2011 Cumulus Chardonnay

“We're unashamed Chardonnay buffs and can never resist Cumulus Estate's from their ideal growing location 620m up in cool-climate high-country outside Orange in NSW's Central West. Their just released 2011 Chardonnay is deservedly Cumulus Estate's flagship white, a premium drop ($35) with beautiful melon and stone fruit flavours, creamy nutty oak and a crisp acidity. A perfect match with white meat dishes or creamy pastas.”
The Melbourne Observer, 26th March, 2013,

2010 Cumulus Shiraz

“Cumulus comes from a 508-hectare estate belonging principally to Portugal's Berardo family, owners, too, of several Portuguese estates. Cumulus 2009 shiraz reviewed a year ago, showed more classic fine-boned, cool-climate style. But the 2010 seems notably fuller in style, with stronger firmer tannins - albeit silky, smooth and easy to drink. Winemaker Debbie Lauritz says "We included 10 per cent whole bunches in the press for the 2010, giving the tannins a savoury twist and increasing the texture."”
Chris Shanahan, The Canberra Times, 20th March 2013,

2012 Climbing Pinot Gris

“There's plenty of Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio out there with an identity crisis lacking varietal character and spunk. Some even blur the lines of what is Gris or Grigio. Not this wine I can happily say! Engaging aromas of honeysuckle, poached pear with a tiny waft of peach skin get you in the mood. The palate is swamped by generous fruit which is very well balanced with the flavours flowing seamlessly from the nose. Some cinnamon like spice kicks through adding to the depth of flavour leaving a finish which lingers nicely. A very good value wine with textural interest. http://qwineblog.blogspot.com.au/”
Steve, QWine Blogspot, March 2013,

2011 Cumulus Chardonnay

“Another cool climate classic from the Orange wine region. On opening the bottle, aromas of hazelnut, oak, melon and fig were detected - a great combination. And, on tasting, a clean, balanced chardonnay with a tight structure and just enough white stone fruit and melon flavours to go with a nutty oak was revealed. The finish was crisp and even. 93 points.”
Brett Smith, Geelong Advertiser, 7th March, 2013,

Cumulus Wines

“Cumulus is firing across the board, doing taut, modern chardonnay, as well as savoury, dry rose and deliciously medium-bodied shiraz with enticing cool climate spice. ”
Patrick Haddock, Rex Airlines Magazine, 5th March 2013,

2010 Cumulus Shiraz

“This deep, dark red, aged for 15 months, has a bouquet packing a fruit filled punch. A lusty drop from the cool climes of Orange in New South Wales, this wine is smoother than Gary Ablett Jnr's head featuring a touch of spice and flavours of baked rhubarb and plums. Very nice. 93 Points”
Shaun Viljoen, The Geelong Advertiser, 28 Feb, 2013,

2011 Cumulus Chardonnay

“Soft at heart but racy through the finish. Lots of fleshy, chubby, textural elements here. Fair hint of toasty oak too. Nectarine-like fruit flavour goes toe-to-toe with the oak and winemaking elements. Tasty for the most part then tidy through the finish. I had to scratch my head and contemplate this one awhile but I reckon they've produced an excellent chardonnay. 91+ points.”
Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front, 17 Feb 2013,

2012 Rolling Sparkling Pinot Grigio Chardonnay

“On a balmy summer's evening, this bright, fresh bubbly from the NSW Central Ranges slips down a treat. An unusual blend of cool climate Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay (50/50), it creamy mousse and vibrant flavours of apple and pear pair beautifully with canapes, seafood and bbq chook. ”
Christine, Food, Wine, Travel, Feb 2013,

2012 Climbing Pinot Gris

“Lively wine with spot on aromatics for Pinot Gris - pear skin, citrus and nutty notes. A dry, slightly fleshy, savoury palate tat is moorish. Easy drinking style providing enough texture to hold your attention. Highly recommended.”
Clive Hartley, Australian Wine Guide, Feb 2013,

2012 Climbing Pinot Gris

“From the cool climate Orange region where the exceedingly popular pinot gris/grigio variety excels. Brimming with vitality, citrus and pear fruit flavours, honeyed characters and crisp, clean finish.”
Kerry Skinner, Illawarra Mercury, 2 Feb, 2013

