CRITIC REVIEWS
Angus Hughson
Two thousand and twenty-one is a fascinating vintage of Amon-Ra that will surprise some thanks to its subtle style. Dark cherry, fruit pastilles and raspberry compote aromas are lifted by subtle spice and sweet oak. It's compact yet fleshy, with fresh acidity and silky tannins while still delivering trademark length and balance. A delicious Barossa but best enjoyed over the medium term.
JancisRobinson.com
Vine age 100+ years, ungrafted vines. Predominantly sand over marl/limestone and thin topsoil, some clay also. Yield at less than 2 t/ha. Late harvest in 2021. Destemmed. Open-top 1- to 2-tonne fermenters with refrigeration coils, 12 days at 16-21 C. Unfined, racking only, vegan friendly. Inky crimson with dark core. Ripe, perfumed, intense with savoury black fruit. Chewy, deep and finely balanced between structure and that black fruit, building to a chewy finish. Power rather than charm at the moment but a little more subtle than I expected. (JH)

