"I can't fault this" - Campbell Mattinson
Onannon is the impressive partnership of Sam Middleton, Kaspar Hermann and Will Byron, each of whom contributed the last letters of their surname to make Onannon. Having all previously had winemaking stints at Coldstream Hills (Yarra Valley), Sam and Kaspar are continue to make wine in the Yarra Valley at Mount Mary, while Will works at a Mornington Peninsula winery.
The 2024 Onannon Mornington Peninslua Pinot Noir is made from a blend of seven vineyards throughout the Peninsula. An instantly appealing Pinot, this opens with vibrant red fruit aromas, cherry and some Turkish delight. The medium-bodied palate is rich with red and blue fruit that moves through the fine-grained tannins, finishing with some spice and mouth-watering acidity. An delightful, approachable Pinot that is ready to be enjoyed young.
"94 Points. A blend of seven vineyards across the sub-regions of Tuerong, Main Ridge, Shoreham, Red Hill, Merricks and Flinders. Talk about pristine. This Pinot Noir is presented in immaculate condition. Dark cherries, a splash of strawberry, toast and chicory notes, and rounds of turned earth and assorted dry/roasted spices. It’s fresh, crunchy, silken and spicy at once, the finish then well formed and well sustained. It has substance but mostly it has flow. I can’t fault this. 13.5% alc. Screwcap. $45. Drink: 2025 - 2029+."- Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front.
