Ampersand Pinot Noir 2024

The evolution of quality Pinot Noir from the West has been one of the success stories of Australian wine over the last decade or two. Pemberton has certainly played its role, and this new addition will only enhance that. A pale garnet, this is a savoury style with notes of bay leaves, red fruits, Asian spices, truffles, kirsch, aniseed, herbs and leaf litter. There is bright acidity running the length and a persistent finish. Sour cherry notes emerge towards the finish, and the wine has a seductive texture throughout, satiny tannins tying things together. It should provide pleasure for the next five to seven years and it certainly should improve further over that period.