Rowlee’s vineyard was planted over 20 years ago by Nik and Deonne Samodol in the high-elevation (950m) cool climate of Orange. Their daughter, Nicole Samodol, and her partner James Manny ‘combine European wine growing heritage with New World practices. This is a Gold, 95pt Single Vineyard Fumé Blanc from Orange. Fumé Blanc means ‘smoked white’ – and suggests that the Sauvignon was at least in part exposed to oak to lend it a somewhat smoky flavour and greater texture. and a portion of this was fermented in French Oak. Shanteh Wale in The Halliday Wine Companion calls it: "poised and fruit-laden... moreish and decadent, bright and energetic" and gives it a whopping 95pts and a star for special value. Sam Kim praises its "... beautifully pitched acidity. Harmonious and structured..." and Jeni Port, Winepilot adds that it has: “…just enough cut and bite of acidity to finish with a real snap of freshness”. (Jeni Port, Winepilot).

Rowlee are one of the new guard of high quality, small volume producers that are redefining the modern day wine scene in Orange. Pale and bright. Lemon blossom, musk, pear, pink apple and almond. Bright, fresh and pure, with an elegant mix of white and yellow fruit, silken texture, crunchy acidity and some faint herb and grilled nut characters to finish.

A wine that wowed our Tasting Panel when assessed, from boutique producer Mayfield Vineyard in Orange. Power and refinement, a superb wine.Opalescent green straw. Energetic nectarine and pineapple with alluring notes of struck match, flint and nougat. Rich, ripe and velvety, with an even mix of melon and fig, notes of white cheese and wood smoke, mouth-watering acidity, and balanced oak.

Rowlee’s vineyard was planted over 20 years ago by Nik and Deonne Samodol in the high-elevation (950m) cool climate of Orange. Their daughter, Nicole Samodol, and her partner James Manny ‘combine European wine growing heritage with New World practices. This Chardonnay has subtle lemon and grapefruit citrus with underlying nougat and cashew notes.

The Philip Shaw No.11 Chardonnay is produced from high altitude vineyards in a region firmly claiming its rightful place at the table of great Chardonnay regions, Orange of NSW. A brilliant combination of flavours of citrus and honey dew and a great sense of minerality with a firm focus on low crops and supreme site selection.

This exciting and refined wine is the first Reserve vintage from our high altitude vineyards and should be reserved for your next special occasion or celebration. Tasting Notes Mid-deep red. Blackcurrant aromas with good intensity. Initial liquorice undertones. A little leafiness lifts the nose. Mid to full body. Strong Cabernet flavours – dark and red berries. Finishes with firm tannins and good length.

Colour: Garnet with vibrant dark purple and brick brown hues.Nose: Delicate hints of dark berrys and dark cocoa with undertones of clove and oriental spice resulting in hints of smoky, almond and earthy characters from oak maturation.Palate: Soft mouth entry and acidity herald rich, fruity mid-palate fruit, flavours of currant, and fine tannin. The finish is dry, with subtle sour cherry flavours.Sulphites Added 14.4% Alc/Vol

A hot dry vintage produced Cabernet grapes that were too ripe and concentrated to make table wine. The wine was fortified on skins to extract maximum colour and flavour. The wines colour is a deep brick red with fresh purple tints. It has a rich fruity Cabernet bouquet with mature grape flavours, complexed with very old fine brandy spirit used in the fortification. A true vintage port style, it is a wine of high viscosity, luscious, rich, and full flavoured, and perfectly balanced by a slightly dry tannin finish. The great length of complex flavours highlight the integration of fruit character and brandy spirit esters and oils.

The Ridge of Tears Orange Riesling has a perfume of orange blossom, lime leaf, lavender, mandarin peel and wet stone. The sleek palate has a seamless flow with flavours of lime cordial, red apple and ginger before a bright, long finish.

In the glass: Pale lemon straw.On the nose: Lifted pear and lime juice with a touch of granny smith.On the palate: Tight, dry and savoury with a crisp frame of acidity and a ripe core of white fruit flavours and a crunchy finish. A very appealing example of the Pinot Grigio style.