McLaren Vale, South Australia

48% Grenache, 46% Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon & Mataro. Aged in French oak. Colour: crimson red. Aroma: strawberries, blood plums, orange peel & liquorice root. Palate: soft & mellow, poached rhubarb & Kakadu plum. Cellar: 5 years.

The Queen of the Hive produces the bees that have a vital role in maintaining natural balance & eco-health in our world. Bees keep plants & crops alive through pollination & without bees, humans would struggle to survive. Bees only survive & thrive in chemical free environments, hence why our certified biodynamic, estate vineyards in McLaren Vale are home to so many bee hives & their powerful, tireless Queens. To all the Queens we salute you! Biodynamics is the most advanced form of organic farming that uses natural preparations to bring the soil & vine into balance. This is a modern Vale red that blends predominantly Shiraz & Grenache to give harmonious, medium bodied, soft and juicy mouth feel with hints of cinnamon, plum & cherries finished with silky elegant tannins.