Grape Variety:  100% Viognier

The surly muse reflects the technique of ageing 'surlie' (on lees) for an extended period, giving palate texture and phenolics. Combing the rich texture from lees ageing with the heady aromatics of Viognier gives a white blend with body and freshness.

Sub Region: Moppa

Winemaking: Located on the Barossa’s Western Ridge, the red iron ridge soils are hard and compact and the area is dry so we pick early to preserve the natural acidity. Naturally fermented and aged ‘surlie’ (on lees) in French oak barriques, we then bottle the wine unfiltered and unfined.

The Wine: Rich gold in colour with bright straw coloured highlights. The nose displays aromas of apricots, honeysuckle, wild fennel and grapefruit. The palate is rich but restrained, with succulent tropical flavours that are matched with fresh acidity, a broad texture and a taught band of minerality.