2021 RunRig

The big and brooding 2021 Run Rig, a blend of Shiraz and Viognier, is hearty and deeply flavored. It shows earthy, tarry overtones with carob complexity and well defined by toasty oak. Heavyset dark fruits are full bodied and full flavored with some spicy/ginger Viognier detail in a dense style, with warming alcohol to finish.

- Angus Hughson (07/2024)

A wonderfully fruit-forward red, showing ripe black cherry, apricot and framboise notes up front, with details of chicory, singed palo santo and dark chocolate–covered salted caramel. The tannins are plush and open knit, with a juicy quality and a softness that makes this immensely drinkable. Shiraz and Viognier. Drink now. 1,500 cases made, 240 cases imported.

- M.A.W. (12/2024)

This is the wine that people seem to lose their minds over, and just between you and me, I do understand that. It's one of a handful of super sensational Shiraz Viognier from this great country, and the ability of this cuvée to speak so eloquently of both the Barossa and its harmonious varietals is impressive to say the least. So is, while we're discussing it, the density and volume of the wine. On the nose, the 2021 RunRig is savory and meaty, with charry oak at the fore, backed by black cherry, graphite, dried rose petals, red and purple fruit, flowers and black tea. There is both detail and density. On the palate, the wine is both silky and huge. It's momentous, long and complex. It's like the volume has been turned up in every possible way, and what I know of sound mixing is on show here; it's a loud mix, but all the elements are perfectly in balance. And ultimately, that's what's up. Like Nick Cave, it's got it all, and it does it with conviction and intellect. It's a great wine, from a great season. Bigger than perhaps ever before. 15% alcohol, sealed under natural cork.

- Erin Larkin (04/2024)