Alkoomi, from local Frankland River Aboriginal dialect means ‘the place we chose’ - the Alkoomi Wines vineyard site was expertly chosen and produces great wines like this one. In the glass: Dense red purple. On the nose: Strong black cherry with hints of regional herb.  On the palate: Very solid palate with super-ripe black fruits and immense tannin support. Everything ...

Colour Dense, dark red with youthful purple hues.   Aroma Aromas of dark blackberry fruits, hints of wild herbs and oak spice.   Palate Smooth and rich with dark cherry and plum flavours balanced with black pepper and dusty tannins.

REGION: Barossa (87% Barossa Valley 13% Eden Valley)   VARIETIES: Shiraz 51%,Grenache 32%, Mourvèdre 17%   The Shiraz was sourced from old vineyardsin the Krondorf,Ebenezer and Eden Valley. Grenache from the Tanunda and Ebenezer regions and Mourvèdre fromthe Light Pass region.   WINEMAKING: Fermentation with submerged cap and small open stain...

Just one block of low-yielding Shiraz vines was selected for this vintage of the Dairy Block, which grows next to the cellar door and enjoys the afternoon sun until late in the day. Bunches were selectively picked and gently destemmed and crushed into static fermenters. The wine was aged for 18 months in 30% new French oak barrels. This is a medium-bodied cool climate Shiraz with concentrated w...

About the Wine The Estate Pinot is a blend of three blocks on the Kooyong vineyard site: Meres, Haven and Ferrous - a true representation of place and vintage.   Fresh berries and a touch of pomegranate on the nose. Darker fruit shows on the palate, with some earthy spice   Wild fermented in a large oak fourdre, concrete tank and stainless steel, with a good dollop...

The marriage between Coonawarra soils and the noble Cabernet Sauvignon grape have long been known to produce wines of outstanding quality and longevity.   Our Cabernet has benefited from the terra rossa over limestone soils of our ‘Abbey’ estate vineyard located in southern Coonawarra. The unique micro climate within this part of the region produces an extended ripening...

Winemaker Notes Shaw + Smith Shiraz is a medium bodied cool-climate Shiraz, in which balance is more important than power. The 2017 vintage was very cool, and Shiraz was picked four weeks later than usual. The wine is particularly fragrant as a result of the season.   Critical Acclaim JS96James Suckling A cooler vintage has bent this to a peppery and spicy zone with a v...

From the Margaret River region of Western Australia, Stella Bella Cabernet Sauvignon is the classic red grape variety from the region and offers excellent quality for the price.   Blackcurrant notes on the nose, plum and green olive savoury-ness. The palate has fine grained tannins with a persistant length and good overall balance.   Lovely with red meats or cheese

Winemaker Notes This wine is true to the Tolpuddle Vineyard Pinot Noir style: intensely aromatic, medium bodied with savoury spice notes, along with purity of varietal expression, fresh acidity and ripe tannins. Delicious alongside crispy-skin duck breast. Critical Acclaim D97Decanter Planted in 1988, the Tolpuddle Vineyard is situated in Tasmania's Coal River Valley, and is...

Deep ruby with flickers of violet, its delicate aromas of truffle, five spice and spring flowers are supported by a rich core of licorice, saddle leather and Provencal herbs. Very ‘Burgundian’ in style, the palate is elegant and pure with subtle notes of crushed cherries, earth and cedar all neatly wound by a taut spine of acidity and ripe supple tannins.   The 2010 Ste...

Winemaker Notes The Struie is a wonderfully aromatic and deeply concentrated wine produced from the harmonious combination of both regions, delivering layers of dark chocolate characters and defining structure. Nuances of plum, blackberries, violets and hidden spice characters all further enhance the natural elegance and tension of the fruit quality. The Struie will certainly age tremendous...

This Shiraz displays flavours of ripe plum and vanilla with a subtle savoury finish. With lifted floral aromas and a smooth finish, this elegant wine will complement an array of foods