Australian Wine

Lindeman's Bright Chardonnay Bin 65 — South Eastern Australia 2024

Lindeman's is one of Australia's most storied wine producers, with a winemaking heritage stretching back to 1843. The Bin 65 Chardonnay is their flagship white — a wine that has introduced millions of drinkers to the approachable, fruit-forward style that Australian Chardonnay does so well. Sourced from premium vineyards across South Eastern Australia, it is crafted for immediate enjoyment: soft, smooth, and consistently reliable vintage after vintage.

The nose offers inviting aromas of ripe melon, white peach, and a touch of citrus. On the palate, it is medium-to-full bodied with a soft, creamy texture, gentle spice hints, and a long, balanced finish. Clean and crowd-pleasing, it is the kind of everyday Chardonnay that over-delivers at its price point.

"A delightful medium-to-full bodied Chardonnay with excellent varietal flavors of melon and peach. The palate is soft and smooth with spice hints across the long, balanced finish." — Lindeman's Winemaker

• Producer: Lindeman's, South Eastern Australia
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: South Eastern Australia
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Style: Medium-to-Full Bodied, Unoaked
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Melon, white peach, citrus, soft spice, creamy finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2026
• Best Paired With: Grilled chicken, seafood pasta, soft cheeses, Caesar salad, light cream sauces
• Serve: Well chilled, 45–50°F

Australia's best-selling Chardonnay for good reason — Lindeman's Bin 65 is the benchmark for approachable, everyday white wine value.

Winemaker Description

Lindeman's Bold Cabernet Sauvignon Bin 45 2025 750ml

One of Australia’s most trusted Cabernet Sauvignons, Lindeman’s Bin 45 delivers consistent, crowd-pleasing character vintage after vintage. Medium-to-full bodied, it combines dark berry fruit and cassis with hints of chocolate and mint — approachable, well-structured, and ideal for everyday enjoyment. The Bin 45 has earned its place as a go-to bottle for those who want reliable Australian Cabernet at an exceptional value.

Pairing Suggestions

• Meat: Grilled ribeye, lamb burgers, or slow-roasted beef brisket.
• BBQ: Smoky BBQ ribs, pulled pork, or grilled sausages.
• Cheese: Sharp cheddar, aged Gouda, or a bold blue cheese.

Lindeman's Chardonnay Bin 65 — South Eastern Australia 2024 | 1.5L Magnum

Lindeman's is one of Australia's most storied wine producers, with a winemaking heritage stretching back to 1843. The Bin 65 Chardonnay is their flagship white — and in Magnum format, it is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for gatherings, celebrations, and long table dinners. Sourced from premium vineyards across South Eastern Australia, this 1.5L bottle delivers twice the wine with the same consistent, fruit-forward quality that has made Bin 65 a global bestseller.

The nose offers inviting aromas of ripe melon, white peach, and a touch of citrus. On the palate, it is medium-to-full bodied with a soft, creamy texture, gentle spice hints, and a long, balanced finish. Magnums also age more gracefully than standard bottles — a bonus for those who like to cellar a few.

"A delightful medium-to-full bodied Chardonnay with excellent varietal flavors of melon and peach. The palate is soft and smooth with spice hints across the long, balanced finish." — Lindeman's Winemaker

• Producer: Lindeman's, South Eastern Australia
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: South Eastern Australia
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Style: Medium-to-Full Bodied, Unoaked
• Format: 1.5L Magnum (equivalent to 2 standard bottles)
• Tasting Notes: Melon, white peach, citrus, soft spice, creamy finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2027
• Best Paired With: Grilled chicken, seafood pasta, soft cheeses, Caesar salad, light cream sauces
• Serve: Well chilled, 45–50°F

All the charm of Australia's best-selling Chardonnay — in a format made for sharing.

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The Wine Enthusiast 96 Points | A fabulous vintage of Filius, and a total bargain for this level of quality. Layered aromas appear from first sniff: plump currants and plums, dark chocolate, savory herbs and florals, graphite and a mineral, iodine-like nuance. In the mouth, there's bright fruit and silky texture, with savory, fine tannins and a long, elegant finish. Made to drink now or to age for several more years. A wonderful intro to this distinctive Aussie style.

