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Capel Vale Winery Wine Awards & Reviews October Edition 2018 Top 5 Star Winery The winery is acknowledged to have a long track record of excellence.

1 Capel Vale Winery Wine Awards & Reviews October Edition 2018 Top 5 Star Winery The winery is acknowledged to have a long track record of excellence. Truly the best of the best.. James Halliday 2018 edition. James Halliday 2019 Wine Companion Top 5 Red Stars Geographe Margaret River Pemberton Mount barker

2 Single Vineyard Wines represent the ultimate expression of varietal fruit flavour and winemaking excellence from Capel Vale. They are only released in years when the highest quality standards are achieved. The Scholar Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 Such a rich and opulent vintage which has been expertly captured in this full-bodied and so generous cabernet from Margaret River. Loads of sweet sappy fruit with a liberal hit of French oak has harnessed an immensely powerful statement of the region. Ripe firm tannins and that oak hold toasty blackcurrant and dark chocolate fruit flavours with ease. Rating: 96/100 Ray Jordan s 2017 Wine Guide International Wine & Spirits London 2017 Decanter Wine Show London May 2017 International Wine Challenge London May 2017 The Scholar Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 International Wine & Spirit The colour doesn t have the depth expected at this price; in all other respects it does what is expected of it, with cassis, leaf and herb fruit, a decent amount of French oak and disciplined tannins. Rating: James Halliday Wine Companion 2017 Whispering Hill Mount Barker Shiraz 2014 A tip-top example of the absolute synergy between Mount Barker and shiraz; go to the northern Rhone Valley to find a shiraz of similar style and quality, but count yourself lucky if you only have to pay double. Black fruits, liquorice, pepper all the usual building blocks, except these are gold-plated. Rating: 97/100 James Halliday Wine Companion 2017 Whispering Hill Mount Barker Shiraz 2015 Has remarkable intensity, freshness and drive given its medium-bodied weight. Every component of this highly detailed wine has been given assured consideration in the vinification and maturation phases. Red and black cherry/berry fruits sparkle in the mouth, the finish with the clarity of a high quality wine. Rating: 95/100 James Halliday Wine Companion 2019 Rating: 96/100 Ray Jordan Wine Guide 2018

Whispering Hill Mount Barker Riesling 2016 & 93 Points Canberra International Riesling Challenge 2016 Winestate Magazine New Release March/April 2017 edition. Elegant nose with citrus notes.

Rating: 95/100 Jeremy Oliver 2018 Bright straw-green, still with almost no colour; generously proportioned in terms of fruit depth, but in no way flabby or extractive.

3 Single Vineyard Wines represent the ultimate expression of varietal fruit flavour and winemaking excellence from Capel Vale. They are only released in years when the highest quality standards are achieved. Whispering Hill Mount Barker Riesling 2016 & 93 Points Canberra International Riesling Challenge 2016 Winestate Magazine New Release March/April 2017 edition. Elegant nose with citrus notes. Lovely mouthfeel that is well balanced and has excellent finish. Rating: 95/100 Jeremy Oliver 2018 Bright straw-green, still with almost no colour; generously proportioned in terms of fruit depth, but in no way flabby or extractive. Delicious Rose s lime juice runs through the length of the palate, acidity tingling in the background. Rating: 95/100 James Halliday Wine Companion /100 New Release tasting March 2017 Whispering Hill Mount Barker Riesling 2018 Royal Hobart Royal Queensland International Wine & Spirit Whispering Hill Mount Barker Riesling 2017 A crisp bone dry Riesling from this outstanding vineyard in Mt Barker. Captures the Mt Barker mix of spices and citrus that is so distinctive. Fine minerally palate with a tangy crisp feel. Very nice wine. Rating: 92/100 Ray Jordan Wine Guide 2018 Melbourne International Competition 2017 Commended Decanter Asia Awards 2017 Sydney International Wine International Wine & Spirits London 2017 Canberra International Riesling Challenge 2017 New Release tasting July 2017 Mount Barker Wine Show 2017 Winestate Magazine New Release May/June 2018 edition. Commended International Wine Challenge London Decanter Wine Show London Lovely fresh flowery bouquet, the palate has intense fruit with just a smidgin of sweetness and a rich, flavoursome palate which finishes with a touch of thickness. Some tannin grip. Good persistence. Dry finish. Good wine. Rating: 4/5 Stars Huon Hooke April 2018 Very well handled high quality fruit gets the wine off to a top notch start. It is tightly structured, minerally acidity doing its part, counterintuitively mouthwatering. Lime, Granny Smith apple and Meyer lemon are bound together for life thanks to the overall balance of the wine. Rating: 95/100 James Halliday Wine Companion 2019

Our much loved Black Label Series is back to express an exalted selection of our best vintages.

Black Label Margaret River Chardonnay 2015 The oak influence won t be ignored here.

Richly textured, but held tight by acidity, the fruit flavour is a little hard to find within the structure. The oak is back again on the finish.

