Mayer Yarra Valley Close Planted Pinot Noir 2025

Mayer Yarra Valley Close Planted Pinot Noir 2025 "All estate grown with 25% whole bunches and matured in 20% new hogsheads. A bright crimson. Leaps out of the glass with its bouquet of red and blue fruits and lifted spice. It's more violet than rose. The medium-bodied palate is luscious whilst remaining light on its feet. Succulent tannins round out a wine that will provide pleasure now and over the next six to eight years." - 96 Points, Philip Rich, Halliday Wine Companion Soft and loose knit, a juiciness, a plushness, dark fruited, blue fruited, rosemary and sage leaf, white pepper, some charcuterie notes, a bit of choc-liquorice too. A spread in the palate, an easy access and appeal. Feels mass appeal in its style, but done well. 93 Points – Mike Bennie, The Wine Front