There's little difference quality-wise between the 2005 and 2006  vintages of this terrific, amazing-value-for-money botrytis semillon. It is lighter of body than the Noble One and less densely packed with fruit flavour. I don't find that a problem, I loved the Vat 5's finesse and lightness of touch, especially when it's accompanied by intense honey, apricot and lemon curd characters, excellent balance and clean, crisp finish. Peter Forrestal, Quaff, January 2009
 
Trophy -  2009  Sydney Royal Wine Show
Gold Medal - 2009  Sydney Royal Wine Show
Commended - 2009  Sydney International Wine Competition
 
Gorgeous nose smelling of honeysuckle and orange blossom. Rich, sweet and tropical in the mouth, with a bright, zesty citrus finish. 4 Stars * * * * Winestate
 
Quite rich and sweet, showing citrus peel overtones together with some volatile lift. Winewise, February 2008
 
Silver Medal - 2008 International Wine Challenge - UK
 
Quite a strong raisin bouquet; hints of marmalade come through on the finish; very good value. 89 points; James Halliday’s Wine Companion 2009
 
Each year, in vineyards with a proven track record, we leave Semillon grapes hanging on the vines until they achieve the desired level of botrytis. Individual parcels of fruit from each vineyard are fermented separately in tank. The juice is fermented at 13° - 15°C over4 - 8 weeks. The individual components, still kept separate, are then matured in either tank or barrel. Prior to bottling the wine is blended after careful appraisal of each parcel. A small portion, approximately 10% was matured in two year old French Oak barriques.
 
Pale gold straw. Fresh lifted aromas of citrus, peach and nectarine with very subtle vanillin oak. This elegant wine displays citrus and stone fruit characters with a light touch of vanillin oak imparting length. The wine finishes with refreshing acidity that balances the botrytis sweetness very nicely.