2010 Climbing Merlot

“The label reflects the high elevation vineyards in the Orange region, especially those situated on Mount Canobolas. Although merlot has struggled for recognition in Australia as a single variety, it has proven to be an excellent partner for cabernet sauvignon in regions such as Margaret River and Coonawarra. Climbing's winemaker Debbie Lauritz is a self proclaimed merlotphile and her devotion to the cause comes through impressively with this effort. This wine offers rousing fruit-personified and refined flavours, proving that Orange has the gears to produce top quality Merlot.”
John Fordham, Highlife Magazine, 1 March, 2013

Easy Drinking Rose - 2012 Luna Rosa Rosado

“I'm very partial to a rose, and even more so in summer - it's just the thing to sip in the sun. This one is made in the Portuguese style (which is why it is called rosado) and is light and refreshing with a touch of sweetness, but has a nice dry finish. It's going to go perfectly with my famous larb salad. Enjoy with: any spicy Asian dishes.”
Food Director, Donna Hay, March 2013

2012 Rolling Sparkling Pinot Grigio Chardonnay

“The pinot gris/pinot grigio variety has had a spectacular rise in Australian vineyards. The Orange cool-climate Rolling vineyard is a successful pinot gris-pinot grigio producer, and winemaker Debbie Lauritz has produced a sparkler based on a 50-50 blend of pinot grigio and chardonnay. The wine has grassy scents and crisp granny smith apple flavour features on the front of the palate. Pear, shortbread and creamy oak characters combine on the middle palate and mineral-edged acid comes through at the finish. Drink with: Smoked salmon and avocado sushi Ageing: Two years ”
John Lewis, Newcastle Herald, 25 January 2013

Uncorked - 2010 Climbing Merlot

“Good merlot varietal personality marks this wine, from Orange, NSW. The pleasant aroma is reminiscent of raspberries, juicy plums and gentle spice. It's medium-bodied and fresh-tasting, with a good mix of savoury and ripe flavours, supported by some very fine tannins. Score: 92/100 Value: fantastic Ageing: Drink over three years Food ideas: Roast vegetable pizza, pink lamb loin ”
Ralph Kyte-Powell, The Age, 15 January, 2013

Top festive red wines for 2012 - Luna Rose 2012

“Mediterranean varieties grenache and mourvedre picked at night to retain grape freshness and delivering a delicate fragrance. There's pale pink tones, juicy strawberry to white mulberry fruits with a subtle spice dryish texturals. Rating: 4 out of 5 stars 'A cut above Food: Chorizo and other spicy nibbles ”
Tony Love, Daily Telegraph, Taste, December 11 2012 | Read more

Top drops make for a vintage year

“Best Rose: Luna Rosa 2012 The Iberians are coming. As far afield as Orange, Cumulus winemaker Debbie Lauritz and Portuguese colleague Francisco Antunes combined to produce the excellent and savoury Luna Rosa 2012 Rosado ($15). Packed with juicy cherry-berry freshness, the creamy palate and whisper of sugar go down very easily, which is a rose's primary reason for being, surely? ”
Jeni Port, The Age, December 11, 2012 | Read more

The best Rose' I've had in years - 2012 Luna Rosa

“...A beautiful pink/slight red wine in colour with lifted rose petal, violet notes and perfumed red fruits...The best rose I've had in years.”
Jim McMahon, Corkscrew, October 29, 2012

2012 Luna Rosa Rosado

“Old world tradition fuses with New World fruit and technology. The result? A delightful rose...This type of Rose which will nail the style as the new wave of the genre in Australia.”
Gilbert Labour, 28 October 2012 | Read more

2011 Rolling Pink

“Made largely from cool-climate Shiraz near Orange, this lively drop lives up to it's name with a vibrant coral-pink hue. Offering a strawberry and berry perfume with subtle grapefruit tang, fresh berry characters again appear on the palate, balanced by crisp acidity.”
Australian Traveller Magazine, October, 2012

Jeff Collerson's Pick - 2010 Climbing Merlot

“...Shows good ripe fruit with well-extracted cherry and plum flavours. Tannins are present but they are unobtrusive. ”
Jeff Collerson, Daily Telegraph, Saturday 1 Sept, 2012

