Bunnamagoo Illustrates How Nurtured Fruit Picked at Their Peak Make Sensational Aussie Wines

Located in the wine-growing region of Mudgee in NSW, you will find two stunning estates owned by Bunnamagoo Estate Wines. From Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, and Merlot to Pinot Gris – Bunnamagoo has something for everyone! Expect traditional wine-making methods, ranges to suit every wine lover’s budget and plenty of options for foodies looking for food/wine pairings. Due to the size of the vineyards, the varietals grown offer the winemakers plenty of options with blends and paying homage to the distinct terroir across the regions.

Today we cover our picks of Bunnamagoo’s reds and whites between 2016 and 2021. Whether you prefer red or white, full-bodied or light and crisp, or want something to open now or cellar, Bunnamagoo Estate Wines consistently delivers versatile, high-value wines(*1).

What Does Bunnamagoo Mean?

Bunnamagoo means ‘the meeting of waters’ in the local Aboriginal dialect of the Wiradjuri people(*2,3).

A Quick Note on Fruit Harvesting Methods

Harvesting wine grapes is both an art form and a science. Choosing the precise day and time, harvesting method (and more) all affect the quality, juiciness, sweetness/tartness, and flavour of the bottled wine.

Vineyards either hand pick or machine harvest. There are pros and cons for each method. For example, hand-picking reduces the risk of the fruit skins being damaged while machine harvesting is far more efficient(*4).

Bunnamagoo Estate Wines: Dive into the Range of Reds and Whites Below!

The great variety of wines from Bunnamagoo Estate is made possible thanks to the geography of their two estates. The Bunnamagoo estate, located near Rockley in the Bathurst region of NSW sits at an altitude of 928m above sea level(*5). Combined with this high-altitude vineyard is Bunnamagoo’s estate in Mudgee(*6). Together, the two estates offer head winemaker, Robert Black ample varieties to work with and pristine growing conditions.

Did you know that Rockley, a National Trust Historic Village was one of the first settlements in the Bathurst region?(*7). The historic homestead you see on some of the Bunnamagoo labels is located at the Rockley estate(*8).

Bunnamagoo 2021 Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

Buy now and enjoy at once or cellar until the perfect warm summer’s day begs you to soak up the rays with a glass of Semillon Sauvignon Blanc!

• Aroma: Refreshing and bright tropical fruits(*1).
• Palate: Crisp and fresh yet soft, with those tropical fruits coming through. Expect citrus, freshly cut grass and mineral notes(*1,9). The minerality is reminiscent of Bordeaux Blanc(*9).
• Finish: Fine, dry, and cleansing thanks to the acidity from the citrus(*1,9)
• Price: From $19.99 per bottle.

Bunnamagoo 2021 Pinot Gris

• Aroma: Crunchy red apples and nashi pears(*10).
• Palate: Textural and slightly sweet with crunchy pears, apples and stone fruits with a small hint of acidity(*1,10).
• Finish: A stylish, somewhat dry finish(*10).
• Price: From $19.99 per bottle.

Bunnamagoo 2021 Chardonnay (Traditional Style)

We give this traditional style Chardonnay five stars for value and recommend giving it time to further develop over six to eight years(*11).

• Aroma: Lovely, succulent white stone fruits(*1,11).
• Palate: 10 months spent on oak gives this Chardonnay a rich, full flavour of luscious stone fruits(*1,11).
• Finish: Delicate, supple, and refreshing(*11).
• Price: From $19.99 per bottle.

Bunnamagoo 2021 Tempranillo

For a velvety, smooth wine, and the softest of the reds in the Bunnamagoo range, definitely try this Tempranillo(*1).

• Aroma: Ripe dark fruits(*12).
• Palate: Oh so smooth and velvety, this medium-bodied Tempranillo is bursting with juicy red fruits(*1,12).
• Finish: Soft, Delicate, graceful finish – extremely easy drinking(*1,12).
• Price: From $19.99 per bottle.

As lovers of cooler climate reds, the 2021 Mudgee Shiraz ticks all of our boxes(*1). This wine is aged in large American and French puncheons(*13). For the best enjoyment of this wine, allow it to develop over the coming decade. It will be worth the wait!

• Aroma: Mature mulberries and dark burgundy cherries with a hint of spice(*13).
• Palate: Medium to full, ‘fleshy’ body with really pretty red berry fruits mixed in with the darker red fruits and a dusting of tannins(*1,13).
• Finish: Full and flavoursome with excellent length(*1).
• Price: From $19.99 per bottle.

Bunnamagoo 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Merlot

For a slightly richer, fuller-bodied wine, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot blend is not to be missed(*1).

• Aroma: Mocha, dark chocolate, and raspberries(*15).
• Palate: Balanced mixture of red and dark fruits, brilliant complexity and definition with surprising freshness mid-palate(*1,15).
• Finish: Fine tannins on the finish(*1).
• Price: From $19.99 per bottle.

With all of these wines starting at $19.99 (in a six-bottle buy) or around $25 for a single bottle, they are accessible and regularly enjoyed by our customers.

Discover more from Bunnamagoo Estate in our wine blog or get in touch by phone or online with Summer Hill Wine Shop.

References

*1. Summer Hill Wine Shop. Bunnamagoo Estate Wines Mudgee NSW Australia. YouTube video. 2023.
*2. Bunnamagoo Estate Wines. Bunnamagoo Homestead. 2021.
*3. Mudgee Museum. The Wiradjuru. 2023.
*4. Goldammer, T. Harvesting Wine Grapes in Grape Grower’s Handbook. 3rd edn. Chapter 33. Apex Publishers. 2018.
*5. Geoview. Rockley. N.d.
*6. Bunnamagoo Estate Wines. Behind the Bottle. 2021.
*7. Bathurst Tourism. Rockley. 2023.
*8. Bunnamagoo Estate Wines. The Historic Bunnamagoo Homestead. 2021.
*9. Summer Hill Wine Shop. 2021 Bunnamagoo Estate Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Mudgee. 2023.
*10. Summer Hill Wine Shop. 2021 Bunnamagoo Estate Pinot Gris Mudgee. 2023.
*11. Summer Hill Wine Shop. 2021 Bunnamagoo Estate Chardonnay Central Ranges. 2023.
*12. Summer Hill Wine Shop. 2021 Bunnamagoo Estate Tempranillo Mudgee. 2023.
*13. Summer Hill Wine Shop. 2021 Bunnamagoo Estate Shiraz Mudgee. 2023.
*14. Summer Hill Wine Shop. 2016 Bunnamagoo Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Mudgee. 2023.
*15. Summer Hill Wine Shop. 2019 Bunnamagoo Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Merlot Mudgee. 2023.