2017 Ruggabellus Fluus

The perfect introduction to the unique red wines from Abel Gibson. New Barossa at a great price.
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Fluus (meaning 'Flow') is a delicious, unfettered blend of red Rhone varieties from the Barossa Valley, compiled and composited by the skilled hands of Abel Gibson.

Abel describes it as, "lighter weight, a great introduction to the style of red wine we make". There is wonderful balance in the glass here, a fresh and juicy version of a Barossa Valley red wine with a delicious underlying earthy element which anchors the wine and sets it apart from some of other the 'jubey' modern red wines of the region.

Fluus is excellent value for money and a perfect way to get acquainted with this gem of a Barossa producer. 

We are keen to understand the uniquely Australian character of our wines. We use no new oak. For our reds we are attracted to vineyards that allow us to pick earlier in an effort to preserve vitality, crunch and intrigue.

Our wines range from 10% to 100% whole bunch and all wine movements are done using gravity. We nearly always harvest on 'fruit' days. All ferments are unseeded and allowed to progress naturally. All wines are bottled under screw cap. We sincerely hope they become a valuable contribution to the evolving nature of Australian wine.

93 Points - "Texture is important here, so silky, soft too, feathery tannins just a breeze over the slosh of dark plummy fruit and then a kiss of almost tactile, peppery spice. Lovely stuff. It has that sense of heartiness without tipping into full on, supple in the mouth and dreamy with its kiss of sweet fruit and herbal stuff to close. Just so. A delightful balance between the richness and freshness. So. Easy. To. Drink. And fantastic." - Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)

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    4 years ago

    Sorry you didn't enjoy the Fluus Ian. It's definitely a leaner style for the Barossa, from a cooler year too. Let us know if we can ever provide some suggestions for anything else. Cheers :)

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