“Canberra fruit here and includes 3% Viognier and 30% whole bunches. It smells like my student wine with some floral high-toned, unripe blackberry and dandelion notes of just-ripe Canberra Shiraz (and whole bunches). Fine-boned, arguably to the point of being a bit lean, the tannins are light and well placed, and this ultimately feels vibrant, if just a bit peppery and light-ish. Again, a pretty wine.”

“This young Shiraz Viognier opens up with an complex melange of white pepper, ripe mulberry, a hint of tobacco and brown mushrooms both on the nose and front palate.
The 3% Viognier component contributes an ethereal floral lift and intrigue.
This silky and satisfying wine is seductively sleek albeit with a steely mid-palate grip.
Whilst offering palate pleasure now, it’ll reward a 3 to 5 year cellar sleep for further integration.
It is well crafted, generously priced and well deserving of any medals undoubtedly heading its way.”

“Thankfully there’s some volume to this, which carries the cool season flavours well. So black and white pepper mingle with red plums and cherries, pips and twigs with sumac and smoky paprika. The mid-weighted palate slowly builds, tannins textural and supple although brisk acidity currently rules. Get the T-bone ready for the barbecue as a match but don’t add any pepper.”

“Meduim ruby and purple tones shine in the glass. Fragrant and lifted aromas of crushed blueberry, musk and white pepper. Pretty and floral on the palate; the fruit has a lively sweetness that is well matched to pepper spice and musk notes. The line carries long, acidity adds lift and the silky tannins ensure it flows and dries the finish when required.”