Producer Notes

19 Crimes celebrates the 19 crimes that once earned British convicts a one-way ticket to Australia. Today, those convicts are celebrated as the founders of a nation — and this Shiraz carries their rebellious spirit. Full and round with bright crimson hues, the wine opens with criminally intense vanilla aromatics balanced by ripe raspberry and plum. On the palate, flavors of raspberries, dark plums, and chocolate are complemented by the vanilla. Red berry fruit and plush tannins provide a lingering finish perfect for any evening.

Food Pairings

• BBQ ribs or grilled sausages
• Burgers or pulled pork sliders
• Aged cheddar or smoked gouda
• Pizza or hearty pasta dishes

Producer Notes

Koonunga Hill is one of Penfolds’ most beloved and enduring wines — a benchmark for approachable, everyday Australian red. The Shiraz brings plenty of dark fruit while the Cabernet Sauvignon adds cool, lifted aromatics. Deep crimson with red brick hues, the nose reveals preserved plums, fresh mulberry, cherry compote, milk chocolate, baking spices, fresh bay leaf, white pepper, and licorice. The palate is succulent with refreshing acidity and subtle tannins. Ripe red fruits offer richness on the mid-palate, with dark cherry, pomegranate, and cranberry. A savory, umami edge adds complexity. Softly textured, medium-bodied, and very approachable.

Food Pairings

• Grilled steak, ribs, or lamb shanks
• Beef stew or shepherd’s pie
• Aged cheddar or blue cheese
• BBQ or hearty pasta dishes

Producer Notes

‘Mollydooker’ is old Aussie slang for a left-handed boxer — and The Boxer always punches well above his Fruit Weight™. (Did you notice he has two left-handed gloves?) The 2022 Boxer boasts a robust foundation of dark fruit, black cherries, mocha, and a hint of clove spice that comes alive in the glass. Its velvety texture delivers notes of fresh plum, balanced tannins, and a subtle touch of toasted oak — all enhancing the richness of the fruit. A complex, layered wine with multiple dimensions that are sure to impress.

Food Pairings

• BBQ ribs or grilled lamb chops
• Slow-braised beef brisket or pulled pork
• Aged cheddar or smoked gouda
• Hearty pasta or wood-fired pizza

Big Format, Big Value — Lindeman's Bin 50 Shiraz in Magnum

Lindeman's has been crafting approachable, crowd-pleasing Australian wines since 1843, and the Bin 50 Shiraz is one of their most beloved expressions. Bold, smooth, and endlessly versatile, this 1.5L Magnum is the perfect format for entertaining — twice the wine, twice the fun. Sourced from South Eastern Australia's sun-drenched vineyards, the 2022/23 vintage delivers the ripe, generous fruit character that has made Bin 50 a go-to Shiraz for casual and sophisticated occasions alike.

Winemaker Notes

Lindeman's Smooth Shiraz Bin 50 2022/23 1.50L Magnum

Vibrant and bold, Bin 50 Shiraz showcases rich flavors of ripe blackberries, plums, and cherries, complemented by a touch of spice and subtle oak. Full-bodied with smooth tannins and a well-rounded finish, it's an excellent choice for both casual dinners and more festive gatherings.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Shiraz
• Appellation: South Eastern Australia
• Producer: Lindeman's
• Vintage: 2022/23
• Format: Magnum (1.5L)

Food Pairings

Made for the table — exceptional with barbecued meats, grilled sausages, hearty stews, spicy curries, burgers, and slow-roasted lamb.

Effortlessly Smooth — Lindeman's Bin 40 Merlot

Lindeman's has been crafting approachable, crowd-pleasing Australian wines since 1843, and the Bin 40 Merlot is one of their most reliable everyday expressions. Soft, elegant, and immediately drinkable, this is the kind of bottle you reach for on a weeknight without a second thought — generous fruit, smooth tannins, and a rounded finish that makes it endlessly versatile at the table. Exceptional value from one of Australia's most trusted producers.

