Sam Kim, Wine Orbit – 95 Points
Upfront and enticing, the bouquet shows black and purple fruit intensity, vanilla, rich floral, star anise, and cedar characters. The palate displays excellent weight and succulent fruit flavours, beautifully complemented by fleshy texture and silky tannins, finishing wonderfully long and delectable. At its best: now to 2036.
Russ Gallagher, Vinomasters – 95 Points
Deep ruby with purple hues. Aromas of blackberry, plum and dark chocolate are complemented by notes of spice and subtle oak.
The palate is medium to full-bodied, delivering fruit of blackberry, blueberry and plum supported by soft tannins. A touch of spice and savoury nuance builds through the mid-palate, finishing robust, rounded and satisfying. A full-flavoured Shiraz with balance and appeal.
★★★★★ Full flavoured and perfectly balanced. Drink now to 2033
Ken Gargett, Winepilot – 92 Points
From a single vineyard in the Limestone Coast region, there is lots to like here. A deep blood red hue with a purple rim, at this stage the nose is a little reticent, but given time, we should see an array of aromas emerge. Look for hints of red fruits, wild raspberries, coffee grinds, cold tea and dried herbs. There are already hints of blackberries on the finish. The wine is of medium length with a sleek texture and firm tannins. It should continue to impress over the next eight to ten years