2011 Dry River Pinot Noir
2011 was close to a classic vintage. Growing conditions were close to the long-term average for heat and rainfall accumulation. Favourable weather during flowering meant we had good cropping levels. With the long Indian-style autumn, harvest was fantastic, though with warmer nights. Please enjoy this 10-year old cellared wine. Cellared by us, to be enjoyed by you.

The colour is notably lighter with red hues. The nose has now moved away from intense, youthful fruit and is more delicate and subtle in the form of dried strawberries with cherry compote. There is still spice, more in the form of liquorice, with aniseed and dried herbs. Further complexity has developed with cedar, marzipan and biscotti base.

On the palate, the wine still builds with intensity towards the back, supported by a soft and buoyant structure. The tannins have matured and their interaction with the acids has also softened, cushioning the fruit with slower and longer ripples over the palate. The discreteness of the acids is in harmony with the secondary and tertiary flavours like bacon fat and smokiness, retaining a youthfulness on the palate. With this long drawn out crescendo of aromatics and strong bones, we anticipate the wine can further develop for another five or so years.