Rating: 91 points James Halliday 2018 IWSC London 2016 2016 Langton s Margaret River Wine Show Commended International Wine Challenge London May

Chardonnay 2016 Black Label Margaret River Chardonnay 2017 Complex and engaging, the inviting bouquet shows golden peach, lemon zest, roasted

The palate is concentrated and focused with fine texture and firm acidity, wonderfully complemented by elegant oak infusion and silky mouthfeel.

4 Our much loved Black Label Series is back to express an exalted selection of our best vintages. The outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon & Chardonnay our from the family owned Capel Vale Margaret River Scholar Vineyard. Black Label Margaret River Chardonnay 2015 The oak influence won t be ignored here. Nutty, biscuity, spicy aromas to the fore, varietal citrus and peach character present, but less obvious. Richly textured, but held tight by acidity, the fruit flavour is a little hard to find within the structure. The oak is back again on the finish. It s a serious style, but perhaps needs time to really come together. Rating: 91 points James Halliday 2018 IWSC London Langton s Margaret River Wine Show Commended International Wine Challenge London May 2017 Decanter Wine Show London May 2017 London International Wine Challenge 2016 Chardonnay Tasting July 2017 Black Label Margaret River Chardonnay 2016 Black Label Margaret River Chardonnay 2017 Complex and engaging, the inviting bouquet shows golden peach, lemon zest, roasted hazelnut and brioche characters. The palate is concentrated and focused with fine texture and firm acidity, wonderfully complemented by elegant oak infusion and silky mouthfeel. A superbly structured chardonnay. At its best: now to Rating: 94 points Sam Kim October 2018 AU$ An exquisitely styled chardonnay; the wine shows white flesh nectarine, lemon peel, vanilla, cedar and subtle oatmeal characters on the nose, leading to a beautifully rounded palate that is silky and flowing. It is refined and complex, promising to evolve gracefully. At its best: 2019 to Rating: 94 points Sam Kim October 2018 AU$ Rating: 92 points James Halliday 2019 Wine Show of Western Australia 2018

Capel Vale s Cellar Exclusive wines are limited releases of exceptional varietal wines developed at the cutting edge of viticulture in the cool climate vineyards of Western Australia married with

Cellar Exclusive Margaret River Chardonnay 2017 Beautifully ripe and elegantly expressed, the inviting bouquet shows stone fruit, rockmelon, nougat and vanilla aromas, followed by a succulent palate

Rating: 93 points Sam Kim October 2018 AU$27.00.

The palate delivers excellent concentration and rounded mouthfeel, brilliantly framed by silky texture and fine, chalky tannins. The wine is expressive and immediate, and offers terrific drinking.

5 Capel Vale s Cellar Exclusive wines are limited releases of exceptional varietal wines developed at the cutting edge of viticulture in the cool climate vineyards of Western Australia married with modern wine making techniques used to exemplify the unique flavours and aromas from these grapes. Cellar Exclusive Margaret River Chardonnay 2017 Beautifully ripe and elegantly expressed, the inviting bouquet shows stone fruit, rockmelon, nougat and vanilla aromas, followed by a succulent palate that is pristine and finely textured. The wine offers elegant fruit intensity backed by creamy mouthfeel and bright acidity, leading to a persistent fine finish. At its best: now to Rating: 93 points Sam Kim October 2018 AU$ Cellar Exclusive Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 Beautifully ripe and fragrant, the inviting bouquet shows blackcurrant, dark plum, smoked game and mint chocolate characters. The palate delivers excellent concentration and rounded mouthfeel, brilliantly framed by silky texture and fine, chalky tannins. The wine is expressive and immediate, and offers terrific drinking. At its best: now to Cellar Exclusive Mount Barker Riesling 2018 Wine Show of Western Australia 2018 Cellar Exclusive Geographe Malbec 2016 Bronze Geographe Wine Show /100 New Release Tasting 2018 Rating: 92/100 Wine Orbit New Zealand August 2018 Cellar Exclusive Rosé 2017 The inviting bouquet shows red apple, watermelon, citrus and floral notes, leading to a juicy palate that is elegantly fruited and finely textured. A delightful rose offering vibrant fruit flavours with crisp acidity, finishing persistent and juicy. At its best: now to Rating: 92/100 Wine Orbit New Zealand September /100 New Releases 2017 Cellar Exclusive Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 New Release Tasting 2018 Rating: 93/100 Wine Orbit New Zealand August 2018 Rating: Wine Orbit New Zealand June 2017

Regional wines are elegant and graceful wines.

Perfectly approachable upon release, they will however, reveal their strength and pedigree with

Mount Barker Riesling 2017 2018 International Wine Challenge London A first -class each-way

Scented lime and tropical fruit aromas and flavours are stitched together by pliable acidity.

Riesling 2018 : Melbourne International Wine Competition 2018 International Wine & Spirit Royal

shows grapefruit, Gala apple, sweet basil and lime zest characters.

structured by mouth-watering acidity. Delightfully attractive and tasty.

