Castelli Estate Silver Series Pinot Noir 2022

From the unfortunately named Droopy clone, this Pinot saw a mix of wild and cultured yeasts. By directly tipping the grapes into small fermenters, the team allow for carbonic maceration to occur with the whole berries before maturation in a mix of older French oak of varying sizes and some stainless steel. Pleasing crimson hue. The aromas weave through red fruits, bacon fat notes, brambles and whole bunch characters. Good oak integration, intensity and balance with a degree of elegance. I like this a lot – drink now and for four years.