The wines

The wines are created by careful and gentle handling, from the selection and picking of the fruit through to the bottling and cellaring of the final product. Using age old winemaking methods along with patience and attention to detail we're able to produce wines that we're proud to offer you. The first Joshua’s Fault Cabernet was laid down in 2001 and was awarded a Bronze Medal at its first outing to the Canberra Region Wine Show. Our wines have been very well received by the trade, with a focus on fine dining venues. The wine show circuit allows us to compare our wines with other producers, but it's the

acceptance of our product by industry professionals in a very competitive environment which we have found most rewarding. Continued consumer preference for our wines has meant we've been able to retain our place on many fine dining restaurant wine lists from vintage to vintage. Our single-vineyard wines are hand-made in small batches with great attention to detail. We use only the very best French oak from Siruge, Seguin Moreau and Francois Frères. Consequently, our production is limited and the wines have sold out every year.

	The Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 — Just Released The start of Vintage 2007 saw the region severely affected by spring frosts. The Joshua’s Fault vineyard with its cool air drainage aspect received only minor damage. Consequently the 2007 features primary fruit with intense varietal flavours which are nicely integrated with French oak. Some lovely cassis and cigar box characters are developing. This wine will age gracefully. I love blue cheese with this comforting red.
	The Chardonnay 2009 The 2009 Chardonnay displays a light, bright straw colour. Typical cool climate citrus aromas are beautifully enhanced by subtle French oak characters. Refreshing grapefruit and peach flavours precede a lovely mid palate softness followed by a long, clean finish. Fantastic with oysters, lime and fresh ground black pepper.
	The Rosé 2010 The 2009 Chardonnay displays a light, bright straw colour. Typical cool climate citrus aromas are beautifully enhanced by subtle French oak characters. Refreshing grapefruit and peach flavours precede a lovely mid palate softness followed by a long, clean finish. Fantastic with oysters, lime and fresh ground black pepper.
	Blanc de Blancs Methode Traditionelle 2008 Our Sparkler is made entirely from estate grown cool climate Chardonnay. Hand picking and whole bunch pressingensires freshness and elegance. Fermentation, tirage and maturation in the traditional method add complexity and depth of character. The final Liquer d' expedition completes the process to achieve a balanced, generous palate.

Archived wines

The Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
This wine has a lovely colour derived from extended skin contact. Cassis characters dominate the nose and these varietal highlights meld with soft oak and fine tannins on the palate. Enjoy with crackers and Stilton. Drink now to 2015.   SOLD OUT

The Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Celebrating the vineyard’s tenth year we picked this beautifully ripe Cabernet mid April 2005. The vine canes had hardened off nicely and still held a full canopy of foliage. The fruit was crushed into open fermenters for extended skin contact, basket pressed then matured in French hogshead for 24 months. This traditionally hand made wine has blackcurrant and spice aromas. These are carried on the palate where there are hints of dark chocolate and black cherries overlaying fine tannins. It is robust, well balanced and very long.   SOLD OUT

The Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
Hints of cherry, blackcurrant and cigar box on the nose introduce a nicely balanced wine with rich ripe fruit flavours. Dark chocolate characters add to the opulent mouthfeel of this wine. A natural match with lamb this Cabernet also complements hard cheeses.   SOLD OUT

The Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
This elegant wine was fermented on skins for two weeks, then basket-pressed into French hogsheads for extended maturation. Ripe fruit aromas, rich varietal flavours and gentle oak combine over time to produce a rich, smooth wine overlaid with hints of blackcurrant, plum, cinnamon and cigar box. The wine complements osso bucco, roast lamb and garlic, and hard cheeses.   SOLD OUT

The Chardonnay 2008
From a spectacular growing season came this ripe, flavoursome fruit. As the wine ages the typical citrus flavours are accentuated. This Chardonnay is drinking beautifully with full flavours of grapefruit and subtle peach with a moreish, long dry finish.   SOLD OUT

The Chardonnay 2006
Cool climate grown Chardonnay flavours of ripe grapefruit overlaying peach characters typify this wine. It was whole bunch pressed into new French barriques and barrel fermented. A portion underwent natural fermentation and malo-lactic fermentation. Regular barrel stirring (battonage) was employed to ensure yeast lees contact with the wine for further complexity. A stunning match with pan fried flathead fillets, Tasmanian scallops or pork medallions.   SOLD OUT

The Rosé 2008
Flavoursome and refreshing, this Cabernet rosé has got summertime written all over it! Beautifully ripe, this wine has the flavours of summer berries and cherry. Served slightly chilled it may be enjoyed with a wide range of food styles such as grilled meat, seafood and especially Thai curries.   SOLD OUT