Castelli Estate Pinot Noir Denmark 2022

A fine West Aussie Pinot (once little more than a pipe dream but these days, we are seeing more and more excellent examples). From their Home Block in Denmark, maturation was in French oak barriques. There was 10% inclusion of whole bunches. Pale red hue, especially around the rim. There is a sappy, savoury note that screams whole bunches, perhaps even more than the 10% would suggest. Brambly notes, undergrowth, red fruits and cloves. Fine acidity with a pleasing seamless, supple texture and good persistence. This is a very attractive Pinot and don’t be afraid to cellar it for five to eight years.