Wine Show of Western Australia 2018 Margaret River Chardonnay 2017 Rating: 90 points James

6 Regional wines are elegant and graceful wines. They are high quality wines that reflect varietal and regional characteristics. Perfectly approachable upon release, they will however, reveal their strength and pedigree with further appropriate cellaring. Mount Barker Riesling International Wine Challenge London A first -class each-way proposition: drink now or in 10 years. Scented lime and tropical fruit aromas and flavours are stitched together by pliable acidity. Rating: 93/100 James Halliday Wine Companion Decanter Wine Show London Mount Barker Riesling 2018 : Melbourne International Wine Competition 2018 International Wine & Spirit Royal Hobart Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc 2018 Fresh, vibrant and fabulously expressed, the bouquet shows grapefruit, Gala apple, sweet basil and lime zest characters. The palate is juicy and lively, displaying lovely fruit purity and intensity, brilliantly structured by mouth-watering acidity. Delightfully attractive and tasty. At its best: now to Rating: 92 points Sam Kim October 2018 AU$ Wine Show of Western Australia 2018 Margaret River Chardonnay 2017 Rating: 90 points James Halliday 2019 Rating: 90 points Melbourne International Wine Pemberton Semillon 2016 Mount Barker Wine Show % fermented in new and older French oak, this beautifully made wine has aromas of cut grass, greengage and lemon zest. Subtle and restrained, there is lovely mid-palate intensity for what is a compelling example of the style. Rating: 92 points James Halliday 2018

The aromas of savoury dry pinot is in the modern idiom. The palate has a deliciously subtly sweet fruit middle but the dry savoury finish is classic Provence.

Rating: 91 points Ray Jordan Wine Guide 2018 Decanter Asia Wine Show 2017 Light, bright pink; tangy, fresh and clearly varietal, with crisp strawberry/ wild strawberry flavours.

spicty with lots of black pepper aromatics. Full-bodied, firm with good acidity.

7 Regional wines are elegant and graceful wines. They are high quality wines that reflect varietal and regional characteristics. Perfectly approachable upon release, they will however, reveal their strength and pedigree with further appropriate cellaring. Pemberton Pinot Rosé Pale onion skin blush. The aromas of savoury dry pinot is in the modern idiom. The palate has a deliciously subtly sweet fruit middle but the dry savoury finish is classic Provence. Made as a modern drinking food wine and it does it so well. Rating: 91 points Ray Jordan Wine Guide 2018 Decanter Asia Wine Show 2017 Light, bright pink; tangy, fresh and clearly varietal, with crisp strawberry/ wild strawberry flavours. Rating: 90 points James Halliday 2019 Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 Mount Barker Regional Series Shiraz International Wine Challenge London Big, ripe, quite spicty with lots of black pepper aromatics. Full-bodied, firm with good acidity. Top 2018 Decanter Wine Show London 93/100 New Release Tasting 2018 Royal Hobart International Wine & Spirit New Release Tasting 2018 Aromas of blackcurrant and plums, with leathery complexity. Lovely savoury flavours on the palate with pleasant varietal lift International Wine Challenge London Smooth, elegant cassis fruit with a savoury forest floor; firm and long tannins Decanter Wine Show London International Wine & Spirit Royal Queensland

Debut wines are fresh, fruity, exuberant wines which remain true at all times to their

Sparkling Brut NV 91/100 Magazine July 2015 Debut Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2017 Nice

Nice creamy, fluffy finish and plenty of persistent flavour.

place in the hearts of Australians, not sure why, but they also hold a special place

5/10 Max Crus - Grape Expectations New Releases 2017 A 70/30% blend.

8 Debut wines are fresh, fruity, exuberant wines which remain true at all times to their varietal origin. Sparkling Brut NV 91/100 Magazine July 2015 Debut Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2017 Nice grassy and tropical aromas with an elegant, herbaceous slightly sweet palate that is full of flavour. Debut Chardonnay /100 Magazine July 2015 This is part of a consistent value range from this impressive WA producer. Lifted aromatics with a surprising intensity and driving palate. Nice creamy, fluffy finish and plenty of persistent flavour. Rating: 89/100 Ray Jordan Top 100 Sparklings West Australian 2014 Ducks hold a special place in the hearts of Australians, not sure why, but they also hold a special place in our stomachs, as does this. Rating: 8.5/10 Max Crus - Grape Expectations New Releases 2017 A 70/30% blend. The aim of the Debut series is to provide wines ready to drink now, true of this wine, but the thrust and structure ex the semillon suggests there should be no panic about holding it for several years. Rating: 90 points James Halliday 2019 Debut Shiraz /100 New Release Tasting 2018 Debut Cabernet Merlot 2017 New Release Tasting 2018 Debut Pinot Noir /100 New Release Tasting 2017

Capel Vale Winery Wine Awards & Reviews

Capel Vale Winery Wine Awards & Reviews December 2018 Edition Awards & Reviews of 2018 Inside James Halliday 2019 Wine Companion Top 5 Red Stars Geographe Margaret River Pemberton Mount barker Single Vineyard