Sons of Eden Pumpa Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

95 POINTS: Sam Kim, Wine orbit
94 POINTS: James Suckling
93 POINTS: James Halliday

"A fabulous rendition of the variety, showing blackcurrant, thyme, clove and elegant oak aromas, followed by a beautifully weighted palate offering succulent fruit intensity with supple texture and chalky tannins. Rich and mouthfilling, yet with poise and grace, making it gorgeously drinkable"
- Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

"Savory and spice-driven, with aromas of blackcurrants, mulberries, dried herbs, cedar and tobacco leaves. The palate is full-bodied with seamless tannins and focused acidity, giving notes of blueberry bush, dark cherries, graphite and sarsaparilla. Very well balanced and supple with an underlying power."
- James Suckling

"Plenty to like here. Bright blackberry pastille and blackcurrant fruits, laden with spice, sage and earthen tone. Some high-toned floral flecks as well, bright acidity and gentle, powdery tannins to boot. Good vibrant drinking."
- James Halliday

The PUMPA is a blend of Eden Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Tempranillo varieties. Named as a tribute to Len PUMPA and his fellow Eden Valley Vignerons who pioneered and persisted in one of Australia's most challenging but rewarding viticultural regions. Eden Valley had a mix of British and continental European settlers that tried their hand at grape-growing. When times were tough particularly in the 1920s many turned away from viticulture, however the Prussian settlers like Len PUMPA persisted in the face of difficulty, preserving the vineyard resources

“The partnership of viticulturist Simon Cowham and winemaker Corey Ryan is turning out some stunning wines.” – Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker Wine Advocat