Grosset Pinot Noir 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Grosset
Label Name:
 
Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Adelaide Hills (Piccadilly Valley)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.8%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
2
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
14-16°C

Awards/Ratings
Huon Hooke – 95/100; Gary Walsh (The Wine Front) – 93+; Decanter listing and technicals (13

Tasting Note
Fresh strawberry and red cherry aromatics, fine silky palate of red cherry, raspberry and subtle darker fruit, gentle oak influence, long finish with supple lingering tannins.

Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, roast chicken, pork tenderloin. Asian: Peking duck, char siu pork, teriyaki salmon, Korean BBQ (bulgogi), sesame tofu stir-fry.

Production Method
50% whole-bunch fermentation with manual (foot) plunging; matured 12 months in French oak barriques (50% new); bottled unfined; screwcap closure.

Vineyard Info
Made by Jeffrey Grosset from Piccadilly Valley fruit in Adelaide Hills; Grosset is a renowned Australian producer noted for Riesling and careful viticulture.