Medium ruby. A cocktail of slightly jammy spicy red fruits notes fill the glass; this is inviting. Suppleness is the main theme in the mouth; it is fleshy and remains fresh in spite of its near 15% alc. It literally glides on the tongue, and this impression lasts a good while after swallowing. Ready to drink.
Ripe pear, peach and melon carry this friendly and fuller Western Cape white. White florals, honeysuckle and fine spice take over on the waxy palate, one that carries herbs, lanolin and a lick of lees and ends with a fine nutmeg spicing and nutty bitterness. Amazing value.
A consistently delicious Chardonnay from the lower part of the vineyard. Light straw colour with a green tint; Burgundian-style nose of apple, toasty oak and barnyard notes; medium- to full-bodied, dry, richly extracted peachy/apple flavours with good length.
This sustainably farmed Chardonnay is from the Warramate foothills of Victoria's upper Yarra Valley. This is a mix of 3 clones, wild-fermented and aged in a mix of oak barriques and puncheons (20% new) for a layover of 8 months. Earthy throughout, with an alluring reductive edge: salty, wild herbs, and brisk white grapefruit pith brightening a leesy, green-fig core. Tight, driven and focused, this finessed wine has energy enough to enjoy very much now in youth, or to hold for the future.
Light ruby colour. Pure, typical nose of small red fruits and fruit stones. Light to medium body, tame acidity, nice, fruity taste. Lively, refreshing long finish.
A blend of Pinot Gris with Pinot Noir showing citrus, red-berry and cherry flavours with rather vigorous mousse, pleasing creaminess and a fresh, crisp finish.
If you thought the 2012 Trius Red was great, wait until this beauty crosses the lips. Full-bodied and elegant, the layers of cassis, dark cherry, vanilla, violets, herb, spice and earth carry long on the finale. The fine tannins will ensure it ages over the next decade. A blend of 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot and 27% Cabernet Franc.