2010 Pinot Noir

Colour - Crimson/deep ruby red.

Aroma - Aromas of black cherry and plum are complemented by earthy tones.

Palate - Savoury notes and well integrated French oak add complexity to the plum and cherry fruit characters. Silky tannins and fine acidity complete this elegant wine.

General comments - This wine is a true reflection of the cool climate, and low-yield viticultural practices. The elegant fruit charatcers, tannin and acidity give the wine structure and length making this a fantatsic food wine.

Food suggestions - game meats, particularly roast duck or quail.

Review - It’s a pretty pinot, and a serious one. It’s strong with tannin and dark, cherry-plummed fruit flavour though its spicy edges keep the impression firmly on the savoury side. Length is excellent. Complexity, as a young wine, is better than average. Some may baulk at the level of tannin but given time to soften, I don’t see this as being an issue; indeed the opposite. Impressive offering. As an aside, it’s good to see a new pinot noir player priced appropriately. 92+ Points. Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front 15/12/2010.

Price - $25.00, or $22.50 as by the dozen.