Trapeze 2024 Yarra Valley Gamay 'Six Js Vineyard'

"The 2025 Gamay from the Six Js Estate Vineyard, in Steels Creek (due North of Yarra Glen), is an understated ruby, with hints of violet, in the glass. Frankly, I am impressed by how just unreasonably alluring the aromatic profile is here. Fresh raspberries and cherries followed by plum blossom burst from the glass; then complexity in the form of classic Gamay notes of woven reed mats, orange rind, and crushed marjoram. There is a lovely touch of macerated cherry in the background along with a faint mineral edge. Overall, the aromatics feel very finely delineated, no mean feat while possessing ample depth and weight that never crosses over into being forced; "everything in its right place" - Tom York. The palate is fresh and bright yet remains nicely silky; good acid picks everything up and sweeps along to a moreish conclusion. Cherry and raspberry coulis, orange zest, fresh laurel; very likeable. Crushed stones on the conclusion. Balanced and delicious. Fine!" — David