2022 Lake's Folly Red Blend 750ml

This wine is in a class of its own, personifying elegance, distinctiveness and originality. It defies conventional stereotypes, and thankfully so! This does not look like a Hunter wine, nor does it look like its unorthodox blend of 47/34/19% shiraz/merlot/petit verdot, all estate-grown. But it does look like a Lake's Folly, with all its purity, layers, perfume, composure and harmony. Few wineries have such a powerful and consistent style signature, and for this, it deserves high praise. Unashamedly medium-bodied with an ever-so-fine palate packed with notes of damson plum, cherry brandy, white roses, native violet and tuberose. It is graceful and has finesse and clarity in a way that few wines do. The oak handling has been exceptional, and the tannins are near-silent but ever-present. And all this in a challenging year. Bravo. Winery: Lake's Folly Varietal(s): Shiraz 47%, Merlot 34%, and Petit Verdot 19% Size: 750ml Country: Australia State: NSW Region: Hunter Valley Vintage: 2022 Alc/Vol: 13% Closure Type: Cork 97 Points - Halliday Rating 2024