2021 Lowestoft 'La Maison' Pinot Noir
Trophy Winner - Best Pinot Noir Royal Melbourne Show 2022
Gold - Royal Melbourne Show 2022
Gold- Australian Pinot Noir Challenge 2023
96 Points Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion (July 2023)
Pinot noir from the close-planted vines (8300 per hectare) at Lowestoft planted in 1986; matured in French oak (35% new) for 10 months. Pure red plum and dark cherry fruits strut their stuff here with hints of five-spice, sous bois, dried raspberry, cranberry, black tea and vanilla, with light roast game further in the distance. Savoury and true with excellent fruit depth and purity, chalky tannins providing support. I'd expect this to cellar admirably.
Trophy Winner - Best Pinot Noir Royal Melbourne Show 2022
Gold - Royal Melbourne Show 2022
Gold- Australian Pinot Noir Challenge 2023
96 Points Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion (July 2023)
Pinot noir from the close-planted vines (8300 per hectare) at Lowestoft planted in 1986; matured in French oak (35% new) for 10 months. Pure red plum and dark cherry fruits strut their stuff here with hints of five-spice, sous bois, dried raspberry, cranberry, black tea and vanilla, with light roast game further in the distance. Savoury and true with excellent fruit depth and purity, chalky tannins providing support. I'd expect this to cellar admirably.
Trophy Winner - Best Pinot Noir Royal Melbourne Show 2022
Gold - Royal Melbourne Show 2022
Gold- Australian Pinot Noir Challenge 2023
96 Points Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion (July 2023)
Pinot noir from the close-planted vines (8300 per hectare) at Lowestoft planted in 1986; matured in French oak (35% new) for 10 months. Pure red plum and dark cherry fruits strut their stuff here with hints of five-spice, sous bois, dried raspberry, cranberry, black tea and vanilla, with light roast game further in the distance. Savoury and true with excellent fruit depth and purity, chalky tannins providing support. I'd expect this to cellar admirably.
