89 Points - Wine Advocate, December 2009
"...Earthy, herbal, sage and garrigue-like aromas mingle with lovely rose petal and cherry scents. Smooth, ripe, flavorful, and seamless on the palate, this friendly effort is all about pleasure. Drink it over the next 2-3 years." -Jay Miller

"South Australia was hit by a heat wave mid vintage in 2008 which sent alarm bells ringing through the South Australian wine industry. The heat wave proved very advantageous to R Wines, providing wines which are big, rich, ripe and jammy—iconic attributes of R Wines. Brick red, with pink hues. Sweet, boiled lollies, confectionary nose, some cinnamon spice. This follows onto the palate, with some juby, creamy, confectionary flavors. Good weight and length on finish." -The Importer