Eshcol Red, Trefethen Family Vineyards 2021

Aromas of vanilla, cracked black pepper and dark damson fruit. On the palate this wine is round and fleshy, beautifully balanced and packed full with robust red fruit flavours and a lick of oak.

Syrah from Lodi is a bit of an oddity. This one comes from a 16-acre vineyard planted in ’94, when Steve and Lori Felton switched from contract grape growing to winemaking. They named it after their daughter, who, aged nine, declared she’d be the one to look after it. Big and bold, it’s less aggressive than a Barossa Shiraz (despite its 15.2% ABV), sharing the same rich, extracted fruit but with a smoother mouthfeel and silky finish. Though recent vintages have been scooping up medals, Lodi Syrah still hasn’t caught on in the US—so for once we benefit from American ignorance and can offer it well below its true worth. Enjoy

Liberty School Chardonnay is sourced from key vineyard sites along California's Central Coast. Our vineyards in Paicines and Paso Robles give body and richness to the wine, while vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands add elegance, acidity and a tropical character. Santa Barbara County and Santa Maria Valley vineyards contribute roundness, making for a well-balanced Chardonnay with excellent varietal expression.

Beautiful pale gold. On the nose fresh aromas of lemon peel and pear are accented by notes of caramel that add a touch of richness. Bright stone fruit flavours of apricot and nectarine are balanced with a splash of citrus and creamy vanilla undertones, adding a silky texture to the wine.

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