Provenance

Producer

Critics Ratings

2003
'03 shines in gorgeous vintage. Deep, mint-edged cassis, cedar oak enhancement suggest full riches still dormant within structured, clean lines.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2008, 4.5*

2004
'Ripe and very slightly minty on the nose (thanks to one particular clone). Very very fresh, silky. Acidity is quite marked. Bright and dry. More minty on the palate than eucalyptus. A brave style that demands more time in bottle.' - Julia Harding MW, JancisRobinson.com, 16.5/20 (May 2009)

'Lighter, fresher feel to 04. Careful oaking (30% new) & extraction focuses usual mint-trimmed cassis, allows satisfying shorter-term drinking than 03, one of the stars of a gorgeous vintage, with long legs for ageing.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2009, 4*

2005
'2005 offers earlier accessibility than grander partners in range. Lead pencil & red fruits supported by astute 30% new oak, all harmoniously melded, leading to elegant finish.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2010, 4*

2006
2006 plush-fruited, with dry cocoa, savoury bell pepper. Elegant & juicy to end.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2011, 4*

2007
'Plush-fruited, with dry cocoa, savoury bell pepper. Elegant & juicy to end. This & 2007 with trademark confident tannins, but more accessible than big brothers in range; more red-berry freshness & elegance on the younger vintage.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2011, 4*

2008
'2008 like its big brothers exudes riper fruit profile than 2007 (4.5 stars). Plush, sweet cherry combines with dry cocoa,but lacks elegance of usual house style. Ends dry with firm tannins.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2012, 4*