The 2024 Yabby Lake Tasmania Coal River Pinot Noir showcases the esteemed winemaking team’s seamless integration into Southern Tasmania’s cool-climate sub-regions. Sourced from their single vineyard site near Campania in the Coal River Valley, the fruit undergoes gentle handling with a portion of whole-bunch fermentation and careful oak maturation, resulting in a Pinot Noir that strikes a magnificent balance between delicate perfumed elegance and structural power.
The nose opens with enticing perfumed aromas of wild strawberries, dark red cherries, and dried rose petals, accompanied by subtle savoury nuances of game, undergrowth, and a touch of sweet French oak spice. On the palate, it reveals a medium-bodied, silky profile packed with bright red berry fruit and dark plum flavors. Silken, fine-grained tannins and vibrant natural acidity frame the palate beautifully, leading to a long, persistent finish marked by earthy complexity and a mineral lift. It pairs exceptionally well with pan-roasted duck breast, rack of lamb, wild mushroom dishes, or soft washed-rind cheeses.
