Blood Moon Autumn Moon Shivers Nero D’Avola 2021 Victoria Heathcote
Blood Moon Autumn Moon Shivers Nero D’Avola 2021 Victoria HeathcoteBlood Moon Autumn Moon Shivers Nero D’Avola 2021
Blood moon wines, minimal intervention, maximum love conceived under a blood moon.
Who am i? My name is Matt Aulich and I started blood moon wines in 2014 with a couple of mates. In 2019 I went solo. This is kind of oversimplifying it, but I come at winemaking from two angles:
I really get a kick out flavours and aromas and wine offers a vast spectrum, both in its final bottled form and along the way, from fresh grapes to ferments and barrels. then there’s texture… this is a primal sensory experience, but infinitely nuanced.
The mortal coil is beyond wonderful, but at times, let’s face it, it can be a tough gig. it can be awful. it can be boring. sometimes people want something that harmonises with the good times; sometimes we need to jazz it up, or just to ease the furrowed brow. I try to provide that. in moderation. Or not
I grow grapes in Sunbury and the Diamond Valley and I source other fruit from responsible growers all over Victoria. I’m equally happy working with the traditional french varietals and a suite of italians. the latter are often well adapted to our hotter, dryer farming conditions. I try to make wines that are expressive of time and place, which is where a less-is-more approach in the winery comes in. I believe that everyone should be able to buy good wine. assuming you think mine is good, I try to keep it affordable for you.
The Chalmers Heathcote Vineyard is an east facing sloped site comprised of the famous red Cambrian soils of the area. The lower vineyard from whence came this fruit, is deep red clay-loam. Chalmers aim to follow organic farming principles where possible and are transparent in their communication when it is not. I destemmed the fruit leaving the berries intact, then rolled the cap under by hand once a day. About 25% of the fruit was left wholebunch as a layer at the bottom of the fermenter. No plunging. 24 days on skins. Pressed to old French oak barrels for 10 months rest. Unfiltered, unfined, wild yeast fermented.
Blood Moon Sang Des Etoiles Sangiovese 2021 Victoria Heathcote
Blood Moon Sang Des Etoiles Sangiovese 2021 Victoria HeathcoteBlood Moon Sang Des Etoiles Sangiovese 2021
The Chalmers Heathcote Vineyard is an east facing sloped site comprised of the famous red Cambrian soils of the area. The lower vineyard from whence came this fruit, is deep red clay-loam. Chalmers aim to follow organic farming principles where possible and are transparent in their communication when it is not.
Winemaking – 25% of the fruit was placed in the bottom of the fermenters, the rest gently destemmed over the top. Wild yeasts were allowed to complete the fermentation, with the cap being rolled under the juice by hand once a day for 18 days, before being pressed to old neutral French oak barrels. No additions apart from sulphur, no fining or filtration. Vegan friendly.
Matt Aulich started blood moon wines in 2014 with a couple of mates and in 2019 went solo.
Oversimplifying it, he comes at winemaking from two angles:
I really get a kick out flavours and aromas. wine offers a vast spectrum, both in its final bottled form and along the way, from fresh grapes to ferments and barrels. then there’s texture… this is a primal sensory experience, but infinitely nuanced.
due the mortal coil is beyond wonderful, but at times, let’s face it, it can be a tough gig. it can be awful. it can be boring. sometimes people want something that harmonises with the good times; sometimes we need to jazz it up, or just to ease the furrowed brow. i try to provide that. in moderation. or not.
Ellis Wines Signature Shiraz 2017 Victoria Heathcote
Ellis Wines Signature Shiraz 2017 Victoria HeathcoteEllis Wines Signature Shiraz 2017
The 2017 Signature Label has a clear ruby colour, redolent of the Heathcote district. It has good viscosity and a light cassis perfume on the nose and a hint of blackberry. It is a well balanced wine with a peppery finish. This is an uncomplicated, luscious tasting wine producing a smooth, round finish. The fruit is well developed making it good for drinking now. The aroma of dark cherry, blackcurrant and vanilla can often be found from this part of the region.
