93 points
""Has a strong varietal black fruit base (expected) and an overlay of dark chocolate (unexpected); the overall mouthfeel and balance is good, the tannin structure especially so. Screwcap. 93 points." (James Halliday;s Australian Wine Companion)Fresh, clean, berry notes with a slight hint of mint on the bouquet lead through to a a dramatic whirlpool of rich Cabernet flavours - blackcurrants, cassis together with nuances of plums, violets and leather. The length and persistence of the flavours is remarkable, aided by superfine tannins, leading into a finish that is mouthwatering good. A great Barossa Cabernet that will age superbly.

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The elegant bouque features beautiful aromas of lime and lilac, which lead into a palate that is crisp, full with firm flavours of lime and citrus with great length. The finish is firm and tight, with good length. A seriously good food wine. Only 44 cases produced

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93 POINTS
"Very good colour for the blend; the three varieties were co-fermented and the result is a richly fruited medium-bodied palate with good structure to back up the fruit. from bush-pruned , dry grown vines. Screwcap. 93 points" James Halliday's Australian Wine CompanionMSG is good for You!
A classic Barossa blend from maestro Bob McLean. His vineyard, perched high in the hills above the Barossa Valley and right next to the Eden Valley border, produces rich fruit with a finesse that comes from the altitude of the vineyard.
The three Barossa siblings, Mataro, Shiraz and Grenache were picked and co-fermented to maximise the earthy flavours of the vineyard. Like many wines bottles under screw cap to ensure freshness, the real vibrancy is released when decanted. This wine is just the "second edition" fruits of Bob's labour. They are true descriptions of the soil and identify the concentration of colour and depth of flavors we are to experience from this very special vineyard for many generations to come.
Only 120 cases produced

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Oz Clarke's 250 Best Wines 2008
"Bob McLean is a big, beefy fellow, generous and jovial, and I thought this Chardonnay would reflect his big, bluff style. But Bob is also a keen observer of the tides that sweep wine styles back and forth, and he knows that we like our Chardonnays a little more subtle nowadays. So, despite the fruit coming from Kalimna this is gentle, scented with peach blossom, flavoured with apple and melon flesh. I'd almost say it was feminine, but Bob knows where I live. He'd never let me get away with it."
Oz Clarke
The fruit for this wine was sourced from a single vineyard in the Kalimna region of the Barossa Valley. The grapes were hand picked, with only the best fruit selected. After crushing, and a slow cool fermentation, the lees were added back and continually stirred in order to build structure and mouth feel. This is a beautifully balanced, fruit charged wine that is drinking superbly.


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