Winemaker Notes

Lindeman's Smooth Merlot Bin 40 2022 750ml

A soft, elegant, and approachable medium-bodied wine with complete, rounded characters. Ripe plum and red berry fruit lead the way, with a touch of chocolate and soft, velvety tannins on the finish. Fermented to preserve fresh fruit aromas and smooth drinkability.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Merlot
• Appellation: South Eastern Australia
• Producer: Lindeman's
• Vintage: 2022
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

Wonderfully versatile — excellent with roast chicken, pasta with tomato sauce, grilled salmon, soft cheeses, burgers, and casual weeknight dinners.

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NOW by Paxton stands for 'Natural Organic Wine.' As leaders in organic production, Paxton wanted to create a Biodynamic and USDA Certified Organic natural wine with no added preservatives in a young, drink 'now' style of Chardonnay.

A fruit salad of native finger lime, pear d'Anjou, with wild spearmint, elderflower and a touch of tarragon. Bright and bouncy like jumping for the clouds on a backyard trampoline. This Chardonnay sits up straight but has a sneaky scrumptious and vibrant feel once allowed to relax. Drink NOW.

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Expert Review - Vintage 2022

The Australian Wine Companion 91 Points | Yalumba continues to grace us with a range of wines made from viognier, from entry-level to aspirational, that convey a deep understanding of both the variety and site. Pale straw with green flashes and aromas of lemon, grapefruit and apricot along with hints of lemon sorbet, wildflowers, a liminal whiff of white pepper and stone. Flecks of dried herbs join in on the palate, which is stony and savoury, lingering nicely as it fades away. A great introduction to the variety. 

James Suckling 91 Points | A fresh, juicy and precise viognier with aroma of peaches, apricots and fresh flowers. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity. Vivid and playful, with a refreshing finish.

Producer Description 

With 175 years of unbroken independence, Yalumba continues to make wine at its founder's home estate under the direction of the same family today. Samuel's Collection honors Yalumba's founder Samuel Smith, his spirit of independence and conviction to invest in the land and make great wine.

Pure aromas reminiscent of fresh apricots, lifted ginger, saffron and fresh white flowers. The palate is long, rich, and luscious, with intense and expressive stone fruit flavors finishing with an alluring freshness. This wine will continue to grow and develop in the bottle, firstly showing enhanced apricots and spice, then honey flavors and toast complexity.

Enjoy with a Moroccan tagine and couscous, or baba ghanoush.

Expert Review- Vintage 2023

Christina Pickard of the Wine Enthusiast writes 93 Points | Lime leaf, waxy citrus, white peach notes and a hint of honey open this Clare Valley Riesling. The combo of dryness, cheek-sucking, orange peel acidity and chalky texture makes for a somewhat austere wine solo, but pair with a creamy goat's cheese or seafood risotto and watch it shine. 

Producer Description 

Originally a pastoral run dating back to 1839, and originally named Wolta Wolta, Jim Barry purchased the land for The Lodge Hill Vineyard in 1977 as he was sure it would “produce some of the best Riesling in the Clare Valley.” Situated at 480 meters above sea level and situated on the Eastern Ranges of the Clare Valley, the grapes at our Lodge Hill Vineyard are exposed to concentrated bursts of sunlight and cool nights which encourage slower ripening. This helps deliver beautiful natural acidity and citrus characters that ripen early because of the small crop it produces. Gentle pressing and a rapid move into the fermentation allows the natural fruit flavors to be preserved.

Aromas of fresh lime, spice, citrus blossom, white peach, and nectarine skins open on the nose. In the mouth, the lime flavors take center stage commanding attention on entry. The fruit is fleshy with considerable weight and framed with a refreshing driving acid. A lot of wine!

