2025 Los Hermanos Homenaje
A Catalonian style blend of Tempranillo, Grenache and Mataro from the King Valley and Heathcote, wild fermented and aged ten months in third use barriques with no new oak. Dark cherry, plum and warm spice over generous berry fruit, savoury notes and gently firm tannins.
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Tasting Notes
NOSE
Dark cherry and ripe plum, layered with warm spice.
PALATE
Generous berry fruit balanced by savoury notes and gently firm tannins, leading to a lingering finish.
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THE BLEND
Paying homage to a classic Catalonian red blend this wine spans a spectrum of characters with the result being far greater than the sum of its parts. With cool climate influences at the core of all three components, the Garnacha and Mataro provide spice and elegance, while the Tempranillo brings rich berry fruit characters and strong savoury tannins. Juicy natural acidity helps to lift and lengthen the palate while the absence of new oak during the ageing process ensures the wine displays a sense of place rather than winemaker influence.
VINTAGE
The 2025 season stands among Victoria's best this century. Calm dry weather during flowering delivered ample fruit set, a rare treat compared to that of recent years. Summer then brought ideal conditions: moderate rain, no extreme heat, and steady ripening that preserved acidity, built structure, and intensified flavour. A truly exceptional vintage for whites and reds alike.
WINEMAKING
Each parcel was de-stemmed into small open fermenters, where wild yeast began fermentation. Hand plunging three times daily enhanced flavour and tannin extraction, with ferments peaking at 33°C. Once dry, the grapes were pressed, settled for 48 hours, then racked into third-use barriques. After 10 months of ageing, the varieties were blended in February 2026, lightly filtered and bottled without fining.
Best paired with
- Slow-cooked lamb shoulder with rosemary
- Smoky chorizo and lentil stew
- Roasted eggplant with smoked paprika