The 2010 Adelaide Hills vintage received above average winter rainfall. A two-week heat wave experienced across South Australia in November had less impact on the vines in the Adelaide Hills, as it was less severe and occurred pre-flowering. Rain continued through until midsummer and was recorded as one of the wettest seasons for many years.

Enticing, complex aromas of dark, briary wild fruits, mulberries and red currants entwine with spicy forest herbs, beef stock and chocolate.

The palate is powerful, commanding attention to the rich layers of black fruits, mulberry, violets and spices, while the sophisticated, fine-grained tannins carry the wine to the very back of the palate for a long and smooth finish.

Deep crimson in colour.

Matured in 75% new and 25% seasoned French hogsheads for 18 months prior to blending and bottling.

Like Eden Valley, the vintage in the Hills was a week earlier than 2009. Powdery mildew was more prevalent due to the very humid conditions experienced throughout the summer, which was a good test for the organic and biodynamic strategies. The earlier vintage without the extremes in temperature produced high quality fruit with great flavour and fine acids, but did affect the quantity with average yields.