Scotchmans Hill (Geelong) –
“Geelong” Chardonnay 2004 – The nose shows peaches, grapefruit and some restrained toasty oak. Very nice mouth feel, it is focused but also has an appealing texture to it. Good fruit intensity. Will be best over the next 3 or 4 years. 89/100
“Geelong” Shiraz 2004 – An intense nose of smoky oak and smallgoods. Palate has good texture but there is some peppery heat on the back palate that spoils the line somewhat. 88/100
“Geelong” Pinot Noir 2004 – Fair bit of spicy oak on the nose. Palate is tannic and the oak is rather dominant here as well. Fruit needs more intensity to match the oak treatment. 87/100
“Swan Bay” Pinot Noir 2004 – Stalky and earthy with some strawberry notes to the nose. Good length and not a bad early drinking style, just lacking some texture on the palate to really be very good. 87/100
“Swan Bay” Chardonnay 2004 – Toasty and buttery nose. Good flavour intensity on the slightly broad palate. 86/100
“Geelong” Sauvignon Blanc 2005 – Very herbal nose. Palate is dry and has good intensity of flavour. 86/100
“Swan Bay” Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2004 – Vibrant aromas of flint and citrus peel. Palate is a let down, being somewhat bland. 85/100
“The Hill” Chardonnay 2005 – Grapes and fruit salad form the fresh nose. Palate is simple and finishes short. 83/100