Mount Eden Vineyards, Pinot Noir other_regions_australia No matter what the aging

No matter what the aging trajectory ultimately demonstrates

playing depth against vivacity and finishing with outstanding clarity and length

there was an acute herbal note—rockrose

marzipan and lemon confit

The wine was vinified using 60% whole cluster and aged for around 22 months in 50% new French oak barrique and 50% used French barrique

Mount Eden Vineyards, Pinot Noir other_regions_australia No matter what the agingThe 2015 Pinot Noir Estate showcases Mount Eden's darker, brooding side with a smoldering nose of dried black fruits, damp earth, tobacco leaves and cracked leather. It is supple and round in texture, with soft acidity lightly bracing the edges of the palate. It is initially inward and closed on the finish before unclenching and continuing the savory, earth driven style found throughout. This is a contemplative vintage that could be in an awkward