2018 Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasting Notes

Rarely do we produce a purely varietal estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon. Due to its late-ripening tendency, this grape variety is sometimes a risk to grow successfully in the Hunter Valley.  In 2018 the weather was exceptionally dry so we managed to hold out to produce an intensely flavoured red that finishes well with prominent oak accents. This example is silky textured and combines well with light and medium red meats and creamy based dishes including seafood.

2018 Hunter Valley Estate Shiraz

Region: Hunter Valley

Variety: Shiraz

Alc: 14.0%

Bright & cheerful with clear fruit flavours; made from grapes grown on our property

Tasting Notes

Our Shiraz block was planted in the late 1980s by Aldo, our previous owner. This easy drinking Shiraz is medium bodied and fruity, a delicious red wine to enjoy with friends while standing around the barbie. The fruitiness of this wine complements those lovely charcoal barbecue flavours: think sausages, steak, kebabs.  

2018 Reserve Shiraz (Thomas Charles)

Region: Lovedale Hunter Valley

Variety: Shiraz

Alc: 14%

Tasting Notes

Our Reserve Shiraz is made from Shiraz grapes grown on our Estate. When we make our Shiraz we take into consideration how much oak the fruit can handle; because of the exceptional  nature of the 2018 harvest, the time on oak imparted additional tannins that contributed to the wine's natural stability. This strong tannin structure ensures this wine will age nicely for many years.

It is soft & smooth on the palate with intense flavours.   

2019 Sangiovese

Pronounced San jo vay zay;a famous Italian wine grape.

Tasting Notes

New in to our cellar door is our 2019 Sangiovese, made from grapes grown on our property. Aged in old oak barrels this wine is typical of the rustic-styled Sangiovese. It has the earthiness of berries, dark chocolate and plums. Infused with just a nice touch of Cabernet producing a wine that reflects the Hunter Valley terroir. Chill in the fridge in Summer for a further depth of flavour.   

2021 Alicia Rosé

'Soft, fragrant and uplifting, reminiscent of my mother's soothing embrace'

Our Signature Rosé has an alluring soft rhubarb colour; it is dry in style and is made from what our winemaker calls a ‘field blend’ of Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc - all grown on our Hunter Valley property. It is lightly oaked and has flavours of strawberries and citrus, finishing with a toffee edge

2021 Cabernet Franc 

The Cabernet Franc 2021 has a smooth rounded palate with a juicy centre, finishing with a mineral acid freshness. Tasting of fruity red berries and pronounced aromas of red cherry, wild raspberries and fresh cut herbs, this is a magnificent single vineyard example of a Hunter grown Cabernet Franc.