Apis Gewurztraminer 2018

Grown at the Drumborg Vineyard in Western Victoria, and made at Crawford by Belinda Thomson.

'A sense of precision, often lost in gewurztraminer, though there’s plenty of ‘classic fruit characters’ including rose water, pot pourri, ripe stone fruit and jasmine-like floral characters. Though it’s quite bold in perfume, flavours are compact and inward, exceptionally long and hemmed with a fine powdery texture despite the light juiciness that makes this wine lively and extra drinkable. A charming, flowery, pretty thing indeed. … more

Country: Australia
Region: Henty

Apis Red Blend 2018

Grown at Crawford River in Western Victoria, and made by the Crawford winemaker - Belinda Thomson.

Country: Australia
Region: Henty

Crawford River 'Beta' 2015

60% Sauvignon Blanc & 40% Semillon

Macadamia nut, river stone and hints of delicate lime are the invitation to this delicious wine. A wonderful, fresh opulence is present on the front palate, at once counteracted by a taut, mineral quality and supple, textural layers, enhanced by lees and oak. It shows terrific balance, defined by seamless natural acid, deft use of oak and superbly integrated lees treatment, all of which lend terrific drinkability and potential for cellaring. The lovely line … more

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River
Region: Henty

Crawford River Cabernet Franc 2016

Only the second release of this wine by winemaker Belinda Thomson.

"Aside it being insanely drinkable, it shows a metered, even, quiet control and finesse. There’s ripe, almost jubey berry fruitiness under the twigs and sprigs of dried and fresh green herbs. It’s almost sinewy in texture, lean as, but flavoursome as, and shows a good bite of crisp tannin to close. Perfume is just that, perfumed; a beautiful volume of scent here. Those who like finer, lighter, but structured … more

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty

Crawford River Cabernet Merlot 2014

70% Cabernet Sauvignon / 30% Cabernet Franc & Merlot. Screwcap.

Black cherry and red fruits introduce this bright, fresh wine. These notes follow on the palate, mingled with dark berry overtones, bay leaf and spice. Soft, integrated wood tannins couple with firm fruit tannin, enhancing the layered spice and complexity. Round and generous.

1 year in French Oak. - Winemaker, Belinda Thomson

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty

Crawford River Cabernet Merlot 2015

70% Cabernet Sauvignon / 30% Cabernet Franc & Merlot. Screwcap.

A rich, spiced nose portrays the concentration of the 2015 vintage. Black fruits tend to dominate on both the nose and front palate, rather than the usual red spectrum - though both are present. The palate shows dense fruit weight, with black cherry and blackberry together with undertones of allspice. Supple tannins give added structure to the intense palate while the natural acidity aids freshness and length, making this wine … more

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty

Crawford River Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

This wine displays a fabulous amalgam of bright black and red fruits. Cassia bark and liquorice notes are seen as the first aromas and carry on throughout the palate, together with dark chocolate and spice elements. Subtle oak sits together with firm, fine tannin and more spice, which combine to create a layered, complex palate.

"As usual, each individual block was separately picked and fermented in open fermenters. De-stemmed only. 5-7 day cold soak was carried out prior to fermentation … more

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty

Crawford River Reserve Riesling 2006

The Reserve Riesling was first produced in 1999, and is crafted from hand selected fruit from a small section of the vineyard planted in 1975. It is not made every year and most of the production is cellared immediately after bottling, for release as an aged wine.

"Improbably, has even more intensity than the varietal, yet light on its feet; exceptional length." 97/100. Drink by 2026. James Halliday, Tasted July 2009.

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty

Crawford River Riesling 2011 - Museum Release

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty

Crawford River Riesling 2012 - Museum Release

Re-released in 2019

"As seems often to be the case with our Museum releases, this wine belies its age. Still tinged with youthful green elements, the wine is incredibly fresh and bright for its years. Delicate blossom and citrus edges fill the nose, together with a distinct wet stone/mineral quality and white stone fruit. More citrus follows on the palate, with notes of custard apple and honeydew melon throughout. The beautifully integrated acid is soft yet present, creating balance and … more

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty