Current Releases
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Rosé 2008 $12b / $144c
Made from 100 percent estate pinot noir, this salmon pink rosé was dry fermented producing a light refreshing wine with hints of poached strawberry, pepper and spice. Juice for this wine was selected from the last pressing of early picked pinot noir, used to make 2008 Blanc de Noir (60%), and from the top of the 2008 Pinot Noir vats (40%).
Pinot Grigio 2008 $22b / $264c
Silver Medal - Red Hill Agricultural Society International Wine Show 2009
The remarkable pale color of the 2008 Pinot Grigio is a good indication of the crisp, refreshing nature of this wine. Picked early in the vintage, from the estate pinot gris block, it was whole bunch pressed and cold tank fermented with introduced aromatic yeasts. It displays crisp lime and grapefruit with hints of spiced pear, with citrus and tropical blossom, and zippy acidity. Great Spring and Summer drinking.
Pinot Gris 2008 $22b / $264c
The 2008 Pinot Gris was whole bunch pressed then part cold tank fermented using aromatic introduced yeasts and part barrel fermented in old French barriques using wild yeast. The wine was aged in barrel and tank for four months before blending. Picked two weeks later than the fruit for the Pinot Grigio, the 2008 Pinot Gris is a rich, luscious wine with lifted pear and nectarine aromas and a mouth filling palate of ripe pear, peach nectar, and crisp grapefruit acidity. A full flavoured wine with vibrancy and freshness.
Pinot Noir 2005 $22b / $264c
Gold Medal - Winewise Small Vigneron Awards 2008
90 points - James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2008
'Outstanding....This Geelong wine emerges in the glass reveal aromas of cherry, plums and spice with a touch of cedary oak. The palate is elegant and long, full of complex flavours, with a spicy texture.'
Winewise magazine, August 2008
Pinot Noir 2006 $22b / $264c
---CELLAR DOOR ONLY---
Gold Medal – Geelong Wine Show 2008
One of Australia’s best-value wines $25 and under.
The Penguin Good Australian Wine Guide 2009
‘A Juicy approachable pinot with direct fruit characters, dried spiced cherry and some earthy notes too. Oak is of little importance, this is all about fruit. Lively juicy cherry and raspberry fruit palate, acidity lifts it high; tannins are soft and supportive, leaving a musky trail. A great everyday pinot.’
The Penguin Good Australian Wine Guide 2009 – Nick Stock
Paraparap Pinot Noir 2005 $27b / $324c
Limited - 200 cases produced
Matured in new and old French oak barriques for 18 months, this richly coloured pinot displays aromas reminiscent of Christmas pudding, with layers of spice, candied mixed peel, mocha. Cigar box decadence is derived from the lengthy oak maturation. A lingering, supple wine, with smooth chamois like tannins.
Shiraz 2006 $27b / $324c
94 points - James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2009
Gold Medal - Geelong Wine Show 2007
Trophy - 'Best Shiraz' Geelong Wine Show 2007
2006 is looking to be the best year yet for shiraz at Brown Magpie. The ripening season was cooler and more consistent than 2005, producing a classic cool climate Surf Coast shiraz.
‘This estate gem from Geelong shows complex, peppery cool-climate style, finely ground spices sit across ripe mixed berries and meaty / savoury notes. The palate’a medium weight affair, elegent and restrained, plum and spiced berry flavours, finishing meaty and tidy’
The Penguin Good Australian Wine Guide 2009 – Nick Stock
Modewarre Mud Shiraz 2006 $30b / $360
93 points - James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2009
A more typical Surf Coast shiraz than last years release. The 2006 Mud was matured in French oak barriques for 18 months, and is a multi layered, bright and youthful coloured Shiraz. It displays rich red fruits and the classic cool climate characters of black pepper, and spice. The medium bodied palate is succulent and fresh with red currents and plum, and fine silky tannins.
Previous Vintages
Limited stocks available from the cellar door Updated May 4, 2009
Sailors Delight Rose 2006 $10b / $100c
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Like our magpies, this wine is also admired for its colour. this beautiful salmon pink rose´, freshly crushed and drained from pinot noir grapes, displays subtle hints of strawberry, pink peppercorns and spice. A delicate and dry wine to be served moderately chilled
Pinot Grigio 2006 $18b / $216c --SOLD OUT--
Like espying our magpies for the first time, this pinot grigio will provide a unique experience. It shows crisp grapefruit freshness, a touch of tropical spices and floral notes together with the fullness of cardamom spice pears. To be enjoyed at its best when young and complements fish, seafood or light chicken dishes.
