Provenance

Critics Ratings

'Tight, compact and dense, this should continue to evolve with time, easily through 2020. Deep, heady aromas of blackberry, cassis, black plum, tobacco leaf, leather and licorice dance in the bouquet. The palate starts off ripe and juicy, with fresh black-fruit flavors that give way to spicy notes of black tea, licorice root and charred cedar on the long finish. It's structured and gripping, with fine yet powerful tannins and good concentration.' - Lauren Buzzeo, Wine Enthusiast, 93/100 (Jul 2014)

'Grace & style defined. Mainly cab, dash petit Verdot, individual 2009 is a carefully composed ensemble, all the components – pure berry fruit, clean oak, fine tannins, fresh acid, supportive 14.8% alc – contribute, none dominate, in textury sensory splendour.’ - Platter’s SA Wine Guide 2012, 5*

'Racy, vibrant and distinctive, with a mouthwatering core of plum, red and black currant and blackberry fruit laced with licorice snap, singed tobacco leaf and charcoal. The long, tangy finish courses along with ample drive. Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2016.' - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 92/100 (Dec 2012)