Tasting notes:

Where wine meets art. Inspired by Bion Rice, educated in fine art and film-making, every small batch wine is an inspired work of art in itself. This example, \'Woman with Grapes\', has a label designed by Pedro de la Cruz in bright west-Coast colours. An unexpected blend of Pinot Noir, Nebbiolo and Grenache, the wine actually works really well. Medium-deep ruby in hue, the wine exhibits raspberries, strawberries and a hint of blackberries with cedarwood, milk chocolate and Indian spice. The palate is quite full-bodied, the flavours supported by racy acidity and linen tannins. With warming alcohol across the palate and on the savoury finish, the wine definitely needs a rich dish, such as Gascogne duck cassoulet. [Patricia Stefanowicz MW]