DUNE is a project from brothers Duncan and Peter Lloyd (Next generation Coriole) using fruit sourced from their vineyard in the Blewitt Springs sub-region of McLaren Vale. It was born from Peter and Duncan’s desire to explore wines showcasing this vineyard's unique and interesting style, and varieties suited to the gently north-facing, late ripening site. The first DUNE wines were released in 2016 and the range has expanded to include a variety of blends and single varietal wines that are driven by a fresh, aromatic style that this vineyard delivers.

Fermented with whole bunches, whole berries and crushed fruit, with 12 months in seasoned foudre (75%) and hogsheads (25%). Darkly wrought fruit, spicy and savoury, though not cresting out of medium weight, with a refined array of red fruits emerging with air. Powdered spices – star anise, allspice, clove, cassia – black cherry, dark-roast coffee bean, lavender, violet and nori. Delicious and, like all the Dune wines, truly exceptional value. Date Tasted: Feb 2025; Drink to: 2033; Price: $28.00; Alcohol: 14.2%; Rating: 95 Points & Special Value Star; James Halliday Wine Companion