Established in 1858 by English immigrant Edward Tyrrell, Tyrrell’s Wines is one of Australia’s pre-eminent family owned wine companies with vineyards extending from their historic home in the Hunter Valley to the Limestone Coast (SA) and Heathcote (VIC). Headed up by fourth generation family member Bruce Tyrrell, Tyrrell’s is home to some of Australia’s most awarded wines including the iconic Vat 1 Semillon. Since 1971, Tyrrell’s has been awarded over 5,000 trophies and medals and in 2010 was named “Winery of the Year” in James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion. With the fifth generation, Chris, Jane and John, involved in the business, Tyrrell’s will continue to remain family owned with the simple philosophy of producing high quality wine that people love to drink.

This is a complex and chameleonic wine. Initially quiet on pouring, it evolves in the glass to reveal a wildly characterful wine with many layers. Buttery notes and honeyed lime intertwine with greengages, flint and lemon thyme. The palate offers enviable harmony, with no edgy acidity, allowing the flavours to flow seamlessly. Serve it with food and it takes on yet another dimension. Date: Jan 2025; Alcohol: 10.5%; Price: $55.00; Drink by: 2028; Rating: 95 Points & Special Value Star; James Halliday Wine Companion