Fowles Are You Game Central Victoria Pinot Noir 2019 (Australia)

Description

• French oak
• Strawberry
• Earthy characters
• Finely textured

"Light, spicy, fruit-driven pinot noir with raspberry, floral, cherry and plum flavours supported by a thread of juicy acidity. A supple, vibrant wine in deliciously drinkable style" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Jul 2021

"A red fruited nose filled with red cherry, raspberry, smoky oak, and light savoury notes. A light bodied wine with red fruit flavours, a zing of acidity and a spicy finish" The Wine Writer, Sep 2021

Bright cherry red with medium depth. Varietal strawberry, some bracken and earthy characters. Fine in texture with fresh lively red fruits, lovely vibrant flavours and great length.

Winemaking is a game of quick wit, experience and endurance. Each year Mother Nature challenges them to a match and each year they respond; moving deftly with the lightest touch. As seasoned contenders, they know how to play the game. The resulting blend is captivating; light on it’s feet yet full of character and perfect with food. Are you Game?

2019 was yet another record breaking warm season. Dry and hot conditions made for low yields and high quality fruit. Pinot ripens very quickly in these temperatures so with attention to detail they were able to pick at peak flavour and perfect ripeness.

This wine is made from fruit from their two family vineyards, Upton Run and Billis in the Strathbogie Ranges. Fermented with wild yeasts, matured for 5 months in new (20%) and old (80%) French oak, and finished off with a dash of Sangiovese (15%) added to the final blend. The Sangiovese provides complex dusty tannins in the wine, helps brighten the red hues of colour and also adds a savoury quality on the palate.