Hirsch Hill Reserve Pinot Noir 2024

The vines here are three decades old, the MV6 clone. Partial whole bunch fermentation is adopted here, with the wine aged in older French oak, plus 20% new. A pale crimson hue, the nose is a little edgy but rather alluring. Dominated by red fruit notes, there are some touches of undergrowth with raspberries, dried herbs, cherries, delicatessen meats, truffles and kirsch. Silky, elegant and focused, this is still very young, but it really is rather exciting. Immaculately balanced with bright acidity, sleek tannins and a lingering finish, this will provide pleasure over the next eight years. Love it.