2019 Keyneton Euphonium

This elegant and refined 2019 Keyneton Euphonium (a blend of Barossa Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot) displays leaf, dried herbs, mulberry, blackberry and savory, oak-aged aromas. There's a real claret feel with its mid-weight, compact shape and reserved flavor profile. Elongated, pliable tannins will keep this wine in good condition over the medium term.

- Angus Hughson (03/2023)

This is very good. A rich wine, yet the weight is belied by cool, seductive aromas of mint, garden herbs and blue forest fruit accents, lifted by lilacs and a hint of smoked meat. The mid-palate is gently reductive but in a controlled fashion, not impinging on the succulence. The tannins are sinuous and long limbed, directing the effusive flow of flavor. This is an exceptional release of a cuvee that is often solid, if seldom at this elevated level. The best I can recall. Drinkable now, but best from 2028.

- Ned Goodwin (04/2024)

A refined, satiny red, with plenty of polish to its date-nut bread, spiced plum, black licorice, bay leaf, black peppercorn and tobacco notes, which are seamlessly integrated. Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Drink now through 2035. 4,000 cases made, 300 cases imported.

- M.W.

The 2019 Keyneton Euphonium leads with dried rose petals and pomegranate molasses, sumac, bone broth and salted licorice. In the mouth, the wine has a salty, soy/Lion's Mane character, alongside the cassis and bramble. The wine is lighter and finer than I would expect from this season, and it has a silky flow in the mouth. It has an Italianate character to the wine: it is savory and spicy, with very fine acidity and some floral high notes here. 14.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.

- Erin Larkin (04/2024)