Coldstream Hills The Hills Pinot Noir Chardonnay Sparkling 2017

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A$30.40

Availability
In stock
Volume
750ml
Region/Country
Yarra Valley, Australia
Rating
95 points

Description

Coldstream Hills has been making sparkling wine, albeit in small quantities, since 1995. The first release of the wine was a Blanc de Noir, but in more recent times, it has been a more traditional blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

The south facing slopes of the Deer Farm Vineyard at Gladysdale provide an ideal source for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. The fruit was hand-picked and gently pressed prior to fermentation. Following secondary fermentation, the wine spent close to five years on yeast lees prior to disgorging and release.

Rating

Score
95 points
Reviewer
Phillip Rich
Review

52.7/47.3% pinot noir/chardonnay. Approximately five years on lees and disgorged with 6.5 g/L dosage. A bright straw green. This is very fine on the nose with delicate aromas of apples, white peaches, freshly poached red fruits, brioche and a little hazelnut. The palate is equally refined, and this builds nicely with its gentle creaminess and fine bead before finishing taut and long. A refined Aussie sparkling.

Specifications

Closure
Cork, cage and foil
Serving Temp.
10-14 °C
Alcohol
12%
Food pairing
Beef, Chicken, Fish, Seafood, Pork, Cheese, Pasta, Veg

Tasting Profile

Nose
Fine and restrained with subtle lemony Chardonnay notes and hints of Pinot perfume. Time on lees has given rise to attractive secondary notes of breadcrust and fresh toast.
Palate
Lovely fine bead leading to a beautiful balance of acidity and dosage liqueur. Restrained, yet layered and complex, the palate has great presence and length of flavour. An outstanding year for sparkling from the Deer Farm Vineyard.

Coldstream Hills The Hills Pinot Noir Chardonnay Sparkling 2017

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Coldstream Hills The Hills Pinot Noir Chardonnay Sparkling 2017
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