There's some loud and proud fruit in this Yarra Chard. The wine is very light—almost clear—in color, with intense citrus and stone fruit flavors on the palate. Finishes medium-long with fresh herb and sweet talc powder. A classy, feminine, slinky wine. You want a plump, tropical model? Look elsewhere.
— D.T.
(12/31/2004)
Meaty yet floral at the same time, with distinct stone fruit notes mingling with darker plum and black cherry flavors. Medium- to full-bodied, with soft tannins, but crisp acids that define the wine’s structure. Drink now.
— W.E.
(12/15/2005)
Toasty and nutty, this shows less obvious, more understated fruit than the regular bottling, but more richness and texture. Despite the oak upfront, the finish shines with crisp, citrusy fruit. Drink now–2010, maybe longer.
— J.C.
(3/1/2008)
Big black and red fruit aromas have a barbecued smokiness. On the palate, mixed plums rest on a pillow of bread flour. Unfolds to juicy, ripe fruit on the finish, the floury texture holding on until the end. Very nice.
— D.T.
(12/31/2004)
Soft and silky, this is an approachable Shiraz meant for early consumption. Cola, plum, cherry and blackberry flavors provide plenty of interest, while the finish adds hints of peppery spice.
— W.E.
(12/15/2005)
A bit fuller and richer than the regular Chardonnay, with nutty, spicy aromas and flavors of whie peaches and citrus. Long, with a toasty-nutty aftertaste that lingers elegantly on the finish.
— W.E.
(12/15/2005)
Shows good complexity in its spice-driven aromas and earthy flavors, but also the slightest hint of raisining to the brambly, blackberry-inflected fruit. Has plenty of size and structure, ending with dusty tannins on the long finish. Try 2008–2015.
— J.C.
(5/1/2007)
Unlike the regular Green Point Shiraz, this is sourced entirely from within the Yarra Valley, yielding a peppery, raspberry-scented wine with soft tannins and a creamy texture that still shows crisp acids and plenty of spice on the finish. Drink now–2012.
— J.C.
(3/1/2008)