Pinot Noir Doctors Flat, Bannockburn, Wild Irishman 2021

The Doctors Flat vineyard is situated next to Felton Road in Bannockburn. The vines were planted in 2002. Production in 2021 was 2500 bottles matured in French oak - 25% new. Bright ruby colour with a polished blue fruit note shining through on the nose. Layers of white pepper, bright cherries and a touch of wood smoke come through with air. The palate has ample structure with fine but full tannins framing a flehsy core of fruit. Grip and spice come together, enveloping succulent red and blue fruit tones. This is a Pinot Noir that is built to last, it should soften nicely with two years in bottle and offer great drinking pleasure for over a decade. Spiced and seasoned with pepper and saline fruit on the finish, it is long, deep and impressive.