2026 Great Australian GSM Challenge
Gold Medal winner
We have always said that McLaren Vale produces the best GSM in Australia and this score certainly backs up that claim. We love this iteration of our GSM and seemingly the judges of the Great Australian GSM Challenge do to. Ranking 3rd in the field of great wines our GSM was scored at 95 points and awarded a gold medal at the show. The winning wine was one point higher at 96 points.
In the words of Stuart Know of the Real Review - “The palate is big, rich and generous on entry, with ripe mulberry, blueberry compote, dark chocolate and vanilla notes all in abundance.”
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Gold Medal Winner (95 pts) - The 2026 Great Australian GSM Challenge
A Classic Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvedre blend of fruit sourced from old McLaren Vale vines ensures great intensity of flavours and a long dry finish.
The light soils of the Blewitt Springs sub region of McLaren Vale are renowned for the production of great quality Grenache and this wine is no exception. The grapes have been sourced from a single vineyard of old bush vines to ensure great intensity of flavour and a sense of place. The nose is fragrant and complex. A captivating dustiness provides the backdrop to an array of aromas. Hints of violets, strawberries, herbs and spices are all evident. The palate is medium bodied with soft tannins that linger for a long finish.
A blend of 80% Sangiovese and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. The nose is slightly perfumed and intriguing. Subtle hints of almond blossoms, cherries and cinnamon are intermingled against a savoury back drop. The palate is medium bodied with dusty tannins leading to a long dry finish.
Our best Rosé yet. Minimal skin contact has resulted in a wine that is a gorgeous pale pink hue. The nose is fragrant with hints of rose petals, boiled lollies, strawberries and whipped cream! The palate is medium bodied with a soft finish and just a hint of sweetness on the back palate.
A warm year has produced another great shiraz. The nose is powerfully fragrant. Dark fruits (blackberries and plums) are at the fore with hints of dark chocolate and pepper. The palate is full bodied, rich and lush. Soft tannins lead to a warm, dry finish. Ready to drink now, this wine will benefit from 20 plus years in the cellar.
A Classic Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvedre blend of fruit sourced from old McLaren Vale vines ensures great intensity of flavours and a long dry finish.
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