2020 Dawson & James Pinot Noir, Derwent Valley
A$73.63
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D+JPINOT20
Deep red with a good tint of purple: a deep colour for an Aussie pinot, the bouquet very ripe and rich smelling, plums and dark cherries and tending towards prune, with some smoky/spicy oak, and without very lifted pinot varietal perfume. A solid, fuller and apparently riper style of pinot with some real density in its palate structure. (Derwent Valley grapes) 13 NOV 2022 Drink 2023–2032
94 points Huon Hooke therealreview.com
Pinot noir (MV6 and Pommard clones) sourced from Meadowbank Vineyard in the Derwent Valley. Part whole bunches (40%) and 10 months’ in French oak barriques (40% new). Mid-cherry red in hue with inviting notes of macerated wild strawberries and red and dark cherries. A bed of fine spice with hints of forest floor, rose petal, earth, amaro herbs and a waft of Campari-esque stalky complexity. Fine tannins create shape while fine, lacy acidity lends vitality and drive, finishing long and pure of fruit.
94 points Dave Brookes winecompanion.com.au
| Product/Service Sold Out | No |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Derwent Valley |
| Varietals | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 94 |
| ABV Percent | 12.4% |
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