Rufus was a beloved Hereford bull from the Reschke stud and was treated like one of the family. The same soils that Rufus presided now produce some of the best Cabernet Sauvignon in the country. This elegant, fruit driven wine that will age beautifully if cellared with care. Estate grown and low cropping created a Cabernet with a perfectly balanced palate of intense blackcurrant and cassis with hints of chocolate and eucalypt and a hint of cedary oak. Supported by silky tannins and balanced acidity, this wine is simply amazing value.

Reschke's Cellar Release range presents a collection of wines crafted with meticulous care resulting in wines of exceptional quality. Each wine in the Cellar Release range showcases Reschke's commitment to producing exceptional vintages that exemplify the unique terroir of their region, delivering a harmonious balance of flavours and a memorable drinking experience. This Cabernet Sauvignon is deep ruby in colour, and exhibits enticing aromas of blackcurrants and cedar. The palate reveals layers of ripe blackberries, dark chocolate, and subtle spice, with integrated oak and soft tannins for a complex and lingering finish.

The Reschke history and its close relationship with Coonawarra began in 1906 with the establishment of a prime Hereford stud in the heart of the region. It is this cattle grazing heritage that is reflected in the Reschke bull logo, and the names of the premium Reschke wines.

A beautifully fragrant nose of lifted plum, black current and cedar oak. The palate displays excellent fruit intensity with dark berries, chocolate and bay leaf.

This Merlot is a soft and fruit rich wine with vibrant ripe red berry fruit a rich mid palate and soft round finish of bright ripe berries. The rich red and dark berry fruit flavours linger with vibrance and intensity, with subtle French oak characters providing length and texture.

This Rosé displays the perfumed cool climate characters of rose petal, strawberry, satsuma plum and crisp cherry. The rosé is fresh and lively on the palate matching the vibrancy of the aromatics and finishing with lingering fresh firm berry fruits.

The Vitulus 19 displays a dark ruby red colour, with hints of green peppercorn and forest floor on the nose. The palate provides fruit intensity, embodying flavours of blackcurrant and light blueberry alongside refreshing dried herbs. High sandy tannins and integrated vanillin oak characteristics provide a long and engaging finish.

Coonawarra is regarded as Australia's premier region for Cabernet Sauvignon. The Reschke properties are located on the famous strip of 'terra rossa' soil in Coonawarra and has been owned by the family for almost 100 years. The fruit selected for Empyrean is the best on their 10.8 acre site and is only made in exceptional years.

This Shiraz is full bodied with a smooth rich texture. The blackberry and notes of dark cherry, bay leaf and dark chocolate are nicely balanced with spicy oak characters. The lengthy palate is concentrated and mouth filling, displaying outstanding depth and intensity.