Watch the clouds roll in over the Bill Byron vineyard in the Mudgee wine region. Spectacular.

Winemaking: The most critical part of the winemaking process is getting the harvest date right, the grapes are tasted constantly in the lead up to harvest. Harvest always tests the relationship between the farmer and the winemaker; the farmer wanting to harvest his crop out of harm’s way, and the winemaker pushing the grapes to their absolute limits to produce the best wine possible. Having gained valuable experience over the last 23 years at wineries across the globe including Orlando Wyndham, Inniskillin Wines in Canada, Robert Oatley Vineyards and Domaine des Collines in Bordeaux, Bill Byron’s winemaker, James Manners has been making wines in Mudgee for over fifteen years. In 2011, he set up Manners Wine Consulting and in 2013, James joined Bill Byron wines to work with the Findley family, creating their latest vintage, Bill Byron 2013.

Tasting Note: The triple blend organic wine is a traditional Australian red blend combining the spicy plum berry of Shiraz with the structure of Cabernet Sauvignon and the velvety softness of Merlot. There are hints of oak maturation, to soften the strong natural tannins and give subliminal notes of vanilla and spice. Lacking in pretention, it provides great flavour and a great drinking experience.

Specifications:
Vintage: 2013
Blend: Shiraz, Cabernet & Merlot
Region: Mudgee, NSW

(SKU: 1543)