Yering Station Reserve Pinot Noir 2024

Not too much of this (winemaking influence), not too much of that (acid and fruit concentration), but it is all there, dancing together at the disco. Wild strawberry, paprika, strawberry wine, lavender and a touch of char. In the mouth, it holds itself well: tensioned, detailed and composed. The savoury elements become more noticeable, adding sophistication and offering a nod to smart hands. The length is good and the fruit is pure, with touches of maraschino and sour cherry, plus a few snapped twigs. Vibrant and balanced, with tannins that add power and presence. Buy it. Then drink it with someone under 30, make them research the tasting notes and talk about the wine. Maybe even ask for a slideshow.

Cyndal Petty

Wine Critic at Winepilot

A hopeless romantic for wine and food, Cyndal is nearing 15 years in hospitality while still (just) under 30. A Chef-turned-Sommelier and award-winning wine professional, Cyndal recently left a Group Sommelier role where she curated seven wine lists across multiple venues and led the wine team to Gourmet Traveller Wine Bar of the Year—just months after opening. Now freelance, Cyndal is a wine consultant, event host, wine judge, and wine writer. Passionate about sharing wine’s story with the world, she brings a fresh voice and creative solutions to the industry. After studying and traveling through most of her 20s, she’s now based in WA’s southwest, proudly embracing her role as a WA coastal cowgirl.

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