Rua

There’s no mistaking the signature of the variety and place of origin for the wine, scents of ripe dark cherry flesh, a fine savoury quality and shattered stone earth suggestions. Youthful with a tautness as the wine touches the palate, tannins have a energised grip and acidity adds crunch and freshness. Core flavours reflect the bouquet with layers of lees and red berries, vanilla and baking spices of oak. Plush and fresh with good drinking today, best drinking from late 2025 through 2030+.

Deep purple-hued with ruby-red, lighter on the rim. This has blackberries, bramble aromas interweave, dark herbs and a hint of spice. Medium-bodied, ripe blackberries lead, bramble jam, black pepper, anise, and dark herbs linger to a juicy finish. The palate is round and smooth with a powdery texture. This is an upfront Pinot Noir with lush bramble fruit and a smooth palate. Match with summer barbeque over the next 3 years. Fruit from Bannockburn and Pisa, fermented with 6% whole bunches to 13.5% alc, aged in French oak barriques for 6 months. 18/20 pts