Galli Adele Sangiovese 2017 Victoria Heathcote
Galli Adele Sangiovese 2017 Victoria HeathcoteGalli Adele Sangiovese 2017
Red fruits, cranberry with some dusty earthy notes, herbs and some minerality.
OUR STORY
Galli Estate was the vision of Tuscan born Lorenzo Galli who came to Australia in the 1950’s. It was moving full circle for Lorenzo, whose family had made wine in Italy for generations.
Two vineyard sites were carefully selected, in the Heathcote and Sunbury wine regions of Victoria. Each was planted with grape varieties that ideally suited their individual soils and climate.
The rich red volcanic soils of Sunbury and the famous Cambrian soils of Heathcote were fundamental to Lorenzo’s dream. They are the key to wines that honestly reflect their origins and bring pleasure to those that share them.
Galli adopts principles of organinc viticulture through the use of fertigation, natural fertilisers & minimal spraying across both our vineyards. This together with our utilisation of 100% recycled water for the Sunbury vineyard reinforces our commitment to sustainable vineyard practices.
These practices are also carried out in the winery with a more minimal approach to the winemaking through the adaptation of traditional methods focused on the use of indigenous yeasts. We also practice racking on the new moon & minimal filtration for our small batch bespoke clonal selection of Premium & Riserva wines.
Galli Estate Winery boasts an impressive Cellar Door & Restaurant complex. The striking steel arched building offers sweeping views over the vines, and is home to one of the best restaurants in the area.
The intimate Cellar Door presents the ideal opportunity to taste the impressive range of Galli Estate wines. The friendly knowledgeable staff will be pleased to advise you on your wine choices.
Galli Camelback Tempranillo Grenache Mourvedre 2017 Victoria Heathcote
Galli Camelback Tempranillo Grenache Mourvedre 2017 Victoria HeathcoteGalli Camelback Tempranillo Grenache Mourvedre 2017
This wine is inspired by the young gluggable wines from the Rioja region in north-eastern Spain. It is a blend of Tempranillo (juicy blackberry spiciness), Grenache (earthy raspberry), and Mourvedre (brooding dark berries). Full of juicy dark berry fruits, earthiness, and a hint of spices. The palate is brimming with gorgeous juicy plum, macerated raspberry and blackberry, earth savoury notes, and dried undergrowth. The finish is soft and satisfying, with gentle tannins.
OUR STORY
Galli Estate was the vision of Tuscan born Lorenzo Galli who came to Australia in the 1950’s. It was moving full circle for Lorenzo, whose family had made wine in Italy for generations.
Two vineyard sites were carefully selected, in the Heathcote and Sunbury wine regions of Victoria. Each was planted with grape varieties that ideally suited their individual soils and climate.
The rich red volcanic soils of Sunbury and the famous Cambrian soils of Heathcote were fundamental to Lorenzo’s dream. They are the key to wines that honestly reflect their origins and bring pleasure to those that share them.
Galli adopts principles of organinc viticulture through the use of fertigation, natural fertilisers & minimal spraying across both our vineyards. This together with our utilisation of 100% recycled water for the Sunbury vineyard reinforces our commitment to sustainable vineyard practices.
These practices are also carried out in the winery with a more minimal approach to the winemaking through the adaptation of traditional methods focused on the use of indigenous yeasts. We also practice racking on the new moon & minimal filtration for our small batch bespoke clonal selection of Premium & Riserva wines.
Galli Estate Winery boasts an impressive Cellar Door & Restaurant complex. The striking steel arched building offers sweeping views over the vines, and is home to one of the best restaurants in the area.
The intimate Cellar Door presents the ideal opportunity to taste the impressive range of Galli Estate wines. The friendly knowledgeable staff will be pleased to advise you on your wine choices.
Jasper Hill Emily’s Paddock Shiraz Cab Franc 2018 Victoria Heathcote
Jasper Hill Emily’s Paddock Shiraz Cab Franc 2018 Victoria HeathcoteJasper Hill Emily’s Paddock Shiraz Cab Franc 2018
Immediately recognizable as a highly typical Emily’s Paddock. From its depth of colour and individual, perfumed, minty nose, across its full spicy palate, beautifully balanced yet powerful grape and French oak derived chalky tannins to its extremely long, natural acid finish. Great longevity. Very proud of this one! 14.5% alc/vol
Jasper Hill is a small, family owned and operated organic vineyard and winery in Heathcote, central Victoria, Australia.