Intense Aromatics - 2010 Climbing Merlot

“...This shows a heap of intensity in it's aromatic lift and great, rich purple plum fruit flavour. It also has a deft lacing of texture and grip underneath all those attractive, high notes to finish with aplomb.”
Tony Love, Daily Telegraph, Tuesday 4 Sept 2012

One for the Sunday Roast - 2010 Climbing Merlot

“When you've as self-confessed Merlot Tragic at the helm, you can be assured the wine they'll be producing will be top-notch-and such is the case with the 2010 Climbing Merlot from Orange NSW. ...Ripe berry fruit and plum aromas to the supple tannins, the dark toasted oak flavours and natual acidity that gives it brightness and lift.”
David Ellis, Canberra Weekly 30 August 2012

A silky, ripe and juicy wine - 2010 Climbing Merlot

“...This merlot has loads of powerful flavour but with the hallmark softness of merlot...A silky, ripe and juicy wine with lovely texture and lingering flavours. ”
Katrina Holden, sipyourstyle, August 2012 | Read more

2010 Climbing Merlot

“...plum, mulberry and dark chocolate aromas pervade the nose...full front palate of black fruit with gravelly tannins, and a drying minerality...It's certainly up there with the serious Merlot crowd and that's a good thing.”
Patrick Haddock, The Wining Pom, 3 August 2012 | Read more

2010 Climbing Merlot Features in the 30 Great Australian Wines under $20

“Our Climbing Merlot 2010 has been receiving some wonderful press and we were happy to see this smart wine feature in the 30 Great Australian Wines under $20. What are you waiting for...”
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2010 Cumulus Chardonnay - a premium Chardonnay

“...The fruit, such as stone fruits and mandarin flavours, is nicely intertwined with the oak and the wine finishes with soft acidity, richness and complexity. At $30 a pop it's in the higher echelons of a premium chardonnay and worth every cent."”
Jim McMahon, Teacher hospitality at Sutherland TAFE NSW, Education Magazine

2010 Climbing Merlot - a well crafted wine

“This Climbing Merlot, from the difficult 2010 vintage shows the traits of a well crafted wine which delivers plenty of punch both on the nose and palate. Cherry / plum aromas and flavours co-mingle and are well supported by a framework of finely grained tannins. There is texture and spiciness but also some enticing and appealing mid-palate astringency."”
Gilbert Labour, 25/07/2012 | Read more

Climbing Merlot 2010 - Perfect Winter Warmer

“The 2010 Climbing Merlot is bright and luscious with elegant, concentrated red fruit flavours. The wine is textured, with supple tannins and some natural acidity and well-integrated oak."”
, Drinks Trade | Read more

Cumulus Shiraz 2009 - A classy red wine

“Beautiful cool fresh uplifting spice filled fruit dominates the nose, crisp lively aromas - think blackberries, cherries and a good dose of oak as well. Deep and full of ripe fruit, yet with an edge to it as well. Young and with plenty ahead of it, the palate delivers smooth fruit, a medium body and fine tannins on the finish. A classy red wine.”
Paulippolito, 5 Minute Rush, June 2012 | Read more

Winsor's Choice - Cumulus 2009 Shiraz

“...this is a textbook cool-climate shiraz. Bright fruit and textural elements are the key to this wine's appeal and the palate has black chocolate, dark cherry and spicy/pepper notes with oak playing a key support role.”
Winsor Dobbin, Golf Magazine, June 2012

Committed to sustainable practices

“...the new generation bottles enable us to extend our commitment to sustainable practises beyond the vineyard and winery to our packaging, without compromising the presentation of our wines. ...The new bottles enable Cumulus to reduce their carbon footprint by 20 per cent a bottle. Among the wines using the new packaging are the Rolling 2011 Chardonnay and 2011 Pink.”
Winsor Dobbin, Sunday Examiner

Show Stoppers

“Wine awards, medals and accolades for some of Australia's best wines... Cumulus Shiraz 2008, Cumulus Chardonnay 2010, Rolling Pink and Five Friends Cabernet Shiraz 2008 are all recent show stoppers as featured in winediva this month.”
winediva, June 2012, www.winediva.com.au | Read more

Block 50 Shiraz

“...Everything gives nice sweetness. Also oak aromas. Chocolate, barrel and some liquorice together with the nice berry character. Soft tannins. Long aftertaste...Strong dice 5! ”
, Bladet Tromse | Read more

Top drop for the Orange region.

