Grown and produced by Rosehill Vineyards situated 3km southeast of Murrumbateman in the cool climate growing region of the Canberra district. The wine has 5% Viognier added during fermentation, and the winemaker is Bryan Martin.

After a 3 hour decant, an exotic nose, smelling of sweet florals, plummy fruits, with black pepper, raspberries, dried papaya and dried apricots, cinnamon quills. The palate shows savoury red fruits, punchy, a glove-full from Joe Frazier, fleshy without being too sweet, with underlying spices and a barky dryness that dominates the finish. Very good length – getting better and better with time.

Rated : 91 Points
Tasted : Aug06
Alcohol : 14.0%
Closure : Screwcap
Drink : 2008 - 2011