‘Lupus’ Merlot 2021

94 Points
Qwine Reviews

“One of the better Merlots I’ve seen for a while, this Nightfall Lupus is coiled and focused with a furrowed brow. A keeper, give it the time it deserves and let it breathe and you’ll be rewarded in spades.

Absolutely humming on day three of tasting, blackberry pie and blackcurrants flow freely with an array of dried Mediterranean herbs. Kicks of earth link with waves of spearmint and dried mint leaves adding a neat savoury appeal. The longer it sits the more cigar box and leather find the courage to move forward. A touch of cedar rises up showing some oak influence. Long, moreish and harmonious, this is a great drink.”

94 Points
Halliday Wine Companion, Shanteh Wale

“Predominantly merlot from vines aged on average 30-plus years. Matured in 100% new American oak for close to 24 months. Merlot with red carpet treatment; this opens with damson plums, quince paste and lavender specks. Sweet sandalwood, cedar and vanilla pod. It’s alert on the palate with succulence, medium bodied with grainy tannins. Here the richness of oak befits the intensity of fruit and alcohol, and weight has been duly considered. A merlot that will age very well.”

93 Points
James Suckling.com, Ryan Montgomery

“Plush aromas of blueberries, ferric earth, dried herbs, cedar and plums. The palate is medium-bodied with finely integrated tannins and a juicy mouthfeel, leading into a savory yet soft and charming finish.”