Elgin Fourth Edition Pinot Noir

Description

”Vinification The grapes were destemmed and enjoyed a whole berry pre-ferment for four days. Then inoculated with Anchor Yeast strain WE372 and fermented in stainless steel tanks with regular pump overs for a period of 15 days. The wine was then gently pressed to 225 lit French oak barriques of which 30% were new wood and allowed 10 months maturation in oak. Malolactic inoculated and complete before winter remaining on the fine lees for the duration of the barrel maturation.Tasting Notes Brooding deep ruby paling towards the rim with aromas of confected red berry fruits, a touch of truffle and fine dry herbal notes thyme. Good purity on the palate entry and typically well ripened tannins lend a perceived sweetness to an otherwise savoury, spicy mid-palate with refreshing acidity balancing a persistent, generous and smooth finish. This wine delivers on varietal terroir expression with an underlying complexity that brings sophistication to a Pinot and ticks all the boxes for versatile appreciationwith food or simply enjoyed by the glass.”- Elgin Vintners