything but dry.” The result is a wine that feels tailor-made for connection: the long-awaited catch-up with your best friend after work, a post-pilates lunch bathed in sunshine, or hosting book club when the conversation - fuelled by a spicy Summer read - flows as freely as the wine.
The celebration doesn’t stop there. Riding the wave of the much-loved Spritz trend sweeping across Australia, Brown Brothers has expanded its iconic Prosecco Spritz range with two vibrant newcomers. Inspired by fresh botanicals and crafted with the hallmark sparkle, the Prosecco Yuzu Lemon Spritz and Prosecco Orange Spritz are ready to become Summer staples.
The Prosecco Yuzu Lemon Spritz bursts with tangy, zesty yuzu - a citrus that dances between punchy and elegant. Its bright, sour-sweet edge is perfectly balanced by the soft apple and pear notes that define Brown Brothers’ signature Prosecco. It’s the kind of drink that turns an ordinary afternoon into something memorable, the first sip alone enough to make you close your eyes and smile.
Meanwhile, the Prosecco Orange Spritz brings a lively, bittersweet energy. Orange zest shines at the forefront, grounded by herbal notes that give it a grown-up edge without losing any of its sun-kissed charm. It’s crisp, refreshing and undeniably Summery - the kind of drink you want in hand while stretched out on a picnic blanket or lounging through an outdoor long lunch.
Emma Brown, Head of Innovation and fellow fourth-generation family member, says the new Spritzes reflect what Australians are wanting most: flavour, fun and effortless enjoyment. As people embrace more intentional, cosy gatherings - spontaneous park picnics, sunset balcony hangs, or the rising trend of at-home ‘wine bar nights’ - these wines meet the moment with ease. "You don’t need to be a cocktail expert,” Emma laughs. "Just chill, pour over ice, add a slice and enjoy.”
Really, that’s what Summer is all about: simplicity, joy and the people you share it with. Brown Brothers’ new releases offer all that and more - bottling the bright, spirited essence of the season, ready whenever you are.
