A new flurry of starry reviews from Sam Kim for Wine Orbit

Today we are raising our glasses to a new flurry of starry wine reviews from Sam Kim for Wine Orbit.

Sam is a renowned senior judge, wine educator and wine writer based in Auckland who specialises in Australia and New Zealand fine wines.  We delight in sharing our sustainable, single-vineyard, Margaret River wines with Sam for tasting, we could not be more delighted with his stellar reviews and generous scores.

Passel Estate 2023 Sauvignon Blanc:  93 Points
“Intensely aromatic and inviting, the bouquet features green apple, grapefruit, lemongrass, and subtle spice aromas, followed by a finely focused palate that’s juicy and lively. Splendidly structured with crisp acidity, it’s mouthwatering and lingers.”

Passel Estate 2023 Chardonnay:  95 Points
“Elegant and complex, the enticing bouquet reveals ripe peach, rockmelon, lemon peel, oatmeal and biscotti characters with a hint of flinty overtone. The palate displays excellent concentration and a flowing mouthfeel, beautifully supported by finely pitched acidity, leading to a persistent, refined finish.”

Passel Estate 2022 Syrah:  94 Points
“Gorgeously styled and expressed, the wine shows Black Doris plum, sweet cherry, tapenade, warm spice, tar, and toasted almond characters. It’s equally satisfying in the mouth with succulent fruit intensity, a silky texture, and beautifully infused tannins, finishing impressively long and complex.”

Passel Estate 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon:  95 Points
“A wonderful expression of the variety, showing blackcurrant, thyme, fennel, roasted hazelnut, and floral aromas, followed by a splendidly structured palate that’s succulent and plump. Tannins are fine and beautifully integrated, leading to a long, captivating finish.”

Passel Estate 2021 Lot 71 Reserve Syrah:  95 Points
“Beautifully composed and styled, showing dark plum, wild strawberry, olive, cured meat, dried flower, and nutmeg nuances on the nose. The palate offers excellent weight and a supple mouthfeel, finely structured by polished tannins, making it wonderfully harmonious and balanced with a persistent, elegant finish.”

Passel Estate 2018 Lot 71 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon:  96 Points
“Seductive and sensually appealing, it showcases blackcurrant, tobacco, olive, clove, and cedar notes, creating a concentrated palate that’s multi-layered and harmonious. Sophisticated and superbly structured, with a sustained, gratifying finish.”