Deep red colour with a trace of purple; the bouquet earthy, walnutty, with some oak and eucalyptus aromas. Some toasty aged character is starting up. It's a big, full-bodied, ample wine, with generous flavour and lots of soft tannins. The palate is big and broad and open-knit, the flavour really fills the mouth. A seriously deep and structured wine.08 MAR 2017 Drink 2017–2027
94 points Tyson Steltzer James Halliday Wine Companion
Deep red colour with a trace of purple; the bouquet earthy, walnutty, with some oak and eucalyptus aromas. Some toasty aged character is starting up. It's a big, full-bodied, ample wine, with generous flavour and lots of soft tannins. The palate is big and broad and open-knit, the flavour really fills the mouth. A seriously deep and structured wine.08 MAR 2017
2017–2027
92 points Huon Hooke The Real Review
Clear crimson-purple; while made using traditional method, the wordy back label doesn't disclose either the date of tirage nor that of disgorgement; it is a gloriously high-toned sparkling shiraz, its spice and licorice flavours highlighted by the secondary fermentation, resulting in elegance and intensity.