The 2007 vintage will be remembered for the driest winter and spring on record. Early recognition of the severity of the drought triggered supplementary irrigation as early as bud swell. The environmentally sensitive use of recycled water to supplement underground water resources allowed the establishment and maintenance of balanced canopies. Yields were well down, due to small berries and loose, open bunches. Rain in January caused some minor berry splitting but breathed new life into the vines. Split berries shrivelled away cleanly and the only detrimental effect was on yield. Steady ripening has resulted in hightly aromatic and intensely flavoured fruit, showing balanced acidity and textured tannins.

Deep red with purple hues. Blackberry and dark chocolate aromas, with hints of eucalypt and vanillan French and American Oak. A medium bodied wine, filled with ripe berry and dark cherry flavours, subtly enhanced with toasty oak. Fresh acidity complements the long, sweet fruit finish, resulting in a wine with immediate appear and varietal presence.