Our aim is to make great wine, with the preservation of nature’s flavours, complexities and balance in our wines by using minimal intervention in our vineyards and in the cellar – to allow the individual vineyard’s “terroir” or sense of place to express itself by ‘interfering’ as little as possible.
Our wines are grown, made and bottled entirely on the estate from our own grapes, using organic principles. We produce our own composts and have never used synthetic chemicals on either the vines or the soils, since our vineyards were planted in 1975.
Viticultural practices are simple: own rooted vines (ie. not grafted on to American rootstocks to confer Phylloxera resistance), no irrigation whatsoever, minimal tillage, natural inter-row mulching leading to broad bio-diversity, very low yields giving depth and intensity to our wines. Only hand pruning of the vines and hand harvesting of the fruit can allow us the human connection to our living soil.
With more than three decades behind us and many accolades for our wines, Jasper Hill has become synonymous with Heathcote, shiraz wine in particular, and is regarded as one of the pioneers of this relatively new and exciting wine region.
Jasper Hill Georgia’s Paddock Shiraz 2013 Victoria Heathcote
Jasper Hill Georgia’s Paddock Shiraz 2013 Victoria HeathcoteJasper Hill Georgia’s Paddock Shiraz 2013
Rich spice, ripe red fruit with espresso and hints of graphite.Firm grippy tannins will soften over time
Our aim is to make great wine, with the preservation of nature’s flavours, complexities and balance in our wines by using minimal intervention in our vineyards and in the cellar – to allow the individual vineyard’s “terroir” or sense of place to express itself by ‘interfering’ as little as possible.
Our wines are grown, made and bottled entirely on the estate from our own organic unirrigated vineyards. We produce our own composts and have never used synthetic chemicals on either the vines or the soils, since our vineyards were planted in 1975.
Viticultural practices are simple: own rooted vines (ie. not grafted on to American rootstocks to confer Phylloxera resistance), no irrigation whatsoever, minimal tillage, natural inter-row mulching leading to broad bio-diversity, very low yields giving depth and intensity to our wines. Only hand pruning of the vines and hand harvesting of the fruit can allow us the human connection to our living soil.
Established by Ron and Elva Laughton, ever since the first vintage in 1982 Jasper Hill has been a small, family business. The 2019 vintage was our 38th. As the vineyards and their two daughters have grown over the years, both Emily and Georgia continue to work within the business. Emily has been passionately growing grapes and making wine alongside her father since 2001, whilst Georgia enjoys doing most of the administrative work. Ron and Elva live amongst the vines on Emily’s Paddock; Emily lives on Georgia’s Paddock vineyard with her husband Nick, daughter Ella and son Nate. Nick is also a highly valued member of the team, both in the vineyard and in the cellar. Only time will tell, if the next young generation will continue the wine making tradition of their grandfather and mother.
Jasper Hill Georgia’s Paddock Shiraz 2019 Victoria Heathcote
Jasper Hill Georgia’s Paddock Shiraz 2019 Victoria HeathcoteJasper Hill Georgia’s Paddock Shiraz 2019 Deep, rich dark blackberry and cherry with hints of vanille from the oak. Graphite minerality with a peppery spice. This is a rich and powerful wine that is densely textured with plush blackberry, liquorice and dark plum fruits, subtle scorched earth, dried herbs and blackpepper. Ripe chewy tannins provide great structure and give the finish a muscular feel. Superb depth of fruit with a very rich, long and robust aftertaste.
La Pleiade Shiraz 2018 Victoria Heathcote
La Pleiade Shiraz 2018 Victoria HeathcoteLa Pleiade Shiraz 2018
A joint venture of Michel and Corinne Chapoutier and Ron and Elva Laughton of Jasper Hill. Biodynamically run vineyard with an emphasis on the fruit quality.”
Deep magenta colour with complex aromas of red berries and spices. Elegance and power, combining minerality and precision, perfectly reflecting the Terroir of Heathcote. The wine will benefit from another 2 to 3 years in bottle and can be cellared for 20 years.
