William Downie Bull Swamp (Gippsland) 2024 Provence The fruit originates from vineyards

The fruit originates from vineyards near the village of Vertus

Stuart’s vinous passion was developed in WW2 Europe where he developed a fondness for the wines of Burgundy

A long and comforting finish - although light in alcohol

white pepper and slate all race across the palate

to say the least

William Downie Bull Swamp (Gippsland) 2024 Provence The fruit originates from vineyardsThe Wine This dry grown vineyard was planted in 1981 on old, red volcanic soils at 150m elevation. There are four separate parcels of Pinot Noir, two north facing blocks of MV6 and another of Abel, as well as a more sheltered south facing block of MV6. The wine smells of ripe dark fruits including blueberry, blackberry and blackcurrant as well poached autumnal fruits quince, medlar and pear. The palate is rich and weighty with rose hip, mace and black