November 15, 2022

This comes from the original Lagan planting and is made along similar lines to the Stevens Road, including the avoidance of malolactic fermentation which contributes

This chardonnay has developed into one of Australia?s best sub-$50 chardies. Goodall’s approach is to maximise the vibrancy and energy of the fruit and so

A blend of 92% cabernet, 4% petit verdot and 4% malbec, which was fermented in small open fermenters and then matured in a mix of

Technical side first. The chardonnay from this small vineyard was handpicked and then whole bunch pressed to French oak barriques, of which 27% were new,

Such a sophisticated cabernet for this price category. Previous vintages have collected gold medals and trophies around the country. The 2020 vintage was superb and

A tiny production wine from this small vineyard on Stevens Road. It was a very good season in Margaret River and the result is a

A bright and lively cabernet from Margaret River. It’s juicy and distinctly fruit driven, but with a spine of fine chalky tannins and a slip

The dry spicy minerality that seems to be part of the regional DNA for riesling is fully evident in this crisp, fine and tense riesling.

This comes from the Great Southern. Opens with a typical spicy aroma showing subtle bath salts and lemon dominated citrus. Has a little pithy lemon

This is predominantly cabernet but then the aromatics of the perfumed franc pop in and the fleshy and palate richness of the merlot adds its

This comes from Wilyabrup and displays all that sumptuous weight and palate feel. Brimming with a blackcurrant, black olive and bay leaf thing on the

This is a blend of pinot gris, gewürztraminer and riesling from the Great Southern. The aroma is an amalgam of citrus, lychee and subtle cut

A powerful chardonnay which the guys source from Karridale south of Margaret River. Roasted cashew, crème brulée and lemon curd on the nose. Then the

This is a neat little blend of pinot gris, gewürztraminer and riesling that works as a current drinking wine. Lively and spicy with a citrus

This excellent wine captures the very essence of this vintage. It’s sumptuous, plush and generous with a beautiful, refined balance that brings it all to

A chardonnay from Pemberton of finesse and delicacy, yet with persistence and a complex palate. Aitken has kept it on lees for a while after

An elegant and sublimely refined blend that captures the cooler climate and varietal perfumes of these two varieties. There’s dark fruit augmented by some nice

The is a Spanish combo of graciano and tempranillo. There is so much to like about its medium body and vibrant red fruits that are

Beautiful, just bewdiful. Everything you look for in chenin with the punchy tropical fruit flavours and tangy lemon zest adding a delightful lift and energy.

Always a polished and classy wine that reflects the best of what Margaret River can do with the variety. Smooth combination of blackcurrant and cedary

Cracking good wine this. The style can be a little clumsy in the wrong hands, but this one absolutely nails it. Wild fermented and barrel

Gosh, this is a rose that’s hard to put down. That little residual sugar is precisely balanced by a fine acidity. It’s a blend of