Experience a delightful symphony of flavors as a gentle spice infusion of cinnamon and anise gracefully dances over a canvas of luscious strawberries, velvety cream, and succulent cherry ripeness. Revealing a nuanced whole bunch essence, it transports you to the embrace of a mulberry tree, where the aroma of fresh leaves intertwines seamlessly with the indulgence of dark, sweet berries.
At its initial unveiling, this Pinot exudes freshness and vivacity. The palate unfolds with intricate layers, boasting a luxurious creamy texture and caressing silky tannins. Over time, this wine promises to gracefully evolve, softening further while embracing a myriad of complexities and captivating secondary characters that only deepen with the passage of time in the bottle.
Vegan friendly. Hand-made at CRFT Carey Gully winery. 100% Piccadilly Valley Pinot Noir. Cold soaked followed by wild fermentation in an open-top tank with 25% whole bunch. Pressed to barrel once dry for wild malolactic fermentation and maturation. Occasional battonage. Matured for 9 months in 100% French oak, 25% new oak.
Medium red with tints of purple and a spicy, wild herb and dried cherry bouquet, some Campari touches, the palate fuller and richer than the other CRFT pinots, with soft ripe tannins and an appealing fleshy sweet-fruit core. Long carry. This has the weight to go with heartier food.
Plenty of freshly sliced ripe strawberry with citrus undertones. Some stone, too. It's medium-bodied with fine tannins and a crisp and fresh finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
Hand-picked fruit, wild fermented with 25% whole bunches; matured 9 months in French oak (25% new). Whole bunches are fully absorbed without complaint, ditto the oak, as quality fruit takes control. Feels smooth and just right for the pricepoint, contributing a sense of complexity and immediate gratification led by deep red fruits, bramble, anise and violets. Keeps the fruit intensity going aided by firm, savoury tannins.