Port Phillip Estate Single Vineyard Balnarring Pinot Noir 2022

This vineyard was planted in 1997, to both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with more Pinot planted subsequently in a higher density program. Fermentation and maturation followed the same method as used for the Red Hill Pinot, with this given an extra month in oak. Crimson in colour with deep aromas of red fruits. Appealing savoury notes here – animal hides, sour cherries and dried herbs. The wine maintains both elegance and intensity through to the end of a long and lingering finish. Dense, concentrated and well-focused with fine balance accented by satiny tannins. Love it. Delicious now and will drink beautifully over the next six to ten years.