2021 Oakridge 864 Henk Aqueduct Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley

Good depth of colour with a bright tint of purple in the meniscus; the bouquet is charming and complex, multi-layered and arresting, leading with fivespice and smoky bacon, a background of sotto voce fruits and flowers. The flavour is likewise multi-faceted and absorbing in its detail. Medium-full bodied and very satisfying, the balance and precision of the palate structure are notable, as is the purity of its line. An outstanding pinot, refined and long, with a super-seductive texture. It's a fraction more powerful and more detailed than the regular Henk. (Aqueduct Block, Henk Vineyard, Woori Yallock at 225m altitude. 20% 

98 points Huon Hooke therealreview.com

#1 of 76 2021 Pinot Noir from Yarra Valley

From a small parcel of MV6 in the Henk vineyard at Woori Yallock. Approximately 20% whole bunches. Matured in both 300L and 500L casks (less than 10% new). This is the finest Oakridge pinot I can remember tasting, and while it's taken time, David Bicknell's pinots aren't far behind his world class chardonnays. Wonderful fruit purity and complexity here with its scents of white strawberries, crushed rose petals and patchouli. The effortless medium-bodied palate has a real sense of elegance with persistent, silky tannins in perfect harmony with the fruit. While it's a total joy now, I'd love to see this in seven to 10 years. A superb wine.

98 points Philip Rich winecompanion.com.au Jul 2023