Vintage

A very early start to the Hunter vintage in 2024, influenced indeed by an early Easter. Early frosts were countered by well-timed rain and a warm festive season promoted a great vintage in the Hunter. Crop levels were down but we have great flavour concentration across the board from all of our vineyards.

Vineyard

Murphy’s Vineyard is located on Wilderness Road in Lovedale. Planted in 1966, this beautiful vineyard is approx. 62 acres of flat land comprising arguably some of the best Old Vine Semillon in the district. With sandy loam soils the vineyard is bordered on the northern side by Black Creek and consistently produces great Semillon every year. We were fortunate enough to be able to purchase a small allocation of this fruit out of the 2024 Vintage.

Winemaking

Machine harvested in the cool of night, delivered immediately to the winery where it was crushed, destemmed and cold settled. Fermentation was temperature controlled and the wine was prepped at the earliest possible convenience to be
bottled.

Tasting Notes

Lemongrass and life leaf fill the senses as punchy citrus fruits accompany the precession. Salivating acidity balances perfectly through a persistent palate drive and length. Drink now or cellar gracefully for 8-10 years.