I had this a week ago (or so), and have been postponing this note because I couldn’t find an appropriate picture to accompany it. In the end, I got out my camera and took one myself. Anyhoo, on to the wine. Smells warmer and darker than the Mornington Peninsula, black fruited, peaty, nicely smoky with a touch of stalk. There are fine fruits on the palate, black cherry and spice, fantastic balance, savoury and glossy, with a sappy and sour finish. It was at this point the ominous question was posed: “What’s the alcohol on this?”. Now it is true that there seems to be some of that alcohol sweetness through the palate, but it really is a minor complaint for an otherwise excellent wine.
Rated : 91 Points
Tasted : May09
Alcohol : 14%
Price : $55
Closure : Diam under Wax
Drink : 2010-2018
Source : Cellar Door
Website : William Downie