Mount Moriac Geelong Pinot Noir 2023

Under new management with the wines now made by Kelly Pearson, with almost half of their Geelong vineyards planted to Pinot Noir. The four blocks represent four different clones, half the harvest seeing older French oak for six months. A shining crimson hue, the nose exhibits notes of dried herbs, leather, animal skins, mulberries, woodsmoke and cherries. An intriguing mix of appealing fruits and savoury touches. The palate is silky smooth and seamless, finely balanced, well focused and with very good length, finishing with sleek tannins. Lots to like here and while the team acknowledge that they have not made this with the intention of long haul ageing, it will surely provide pleasure over the next half dozen years. Terrific value.