Freycinet Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021 6 x 750ml Hop Vine & Still

Explore the exceptional Freycinet Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021, a masterful expression of Tasmania’s East Coast terroir. This elegant and complex Pinot Noir boasts concentrated flavours, supple tannins, and a silken texture, making it perfect for cellaring or enjoying now.

Key Information and Highlights:

• Region: Tasmania, Australia
• Variety: Pinot Noir (predominantly G5V15 clone)
• Vintage: 2021
• Vine Age: Original 1979 plantings
• Fermentation: 100% whole berry fermentation
• Maturation: 15 months in French oak barriques (26% new) on fine lees
• Flavour Profile: Macerated cherries, ripe raspberries, plums, exotic spice, pomegranate, sour cherry, subtle oak, forest floor
• Best Paired With: Game meats, roasted duck, mushroom risotto
• Cellaring Potential: Now to 2035

Producer Background: Freycinet Vineyard, established in 1979 on Tasmania’s East Coast, has earned a prestigious reputation for crafting world-class Pinot Noir. With over 40 years of experience, Freycinet has become synonymous with quality, producing wines that showcase the unique terroir of their relatively warmer, drier amphitheatre site. The vineyard’s dedication to traditional winemaking practices and meticulous attention to detail ensures that each vintage reflects the distinctive character and pedigree of Freycinet Pinot Noir.

Flavour Profile:

• Appearance: Deep ruby red with a vibrant, youthful hue.
• Nose: Alluring aromas of macerated cherries, ripe raspberries, and plums, intertwined with exotic spices, a hint of rosehip, and subtle notes of truffle and undergrowth.
• Palate: The palate is vibrant and detailed, with a silky texture that reveals layers of satsuma plum, pomegranate, and sour cherry flavours. Subtle oak nuances add depth, while svelte mineral tannins and a satiny mouthfeel enhance the wine’s elegance. Intriguing forest floor characteristics and a touch of gaminess will continue to develop with cellaring.
• Conclusion: This Pinot Noir is a magnificent reflection of its vintage and terroir, combining power, concentration, and complexity with finesse. It offers immediate drinking pleasure but also promises further evolution over the next 10 to 15 years.

Inspiring Food Pairing Ideas: This elegant Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with rich, flavourful dishes such as roasted duck, game meats like venison or quail, and a hearty mushroom risotto. Its vibrant acidity and complex flavours also complement chargrilled vegetables or a selection of artisanal cheeses.

Cellaring Potential: While this wine is captivating now, it will continue to evolve and develop additional complexity over the next 10 to 15 years. Cellar until 2035 to fully appreciate its depth and the emergence of tertiary characteristics like earthiness and truffle.