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Masi’s Riserva is their special cru version of Amarone that sees a minimum of 3 years aging in oak casks. Impenetrable inky black core with a very deep dark red black hue. Intense aniseed, black cherry, black plum and dried cherry scents flow out of the glass followed by scorched earth, vanillin oak and spice notes. Very rich, concentrated and powerful with a thick, viscous mouthfeel, the palate is completely saturated with ripe black cherry, liquorice and black plum fruit that’s held in check by ripe chewy tannins which have a robust feel. Elements of earth, vanillin oak and spice are the undercurrent. Preventing the wine from being cloying is perfectly balanced acidity. Magnificent depth with a very long black fruit driven finish.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 15.5%

A blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes produced using the appassimento drying technique whereby the fruit is laid out on bamboo racks during the winter months to concentrate their aromas and flavours.

Totally opaque dark red black core with a dark red hue. Elevated liquorice and ripe black cherry aromas intermix with hints of dark chocolate, leather, vanillin oak, subtle dried raisins and spice. Rich and dense in texture the palate is engulfed with lavish ripe black cherry, liquorice and black plum flavours which are underpinned by vanillin oak, traces of earthy leather characters and spice. Good balanced acidity with velvety yet firm tannins and a long, slightly chewy aftertaste.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 15%

Other Reviews….
Lots of complexity comes through from the outset on the nose, borne out in terms of smoky black cherries, dried rose stems, asphalt, tar and licorice. Full, structured body that dives through layers of dark fruit, driven along by active acidity all the way to the long but not cloying finish.
94 points
JamesSuckling.com

An intensely flavoured and beautifully textured Eden Valley Chardonnay that delivers great value.

Around 40% of this wine was fermented and matured in new and 1-3 year old fine grained French barriques to add weight and texture, with the balance fermented in stainless steel to retain fruit freshness and vibrancy. Texture was further enhanced through extended lees contact.

Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. White peach, nectarine and dried honey aromas show good uplift with citrusy nougat, light cashew and spice notes ensuing. Much fuller than recent vintages, rich fleshy white peach, nectarine and dried honey flavours are delivered with intensity overlaying a back drop of nougat, citrus, faint cashew and subtle notions of gun flint. Texturally full and rounded with a sense of creaminess to the mouthfeel, it finishes dry with good freshness and a long aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13.5%

A success story of long term agricultural diversification, the Majella property was originally owned by Frank Lynn, and bought in 1960 by his nephew, George, for a prime lamb enterprise. Viticulture was not on the agenda until 1968, when George, encouraged by his friend, Eric Brand (of Brand's Laira fame) decided it would complement the sheep. Eric purchased the fruit for Hardy's, but the deal later fell through and for a couple of vintages tonnes of premium grapes were left to rot. The risk ultimately paid off. Majella have since had a long term contract supplying Wynns and today, plantings have continued to expand (150 acres now under vine), with Cabernet the flagship varietal. First produced in 1994, Majella Cabernet Sauvignon has quickly established a reputation as one of Coonawarra’s best.

A perfect equilibrium of richness, power and finesse, this is one of Coonawarra’s finest and most consistent Cabernets.

Aged for 18 months in a combination of new and second use French oak hogsheads. Very impressive in its depth of colour displaying a saturated pitch black core with an equally deep dark red black hue. Pronounced aromas of ripe red to black currant and mulberry laced with bay leaf are trailed by vanillin cedar, black olive and spice notes. Medium to full bodied with terrific, richness, power and balance the palate is flooded with perfectly ripened red and black currant fruit overlaying a back drop of mulberry, infusions of bay leaf, vanillin cedar, subtle black olive and spice. Seamlessly integrated tannins provide great structure. Outstanding length with a long savoury red to black currant, subtle mulberry, vanillin cedar, light tobacco, black olive and spicy bay leaf aftertaste.
Cellar 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%

Brilliant water like colour with a faint tinge of green to the outskirts. Punchy gooseberry and citrus aromas intermesh with herbaceous grassy notes, asparagus and a whiff of spicy capsicum. Full of zest and zip, mouth watering flavours of ripe gooseberry, tropical fruits and citrus meld into herbaceous grassy elements with a dash of spicy capsicum also present. Fresh crunchy acid finish with a long intense finish. Fantastic value.
Drink now.
Alc. 13%

Other Reviews….
Smoky with plenty of grapefruit and nice melon and basil character, this is quite a concentrated and complex sauvignon blanc with a long, clean finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
92 points
JamesSuckling.com

A blend of 37% Malbec, 30% Petit Verdot, 17% Syrah and 16% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in French oak for 24 months. Magnificent depth of colour displaying an inky black core and a very deep dark red black hue. Pronounced violet, blackcurrant and liquorice aromas infused with tobacco and black olives blossom from the glass. Dark plum, earth, spicy cedar and dried herb notes then ensue. Rich yet elegant and finessed, the medium to full bodied palate is flooded with ripe blackcurrant, liquorice and dark plum fruit that has degree of opulence to it, supported by sturdy, firmly structured tannins. Cedary tobacco characters, black olives, subtle earth and spice provide additional interest. Possesses both power and intensity but in a refined way finishing long.
Cellar 6-8 years.
Alc. 14%

Other Reviews….
Very dense blackberry fruit, but also delicate mint and sage notes. Great concentration. Serious, fine-grained tannins. The finish is long with great vitality. You can drink this now, but if you wait a few years it will richly reward you.
95 points
JamesSuckling.com

Aged in French oak barrels, mostly of second use in order to maintain the integrity of fruit. Totally opaque black dark red core with a deep bright dark red hue. Spicy ripe red plum, dark cherry and red liquorice aromas show good elevation with smoky cedar, meaty notes and peppered herbs following on. Medium to full bodied with an elegant savoury feel, flavours of spicy red plum and liquorice are to the fore with underlying elements of subtlety smoked meats, spicy vanillin cedar and peppered herbs. Smooth, finely grained tannins. Good freshness and length with a medium to long conclusion.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13.5%

Other Reviews….
Dark plums and morello cherries combine with fresher nuances of blueberries and violets, as well as dark chocolate, vanilla and cloves on the nose. Lots of minerally undertones, too. Wonderful acidity/fruit tension to this on the palate with a really round core of dark fruit, bolstered by foursquare tannins. Chewy on the rather long finish. Drink in 2023.
94 points
JamesSuckling.com