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| Drinking window: Drink between 2014 and 2020 (based on 46 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 92.6 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 9 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by SimonS on 12/9/2018 & rated 91 points: Lovely wine. Balanced with sweet mid-palate. Lots (for a pinot) of ripe fruit on the nose. Seems like a good time to drink this bottle. (720 views) | | | Tasted by chatters on 10/11/2016: Supper with the wine ark boys (multiple): Funky, perfumed, cream, berry and cherry, slight wild ferment and stalks and with floral top notes…tartly juicy with a more red berry fruit profile, slight tannic burr, polished but a little tart. (1424 views) | | | Tasted by catchnrelease on 3/18/2016 & rated 95 points: Tertiary flavours coming through, tannins softened but still enough to give structure. A lick of acid too. Quite dark and rich for a pinot, black currant, forest floor, stems and earthy minerality. Good round mouthfeel with a solid finish. A great example of aged Aussie pinot, one of the best in recent memory for me. (1287 views) | | | Tasted by GEllis on 4/18/2014 & rated 93 points: Sublime (2164 views) | | | Tasted by drunkstar on 2/8/2014 & rated 92 points: Love it. Sour fruit smooth tannins long finish. Delicious juice (2036 views) | | | Tasted by Drinking Trees on 11/1/2012 & rated 93 points: Inviting nose of smoked salami and bacon, with hints of charcoal and rich, sweet raspberry. The palate shows strong red cherry, with secondary notes that are smoky and savoury without being obviously meaty. Lean, smooth mouthfeel with rich flavour and a good, long finish. (2149 views) | | | Tasted by drunkstar on 2/8/2012 & rated 92 points: Awesome delicious pinot. Rich and full bodied new world style with that lovely slightly bitter red fruit and a long long finish. Love it (1936 views) |
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The WINEFRONT (6/1/2014)
(Kooyong Haven Pinot Noir) Subscribe to see review text. | By David Lawrason
WineAlign (10/5/2012)
(Kooyong Haven Pinot Noir, Mornington Peninsula red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Sara d'Amato
WineAlign (7/12/2012)
(Kooyong Haven Pinot Noir, Mornington Peninsula red) Subscribe to see review text. | By John Szabo, MS
WineAlign (6/25/2012)
(Kooyong Haven Pinot Noir, Mornington Peninsula red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Josh Raynolds
Vinous, July/August 2011, IWC Issue #157
(Kooyong Pinot Noir Haven Mornington Peninsula) Subscribe to see review text. | By James Halliday
Halliday Wine Companion (2/20/2011)
(kooyong single vineyard selection haven pinot noir) Subscribe to see review text. |
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Pinot Noir Varietal character (Appellation America) | Varietal article (Wikipedia)
Pinot Noir is the Noble red grape of Burgundy, capable of ripening in a cooler climate, which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will not reliably do. It is unpredictable and difficult both to grow and to vinify, but results in some of the finest reds in the world. It is believed to have been selected from wild vines two thousand years ago. It is also used in the production of champagne. In fact, more Pinot Noir goes into Champagne than is used in all of the Cote d'Or! It is also grown in Alsace, Jura, Germany, the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, Switzerland, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Italy, and so forth, with varying degrees of success.
Pinot Noir is one of the world's most prestigious grapes. It is very difficult to grow and thrives well in France, especially in Champagne and Burgundy. Pinot Noir thrives less in hot areas, is picky on soil, and deserves some oak storage.
Pinot Noir, or Blauburgunder / Spätburgunder in German, is a blue grapevine - and, as the German name suggests, the grape comes originally from Burgundy in France.
The grape, which thrives in calcareous soils, is used primarily for the production of red wine, and it is widely regarded as producing some of the best wines in the world. The wine style is often medium-bodied with high fruit acidity and soft tannins. It can be quite peculiar in fragrance and taste, and not least in structure - which may be why it is referred to as "The Grapes Ballerina".
Pinot Noir is also an important ingredient in sparkling wines, not least in champagne since it is fruity, has good acidity and contains relatively little tannins.
The grape is considered quite demanding to grow. The class itself consists of tightly packed grapes, which makes it more sensitive to rot and other diseases.
Pinot Noir changes quite easily and is genetically unstable. It buds and matures early which results in it often being well ripened. Climate is important for this type of grape. It likes best in cool climates - in warm climates the wines can be relaxed and slightly pickled.
In cooler climates, the wine can get a hint of cabbage and wet leaves, while in slightly warmer regions we often find notes of red berries (cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants), roses and slightly green notes when the wine is young. With age, more complex aromas of forest floor, fungi and meat emerge.
In Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, it often produces light wines with less character. However, it has produced very good results in California, Oregon and New Zealand.
With its soft tannins and delicate aroma, it is excellent for white fish, chicken and light meat. For the stored wines you can serve small game. Classic duck breast is a matter of course, a Boeuf Burgundy and Pinot Noir are pure happiness.
Pinot Noir loses quality by over-harvesting.
Pinot Noir is prone to diseases, especially rot and mildew. Viruses cause major problems especially in Burgundy.
Pinot Noir are large round grapes with thin skins. Relatively high in alcohol content. Medium rich tannins and good with acid.
As a young person, Pinot Noir has a distinctly fruity character such as raspberries, cherries and strawberries.
A mature Pinot Noir, the taste is different. Cherry goes into plum and prune flavors. It smells of rotten leaves, coffee, moist forest floor and animal wine. This must be experienced.
In warm climates you find boiled plum, some rustic, little acid.
If the grapes are over-grown, the wine will be thin, with little color and flavor.Australia Wine Australia (Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation) | Australian Wines (Wikipedia)Victoria Wines of Victoria (Victorian Wine Industry Association) |
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