The Le Fauve wines allow Kiwi winemaker PJ Charteris to roam free with his twin heartlands of the Hunter Valley and Central Otago. The addition of Shiraz to the Tempranillo and Pinot Noir creates a wine of approachability on an almost intoxicating level.
Originating from France, Petit Verdot is a late ripening variety that suits Australia’s dry, sunny climate perfectly. Although it has long been used as a blending component, it is increasingly being given the chance show its true colours as a varietal wine.
From old vines in the Broke region, this is an excellent example of an early drinking style. It displays plenty of vibrant fruit with soft tannins adding length for a silky finish.
It took an amazing vintage to produce the first ever Little Gem Tempranillo. In 2018 the warm, dry conditions producing berries with intense ripe flavours. Voluptuous layers of fruit and oak make this an intense, delicious wine.
This release is all about vibrant red fruit deliciousness. An elegant, early drinking style that shows just how versatile the Tempranillo variety is in the Hunter Valley.
A classic Hunter Shiraz, with plenty of medium-bodied, berry fruit appeal. Jubey and fresh with expressive aromas of red and black fruit, crushed red petals and pink peppercorn.
A side gig for winemaker Brendan 'Kaz' Kaczorowski, this label was born of a desire to work with an exceptional parcel of fruit from one of the Hunter Valleys most iconic vineyards. Medium bodied and an absolute cracker.
Drawing fruit from low-yielding, older vineyards in Pokolbin all expressing different qualities. Combined, they fit into one another beautifully and find an easy cohesiveness.
This blend was pioneered in the Hunter Valley in the early part of last century and is currently enjoying a welcome renaissance. Elegantly structured, the blend provides a wonderful complexity with the rich earthy tones of Hunter Valley Shiraz with the vibrancy of Pinot Noir.
