2021 GLEN GARVALD PINOT NOIR, AUSTRALIA, 750ML BOTTLES

OFFERED BY THE CASE OF (6 x 750ml BOTTLES)

RRP: $270 PER CASE, $45 PER BOTTLE

Sourced from our Estate north-facing single block of D2V5 clone Pinot Noir,
planted in 1994. All fruit is hand-picked and hand-sorted. Three small open vats
were filled, one with 100% destemmed berries, the second with destemmed
berries and stalks, the third with crushed fruit with added stalks. Fermentation
commenced naturally before the introduction of a varietally specific yeast strain.
Batches were fermented on skins for 17-22 days before pressing and racking to
barrel.

Winemaker’s notes:

This block of D2V5 clone has long proven an integral component of our Estate
Pinot Noir blend, consistently contributing a light touch of prettiness, perfume
and poise to marry with the routinely more robust elements provided by our MV6
clonal blocks. As an extension of our explorations into the possibilities of future
‘fits’ for our vineyard plantings in the face of the steadily evolving and warming
climate, we are also delving into the world of clonal variation in Pinot Noir. Trial
and subsequent selection of suitable clones beyond the omnipresent and, so far,
unsurpassed Yarra Valley ‘workhorse’ MV6 clone may well throw a lifeline in
extending the ongoing viability of this noble variety on the Valley floor. As a first
step in this process, we chose to feature the north facing D2V5 clone as a singular
wine.
This wine walks a tense line between savoury and sweet-fruited characters. It
bears a brightness of colour with an intensity of varietal fruit. Aromas of black
cherry and char, rose petals and baked clay abound, with darker elements of
clove, nutmeg, coffee and damp earth. The palate features flavours of
sarsaparilla, Aleppo pepper, and porcini mushroom powder. Miso and cocoa nibs
surf a subliminal stemmy note.
Clonal particularity accentuated by a soft guiding hand in the winemaking
delivers a promising stepping stone in a future representation for this clone in our
closely entwined Yarra Valley floor climatic and clonal future. This wine is
suitable for vegans.

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