Heartland Directors Cut Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Langhorne Creek’s finesse shines through in this wine as it reveals its cool climate roots. Aromas of mulberry, graphite, and nutmeg are enhanced by an
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Langhorne Creek’s finesse shines through in this wine as it reveals its cool climate roots. Aromas of mulberry, graphite, and nutmeg are enhanced by an
This is the first release of the Willow Lake Chardonnay, a block that sits on the lowest altitude in the range at 160 metres above
Wild fermentation and occasional battonage with natural malolactic fermentation. Custard apple, baked pears and lemon custard. Churned butter, flaky pastry and cashew cream. There is
Duck Pond vineyard is situated at the north-western end of the Mount Dandenong Range. Two parcels make up the wine, one of which is destemmed
Sourced from Willowlake in Gladysdale with 15% whole bunch and matured for 18 months in bottle prior to release. Immediately you will find blood orange,
Again, we have a classically structured Cabernet from Coonawarra, from an excellent vintage. Opaque maroon in colour, this is concentrated and exhibits good refinement, despite
Lovely generous aromas of berry compote, damp earth, truffle and spice are seamless intertwined with quality French oak. It then takes a more savoury turn
This is a more refined expression of Vasse Felix Cabernet with beautifully composed aromas of blackcurrants, dried Italian herbs, and red currants all well integrated
Pretty and refined aromas to start – pure red cherry, rose petals and dried oregano in a lighter, fragrant style. Very much a Langhe style,
This punchy Barossan Shiraz is a chameleon thanks to an initial burst of roasted meat and umami before diving into more traditional blackberry, chocolate and
This impressive young Chardonnay jumps out of the glass with incredible detail and subtlety. It opens a little shy, the grapefruit and pithy aromatics giving
Now that’s more like it with equal parts intrigue and power. Brooding savoury aromas of roast meats and soy sauce are lifted by violet and
This is a wine of the season from Hilltops in a distinctly Syrah style with more than a nod to the Northern Rhone Valley thanks
This in an intriguing wine, a blend of Hunter and Hilltops fruit, with plenty of detail but you have to go looking for it at
Opening Euphonium soon? Consider a decant or some swishes in the glass first. Or, open the bottle, leave it for a day – like I
Marble angels is a reference to Julius Henschke, artist and sculptor, whose work is included in Adelaide’s War Memorial. Marble angels were one of his
This perfumed and subtle Nebbiolo expression has a distinct Langhe feel about it thanks to good complexity and approachability. Seamless red cherry, star anise, and
There is lovely charm and delicacy to be found in this 2023 Adelaide Hills Pinot Gris as it delivers musk and pear aromas with a
At first glance, it’s reminiscent of a textbook Margaret River Chardonnay: a medley of vanilla, fresh cream, melted butter, raw nuts, Golden Queen peach and
Lemon sherbet, mandarin peel, jasmine, mint granita. A textural Great Southern Riesling with that sherbet-like acidity and plenty of flesh on its bones. Yet, it’s
Mainly Merlot with some Cabernet Franc. Stylistically, it is a nod to France’s Beaujolais, a vibrant and fruity red with a bit of whole bunch,
Nebbiolo sparkling? Don’t mind if I do. Appearing like a rosé with bubbles, the vibrant nose presents red fruits and spice. There’s even some slight
Made with the three traditional grape varieties of Champagne but with some added Pinot Blanc, 60% of the base wine coming from the 2018, 2019
A bright, dense, and uniquely Australian expression of Cabernet Franc. Ripe plum, dark cherry skin, black tea leaf, sage and leather with plenty of stuffing
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