Matthew Jukes: My Top 20 Producers

Decanter, widely regarded as the World’s best wine magazine, published Matthew Jukes’ list of his Top 20 South Australian Producers in their April 2010 edition.  Of these 20 wineries, JHL Wine proudly distribute 3!

Matthew Jukes said:

Kay Brothers Amery

Star wine: 2004 ‘Hillside’ Shiraz, 18.5 points
“Still, inexplicably, a relatively unknown estate in the UK, Kay Brothers Amery makes some of the world’s most impactful, authentic Shiraz; Block 6 (planted in 1892) is Australia’s most amazing single-vineyard.  The winery, headed by Colin Kay, is ancient and wine styles haven’t changed in more than a century – this is one property in perfect harmony with its site and soil.”  (To read more about Kay Brothers Amery, click here).

Tim Adams Wines

Star wine:   2006 ‘The Fergus’, 18 points
“I’ve followed Tim’s wines for 25 years and he’s never missed a beat.  The reasons for his success include making wines that are incredible value for money as well as maintaining a work ethic which defies belief.  His Riesling and Semillon are supermarket favourites and this Fergus, a Grenache-based blend, is a budget icon.  Aberfeldy, his top Shiraz is a stunner too, and he also dabbles with Tempranillo and Pinot Gris, with excellent results.”  (To read more about Tim Adams Wines, click here).

Ashton Hills Vineyard

Star wine:  2007 ‘Reserve’ Pinot Noir, 19 points
“Stephen George is one of the most naturally gifted winemakers in Australia.  His single-vineyard estate makes tear-jerkingly delicious Pinot, an exceptional sparkling rose and an assassin-fierce Riesling among other beauties.  Why then are his wines not available in the UK?  I have to ship them in myself because I cannot live without some Ashton Hill magic in my life.”  (To read more about Ashton Hills Vineyard, click here).