96 POINTS - Halliday Wines 
"From a south-facing slope planted in 2002, with the Gingin clone sourced from Margaret River. These are exciting times at TarraWarra, with Sarah Fagan taking hold of the winemaking reins from '24. A touch richer than the new Swallowfield chardonnay. Attractive aromas of just-ripened apricots, white peach and lightly grilled cashew lead onto the gently textured, saline and beautifully balanced palate. I like the grip and intensity on the finish, too. While delicious now, this will continue to evolve and open up."

Vibrant ruby red hue. The wine opens with aromas of wild strawberries, red cherries and violets. There’s some red rose petal notes also, giving more intensity to the perfume. Expressive flavours of pomegranate, sour cherry and sarsaparilla offer brightness and sweet fruit expressions. The tannins are silky yet persistent, offering a fine chalky grip that provides structure without overshadowing the fruit. This wine is graceful, detailed and exacting in its balance. Will drink well now and will continue to develop further complexity over the next 5-10 years.