The project of renowned Canberra winemaker Bryan Martin (whom also works with Tim Kirk at Clonakilla), Ravensworth has already garnered a reputation for fine wines produced from the Rhone varietals (Shiraz, Marsanne, Viognier), Sangiovese and Riesling. Ravensworth began its journey in 2001 under the pretext that ‘It seemed like a good idea at the time.’ Situated in Murrambateman, the vineyard is planted on the rich volcanic soils of the region: Friable clay loams over decomposing granites. This soil profile has good water holding capacity and is well drained and oxygen rich, which is ideally suited to premium grape growing, particularly full bodied wines like Shiraz and Marsanne. Bryan is both the vineyard manager and the winemaker, counting qualifications in winegrowing and winemaking to his name. His winemaking utilises small batch production, natural fermentation, high quality French coopered oak and careful blending to craft some delicious full flavoured cool climate wines of the highest quality.
