2023 Lark Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir

95 POINTS

Shanteh Wale - Winepilot

Fruit is sourced from the certified biodynamic Lark Hill Vineyard in Bungendore. Matured in 500L puncheons of which one third was new. Additional 12 months in barrel. Gorgeous concentration and finesse from a mix of clones. First up is Christmas cherries and pit, alongside blood plums and ironstone. Rusted tin, granitic earth and Bilberries. The palate leans towards its savoury side with cumin, burdock root and mushroom. Oak too is spiced and more meaty than sweet. Its tannin frame uplifts the entire drinking experience of the wine and leaves you chewing along awaiting the next sip. A wealth of layers and nuance and highly moreish. This is pine mushrooms and gooey cheese on toast territory. Drink now and will continue to evolve over the next 3-5 years.

91 POINTS

Jane Faulkner - Halliday Wine Companion

There’s plenty to enjoy with this youthful red. Stemmy, whole-bunch notes, both with aroma and flavour clearing out front, not too much, just enough to add another layer of detail alongside the red/black cherries and pips, pomegranate tartness too; the reduction adding a smoky/cured meat character. It’s ultimately a savoury wine, with plentiful tannins a little sinewy, but decent acidity too. Match to the right food for a good time.