{screwcap, A$32} A big ripe nose of ripe fruity pinot flavours precede something of a fruit-bomb palate, with low levels of acid and tannin, subtle oak, and a medium bodied weight. Overall a bit gloopy; the terseness of the regular release is a better expression of the grape for me.
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First vintage from 4yr old vines on a steep rocky north facing slope just outside of Richmond. Made in the same fashion as the 'Coal River' so I guess the micro climate / terroir should speak loudly here (and ignoring the 19yrs in vine age difference). Light feminine nose, very varietal, good lift and tang. Some chocolate and oak in the back palate. Tangy fruits too. Doesn't have the weight of its older brother.
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7/10/2009 - hadwin wrote: 88 Points
Subtle, fruity with some richness and complexity whilst still being quite light
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12/30/2008 - graemeg wrote:
{screwcap, A$32} A big ripe nose of ripe fruity pinot flavours precede something of a fruit-bomb palate, with low levels of acid and tannin, subtle oak, and a medium bodied weight. Overall a bit gloopy; the terseness of the regular release is a better expression of the grape for me.
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11/4/2008 - StewartWent wrote: 86 Points
First vintage from 4yr old vines on a steep rocky north facing slope just outside of Richmond. Made in the same fashion as the 'Coal River' so I guess the micro climate / terroir should speak loudly here (and ignoring the 19yrs in vine age difference). Light feminine nose, very varietal, good lift and tang. Some chocolate and oak in the back palate. Tangy fruits too. Doesn't have the weight of its older brother.
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