Description
"Situated just north of Hillwood on the eastern bank of the Tamar River, this is a beautiful and unique site, planted in 2000. Protected from the northerly winds of bass strait, the vineyard sits in a small valley, facing north/north east, it is a warm site, also influenced by the river which lies a few hundred metres to the south.
There is two clones of pinot in this vineyard. One of the upright clones occupy the majority of the block, very common in the Tamar, and a small section of MV6, which has much smaller berries and compact bunches.. Vine age and yield management allow us to find the greatest potential in the upright clone, whilst MV6 is super low yielding and packs a heap of flavour and structure. These were both picked and fermented together, the MV6 provided the 30% whole bunches that give this wine structure and spice. It was matured in mostly second use barriques for 11 months, bottled without fining or filtration." - Producer Notes
"An inviting vibrant ruby, this shows aromas of crunchy red apple, red cherry and raspberry fruits with hints of five-spice, charcuterie, purple flowers, teacake, pomegranate, crushed stone and shoyu. Graceful and finely textured, bright acidity pushing the wine forwards, fine elastic tannins keeping everything in check, fading slowly with a vivid energy and stony, savoury vibes." - 94 Points, Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion
