The non irrigated Chardonnay grapes reached full ripeness early in March before the burst of hot weather. Pale straw in colour, the nose of this wine exhibits ripe peach characters which flow onto the palate. The richness of ripe Chardonnay characters is balanced on the palate by the subtle use of French oak. This wine shows complexity of fruit flavours with gentle oak handling aiding to the finesse of the wine.

SUGGESTED FOODS: An ideal accompaniment to seafood.

CELLARING POTENTIAL: Now or within 2 years.

2008 BOWEN ESTATE Chardonnay is sold out.

Severe frosts throughout October 2006 saw the Spring growth in our vineyard adversely affected and as a result yields were significantly reduced. For the first time in our 32 year history we bought grapes from vineyards nearby to supplement our production.
The new year brought fine weather conditions to produce and ripen excellent quality fruit from a low yielding year. Classic fruit definition was achieved in both the Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Deep red in colour. The colour exhibits rich cherry and spice notes. Seductive spicy Shiraz fruit richness on the palate gives way to a fine tannin structure. This well rounded wine shows great medium palate weight with the length strengthened by the use of American oak.

SUGGESTED FOODS: Roast lamb, rich stews and mature cheddar.

CELLARING POTENTIAL: 5-7 years.

Intense dark red in colour. Richness of Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon characters leap out of the glass indicating the complexity of the wine. Intense dark berry fruit characters linger on the palate with complimentary wood tannins aiding the fullness of structure. A wine of great richness, that is enhanced by fine French oak nuances.

SUGGESTED FOODS: Roast beef, all game dishes, aged cheeses.

CELLARING POTENTIAL: 5-7 years.