2019 Toolangi E Block Pinot Noir

Sixty percent whole bunches were included in the fermentation process with maturation taking place in French oak of which 30% was new for a period of 10 months. Semi translucent dark red colour with black shaded edges and a light red hue. Perfumed violet like top notes are complimented by winter strawberry, rhubarb, forest floor, stalk and spicy cedar scents. Delicious spicy dark cherry, winter strawberry and rhubarb fruits are both expansive and powerful across the lighter bodied palate. Adding complexity are forest floor, dried herb and spicy cedar characters. Supple and highly polished with delicately rendered tannins and a long savoury aftertaste.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13%

Other Reviews….
18yo MV6 clones, hand-picked, destemmed whole berries, cold soak, 12 days on skins, matured in French oak (10% new) for 10 months. Very well made to throw all of the attention on to flavour and texture. Drink by 2029.
96 Points
James Halliday – Australian Wine Companion