RESERVE WINES

Vintage | Dry and disease-free, picked late April.

Vineyard | High altitude vineyards of Orange, NSW.

Bouquet | Wild yellow passionfruit and guava aromas.

Palate | Structured palate . from partial fermentation in oak puncheons. A sophisticated Sauvignon Blanc balancing tropical fruit with rich, nutty characters.

Alcohol | 12.0%

Cellaring | 5+ years, keep away from strong light, at a cool, constant temperature <15°

Winemaking | A small parcel went through extended maceration on skins for 6 weeks, with a combination of new and old French oak for 12 months.

Awards | Silver 🥈 - Cowra Wine Show 2019, Silver 🥈 - Rutherglen Wine Show 2018, Bronze 🥉 - Royal Melbourne Wine Awards 2018, Bronze 🥉 - Australian Highlands Wine Show 2018

Vintage | Dry and disease-free picked early March.

Vineyard | High altitude, biodynamic vineyard of Borenore, Orange at 860m altitude.

Bouquet | Lemongrass and orange blossom aromas.

Palate | Bright acidity and a refined, citrus-driven palate.

Alcohol | 12.5%

Cellaring | 8+ years, keep away from strong light, at a cool, constant temperature <15°.

Winemaking | Picked when fruit displayed floral aromatics and retained natural high acidity, press cut on juice, fermented in stainless steel.

Awards | Silver🥈 - Canberra International Riesling Challenge 2019, Bronze 🥉  - Royal Melbourne Wine Awards 2018, Bronze 🥉  - Royal Sydney Wine Show 2019, Bronze 🥉  - Orange Wine Show 2018, Bronze 🥉  - Rutherglen Wine Show 2018, Bronze 🥉  - National Cool Climate Wine Show 2018, Bronze 🥉 Australian Highlands Wine Show 2018, Bronze 🥉  - Cowra Wine Show 2019.

Vintage | Dry and disease-free vintage picked in January.

Vineyard | Organically managed vineyards from Australia’s oldest wine region, the Hunter Valley.

Bouquet | Bright minerality with hints of citrus and lime.

Palate | Wild yeast fermentation and extended lees contact produce a creamy, textural palate with a nutty finish.

Alcohol | 12.9%

Cellaring | 5+ years, keep away from strong light, at a cool, constant temperature <15°.

Winemaking | Picked at moderate ripeness retaining natural acidity while capturing generous fruit flavour, gentle pressing of free run juice to French oak puncheons (500L) for 9 months, 30% new oak.

Vintage | Dry and disease-free vintage picked in March.

Vineyard | High altitude vineyards of Orange, NSW.

Bouquet | White floral notes with delicate pear and citrus on the nose.

Palate | Barrel fermentation and wild yeast for an elegant palate with rich notes and fine, focused acidity.

Alcohol | 13.3%

Cellaring | 5+ years, keep away from strong light, at a cool, constant temperature <15°.

Winemaking | Picked at moderate ripeness retaining natural acidity while capturing generous fruit flavour, gentle pressing of free-run juice to French oak puncheons (500L) for 9 months, 30% new oak.

Awards | Bronze 🥉 - Orange Wine Show 2019

Vintage | Warmer than average, harvested January.

Vineyard | Organically managed vineyards from Australia’s oldest wine region, the Hunter Valley.

Bouquet | Ripe mulberries, vanilla and Chinese five spice.

Palate | Forest floor characters, with gentle tannins from oak maturation.

Alcohol | 14% Alc/Vol

Cellaring | 7+ years, keep away from strong light, at a cool, constant temperature <15°.

Vintage | Exceptional quality, dry and disease-free. Picked mid-February.

Vineyard | Organically managed vineyards from Australia’s oldest wine region, the Hunter Valley

Bouquet | Dark plum and dark chocolate aromas.

Palate | Rich blackberry and liquorice flavours. Beautifully structured palate.

Alcohol | 14.1%

Cellaring | 6+ years, keep away from strong light, at a cool, constant temperature <15°

Winemaking | A portion of this wine was whole bunch fermented improving aromatics and structure, primary and floral characters from a hot but pristine vintage.

Awards | Gold 🥇 - Royal Queensland Wine Show 2019, Gold 🥇 - Hunter Valley Wine Show 2019, Silver 🥈- The Real Review 2019, Gold 🥇 - New South Wales Wine Awards 2019, Gold 🥇 - Great Australian Shiraz Challenge 2019, Bronze 🥉 - Cowra Wine Show 2019, Bronze 🥉 - Rutherglen Wine Show 2019.

