Good Pair Days - Goon Tycoons Chenin Blanc 2019

Unfined, unruly, unfiltered and wild, the Goon Tycoons are ripping up the rulebook and seeking adventure in Western Australia's finest wine regions. Set up by three kindred spirits, looking for a way out of their day jobs and into the world of viticulture, this is a winery which takes the notion of expression very seriously indeed. Margaret River has long been the home of pioneering spirits, and the Goon Tycoons are on a mission to unlock the potential of its lesser known nooks and crannies.

With a love for Grenache, which grows with wild abandon in the Margaret River, Goon Tycoons are consistently on the lookout for the best terroirs, offering the most fascinating set of flavours and characteristics. They've also experienced great success with Riesling, and have begun to dip their new-age toes into that most Aussie of grapes: Shiraz. No matter which vines they work with, Goon Tycoons will always seek a way to put their own unique spin on things, based on the principles of small-batch production, heightened levels of expression, and a wild and rebellious approach. They've got all the ingredients for a cult classic – so get in there before they hit the big time!

A smoky, textural marvel. Plenty of lemon and white peach, overlaid with some woodsmoke and saltiness, and then with texture and acidity to burn. Real power here from some oak ageing, but then fresh and tangy on the finish. An unusual, wonderful wine.