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The marvelous S1 block is a sheltered, relatively warm site within the splendid vistas of Seaview Vineyard, on a north facing plateau at 160m above sea level, refreshed by maritime winds that blow in from the Cludy Bay coast. Fruit is crushed and destemmed, chilled and gently pressed, the clearest juices are racked off for a long, cool ferment to capture the full opulence of S1 vineyard grapes on the vine. Yealands Estate» |
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A vineyard of some historical import, Bernoota is the original block, planted to the Follett family homestead along the banks of River Bremer, two decades before federation. A splendid construct of Langhorne Creek Shiraz Cabernet, selected from old vines around the distinguished Follett family vineyard, perennially released to resounding accolades. Lake Breeze» |
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The Moppa district was a flourishing settlement of pioneering farmers and gold miners. When the Kalleske vineyard was established in 1853, there were few schools in the region, so local parents established the Moppa Public School to provide their children with a formal education. Kalleske» |
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Originally planted during early settlement, the sandy loam soils of Haan Vineyard yield an outstanding quality of Shiraz. Fortuitously positioned along the hallowed mile of Siegersdorf Road, mid way between the ancient winegrowing hamlets of Angaston and Tanunda, the heirloom parcels once known as Hanenhof, have claimed significant trophies at the prestigious London International. Haan» |
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Characterized by its controlled power, elegance and finesse, a very special Pyrenees wine which redefines the great Cabernet virtues of stature, structure and length. The inaugural release claimed Gold and Best Wine ahead of two timeless Bordeaux icons, Chateau Mouton Rothschild and Cos d'Estournel. Taltarni» |
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Earnscleugh Valley was the site of a gold rush in the 1860s, the industrious miners dug a watercourse through the valley which today serves to nourish the world's southernmost appellation of Pinot Noir. The Last Chance is a small scenic terrace, planted to a special Burgundy clone of Pinot Noir which yields a magnificently structured, generously proportioned wine. Two Paddocks» |
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Only the best vintages are selected for the Premium Rare Old Muscat, all releases win significant awards at major international competitions. In blending, a range of vintages are used, the older wines giving intensely concentrated luscious flavours and aged complexity and the younger wines imparting the fresh fruit character. Morris» |
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Charles Cimicky was inspired by his father to take over the reins at the family estate, that's when the good wines started turning into awesome wines. Today, Cimicky is one of the most meticulous winemakers in South Australia. Charles Cimicky» |
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Bedecked with gold medals, significant trophies and countless five star commendations. Clonakilla is a wine that's ultimately determined in the vineyard, where hard work is required to open up the vine leaf canopies, limiting yields and encouraging vines to make grapes with riper flavour profiles. Clonakilla» |
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David O'Leary really knows about things Cabernet Sauvignon, having claimed a Jimmy Watson Trophy and twice International Red Wine Maker of the Year. From low yielding vines up to fifty years of age, grown to superior sites within the Armagh Valley and Polish Hill River districts, the O'Leary Walker team create a powerful and complex, exquisitely perfumed and seamlessly layered Cabernet Sauvignon, framed by judicious oak and supported by graceful tannins, reflecting the idyllic growing climes of Valley Clare. OLeary Walker» |
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Grove Estate became the go to vineyard for esteemed national brands on the hunt for stellar quality Hilltops Shiraz, some very choice parcels of Grove Estate found their way into the winner of the Finest Australian Shiraz Trophy. Immediately identified by early settlers who planted vineyards and made great wine, the Hilltops are renowned for a unique confluence of superior winegrowing aspects. Grove Estate» |
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There are two superb high altitude sites in Carey Gully and Piccadilly Valley, which yield an extraordinary quality of Sauvignon Blanc. Knappstein take the top cut of each harvest, crushing the fruit for a long cool vinification, treating a batch to the added richness of oak barrel ferments for texture, complexity and weight. Riposte» |
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About Twinwoods - the Winery
Twinwoods
The Twinwoods Estate Vineyard is located on the south eastern catchment of Wilyabrup creek in the locality of Cowaramup
Thirty kilometres north of Margaret River township, regarded as the prime growing area for Cabernet Sauvignon, six superior acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and six of Shiraz were established in the early 1990s. Nine more acres of Cabernet Vineyard followed, more land has since been set aside for future planting. The vineyard is managed to principles of minimal chemical inputs, without the use of any mineral fertilisers. Irrigation from the estate dam is only called upon when conditions dictate that the vines need some supplementary water. Production is limited to 3 red wines made from Estate grown grapes including the flagship Optivus. The focus is Cabernet Sauvignon with the production of an Estate wine, made to reflect the location, in a style which is elegant, great palate texture and length. The wine is made in a style which allows it to be consumed while still young, while also offering the capacity to age.
Twinwoods Shiraz is planted on a portion of the vineyard which is slightly more protected and slightly cooler, this site in combination with the clones which were selected, produce a more elegant style Shiraz which has pepper, clove and olive aromatics and with a soft textured palate. Twinwoods Chardonnay comes from vineyards planted near the township of Margaret River which is cooler and therefore better suited to the variety. The vineyard is planted to the clone known as Mendoza which is recognised as giving the most complex and complete flavour profile. All the wines are matured in French oak Chateau Ferre barriques for 15 to 18 months, during which period it is subjected to three or four rackings. The amount of new oak used is determined by the structure of each vintage and ranges from 45 to 100%
Twinwoods were born out of time spent working alongside Brian Croser to help put the finishing touches on the nascent Petaluma wineworks in Piccadilly Valley. A few more years at the University of Adelaide and Charles Sturt completed the career transition to winemaking. After a few intense years amongst the grand old vineyards of Europe, a fruitful partnership in 2005 between winemaker Aldo Bratovic and Gavin Jones of Jebsen Fine Wines, lead to the establishment of Twinwoods Estate in Margaret River. Throughout 35 years of a distinguished career in the wine industry, Twinwoods can be proud of service as senior wine judge in significant Australian and International wine competitions, councillor Australian Wine Export Council, Chairman Japan Exports Committee, President of The Adelaide Hills Wine region, export judge Australian Wine and Brandy compliance section.
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