Brilliant ruby in aspect, with aromas of perfumed red berry fruit, violets and vanilla, leading to an intense, complex palate of ripe strawberry, raspberry and cherry, with some cedar wood notes and well integrated oak and acidity. Pair with game and poultry.

As has long been European practice, Australian vignerons are now increasingly aware of the importance of single vineyard wines. Two of Australia's most respected wine families, De Bortoli and Shelmerdine, have joined forces to foster this ideal within the Yarra Valley. Lusatia Park Vineyard established in 1985 was the unique vineyard site chosen for the PHI project.

Derived from the 21st letter of the ancient Greek alphabet, PHI symbolises perfect balance and harmony. These are virtues both the Shelmerdine and De Bortoli families value highly in wine. Similarly, these qualities have, over time, been identified as hallmarks of the Lusatia Park Vineyard. Together their philosophy is simple - to gently nurture wines while maintaining the character of the vineyard.

PHI brings together two diverse but complementary wine partners. The Shelmerdine family has vast viticultural experience in central and southern Victoria and for the past thirty five years has committed to identifying and developing distinctive vineyard sites. Equally, the De Bortoli family, with its long history of winemaking, has a strong understanding of what a 'sense of place' can bring to wine.

Lusatia Park Vineyard is situated at Woori Yallock, high in the south-east hills of the Yarra Valley. This elevated, maritime influenced site enjoys significantly cooler conditions to those of the valley floor, lending itself to more elegant wine styles. Planted in 1985 to Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, the densely spaced vines are now 20 years old. A combination of intensive hand-cultivation, low yields, cool climatic conditions and volcanic rocky soil produces fruit with distinctive characters and flavours. Lusatia Park takes its name from the historical European region of Lusatia. Home to the Sorbian peoples, Lusatia (trans.'water-hole') is a land of hills and meadows, fertile soils and lakes.