Riorret The Abbey Pinot Noir 2020
SUMMARY
Single vineyard Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The terroir and vineyard speaks for itself. Delicate, complex, delicious.
TASTING NOTE
Bright medium red. Beautifully perfumed and ethereal, blue fruits, cranberry, sandalwood and violets. The flavours are vibrant, supple, seamless and with lovely tension.
FOOD RECOMMENDATIONS
Super versatile from seared tuna or salmon, lighter game meats such as pigeon or rabbit, or richer dishes such as classic lamb cuts, roast pork with herbs & fennel, charcuterie, and soft cheeses such as brie.
AWARDS
2022 Decanter World Award - Gold Medal
2022 The Drinks Business Asian Pinot Noir Masters - Gold Medal
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Region | Yarra Valley |
| Brand | Riorret |
| Food Match | REGION Yarra Valley, AustraliaWINEMAKER Steve WebberVINEYARDThe Abbey Vineyard at Tarrawarra is one of the Yarra Valley's premium vineyard sites. It typically produces brooding dark fruited Pinot Noir with power and charm. SEASON2020 was a cool late season with timely rain. Near perfect growing conditions, good natural acidity, generous colour and flavour. TASTING NOTEBright medium red. Beautifully perfumed and ethereal, blue fruits, cranberry, sandalwood and violets. The flavours are vibrant, supple, seamless and with lovely tension. WINEMAKINGHand sorting of fruit to ensure perfect fruit reaches the open fermenter. 18 days of maceration. Matured on fine lees in new and used 500L casks for 9 months. Gravity at all stages. WINE ANALYSISAlc/Vol: 13.5% pH: 3.65 TA: 6.0g/L CELLARINGStore in a cool cellar and this wine will develop terrific complexity and interest over 4-6 years. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONVegan |
