Apis Red Blend 2018

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

Country: Australia
Region: Henty

Belinda Thomson Sea Party Sauvignon Semillon 2018

Note: Our last dozen is under screwcap, not cork as pictured.

A one-off, stunning wine, from Belinda Thomson (of Crawford River Wines fame).

Totally natural, barrel fermented Sauvignon Blanc & Semillon, aged on lees in long cigar barrels for added texture. The wine developed a flor yeast for about 10 months in barrel, which Belinda carefully encouraged, without oxidising the wine too much. So it's not your run of the mill (and alas all too often volitile) natural wine, rather … more

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 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 Merlot 2016

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 2013

"Rich, black fruit notes and spice underpin the nose of this wine. Underlying this, there are liquorice elements together with dense black cherry and cassis. The palate provides fabulous, fine tannins throughout. Chalky texture and robust structure lend generous palate weight, while balanced, all-natural acidity assists with palate length and freshness. This wine, while a pleasure to drink now, will surely benefit from some years in bottle." Belinda Thomson | Winemaker

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty

Crawford River Nektar Riesling 2016 375ml

Halliday 2020 - Best Sweet Wine.

100% Riesling (Only 170 cases produced).

"A year of great concentration, the botrytised portion of the grapes picked at 21 degrees baume, some hand-picked to shallow bins and stomped for an overnight cold soak, combined the following morning with whole bunch fruit, racking/cold settling followed before very slow fermentation for months until bottling in Oct. A very beautiful wine, intensely fruity, intensely structured and exceptionally long. Its clean, fresh aftertaste is remarkable." 97 Points … more

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty

Crawford River Reserve Riesling 2008

Note: The "Reserve" is NOT just a cellar release of the Estate Riesling, it is a completely different wine.

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.

"Still fresh and bright, showing hints of pale green belying its age. Lime curd … more

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty

Crawford River Riesling 2013 - Museum Release

Re-Released in 2020. (Note: This is not the Reserve Riesling)

Like a large trout that has learned to be careful, this wine is keeping much hidden from passers by - you have to observe carefully and with experience to find what it has to offer now and in the future: a minerally precision, perfect balance, great length, and fine lime and green apple fruits with a core of acidity that will sustain it for a minimum of 20 years. 96/100. … more

Country: Australia
Producer: Crawford River Wines
Region: Henty