growing season began with average winter rain and a wet and warm spring that extended well into December and made for a late start to a gentle summer.
These wet conditions, coincided with flowering and contributed to poor fruit set and consequent low yields in most varieties. A warm March allowed for full ripeness in all varieties. After a cool few weeks and rain in early April, the Indian summer returned and remained well into May. Albeit protracted, the vintage finished in warm and dry autumn conditions that proved near perfect for ripening.

Bouquet of dark sweet plums, blackberries, liquorice, cracked black pepper and cocoa.

The palate structure is concentrated and compact with intense berry fruits, hints of brushed earth and chalk, entwined with ripe grape and fine oak tannins.
Whilst tightly knit in structure, time will allow this extraordinary wine to soften and yield its classic Great Southern heritage.

Deep ruby colour.