I would like to see some Tasmanian winemakers producing excellent Pinot Noir year in year out. Yes, the vintages variations are more challenging than on the Mainland, but leading Burgundy producers manage to do just that.
Last night, I enjoyed the 2021 Pooley Pinot Noir.
This wine has very strong red fruit aromas. On the palate, red cherry and licorice deliver quite intense and pure flavours. There is a good line in this not too complex, fruit dominant wine. It strikes a nice balance between freshness and structure built on firm, and also silky tannins, and encompassing fresh acidity.
There are not many secondary flavours, such as mushroom or forest floor in this wine. This could be because the wine is still very young or, more likely, because it comes from the Coal River Valley. Why? This is the sunniest part of Tasmania. Some experts I regard highly argue great Pinot Noir needs rainy conditions. The jury is out. There is also a single vineyard wine from Pooley, which I will review in a little while.
Score: 92/++
2 comments:
If you get a chance, check out the Chatto estate vineyards (intrigue and isle). Them or freycinet seem to approach what you're describing. I've enjoyed tolpuddle but found it very fruit dominant, quite elegant but lacking complexity
Good suggestions, Zamantan. I will try these.
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