“Cumulus wines' Anthropology 2010 Shiraz has been included in the Syrah du Monde Awards for the second year in a row. ...One of the worlds top events for Syrah.”
Leoni Knight, 14 May, 2012 | Read more

Orange, NSW

“Orange is one of the funkiest small towns in NSW...grapes have been grown in the district since it was first settled in the mid - 1800's following a gold rush and today Orange is home to several of the best regional restaurants in the state.”
Winsor Dobbin, Canberra Times | Read more

Cumulus Chardonnay 2010 ~ 93 Points Huon Hooke

“Medium to light yellow colour. Nicely balanced toasty barrel and almond meal aromas. Tight and fine in the mouth with some nutty complexities and subtle, yet intense flavour. Rich, tense, nutty and savoury flavours of good intensity and harmony. Integrated and long. Very smart wine. ”
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Climbing Merlot 2010 ~ 92 Points Huon Hooke

“Deep, dark red/purple colour: Impressive for a merlot. This is a concentrated wine, powerful and deep, ripe and loaded with extract. The tannins are a trifle firm, but it's a young wine yet and will surely soften further. Surprisingly big and dark for an Aussie Merlot. It's development will be interesting to follow.”
© HuonHooke.com April 2012, HuonHooke.com | Read more

Climbing Chardonnay 2011 ~ 91 Points Huon Hooke

“Restrained, delicate, fresh, straw like and subtle stone fruit aromas, with lightness and great drinkability. Fine and tight with seamless acidity and superb balance.”
©HuonHooke.com April 2012, HuonHooke.com | Read more

A High Altitude Crowd Pleaser

“Cumulus is fast becoming one of the icons of the Orange region...The labels are quirky, the wines are fun, good quality and enjoyable. Generous juicy pear, apple, with a touch of floral honeysuckle... A good food wine that is easy to drink - a bit of a high altitude crowd pleaser. ”
Wine Muse, 24 April 2012 | Read more

Rolling Chardonnay 2011

“Made from delicious cool-climate Chardonnay...packed with tropical fruit and citrus and has a perfectly textured mouth feel and balanced acidity.”
WineDiva, 1 May 2012 | Read more

Climbing Merlot 2010

“Merlot is a sometimes over-looked red grape variety but it holds amazing potential when grown in the right region and handled carefully by a talented winemaker. ...Full of red berry and plum fruits that good Merlot possesses and with a delicious leafy herbaceous edge.”
WineDiva, 1 May 2012 | Read more

Jeff's Pick

“Grown on high elevation, volcanic soils of Mount Canobolas, Orange, blending bright, juicy fruit with smoky oak to create a tight, well structured palate...in 2008 yielded among the world's top 10 Shirazes. ”
Jeff Collerson, Daily Telegraph 21 April 2012

Cool Climate Chardonnay

“Top example of a cool climate Chardonnay from the Orange region.”
John Fordham, Sunday Telegraph, 29 April 2012

Shiraz from Clouds of Mt Canobolas

“Cumulus Estate Wines has released a really grand 2009 Shiraz...Cumulus produces Shiraz of such excellence that it's 2008 made it into the Worlds Top 10 at the 2011 Syrah Du Monde. Good buying at $30.”
David Ellis, Daily News Tweed Heads 14 April 2012

Decades of highlights

“The milestone of 10 years of the markets in the life of a community is astonishing and a credit to all involved. These ten years have seen good years and tough years - here are some of my highlights from the decade. ...2009 produced elegant subtle wines, excellent chardonnay...the newly-released 2009 Cumulus shiraz is rated as one of the best under the top label.”
Justin Byrne, Central Western Daily, Orange NSW 12 April 2012

A wine to impress at the table

“Cumulus Estate Wines has released a really grand 2009 Shiraz made from fruit from it's interesting vineyards high on the slopes of Mount Canobolas outside Orange in the NSW Central West. Dark chocolate, cherry, plum and warm exotic spices on the palate, and with the finish lingering and spicy. Good buying at $30 if you want to impress at the table.”
David Ellis, 9 April, 2012 | Read more

