2019 Hoddles Creek Estate Pinot Noir

Semi translucent bright dark red core with black tinged edges and a vibrant red hue. Perfumed like aromas of violets, dark cherries and spicy ripe strawberries blossom from the glass trailed by some forest floor and fresh herb notes. Delicious ripe cherry and strawberry fruits flood the mouth with a dash of anise also chiming in. Beautiful supple texture with elements of forest floor and spicy fresh herb infusions ensuing. Silky tannins finishing with ample freshness and a long moreish aftertaste.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.2%

Other Reviews…..
It just came in the door, and reviewed within about five minutes. I can tell when a courier is anywhere near, because our dog goes into meltdown. Loves a delivery man (they are so rarely women, I note).
Nose in glass, and first impression is that this is a great vintage for HCE Pinot. Darker fruit profile, but with raspberry in there too, plenty of spice and perfume of dried rose, some lead pencil and cedar happening. It’s medium-bodied, savoury and fruit sweet, almost earthy, and packed with gravelly tannin and bright cherry acidity. The finish is long, spicy, dried herb and cherry-laden, beautiful tannin pushing it out. It puts me in mind of 2013 with its grip and deep fruit. It’s bloody outstanding. Drink : 2020 - 2030
94+ points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front