Jacob's Creek Classic Shiraz — South Eastern Australia (Magnum 1.5L)

Jacob's Creek is one of Australia's most iconic and widely recognized wine brands — founded in the Barossa Valley in 1976 and named after the creek where Johann Gramp planted South Australia's first commercial vineyard in 1847. Today, Jacob's Creek sources fruit from across South Eastern Australia's finest growing regions, blending for consistency, approachability, and the vibrant fruit character that has made Australian Shiraz one of the world's most beloved red wine styles. The Classic Shiraz is the range's flagship red expression — a soft, approachable, medium-bodied wine crafted to deliver genuine drinking pleasure at an exceptional everyday price. In Magnum format, it's the perfect bottle for gatherings, celebrations, and any occasion that calls for something a little more generous.

The nose is inviting and expressive: spicy red berry with subtle mocha and vanilla oak influence. On the palate, soft red berry and rich plum lead the way, framed by a spicy cedar finish. Medium-bodied, smooth, and easy-drinking — a great example of the approachable, fruit-forward style that defines Jacob's Creek Classic wines.

"A soft, approachable medium-bodied Shiraz with vibrant fruit flavours. Spicy red berry with subtle mocha and vanilla oak influence. Soft red berry and rich plum with a spicy cedar finish." — Jacob's Creek, Winemaker

• Producer: Jacob's Creek, Barossa Valley, South Australia
• Appellation: South Eastern Australia
• Varietal: Shiraz
• Format: Magnum (1.5L — equivalent to 2 standard bottles)
• Tasting Notes: Spicy red berry, rich plum, mocha, vanilla oak, spicy cedar finish
• Style: Medium-bodied, soft, approachable, fruit-forward
• Drink: Now
• Best Paired With: Roast leg of lamb, grilled meats, burgers, aged Cheddar, hard cheeses, BBQ

Australia's most approachable Shiraz in a party-ready Magnum — Jacob's Creek Classic 1.5L is generous, fruit-forward, and built for sharing.

Lindeman's Bin 50 Shiraz - Classic Australian Red

A full-bodied, well-balanced Shiraz showcasing the best grapes from South Eastern Australia's premium wine regions. This approachable red delivers ripe plum and warm spice flavors with smooth tannins and a satisfying finish.

Tasting Notes

Rich plum flavors complemented by warm spice, full-bodied with soft tannins and excellent balance. 13.5% ABV.

Perfect With

Grilled meats, hearty pasta, BBQ, aged cheeses, and pizza. Serve at room temperature for best results.

Wine Details

Region: South Eastern Australia | Volume: 750ml | Closure: Screw Cap

Expert Review — Vintage 2017

James Suckling 96 Points | Released after seven years in bottle. Delicate yet complex aromas of finger limes, grapefruit, kerosene, sage oil, preserved lemons, gun smoke and salted nuts. The palate is high tension, with an intense concentration of flavors coiled around a textural palate and striking acidity. Made from vines planted in 1965 — this has years of life ahead. Excellent. Drink or hold.

About The Contours Museum Reserve

Pewsey Vale’s The Contours is their flagship museum-release Riesling, sourced from the coolest south-facing slope of the estate in the high-altitude Eden Valley, South Australia. The vines were planted in 1965, making them among the oldest Riesling plantings in the region.

What makes this wine special: Pewsey Vale holds it in their cellars for five to seven years before release, so you receive a bottle that has already begun its transformation into a complex, aged masterpiece — no patience required on your end.

Tasting & Pairings

Finger lime, grapefruit, kerosene, sage oil, preserved lemon, gun smoke, and salted nuts. High-tension acidity with intense concentration and a textural, coiled palate. Serve well chilled.

• Kingfish crudo or oysters with lime mignonette — classic pairing for aged Riesling.
• Five-spice duck breast or tofu Pad Thai — the acidity balances spice and oil beautifully.

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The Wine Enthusiast 95 Points | Vasse Felix's self-titled middle range often represents the best value for money, in this reviewer's opinion. This is both an excellent example of the range's quality as well as of Margaret River's distinctive Cab style. Layered aromas of tangy redcurrant, raspberry and cranberry are woven with pencil lead, new pavement and tobacco leaf. There's a wonderful lift of crunchy currant fruit on the palate, which counterbalances the big smudgy, savory tannins.

