2019 Marchand & Burch Villages Pinot Noir

Marchand & Burch is a collaboration of two old friends from France and Australia who share a love of fine wine. Winemaker Pascal Marchand and vigneron Jeff Burch have embarked on a partnership to hand-craft Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from selected sites in both countries.

Delicious dark fruits have a supple feel and expansive power wave.

Fruit is sourced from the Mount Barrow vineyard located in the eastern, elevated end of Mount Barker. Approximately 5% to 10% whole bunches were included in the ferment and maturation took place in French oak puncheons, 20% of which was new, for a period of 6-8 months. Deep dark red core with black tinged edges and a dark red hue. Fragrant scents of violets, dark cherries, clove, strawberries and earth emanate from the glass followed by some spicy dried herb notes. Rich flavours of dark cherry, ripe strawberry and a touch of rhubarb power across the palate within a supple frame. Adding complexity are elements of forest floor, clove and spicy cedar. Well integrated and finely grained tannins have a polished feel. Long expansive aftertaste.
Great value and delicious drinking over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%