Brokenwood 'Indigo Vineyard' Viognier 2008 $28
The Indigo Vineyard is located in the cool Beechworth region of Victoria, where a number of producer's (Castagna, Savaterre and Giaconda, amongst others) are making some seriously good wines.
This is pretty darn smart too. Spicy, with freshness of flavour in the peach/pear spectrum. Ripe phenolics but no oily texture. Plenty of energy and life. Hitting the bullseye with Viognier is no mean feat but Brokenwood get a little closer every year. 91 points, drink 2009+
A different beast this year. The last two releases (07 & 08) have been more up front in their attraction, at least to my memory (as I have ditched all tasting notes).
This is a gentler, more restrained version of the Hanlin Hill. That said, it is completely seamless, the even flow of the lime and citrus flavours showing no deviation, and defined by delicacy. Less immediate impact than 07 and 08, especially through the middle, but a latent mineral feel kicks in and keeps the flavour lingering. Lovely wine, but difficult to rate, more so if you're familiar with the last few vintages. A 'classical' style? A sleeper? Time will tell. 93+ points, drink 2009+
Best's Great Western Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 $25
Opens with a good whiff of mintiness, true to varietal/regional tendencies. This abates quite noticeably on the second day, suggesting a good decant is the go. On the more restrained side of Central Victorian Cabernet, with youthful black/ red currant flavours, fine tannins, and nicely balanced oak and alcohol in the background. There's a slight rawness about this, but it's really well put together and three days after opening is still rocking along nicely. Give it a couple of years. Nice wine. 89+ points, 2011+
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