19 Crimes Cabernet Sauvignon — South Australia NV — 1.5L Magnum

19 Crimes takes its name from the 19 crimes that once earned British convicts a one-way ticket to Australia — and the brand celebrates the rebellious spirit of those who turned punishment into opportunity and built a new life in a new land. Today, 19 Crimes is one of Australia's most recognized wine labels, crafting bold, approachable reds that honor that defiant heritage. The Cabernet Sauvignon is their flagship expression: rich, fruit-forward, and built for sharing. In a generous 1.5L Magnum format, it is the bottle that commands the table.

Rich bright red to crimson in color. The nose is intense and inviting — lifted vanilla aromatics balanced with red currants, violets, and mulberry fruit. On the palate, the wine is firm and full with a subtle sweetness that gives a rich, plush mouthfeel. Vanilla carries through alongside red currants, dark cherries, and chocolate, while dark berry fruit fills the mid-palate. Soft tannins provide a lingering, satisfying finish.

Named for the 19 crimes that earned British convicts transportation to Australia — a wine that celebrates the rebellious spirit of those who turned exile into opportunity.

• Producer: 19 Crimes, South Australia
• Vintage: Non-Vintage
• Appellation: South Eastern Australia
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Style: Red Wine — Full-Bodied, Rich & Approachable
• Format: 1.5L Magnum (equivalent to 2 standard bottles)
• Tasting Notes: Vanilla, red currant, violet, mulberry, dark cherry, chocolate, dark berry, soft tannins, lingering finish
• Best Paired With: Grilled ribeye, BBQ ribs, lamb chops, aged cheddar, burgers, casual entertaining

Two bottles, one bold statement — 19 Crimes Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum is the benchmark for crowd-pleasing Australian red wine built for the table.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023

James Suckling - 94 Points: "Abundant black-fruit aromas supported by spices, cedar, crushed stones and violets. The medium-bodied palate has a creamy texture and finely tuned, generous tannins with so much purity of fruit. Grown further away from the ocean with a more continental feel. Delicious and early-drinking yet serious. Drink or hold. Screw cap."

Wine Enthusiast - 92 Points: "An excellent intro to this famed Western Australian Cab style, this vintage is, compared to the previous two, on the richer, denser side. Supple dark berry fruit with salt-flecked herbs, seaweed savoriness and a dark chocolate underbelly are woven with powdery, chiseled tannins and tangy blackcurrant acidity. Drink now with plenty of protein or age for several more years."

Wine Spectator - 91 Points: "A generous mix of kirsch, cassis and blackberry flavors is dense and dark, accented by notes of palo santo, tobacco and cardamom. The tannins are dense, and a grace note of malty Assam black tea lingers on the finish, with plenty of harmony and firming tannins. Drink now through 2032."  - MaryAnn Worobiec,

Winemaker Notes

'Son of' the Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon. It carries the structure, power and tannins of classic Cabernet in an earlier drinking, more forward style from fruit sourced from each of the Vasse Felix vineyards.

A remarkably ripe and soft wine. A deep perfume with blackcurrant, blueberry and coffee mocha complexities. Notes of dusty earth and woody perennial herbs mingle with hints of nori, dried forest leaves and wild mushrooms to create an inviting aroma. A light fragrant entrance with blackcurrant, raspberry and potpourri builds to earthy complexities and fine dry dusty tannins which serve to frame the fruit. A comfortable, soft, juicy body and tannin profile finishes the wine fresh and long.

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Opulent aromas of roses, violets and layered spices, ripe berries of every hue. Perfectly formed tannins frame complex fruit flavours across the palate. This wine will age magnificently.

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The winemaking philosophy is that great wine begins in the vineyard. The belief is that sustainable vineyard practices will deliver exceptional fruit quality to the winery as well as real environmental benefits. The focus is on careful site selection, vine maturity, and high input viticulture, with a move towards biological farming principles.

Expert Reviews — Vintage 2023

The Wine Advocate 93+ Points | The 2023 Bin 51 Riesling leads with an austere, searing nose of grilled lime, bath salts, lemon zest, crushed quartz, preserved citrus and pear skin. In the mouth, the wine is fleshy in its way and light on its feet — poised without being heavy or concentrated, with a cleansing, rounded finish.

Wine Spectator 91 Points | Tangy and bright lemon-lime flavors on a sleek frame, with green apple, white pepper and sea salt minerality, plus lingering grapefruit zest. 660 cases imported.

About Bin 51

Penfolds Bin 51 captures the essence of Eden Valley, South Australia — a high-altitude, cool-climate region with worldwide recognition for producing definitive, world-class Riesling. The region's elevation gives the wines great finesse, elegance, and a capacity for long-term cellaring.

The 2023 vintage shows lifted orange blossom and pink lady apple aromatics. The palate brims with blood orange, passionfruit, and lime, balanced by natural zesty lemon acidity. In youth, these wines possess scented floral and citrus aromas with a mineral edge and marked natural acidity that drives the palate texture.

Tasting & Pairings

Grilled lime, lemon zest, crushed quartz, green apple, white pepper, sea salt minerality, and grapefruit zest. Fleshy yet light on its feet with a cleansing, rounded finish. Serve well chilled.

• Seared scallops with citrus beurre blanc — mirrors the wine's lime and mineral notes.
• Thai green papaya salad — the acidity and fruit stand up to chili and lime dressing.
• Fresh oysters or ceviche — classic pairing for high-acid, mineral-driven Riesling.

Winemaker Description 

Red Schooner's new "Red Wine of the World," this red blend is sourced from famed regions of southern Australia, the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale. Consisting of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro with a small amount of Cabernet Sauvignon, Transit 2 is bold yet nuanced, featuring scents and flavors of dark fruit, black pepper, leather and vibrant raspberries. 

A hint of mint stems from the region's native trees. Just like our Red Schooner Malbec from Argentina is known by the "voyage" that produced it, this wine is called a sequential "transit."

Expert Review

The Wine Enthusiast by Joe Czerwinski writes 92 Points | Dark amber in color, this example of classic Muscat is wonderfully balanced between the freshness of youth and the power and complexity of age. Raisin, malt and Guinness stout-like notes meet vibrant orange-zest and honey characters in a sweet, harmonious whole

Producer Description

Complex & layered

Average age 12 years

We affectionately call this the ‘Goldilocks’ tier—it’s just right! Our Classic Muscat is a perfect blend of fresh and older Muscat parcels, this wine offers the best of both worlds. It showcases vibrant, fresh fruit flavours alongside the deeper, richer complexity that comes with extended time in oak.

With notes of Turkish Delight, raisins, walnuts, and dense fruit cake, this tier has a much greater richness and complexity than the Rutherglen tier, hinting at the mature wood-aged characters that will continue to develop as it ages. It’s the ideal middle ground for those who want a balance of youthful fruit and the beginnings of that beautiful, layered depth Muscat is known for.

Stanton & Killeen acknowledges and deeply respects the Bangerang people, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and gather. We honour their Elders—past, present, and emerging—and celebrate the continuation of their cultural, spiritual, and educational practices that have shaped this place for generations.
We are committed to learning, listening, and fostering a future that respects and uplifts all voices.

Memo Pairing Suggestions

The "Classic" Pairings:
    •    Desserts: Sticky date pudding, dark chocolate tart, or pecan pie.
    •    Savory: Strong blue cheeses like Gorgonzola or Roquefort (the salt/sugar contrast is legendary).
    •    Affogato: Pour it directly over high-quality vanilla bean gelato.

Winemaker Description

The Wine Advocate | The 2011 Hickinbotham Grenache is medium garnet-purple in color with an intensely scented nose of black raspberries, black cherries and violets as well as touches of cinnamon stick and rose hips.

Winemaker Description

Opaque, a dark core with a lighter deep red concession on rim. An eruption of fruits. At once lively and expressive, conceding Grange personality yet still not revealing all .... Dark coffee grind, malt and tapenade merge with black earths, almost verging on peat. Mandated V.A and formic notes propel a slurry of dark-skinned berried fruits, flirting with dark liquorice and soy. Oak completely hidden, long since absorbed. Now, back to the glass for a second sniff! Initially the ‘enlivened’ dark fruits of a Christmas pudding or boiled fruitcake mix demand attention. But there’s much more to complement these fruits – impressions of ironstone, graphite, iodine, black ink, and a black pudding viscosity. Formidable, meshed tannins – texturally honeycombed, without the honey! Oak has entwined itself invisible. Yes, every barrel still new, and completion of fermentation off skins in barrel still Grange modus operandi. Integrated, measured ... and clearly more than one sip required to gain an authentic ‘first-impression’. Certainly a wine of its vintage. A Grange of 2015. 

Expert Reviews

100 Point James Suckling | Much anticipated vintage for Grange and it is a powerhouse of concentration and complexity. Aromas of orange and lemon peel to start, then graphite, blackberries, plum paste, black cherries, boundless sweet oak spice, fresh cedar, tar, mahogany, roasted coffee and chocolate - the list goes on. Such complexity. Classic Grange, offering such deep, dark intensity. The palate has immense richness and depth with a super succulent and very long, fleshy, deeply weighted array of dense, velvet-wrapped tannins that run so long. The fruit flavors sit in the blackberry, blood-plum and blueberry zone with succulent, long and assertive structure, carrying through in an utterly seamless mode. The finish is tightly wrenched, in spectacularly powerful style, locking this wine in for a very long haul. Best from 2030.

98 Points Jeb Dunnuck | The flagship 2015 Grange is a monster of wine and one of those rare wines that blends power and elegance perfectly. Revealing a saturated purple color, it’s seemingly more forward and seductive than past great vintages, which I suspect is due to the incredible purity of fruit as well as the wine’s flawless balance than any change in winemaking or stylistic shifts. I also think the acidity is healthy, and the 2015 tips the scales at 14.5% alcohol, which is certainly in the sweet spot, if not tame, for beautifully ripe Syrah these days. A blend of 98% Shiraz and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon that spent 20 months in new American oak hogsheads, it offers an extraordinary perfume of sweet crème de cassis, lead pencil shavings, camphor, Asian spices, licorice, and wildflowers. This is followed by a full-bodied, powerful yet incredibly seamless and elegant Shiraz that has no hard edges, a big, dense mid-palate, ripe tannins, and a great finish. Coming close to rivaling the 1986, which has always been a benchmark vintage of Grange for me, the 2015 offers a more polished, elegant, approachable style. Vintage comparisons aside, this is a legendary example of Grange in the making. The savvy wine lovers out there will give this 7-8 years of bottle age (I’ll probably be out of bottles by then) and enjoy over the following 2-3 decades.

98+ Points Robert Parker | The nose of the 2015 Grange features the wine's characteristic lifted aromas, joined by pronounced American oak influence and bold blackberry fruit, plus hints of red meat, raspberries, asphalt and vanilla. It's dense and concentrated on the palate, full-bodied yet balanced and firm, with a rich, velvety texture and long, plush finish. Don't expect great complexity at this stage—it's much too young to show much more than the primary fruit and oak elements—but this is a Grange that should easily go three or four decades.

97 Points Wine Spectator | Distinctive and powerful, yet still elegant, showing restraint despite the dense and generous flavors. Precise notes of dark chocolate, maraschino cherry, mahogany and toasted coconut complement the core of wild blackberry and blueberry fruit. The tannins are smooth and polished, delivering some tug on the finish, which persists as subtle hints of dried lavender and white pepper linger. Drink now through 2040.

97 Points Wine Enthusiast | This vintage of the famed wine is perhaps its most approachable to date. The nose is open and expressive, with waves of aromas ranging from licorice, currant and plum to baking spice, furniture polish, freshly picked olive, mushroom and vanilla. The mouthfeel is satiny in texture, awash with fruit and spices of all shapes and sizes, all wound by fine tannins. Drink through 2040.