Pinot Gris 2005 $22b / $264c ---AVAILABLE---
Handpicked and estate produced, the 2005 pinot gris has been part tank fermented and part barrel fermented using wild yeasts. This wine has the flavour and texture of pear and peach nectar with a touch of ginger spiciness on the finish. Enticing and luscious, and now with some good bottle age is drinking beautifully, with wonderful developed Alasace pinot gris characters.
Pinot Gris 2006 $18b / $216c ---SOLD OUT---
87 points - James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2008
The 2006 Pinot Gris has been part tank fermented using introduced yeast, and part barrel fermented using wild yeasts in old unshaved Pinot Noir barrels. The 2006 is in the style of a classic pinot gris from the French region of Alsace. It has the richness of glace ginger, tangerine and spiced pear, with hints of talc and musk. Crisp citrus acidity provides a lengthy and lively finish.
Pinot Gris 2007 $22b / $264c ---SOLD OUT---
Gold Medal - Federation Square Victorian Wine Awards 2008
89 points - James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2009
This was our first release from the much talked about ‘difficult’ 2007 vintage. As a result of the dry vintage on the Surf Coast, the yield from our vineyard in 2007 was only a fraction of previous years, hence only 180 cases of pinot gris are available.
The 2007 Pinot Gris has been part tank fermented using introduced yeast, and part barrel fermented using wild yeasts in old French barriques. The 2006 is in the style of a classic pinot gris from the French region of Alsace. The intensity and richness of the low yield are evident, displaying characters of grapefruit and lemon blossom, the palate filling out with spiced pear and creaming soda flavours and texture. Crisp citrus acidity provides a lengthy and lively finish.
Pinot Noir 2003 $22b /$264c --AVAILABLE--
The 2003 pinot noir is a complex blend of 100% estate grown pinot noir varieties 114,115 and MV6. Handpicked, estate produced and aged in French barriques, this fragrant, delicate Burgundy influenced pinot noir has the colour of mahogany with a soft, velvety hue. The nose has cinnamon, spiced plum and a subtle hint of violet with earthy undertones evocative of truffles. Spicy earthy flavours follow from the nose to the palate. Fine velvety tannins contribute to a rich, silky mouthfeel. It has a smooth, round finish that lingers.
Pinot Noir 2004 $25b / $300c --AVAILABLE--
94 points - James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2008
Gold Medal - Geelong Wine Show 2006
Trophy - 'Best Pinot Noir' Geelong Wine Show 2006
This pinot noir is a complex blend of 100% estate grown pinot varieties 114, 115 and MV6. Handpicked, estate produced and aged in French and Hungarian oak barriques, this garnet coloured wine has a well balanced, delicate palate of plums and mocha oak with a creamy peppery finish.
Paraparap Pinot Noir 2004 $32b / $384c
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Hand picked from 100% estate grown fruit, estate produced and aged in French oak barriques for 18 months. This garnet hued pinot noir displays a rich blend of plum, forest berrys and forest floor earth and spice characters. Fine suede textured tannins deliver a well balanced wine and a fine lingering finish. Only 100 cases of the Paraparap were produced in 2004. Extended decanting time is recommended to allow the full spectrum of pinot characters to develop.
Shiraz 2005 $29b / $348c ---AVAILABLE---
93 points - James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2008
Silver Medal - National Cool Climate Wine Show, Bathurst 2006
The 2005 shiraz is 100% estate grown, hand picked and aged in in new and old French oak barriques. A spicy shiraz displaying a range of characters from anise and black pepper and hints of preserved meats. The aromatic richness of fine tobacco is complemented by blackberry and mulberry characters. Fine grain tannins frame this cool climate shiraz. This wine is ideal for meat dishes and is magnificent with dark bittersweet chocolate.
Modewarre Mud Shiraz 2004 $35b / $420c
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Hand picked from 100% estate grown shiraz, The Modewarre Mud is aged for 18 months in French oak barriques. A multi layered beautifully balanced shiraz displaying classic cool climate characters of black pepper and spice, through to delicate blackberry and hints of dark chocolate. The Modewarre Mud loves the decanter and will reward the passionate wine lover over several hours as multiple layers of flavour are revealed.
Modewarre Mud Shiraz 2005 $32b / $384c
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92 points - James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2009
Limited - 100 cases produced
Four barrels from the 2005 shiraz vintage were selected for the 2005 Modewarre Mud. Estate grown and produced, and aged in French oak barriques for 18 months, the 2005 Modewarre Mud is a multi layered deep coloured shiraz. It displays rich blackberry and mulberry and the classic cool climate characters of black pepper, licorice and spice. Dark chocolate and vanilla provide warmth and enrich the palate. Tannins are firm and mouth filling.
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