Environmentally friendly wine

“Vintage? Grape? Region? Sustainability? A wine's green credentials are becoming increasingly highlighted by many Australian producers as they adopt more environmentally friendly practices. NSW producer, Cumulus Wines, will produce all of it's Rolling and Climbing wines in the Lean+Green bottles this year. First off the rank is the 2011 Chardonnay. ”
Christine Salins, 5 April, 2012 | Read more

A wine of quality and interest

“Lovely aroma, quite composed and balanced. There's some great fruit in here. On entry, slick red fruit and prickly spice ride atop an immensely slick mouthfeel. Sometimes I wish a wine were less perfect, and this is one of those times.”
, 4 April 2012 | Read more

Two Rip Snorters from Orange

“Cumulus Wines of Orange, NSW has produced two rip snorters, a 2009 Shiraz and a 2010 Chardonnay both of which sell at $30, and both of which are worth every cent. The Shiraz in 2008 was named one of the top ten shiraz in the world at the Syrah de Monde and the 2009 followed suit. The 2010 Cumulus Chardonnay again creates intriguing mineral characteristics in the fruit. It's a gob smacking wine full of stone and berry fruit flavours, nicely oaked (French and Hungarian).”
Michael Southern, Pittwater Life, April 2012

2009 Cumulus Shiraz

“...A rather minty cool climate Shiraz, this has more than a few St Josephs pangs about it with lead pencils, gherkins & black currant on the nose, interlaced with rather fine vanillan oak. ...Palate wise it's refined, just medium bodied & very silken, with a smooth milk chocolate richness that makes it all just that little bit more lithe & slippery."”
Andrew Graham, 28 March 2012, Australian Wine Review | Read more

Cumulus 2010 Chardonnay

“...Sometimes it's good to chug a wine back without thinking too much. If the said wine makes you stop and think, then it's worth writing about. Its the kind of Chardonnay that defines the modern, cool-climate Oz style. ”
Wining Pom, 6 March, 2012 | Read more

2011 Rolling Chardonnay

“...A bag of character on the nose, amidst citrus and peach with a suggestion of baked bread, almond meal, cashew and a touch of savoury complexity adding interest. The palate is creamy and quite neutral.”
Wining Pom, 5 February 2012 | Read more

Rolling Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2011

“...Cumulus is fast becoming one of the icons of the Orange Region. Debbie Lauritz has been creating some excellent wines under each label and this is one!”
Wine Muse, November, 2011 | Read more

Cool-Climate Wines are Cool

“...After spending time in limbo, NSW Wine is now on a roll, with several years of rising sales. ...Research on restaurant wine lists by Wine Business Solutions shows a 22% increase for NSW and ACT wines between 2010 and 2011. ...The growth is being driven by cool-climate, especially from the Orange and Canberra regions.”
Huon Hook, February 29, 2012 | Read more

The finest Rose' that has crossed my path

“A wine that will take pride of place on my shelf is the Luna Rosa 2010 Rosado. This Rose' has all the tributes of a great wine; flavour, scent, delicateness of fruits and the highly important palate effect. I regard this as the finest of Rose' that has crossed my path... ”
ramblingrelish, November 2012 | Read more

2011 Climbing Pinot Gris 90 Points

“...Clean texture and a well controlled richness perform the palate's greatest tricks, unleashing flavours of ripe, juicy nashi pears and apples cleanly checked by a soft acidity that reveals a hint of tang at the finish. 90 Points.”
Chris Plummer, Australian Wine Journal, 12 Oct 2011 | Read more

High Note

“...A common thread running though Orange wines is the absense of obtrusively high alcohol and the purity of the fruit flavours. 2008 Cumulus Shiraz...A juicy yet elegant wine with warm and spicy flavours.”
Toni Paterson, Australian House And Garden, Nov 2011

Wine of the Week Climbing Pinot Gris 2011

“...Cumulus Wines harvested this scrumptious, bronze-tinted drop. Winemaker Debbie Lauritz really captures the character of this often-lacklustre variety - fresh and intense, with pear like flavour and rich, slightly viscous texture.”
Canberra Times (Food & Wine p 23), 5 October, 2011

Will Pinot Gris be the new Sauvignon Blanc?

