Peninsula’s MUST-TRY PINOT NOIR
CRITTENDEN ESTATE 2017 CRI DE COEUR PINOT NOIR A spicy herbal nose with vibrant fruit attributable to whole bunch fermentation. Fine and textured tannins on the palate.
CRITTENDEN ESTATE
25 Harrisons Rd, Dromana Ph 5987 3800 www.crittendenwines.com.au
2017 RED HILL ESTATE MERRICKS GROVE PINOT NOIR This wine showcases a cross selection of Pinot blocks from our Merricks Grove vineyard, presenting blood plums and floral tones. It has a hint of herbaceous notes on the nose and blackberries on the palate with finely grained tannins and a smooth, integrated, lingering finish.
RED HILL ESTATE 53 Shoreham Rd, Red Hill South Ph 5989 2838 www.redhillestate.com.au
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November 2019
HICKINBOTHAM 2016 PINOT NOIR
Beautiful red berries on the aroma and lovely soft acid balance on the palate. This wine epitomises the complexity and fickle nature of the Pinot grape, and highlights the best of the cool Mornington Peninsula climate.
HICKINBOTHAM WINERY
2016 PARINGA ESTATE ESTATE PINOT NOIR Classic aromas of red and dark cherries mingle with hints of spice. A structured yet elegant wine with excellent fruit weight and firm tannins.
PARINGA ESTATE
194 Nepean Hwy, Dromana Ph 5981 0355 www.hickinbotham.biz
44 Paringa Road, Red Hill South Ph 5989 2669 www.paringaestate.com.au
STUMPY GULLY PINOT NOIR
2017 TROFEO ESTATE CHOSEN FEW PINOT NOIR
An intense Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir reflecting ripe dry vintage conditions and low cropping levels. Rich plum and strawberry aromas are complimented with spicy oak. The palate shows good depth: fruit weight is balanced with acidity and there are earthy spicy overtones from toasty oak.
STUMPY GULLY VINEYARD
1247 Stumpy Gully Rd, Moorooduc Ph 1800 STUMPY (788 679) www.stumpygully.com.au
Forest fruits and dried cranberries are evident on the nose, with an underlying hint of red currants. On the pallet, red berries and sweet spices are dominant. This wine presents an earthy savoury character whilst ensuring a delicate balance of fruit and refreshing acidity. Silky smooth tannins give this wine body.
TROFEO ESTATE 85 Harrisons Rd, Dromana Ph 5981 8688 www.trofeoestate.com