2023 Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier

96 Points - James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com

“Lifted, perfumed and complex aromas of damson plums, sandalwood, cocoa, rose hips and dark cherries. The palate is lush with a full-bodied mouthfeel, finely integrated tannins and bright acidity, giving notes of wild blackberries, baking spices, wet stones and orange rind. Exceptional balance of finesse and power. Drink or hold. Screw cap.”

96 Points - Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front

“The finesse of this release. The fragrance too, which leads to a palate where just enough, feels like extra. It's buoyant, juicy and perfumed, with a wild party of spice notes flying through the wine like confetti. The fruit flavours have a water-colour aspect; the texture coats the flavour in satin. What's special in this 2023 release is the web of tannin, as dewy as it is strong. It's a masterpiece of twigs, nuts and strings. Orchestral. Spellbinding. (Drink between 2025-2040)”

95 Points - James Halliday, Wine Companion

“The flagship is in fine form from this cool vintage, rendering it elegant and quite exotic. Plus, 22% whole bunches in the ferment make an impact. It's a touch sappy yet laden with heady aromatics - all florals with a dusting of Middle Eastern spices such as sumac. Super peppery. The mid-weighted palate is tight and a touch lean with red fruit accents, bright acidity and fine if plentiful tannins. Lovely and enticing; light and ethereal, deceptive. Closure: Screw cap. 13% alcohol. (Drink by 2035)”

93 Points - Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com

“Mid garnet. Subtle. It builds towards a pretty impressive, if very dry, finish. (Drink between 2026-2032) (Original score: 16.5+/20)”