The fruit comes from the Brown Brothers Heathcote vineyards and possesses that unmistakable earthy aroma. A few sips of this just reaffirmed why I have a secret love affair with Heathcote.
Full bodied, the wine also delivers generous flavours of plums and a slight minty edge. There was a dash of spice in there but the wonderful smoothness was the treat.
Perfect for a cold night and hearty meal, it's a great wine for the price and will cellar for at least ten years.
If you feel the need to stray from the ever popular Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, you may be pleasantly surprised with a Durif.
Cellar door or online only.
Who: Brown Brothers
What: Durif (14.5% alc)
Where: Heathcote
When: 2010
How: $21