Vintage 2000 vintage was small and early. Another drought winter, frost at the end of October, poor flower development in spring and the unseasonal cool temperatures in late October/early November led to yields. This was compounded by searing summer temperatures and a large amount of rain at the end of February - 100mm of rain over 24 hours courtesy of a tropical cyclone up north - which caused splitting of fruit, mould infections and subsequent shrivel and raisining.

Sweet and spicy with developed earthy, gamey hints and blackberry, plum, anise aromas, subtle vanilla notes and ferny hints.

Rich with good intensity of fruit and texture across the palate, soft and full with excellent balance, velvety tannins and good length.

Deep crimson with red hues.

Matured in 80% new, 20% used French and American hogsheads for 18 months prior to blending and bottling.

Overall, the whites are delicate with good flavor intensity while the reds are showing great potential for ageing.