Ferngrove

Margaret River

Cabernet Sauvignon

This is such a beautifully expressive cabernet. Blackcurrant and leafy notes on the nose, touches of bay leaf and black olive. And then a palate that is so elegant and refined, reflecting the cooler climes of Frankland, but still with excellent structure, with fine, slightly sinewy tannins and some excellent oak integration. It all supports some vibrant red fruits on...

Frankland River

Shiraz

A worthy follow-up to the trophy-winning '23 vintage. '24 was hot in WA, but good vineyard management in some of these southern areas has resulted in very tidy wines indeed, and this is certainly one of them. Aromas of spicy plum and dark chocolate provide a captivating introduction to a soft, plush and generous wine. It's a brilliant and bright...

Mount Barker

Riesling

This is a really interesting, quite thrilling example of riesling. The feature here is it's had two months on lees, which has allowed it to pick up both texture and complex flavours, evident also on the nose and the high aromatics. Has a mineral, spicy, lemony character on the nose. And then a palate that is so intense, with a...

Frankland River

Riesling

From the very start, this wine has been something special and highly individual. It comes from a specific patch on the Ferngrove estate and produces a wine of incredible linear character. And rather than the high-end florals it has a spicier lemon zest character that dominates on the nose. The palate picks up on that spicy lemony combo and carries...

Frankland River

Chardonnay

Most attractive current drinking and short-term chardonnay, capturing the fruit intensity you expect from the Great Southern. Butterscotch savouriness on the nose, a little dab of lemon meringue, and some slightly nutty cashew-like characters. The palate is intense, with a fine line of chalky acidity highlighting its linear feel. Yet there is texture here with some slightly mealy stone fruit...

Frankland River

Pinot Grigio

A lovely, pure, crunchy, vibrant pinot grigio capturing the lifted florals and citrusy cut pear characters on the nose. And then on the palate, a lovely racy feel with lifted pear and nectarine flavours, and a little of the fairly typical apple crumble nuance. It's a zippy little wine, ideal for current drinking.

Great Southern

Tempranillo

An impressive follow-up to the acclaimed 2023 vintage. It captures much of the same character, with a little more tannin grip and palate weight evident. Plush dark berry fruits and a juicy, almost creamy texture define the palate. Vibrant and energetic, this is ideal for drinking in the medium to long term while the primary fruit remains lively.

Great Southern

Shiraz

From block 11, the best shiraz block on the property, producing low yields of fruit with tremendous colour and depth. A great year has resulted in a wine that perfectly expresses Frankland shiraz. Bright in the glass with purple and crimson hues, the nose offers a compelling mix of spicy African violet and lifted red fruit. The palate is vibrant...

Great Southern

Malbec

Malbec is clearly well suited to Frankland, and this wine has been a consistent winner for Ferngrove. The nose is immediately striking with red fruits, a touch of vanilla essence and blue-fruited mulberry notes. The palate is soft and supple with a generous plumpness, yet supported by fine chalky tannins. A light cedary touch adds complexity to the finish, and...

Great Southern

Cabernet Sauvignon

A thoroughly delightful cabernet from Frankland. The nose shows a compelling mix of black, red and even blue fruits with hints of black olive and bay leaf — classically cabernet. The palate is medium-bodied, typical of the region, with beautifully subtle flavours working neatly with fine minerally tannins and well-judged oak. Blackcurrant, bay leaf and a hint of oyster shell...

Great Southern

Shiraz

A stylish and expressive blend from this excellent vintage. Predominantly cabernet (60%) with shiraz (30%) and malbec (10%). Fermented in small open fermenters and matured with about 40% new oak. The fruit–oak balance is impeccable, creating a seamless, intricately woven palate that drives effortlessly to a long finish. Plummy, savoury blackcurrant with dried herb complexity. The palate shows the perfect...

Great Southern

Chardonnay

A small production wine sourced from a single block. Whole bunch pressed, then matured in French oak puncheons. The aroma shows lemon curd and brioche with a fine citrusy, lightly grapefruit edge. The palate is beautifully textured and finely integrated, with an elegant balance of oak and fruit. One of the most promising wines yet from Ferngrove and a strong...

Great Southern

Riesling

There have been some marvellous rieslings from this small vineyard in the Great Southern. This one shows the typical restraint and spiciness with a deceptive build-up of intensity on the palate. Distinctive lemon zest and spice on the nose, and a fine, delicate palate with precise acidity. Drinking beautifully now, yet with the inherent qualities to handle extended cellaring.

Great Southern

Chardonnay

Wondrous things happen when you leave a sparkling wine for an extended time on lees. In this case, a 100% chardonnay sparkling wine has been turned into a beautiful expression of the style and the variety. It's just starting to show some influence from time on lees with a slightly toasty character emerging, but it’s still driven by considerable primary...

Great Southern

Chardonnay

One of the best examples of this wine I have seen. There is a beautifully crunchy mineral purity that strikes immediately. The nose is a mix of light citrus and sea spray. It's engaging. Then the fine and delicate palate really hits the mark. A linear yet intense flavour combo extends precisely to a long finish.

Great Southern

Shiraz

A most pretty and eminently drinkable shiraz. Sweet dark plum and blackberry fruits merge on the nose and palate. The palate is plush with a smooth richness and textural mouth feel. The tight chalky tannins and that regional rusty nail factor come together to deliver the finish.

Great Southern

Malbec

The 2021 was very good, but this one is so much the improved version. Vintage has played a big part. It captures everything you want in this variety, and then some. Vibrant juicy red fruits with a little rhubarb pie for a finishing dessert. BlackBerry and juicy plum bring further interest into the palate. The tannins are firm and chalky...