Country: Australia Region: Tasmania
Varietal: Pinot Noir Vintage: 2024
Colour: Red Style: Dry
Producer: Tolpuddle Vineyards
Description:
The Tolpuddle Vineyard was purchased by Michael Hill Smith MW and Martin Shaw...
First planted in 1988 by Tony Jordan and Garry Crittenden with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it has since established a reputation for growing exceptional quality grapes. The vineyard took its name from the Tolpuddle Martyrs, who were transported to Australia in 1834 for starting an agrarian union. The leader of the group, George Loveless, served part of his sentence working on a property near Richmond called GlenAyr, part of which is now the Tolpuddle vineyard.
This is a wine we have not yet seen from Tolpuddle. It has such well-curated complexity and whole-bunch influence (40%) sits in the sweet spot. It is concentrated, yet so elegant and the vivid freshness that pervades every aspect of the nose and palate is striking. Aromas of red fruit, such as raspberry, strawberry, red cherry and red plum are framed in spice and fragrance. The palate has such impressive definition and clarity and the tannins are so detailed, fine and clear-cut. Concentrated red and darker cherries are fleshy, yet elegantly focused, and the acidity laces it all up so clearly. So drinkable now and for a decade at least
Vineyards
The 20 hectare north east facing vineyard is located in the Coal River Valley, which is in a rain shadow, so is dry but cold. The dry climate ensures there is very low disease pressure, which in turn means that they can leave the grapes on the vines for longer to ensure they ripen fully. The soil is light silica over sandstone and of moderate vigour, ensuring well-balanced vines. In 2006 the vineyard won the inaugural Tasmanian Vineyard of the Year award, reflecting the performance of this unique and distinguished site.
Vintage Information
This wine is true to the Tolpuddle Vineyard Pinot Noir style: intensely aromatic, medium bodied with savoury spi
Country: South Africa Vintage: 2017
Varietal: Pinot Noir / Pinot Meunier / Chardonnay Blend
Vintage: 2017 Colour: Rose Style: Sparkling
Producer: Graham Beck Estate
Description:A delicious sparkling, dry, crisp and refreshing with a lovely burst of raspberry and redcurrant fruits and a long finish. Made from the classic champagne grapes.
Ageing Potential: Drink Fresh
Tasting Note:The palest of pinks and the finest of flavours. This is a classy wine with delicate fruity aromas of strawberry and raspberry fruits leading to a smooth mouthwatering palate. Perfect with food or by itself.
Food Matches: Aperitif / Foie Gras / Caviar / Chicken