Initial whiff of rubber went away rather quickly, but it wasn’t until the 2nd day that it showed properly. Dried fig, worn leather, barnyard, thyme, anise, with raspberry fading away on the background. A bit medicinal as well. Medium body with round and tart acidity. Lean. Tannins is completely resolved. And magically sweet strawberry emerge on the lingering finish.
I think this is on its descent, yet still immensely enjoyable.
— 4 years ago
I have learned over the years that fruit from Kenefick just takes time to develop. Still maintaining acidity, the floral nose of this wine is rather present today along with mature red fruits. Entry of this wine is medium+ bodied with chalky black cherry, rhubarb, and a hint of baking chocolate. Violets creep up into the middle and finish. This wine is likely at peak, although it wouldn't surprise me if it has a few more years before starting thw descent. — 5 years ago
Descent. Maybe a bit over the hump. — 2 years ago
Mega coup de cœur. Plus dispendieux mais dans mes tops. Tellement d’équilibre, corsé sans trop, goûteux, descent parfaitement. Wow. — 3 years ago
See 2 previous notes. This has shown progressively better at each tasting. An interesting series, the VSV Series (Very Special Vineyard) from Peter Lehmann. In this case the 1885 is planted on its own roots by the Schrapel family in the Ebenezer district since...1885. The 6th generation Ralph Schrapel tends the vines - his signature on the label. A tradition in the Barossa that many are purely grape growers, many of German descent, and not necessarily vignerons. This vineyard is a low yielding 4 acre block. I made brief notes in any event - deep dark Ruby in colour. A classic Barossa palate - black cherry, earthy, dark chocolate flavours with a touch of liquorice. Luscious and mouth filling with softening tannins. Very easy to like and drinking at its peak. A good example of the saying that good wine is made in the vineyard. — 4 years ago
John Greer
Descent wine. Full bodied a tasty blend. — a year ago