The Parola’s Durif has long been the flagship of our fleet. While not released every year, we relish them all the more in those unicorn years when they appear. Possessing a concentration, palate weight and viscosity unlike any other, previous vintages of this wine have been likened to "a hippopotamus in a tutu" - a graceful, lithe and supple creature of substantial structure.

Completely opaque with a dark crimson rim. A pool of deep blue and black fruits on the nose - blueberry, blackberry, cassis, and a flicker of vanilla bean from high quality oak.

Deep and rich on entry - pure dark fruits, blood plum, mocha, dark chocolate, licorice twist and more. Firmly structured as you would expect from a young Durif, with fruit and oak tannins meshing neatly together. Completely mouth filling, though balanced with a long, flowing finish. 

An absolutely decadent wine to enjoy now, or leave for 8-10 years to enjoy with bottle aged character.

TROPHY - RL Seppelt trophy for best red wine produced in the Rutherglen region (2023 Rutherglen Wine Show)
TROPHY - Winemakers of Rutherglen trophy for best Australian Durif (2023 Rutherglen Wine Show)
TOP GOLD MEDAL - Durif class (2023 Rutherglen Wine Show)