2017 and 2004 vintages sampled
3/6.5/9 out of 100 = 95 for 2017
3/6.5/9.5 out of 100 = 95 for 2004
Greater approachability on palate with age but plenty of strong tannins still present.
Very enjoyable — 2 years ago
3/6.5/9.5 = 19 out of 100 say 95
2010 vintage - great bouquet - really showcasing that classic Coonawarra cab sav fruit. Rich fully ripened fruit on the palate with a great linger. — 6 months ago
3-6/9.5 = 18.5 out of 100 say 93
Dark berry nose with that classic subtle chocolate linger. Some alcohol heat evident. Probably only needs a 1 hour decant. — 9 months ago
3/6.5/9.5 out of 100 = 97.5
Wine of the night in the line up.
Nose of berry, and vanilla. Scrumptious full mouthfeel and a long smooth finish.
2018 vintage sampled. — 2 years ago
3/6.5/9.5 out of 100 = 94
Rich and dark with hints of peppermint. Huge well integrated tannin structure. — 2 years ago
3/6.75/9.75 = 19.5 out of 100 say 98
Eight year Kevin John - lovely with pear on the nose and pear with perfectly balanced acid on the palate. Sets a high benchmark for all premium Chardonnay. — 9 months ago
3/6.5/9.5 = 19 out of 100 - 96 points. Exceptional nose, creamy overtones with a long linger. — 10 months ago
2014 sampled
3/6.5/9.25 out of 100 = 94.5
So much going on here and difficult to concentrate. Masterfully integrated berry, tannin and oak. Long smooth finish but plenty of development to go. Will require a very long decant to appreciate fully. — 2 years ago
William Douglas
William had this 3 months ago