“...A slight bronze colour the wine shows pear, candied fruit, it's gently honeyed with enticing fruit intensity... "an unctuous palate weight before delivering a fresh fruit driven line with appealing length and clean acid finish. A good contender for pork belly with apple or spiced pears. ”
Wining Pom, 2 October, 2011 | Read more

Cumulus Orange Chardonnay 5 Stars

“A wine to keep coming back to complexity and getting finer each year the fleshy palate with soft acidity, is under continual refinement. Silky textures and bright stone fruit with the perfume of Orange.”
Rob Geddes, 2012 Gold Book

Climbing Merlot 5 Stars

“An affordable good example of a hard to get right variety. Blueberry, Mulberry, Raspberry aromas with a splash of spice herald a fleshy true to varietal body with fresh ripe fruit, silky tannins and medium bodied length that finishes with a red berry fruit and subtle oak. ”
Rob Geddes, 2012 Gold Book

Cumulus 2008 Shiraz

“...With rich and intense fruit flavours of red berries, blueberries, cherries and cream with a refined cool climate Shiraz backbone. It's not wonder this wine was just voted one of the best Shiraz in the world.”
Wine Diva, 7 July 2011 | Read more

2010 Luna Rosa Rosado

“...Portuguese and Aussie winemakers worked together to create a gorgeously delicate, lightly textural, subtly sweet and irresistibly moreish rose. Score 90/100”
Tyson Stelzer, WMB Magazine July 2011 p 71

2010 Rolling Sauvignon Blanc Semillon

“...Another Orange example, this wine exhibits gooseberry/limey aromas with a flavoursome palate and lively acidity. Simple, fresh drinking.”
Lester Jesberg, Wine Wise 1 July 2011 | Read more

2009 Rolling Sauvignon Blanc Semillon

“...Full, rich aromas showing development; soft, flavoursome palate with tropical notes and some acid freshness but ready to drink now.”
Lester Jesberg, WineWise 1 July 2011 | Read more

2009 Climbing Merlot

“...Intense cherry and plum flavours dominate with some herbaceous notes in the background. Elegant and well structured.”
The Australian Doctor Peter Hay, Wine Of The Week, July 2011

One for Lunch

“..."A Gold medal and top ten winner at this years France Syrah du Monde Awards. Loaded with dark cherry, red berry, licorice and spice flavours, its good value at $30 to share with sweet and spicy BBQ pork spare ribs or think about the cellar: this one's got a good 15 years in it."”
David Ellis, Melbourne Observer Wines & Liqueurs 27 July 2011

Next time you're feeling international on a picnic bench...

“Cumulus Luna Rosa Rosado 2010 "This Portuguese - inspired rose' crashed into my world on a picnic bench in the middle of a vineyard in Orange. Next time you're feeling international on a picnic bench, here's your companion! Gorgeous delicacy of strawberries and cream, lightly textural, subtly sweet; a multitalented crowd - thriller! Drink 2011 90 Points." ”
Tyson Stelzer, May 2011 | Read more

SKY HIGH AWARD FOR CUMULUS

“"...The results of the international Syrah du Monde Awards were released, with Australia's very own Cumulus Shiraz 2008 collecting a gold medal (one of only 34 awarded) and an impressive position in the competition's Top 10 syrah/shiraz from around the world." ”
, Get Wineries | Read more

Cumulus Shiraz shines on International stage

“..."The Cumulus 2008 Shiraz was named one of the top ten syrah/shiraz's in the world at the Syrah du Monde Awards, held at Ampuis Castle in France..."”
Tracy Prisk, Central Western Daily | Read more

2009 Climbing Cabernet Sauvignon

“"...This variety excels at cool-climate Orange and this flavoured explosion shows why..."”
John Fordham, The Daily Telegraph | Read more

Cumulus Estate 2009 Climbing Cabernet Sauvignon

“"...the high - altitude Cabernet Sauvignon fruit is market by cooler spicy notes and a fine palate line. This simple yet authentic wine is sure to please the tastes of all wine buffs..."”
The Advertiser (Mortgage Business), May 2011, pg 70

