KarriBindi

http://www.karribindi.com.au/

This is a family owned and operated vineyard at Karridale. Kevin and Yvonne established the vineyard in 1996 which started as 10 acres and has grown to nearly 100 acres in 2008. Grapes benefit from slightly cooler weather than the growing areas to the north and also from the breezes blowing in from both the Indian and Southern Oceans. Early success came with a trophy for the Semillon Sauvignon Blanc at Qantas Wine Show.

Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2008

Beautiful, vibrant tropical fruit on the nose with some nice herbal and gooseberry notes. A little herbaceous dusting adds something to the nose. The palate is lively and fresh with a lingering precise finish.

Score:86/100

Sauvignon Blanc 2008

Promising new name to look out for with this vibrant high energy Sav Blanc. Like the delicacy and the intensity which work together. It's all pure enticing tropical fruit spruced up with a squeeze of lime and a little slice or two of gooseberry flesh.

Score:88/100

Shiraz 2006

A medium- to light-bodied Shiraz liberally sprinkled with white pepper and a little touch of lavender. Fine tannins and lean fruit come together in this angular southern Shiraz.

Score:83/100