Vintage
2023
ABV
14.1%
Wine Type
Red
Wine Style
Still
Wine Description
The 2023 fruit was harvested in the last week of March, following a burst of hotter weather toward the end of ripening. After destemming, the must fermented on skins for nine days before pressing.
The tannins integrate into the fruit and the dried herbs become more apparent as it ages.
Rose petals drift over dried fruit, mingling with violets and a touch of Turkish delight. The deep, juicy palate brims with berries and dark cherries. The finish wraps it all up like a warm hug of sweet chocolate tannins.
Winemaker
William Downie and Jason Searle
Winemaker's Bio
William and Jason’s shared vision for creating exceptional wines began at one of Australia's most prestigious vineyards, Bass Philip, where a bond formed based on quality, loyalty, and commitment. Jason’s journey into wine began in 1990 in Margaret River, before taking him to the London Wine Trade, where he refined his understanding of what makes wine exceptional. He returned to Australia to help plant vineyards, learning from industry leaders. A vintage in Italy and experimental wine projects while studying at Charles Sturt University sparked his ambition to create his own wine. William (Bill) started his wine career early at Bass Philip before moving to Burgundy and the Yarra Valley with De Bortoli. During this time, he launched his own eponymous label, and eventually bought a property to start his vineyard. He has since become a world-renowned producer of fine Pinot Noir. A chance meeting between Jason and William led to a shared vision: to challenge Australia’s everyday wine landscape and create something new—blending natural and traditional methods for everyday drinking. Their focus is on making wines with fewer additives, including sulphur dioxide, and minimal filtration. This approach guided the style of SOS wines