Climbing Cabernet 2009

“"...This 09 Cabernet though looks to be the best one yet..." A great review by Andrew Graham, check out the link. ”
Andrew Graham, Australian Wine Review | Read more

Rolling Pink 2010

“...the winner by a country mile was the 2010 Rolling Pink. From NSW in Australia, we all loved its fantastic label and smart presentation. A gutsy dry rose with a good depth of raspberry fruit flavour...with just a hint of sweetness and lots of vivid red plum flavours. It is relatively full-bodied and has an attractive dried herb character that gives a savoury bite. It would be perfect with all sorts of foods, but especially those with a Mediterranean flavour.”
Jane Skilton, MW & Reader Panel, Feb/Mar 2011, The Foodtown Magazine (NZ)

Drink Me! Luna Rosa Rosado 2010

“Winemaker Francisco Antunes from Portugal - land of renowned roses - joined Debbie Lauritz from Cumulus in Orange, NSW to make this wine. It's crisp, fresh and at 10.5 percent it's a little lower in alcohol, with a touch of residual sugar remaining. All up, it's a delicious drop.”
Michelle Reedy, WHO Weekly, 01/02/11

Luna Rosa Rosado 2010

“A shiny-pink young cabernet-grenache-mourvedre-chardonnay rose from the NSW Central Ranges, made by Portugese winemaker Francisco Antunes in partnership with local Debbie Lauritz. It's an appealing drop, a tad sweeter than fashionable drier styles but fresh and vibrant. Reminiscent of ripe berries, it's balanced, clean and tasty. ”
Ralph Kyte-Powell, The Age (Epicure), 14/12/10

Think Pink! Luna Rosa 2010

“The list of serious Australian roses is quite long, but here are a few that have given me a thrill recently... The 2010 Cumulus Luna Rosa is something of a nod to the Portugese Berardo family, who are part-owners of Cumulus. The wine is a collaborative effort between Debbie Lauritz (Australia) and Francisco Antunes (Portugal). At only 10.5% alcohol, it's super light and fresh, and its 13g of residual sugar is nicely tucked into the crisp acidity. It's quite a singular wine and absolutely delicious... drink Pink this summer.”
Tony Harper, Brisbane News, 1/12/2010

Wine of the Week - Rolling Shiraz 2008

“From the Central Ranges, near Orange, this tasty shiraz is great value. It's very aromatic with exotic spices and a hint of pepper on the nose and lush plummy fruit underneath. A smooth, supple mouthful of velvety texture and deep flavour follows, backed by soft, fine-grained tannins and a very long, fragrant finish. A shiraz with the welcome combination of real class and a reasonable price tag.”
Ralph Kyte-Powell, The Age (Epicure), 14/09/10

Cumulus Estate Wines rated 5 Stars!

“James Halliday has awarded Cumulus Estate Wines an overall 5 star rating in his 2011 Australian Wine Companion. Wines featured in this edition:

Cumulus Chardonnay 2008 - 95 points

Cumulus Chardonnay 2009 - 90 points

Cumulus Shiraz 2007 - 92 points

Cumulus Shiraz 2008 - 94 points

Rolling Shiraz 2008 - 90 points

Climbing Shiraz 2008 - 89 points

Keenly anticipated by winemakers, faithful collectors and wine lovers alike, James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion is the No.1 Best-Selling guide on wineries and wine in Australia.”
James Halliday, James Halliday Wine Companion 2011 | Read more

Rolling Sparkling..Bubbly that beats Champagne

“'Definitely as good as Champagne' was just one of many positive remarks ....”
www.channel4.com/food UK, | Read more

Climbing Labels

“"benchmark examples of Australian ingenuity."”
Campbell Mattinson and Gary Walsh, The Big Red Wine Book 2010/11

Climbing Shiraz

“89 points "an entirely good wine... Never mind the bollocks, just drink the thing. It satisfies."”
Campbell Mattinson & Gary Walsh, The Big Red Wine Book 2010/2011

Rolling Pink

“ripe, juicy arome of perfumed red berries, really fresh and lively. ”
Nick Stock, Penguin Good Australian Wine Guide 2010

Big Impact Taste at Great Heights

“From a first vintage in 2004 this winery has gone from strength to strength. ”
Steve Hogan, Coolum & North Shore News