1999 Pinot Noir
VINTAGE
March 1999 leading up to harvest was about average in warmth but with above average rainfall. Thankfully when harvest occurred on the 6th of April was conducted on a cool overcast day but with no rain. Ripe, dry grapes (13.7 Be) with good natural acid and lovely flavour were picked.
TASTING NOTES
Aroma: Ripe cherry fruit with hints of wild berries.
Palate: Intensely flavoured with the fruit elements and subtle oak apparent on the nose carrying through to the palate. Ripe fruit, complex and interesting with many elements. Mouthfilling generosity on the middle palate and a lingering, subtle with a drying tannin on the finish. Generous but not heavy flavour; long and supple.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Region: Lenswood, Adelaide Hills
Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Oak Maturation: 15 months in French oak barriques. All from forests in the centre of France. 50% new oak.
pH: 3.47 |
Alcohol: 13.9% |
TA: 6.2 g/L
Cellaring: The elements are for ageing well are there: freshness and complexity with a firm tannin foundation. I am sure that the wine will develop beautifully. Best drinking 2002 to 2006.
Food Suggestion: Ideal with red meats but can be enjoyed with a wide range of foods or on its own.
Serving Suggestion: Best between 14 and 20°C