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The Esplanade Pinot Noir 2023

The Esplanade Pinot Noir 2023

The Esplanade Pinot Noir 2023

750 mL
$65.00
6 x 750 mL
$390.00

Overview

Overview

Coldstream Hills prides itself for having access to many of the best vineyards in the Yarra Valley. These sites are found throughout the upper and lower Yarra Valley with each vineyard providing a range of unique characteristics to the wines. Back in the late 1980s, James Halliday introduced single vineyard wines to Coldstream Hills and demonstrated their unique styles. The tradition has continued with the release of the Single Vineyard range.

This Pinot Noir, sourced from the prestigious Esplanade Block of the Syme Vineyard, is elegantly layered with a silky tannin finish. Ready to drink now or perfect for cellaring, it pairs beautifully with savory dishes like grilled pork or beef stew.

Varietal Pinot Noir
Vintage 2023
Country Australia
Region Yarra Valley
Volume 750 mL
Closure Screw Cap
Alc/Vol 13.5%
Peak Drinking Enjoy Now - 2034
Winemaker Andrew Fleming

Taste Description

Taste Description

Nose

Attractive and brooding, with dark cherry characters underpinned by hints of five spice and the wine’s characteristic savoury edge. French oak adds plushness and complexity, with mineral graphite evident in the background.

Flavours and Palate

Medium-bodied in style with texture and the locale’s signature fine-grained chalky tannins. Dark cherry notes dominate, supported harmoniously by muddled strawberry, star anise and beautifully balanced oak.

Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking

Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking

Yarra Valley, Victoria

Cooler than Bordeaux yet warmer than Burgundy, picturesque Yarra Valley is one of Australia's foremost cool-climate wine regions. An easy one-hour’s drive from Melbourne, the area is home to more than 80 cellar doors. In addition to the huge range of wineries, the area boasts superb contemporary restaurants, authentic rustic farms - and luxury overnight accommodation if the sightseeing gets too much! The fertile Yarra Valley soils produce famously elegant and textured Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

VINTAGE CONDITIONS

A cold wet start to the growing season proved challenging in the vineyards with fruit set and ultimately yields lower than average. Summer began with high humidity, but during the ripening period became stable and dry. The onset of flavour development occurred relatively rapidly with fine acidity retained across all varieties.