Mount Macleod is the second label of the Burgundian-inspired (and boutique-scaled) Caledonia Australis who, in their fairly short lifespan, have carved a reputation amongst Pinot cognoscenti as a fine source of excellent value, aromatically complex and elegant Pinot Noir. Given the quality and value Mount Macleod offer, their wines remain criminally under-exposed. Cropped from dry grown, organic vines (on deep Gippsland Ferresol) the Pinot is fermented naturally--with one fermenter inoculated with a Pied de Cuve made the previous day--the wine is then raised in a mixture of stainless steel (with a long post ferment maceration) and old wooden barrels that have previously housed the Caledonia Australis Pinot. The 2018 ferments had a greater proportion of whole bunches (20%) than usual which also enabled a shorter extraction period due to good early tannin pickup. In sum, a classically silky Pinot with its classic mix of red fruit, spice and forest floor savouriness.
Mrs Smith Pinot Noir 2017 is a lighter style of Yarra Valley Pinot- raspberry, cherry and plum balanced perfectly with the savoury spices of nutmeg and a touch of musk.
Although lighter in style, plenty of flavour in the glass!
Deep crimson in colour with a perfumed bouquet of strawberry & herbs, rich and savoury with hints of rhubarb & dark cherry, firm balanced tannins and the masterful use of French oak (20% new) add to the complexity providing a wine that will reward patient cellaring.
90% Sauvignon Blanc10% Mouhtaro
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Rich, intense taste and moderate acidity that provide flavour balance.
Fruity and herbaceous aftertaste.
Aromas of medium intensity, drupes, white flowers and unique herbal notes.
Rich, intense taste and moderate acidity both providing flavour balance and a long finish
Black exotic fruit characters showing spice and depth.
The palate is lithe and elegant with great density, texture and length.
Made from 100% Pinot Noir, this Rosé has red lifted fruit aromatics with spice and floral undertones followed by a supple and elegant mouthfeel showing verve, freshness and energy.
Dark blue and black fruit aromatics with lots of brooding and spicy undertones.
Followed up with a rich warmly textured wine showing good concentration, depth and persistence.
White peach, guava, nectarine stone and white flower aromatics followed by a spicy and stone fruit drive palate showing great tension.
Black cherry with spice and mocha notes on the nose.
A flowing elegant wine showing texture, depth and persistence.
Always quality from this vineyard.
Nocton Vineyard Pinot Noir is a classic Tasmanian pinot noir. Youthful fruit and a hint of vanilla on the nose lead into a luscious palate that's teeming with fresh flavour.
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