Ranked #27 of 105 2019 Pinot Noir from Yarra Valley
93/100
4.5 Stars
Huon Hooke
Medium to light purple/red colour, aromas of sweet red cherry, rose petals and Turkish Delight. The palate is light to medium-weight, very soft and supple, rounded and silky, with lovely balance and medium-length. A dash of dried herbs which lingers. The core of sweet fruit and warmth of alcohol are countered by fine, drying tannins. (200 dozen made)
Tasted: 25/10/2020
Drink: 2020 to 2033
94 Points James Halliday
Staggered picking times to capture different flavour profiles; some parcels saw longer post-ferment skin contact to increase tannin extract. You have to get through the spicy oak on the bouquet to find the cherry and cranberry fruit character, but it's there. It blossoms on the palate with a beautifully silky texture, and that tannin is perfectly balanced and integrated. Should develop very well. Drink to 2029.
Steven Creber. May, 2023