2009 Pirie Estate Pinot Noir

Matured for 14 months in French oak. Semi translucent dark crimson red colour with dark crimson mauve hue. Aromas of dark cherry and spice are followed by some violets and meaty cedar like end notes. Light to medium weight the palate displays strong dark cherry flavours followed by a touch of plum, cedar and some meaty earth like characters with a dry spicy back palate. Slightly dryish but balanced tannins. Good power with aftertaste of dark cherry, spice and meaty earth like characters.
Cellar 4-5 years (2015-2016).
Alc 13.3%