Swings & Roundabouts Backyard Stories Margaret River SSB 2014

The second release from the lauded ‘Backyard Stories’ label. This wine pays homage to the winemakers of Sancerre and is styled to accentuate the wine’s texture and body. Astonishingly, Margaret River accounts for only 3% of Australia’s crush, but commands 20% of the country’s fine wine market. A blend of unique soils, warm summers, afternoon sea breezes and cold winters make the region a viticultural Mecca.

“Oak-matured. Gravel and thistle notes move freely among pure, intense grapefruit and pineapple/tropical fruit. Powerhouse style. You’d almost describe this as thrilling ... 94 points” (Halliday).