Vintage | Dry and disease-free picked mid-April.

Vineyard | High altitude, biodynamic vineyard of Borenore, Orange at 860m altitude.

Bouquet | Black cherry, violet and raspberry aromas.

Palate | Ripe dark berries on the palate with a hint of spice, tobacco and cocoa. Smooth finish with gentle tannins.

Alcohol | 14.7%

Cellaring | 7+ years, keep away from strong light, at a cool, constant temperature <15°.

Winemaking | Phenological ripeness at moderate sugar levels, cold soaked, fermented on skins for 7 days, with a combination of new and old French oak for 12 months.

Awards | Trophies 🏆🏆 Best Red of Show, Best Alternative Red & Gold🥇 - Australian Highlands Wine Show 2019, Trophy 🏆  Best Alternate Red & Gold🥇 - Australian Cool Climate Show 2019, Trophy 🏆 Best Other Red Varietal & Gold 🥇 New South Wales Wine Awards 2019, Gold 🥇 International Organic Wine Awards 2019, Silver 🥈 - Orange Wine Show 2019, Silver 🥈 - Rutherglen Wine Show 2019,  Bronze 🥉 - Royal Queensland Wine Show 2019, Bronze 🥉 Cowra Wine Show 2019, Bronze 🥉 National Cool Climate Wine Show 2019, 5/5 Stars & Top in Category - Annual Winestate Magazine Cabernet & Bordeaux Challenge 2019, 5/5 Stars - Annual Winestate Magazine Best of Varietal 2019.

Vintage | Dry and disease-free, picked early April.

Vineyard | High altitude, biodynamic vineyard of Borenore, Orange at 860m altitude.

Bouquet | Ripe blueberry and spiced plum aromas.

Palate | Voluptuous blackberry on the palate paired with dried herbs and soft tannins.

Alcohol | 14.5%

Cellaring | 7+ years, keep away from strong light, at a cool, constant temperature <15°.

Winemaking | Phenological ripeness at higher sugar levels, cold soaked, fermented on skins for 7 days, immense depth of colour.

Awards | Trophy 🏆 Best Merlot & Gold 🥇  - Australian Cool Climate Show, Gold 🥇  - Royal Melbourne Wine Awards, Silver 🥈 - Cowra Wine Show 2019, Silver 🥈 - Australian Highlands Wine Show 2019, Bronze 🥉 - New South Wales Wine Awards 2019, Bronze 🥉 - Rutherglen Wine Show 2019, Bronze 🥉 - Orange Wine Show 2019.

Vintage | Dry and disease-free, picked late April.

Vineyard | High altitude vineyards of Orange, NSW.

Bouquet | Currant candy and tobacco aromas.

Palate | Delicately balanced palate with plum and white pepper.

Alcohol | 14.6%

Cellaring | 8+ years, keep away from strong light, at a cool, constant temperature <15°

Winemaking | A small parcel went through extended maceration on skins for 6 weeks, with a combination of new and old French oak for 12 months.

Awards | Trophy Best Cabernet & Gold 🥇 - Australian Highlands Wine Show, Gold 🥇 - Rutherglen Wine Show, Silver🥈 - Orange Wine Show 2019, Silver🥈 - International Organic Wine Awards 2019, Bronze 🥉 - Cowra Wine Show 2019, Bronze 🥉 - Royal Melbourne Wine Awards 2019, Bronze 🥉 - National Cool Climate Wine Show 2019, Bronze 🥉 - Australian Cool Climate Wine Show 2019, 4/5 Stars - Annual Winestate Magazine Cabernet & Bordeaux Challenge 2019, 4/5 Stars - Annual Winestate Magazine Best of Varietal 2019.

Vintage | Cool climate, high altitude vineyards of Orange, NSW.

Vineyard | Late harvest Riesling, with a portion of botrytised grapes.

Bouquet | Tropical fruits.

Palate | Lime and sherbet-like acidity.

Serving suggestions | Perfect with an after-dinner cheese board.

Alcohol | 11.0%

Cellaring | 8+ years, keep away from strong light, at a cool, constant temperature <15°

Vineyard | A blend of select harvests from Australia's wine regions.

Bouquet | Rich raspberry jam aromas.

Palate | Intense ripe raspberry flavours with hints of sweet prune.

Serving suggestions | Try a dash in your glass of sparkling or to accompany your raspberry dessert.

Alcohol | 17%

Cellaring | Able to be cellared, but already blended from older vintages using a solera system.