Experience the grandeur of Farvie's inaugural 2018 vintage - Grenache and Syrah that earned scores of 19.5/20 and 19/20, respectively. As two of the finest debut wines I've savored, they captivated palates. Transitioning to the cooler 2019 vintage, did they succumb to the 'second album syndrome'? Thrillingly, the cooler climate and lower yields bestowed a captivating savory spice essence upon these wines. While slightly less overtly refined than the glossy 2018s, they boast an immensely compelling depth of flavour, precision, and textured richness. This vintage befits Farvie Syrah perfectly, earning a near-perfect 19.5 score, while Farvie Grenache achieves a mighty 19. The wines resonate with red fruit, distinct from the norm of black fruit-dominant peers. Amidst acclaimed regions like Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Rhône, and Languedoc, Syrah and Grenache typically evoke deep black fruit with sporadic red fruit tones. Yet, Farvie's wines, sourced from Swinney's Frankland River vineyards and shaped by Mann's celestial craft, exude a uniquely dense red and intricately earthy profile - an unparalleled experience. A mere 176 cases each of these single pick, single block wines exist; an imperative addition to your cellar.