Wine Reviews /
Even Keel /
2023 Heathcote Reserve Shiraz
Review
“Ink-black core to a deep purple rim. Plum, smoked beef and black olive aromatics. Ripe and powerful purple and blue fruits fill the core. Rich and dense as that fruit rolls along with tangents of black pepper, liquorice and slate minerals all adding character and interest. A firm grip of ripe tannins ensures that weight remains in balance, carrying the entire palate incredibly long and ensuring a bone-dry finish. Will build further complexity as it ages, and it will age for many years to come” – 95 pts Huon Hooke, The Real Review
Even Keel /
2023 Even Keel Heathcote Shiraz
Review
“The nose is floral and deeply scented, with dark fruit aromas of mulberries, boysenberries, violets and ferric earth. The palate is full-bodied with finely integrated tannins and balanced acidity, giving notes of blackcurrants, mocha, tobacco leaves, graphite and dried herbs. Supple, fresh and velvety tannins. Drink or hold”. 93/100, Ryan Montgomery – James Suckling
Even Keel /
2023 Even Keel Tumbarumba Chardonnay
Review
“The nose is refined and mineral-driven, with notes of orange blossoms, preserved lemons and flint. The palate is very tightly wound, with a medium-bodied mouthfeel and piercing acidity, giving notes of grapefruit pith, shortbread and lemon balm. From two vineyards sitting at 500 meters and 700 meters. Drink or hold. Screw cap”.– 93/100, Ryan Montgomery – James Suckling
“Sourced from Tumbarumba in NSW, this charismatic Chardonnay speaks of the cool vibes and chilled swagger of its maker Sam Coverdale. Lemon juice and white fleshed stonefruit reign supreme with a lemon sherbet tang knocking everything into place. Some almonds, cashews, a fine vanilla oak detail and a harmonious ginger spice build length and interest with a subtle ribbon of minerality. It’s not a showy wine nor is it seriously complex yet it carries itself with great pride. In all, it’s a fabulous wine to share and it calls for weekend chills and then some. Great stuff.” – 92/100, Steve Leszczynski – Q Wines