After a typical wet and cold winter, spring brought particularly mild and unstable weather to Lenswood with fogs, rain and numerous hail events, fortunately with no resulting damage. These cold hail blasts delayed flowering, and due to an early Harvest Moon, the growing season became quite compressed, requiring more work in the vineyard with shoot thinning and foliage lifting. A long, dry mild spell from Christmas to Easter provided ideal ripening conditions; allowing tannins to mature, acids ti moderate and depth of flavour to develop. Fruit quality across the board was outstanding, the whites in particular for their purity and balance, which really defined the season after some challenging early conditions. 2018 was a fantastic year for Lenswood, with high natural acidities and excellent varietal character.

Expressive fragrant aromas of ripe fresh berries, raspberry, cherry, rhubarb and strawberries and creamy, with savoury notes of tarragon, lavender, potpourri and rosehip.

Red berry fruits, cherry and rhubarb flavours are supported by a savoury tannin structure arising from some whole mouth-watering, lingering finish by a fine line of integrated acidity together with subtle oak nuances.

Ruby crimson with bright ruby hues.

Matured in 8% new and 92% seasoned French barriques for 10 months prior to blending and bottling.