Higher Plane Fume Blanc 2018

The winery was established in 1997 by the Smith family and then sold to the owners of Juniper Estate in 2006.  The brand has been retained with the intention of maintaining the unique and special aspects of the site in the south of Margaret River distinct from those of Wilyabrup in the north. The close-planted vineyard is sustainably farmed using organic principles. 

Smart wine and makes me wonder why you'd buy standard 'new world' savvy? Elegant, mostly dry, layers of character everywhere. Subtle dusty oak, lemon, tangy acid. Great length. Will go 5yrs easy.

"Two picks from a close-planted block, one whole-bunch pressed with solids to French oak, the other to tank, no additions, both given 5 months on lees. A very complex sauvignon blanc with layers of fruit, smoke and a pleasing palate reduction. The finish is also long, the aftertaste better than all that preceded it." 95pts - James Halliday - Wine Companion