The second release of this wine exhibits greater depth and texture, showcasing the winemaker Adam Wadewitz's improved understanding of the grape and site, which is located on Maslin sands over ironstone. The wine offers a balanced combination of chewiness and vibrancy, featuring flavors of tart golden apples, ripe Meyer lemon, cool stone fruit, and sea spray, along with savory notes of crushed fennel seed, white pepper, and a waxy chalkiness. Integrated barrel and malolactic fermentation notes enhance the flavor and mouthfeel, while an intriguing saline quality complements the subtle grip and the lively natural acidity. This wine is superbly refined and detailed, making it thrillingly enjoyable.

MMAD Vineyard, owned by a partnership of Martin Shaw, Michael Hill Smith MW, Adam Wadewitz, and David LeMire MW, brings together a team of experienced wine professionals. Martin and Michael, cousins who founded Shaw + Smith winery in Adelaide Hills in 1989, are part of this partnership. Adam and David, now co-CEOs at Shaw + Smith, with Adam serving as Chief Winemaker and David as Head of Sales and Marketing, contribute their expertise to MMAD Vineyard as well.

Halliday Rating: 97 points