Hoddles Creek Estate was established in 1997 when the D'Anna family decided to establish a vineyard on the property that has been in the family since 1960. The vineyard sits astride Gembrook road and adjacent Hoddles Creek.

When it comes to making (and pricing) his exceptional range of $20 Wickhams Road wines, Franco D'Anna is truly 'The Mailman!' He always delivers. 90% of the fruit comes from Hoddles Creek, which makes this even better value than normal. A light, bright crimson red, there is an appealing hint of reduction which soon gives way to a core of red fruits and some floral notes. More concentrated and structured than the Gippsland, this will still be looking good 5–8 years from now. Bravo! Date: December 2024; Alcohol: 13.7%; Price: $20.00; Drink by: 2032; Rating: 95 Points & Special Value Star; James Halliday Wine Companion