John Hill Wines is a small ultra-premium producer of commemorative wines. Founder Leon Hill – is a direct descendant of John Hill who arrived as the Bosun on HMS Buffalo to participate in the establishment of the colony of South Australia in 1836.

A deep ruby wine with vibrant colour, full of ripe opulent dark plums and forest fruit aromas. An earthy note ties into the rich and complex oak structure. These flavours merge together on the palate and are guided by a generous serve of well-rounded tannins, allowing for the balanced palate to extend into a pleasantly lingering finish.

Highly perfumed. Lifted red fruits with a cedary earthiness. There is concentration and richness here with a perfect balance of oak, fruit and tannin. Love the highly energised palate with its layered mouthfeel. It almost presents as medium-bodied, but of course, there is a stack of deeply concentrated powerful fruit driving it. Lovely wine. Drink to: 2025-2043; Price: $230.00; Rating: 95 Points; Ray Jordan

Colour is a deep magenta, while the nose exhibits notes of coffee grinds, aniseed, blueberries, leather, smoked meats, deftly handled oak and cassis, with a hint of sour cherry evident on the finish. A bold style with focus, power, concentration, good intensity throughout and vibrant acidity. Very fine tannins and real length tie the package together. Love it. Drink to: 2025-2045; Price: $230.00; Rating: 96 Points; Ken Gargett