Tasting Profile
April 2024
Aromas of both red and blue fruits leap from the glass, intertwining notes of dark cherries and boysenberries, with delicate hints of violet florals. Intriguing layers of brown spice, subtle green olive, and earthy undertones add depth and complexity. The palate showcases a velvety core of raspberry and dark cherry flavours. The tannins, polished and refined, carry a subtle toasty essence, while a refreshing acidity guides the wine with finesse. Vibrant, opulent, and intricately layered, this wine is delightful for immediate enjoyment, yet promises greater depth with medium-term cellaring.
13.5%
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Reviews
Wine Pilot, May 2024
Ray Jordan
A wonderful example of region and variety. Bright cherry and raspberry aromas with a little dried herb character. The palate is intense with a slightly chalky mouth feel. Impeccable oak and fruit balance with the of large format foudres allowing the fruit to express itself beautifully
95 points
The Real Review, July 2024
Aaron Brasher
Bright and youthful in appearance. Complex aromas of dark cherry, earth, chalk, sap, pot-pourri, bramble and spice. Fleshy, youthful, red and blue fruit driven, with plenty of grip, texture and presence. It has lovely concentration, sophistication and balance.
93 points
The Vintage
The Vineyard
The Port Phillip Estate ‘Balnarring’ vineyard is located on the Mornington Peninsula at Balnarring, on Miocene sedimentary soils. Our wines are made from domain grown, handpicked grapes and aim to manifest terroir: the integration of our geology and soils with the macroclimate of our region, the mesoclimates of the various sites within our vineyard and the weather of the annual grape growing season. Our cultural operations in the vineyard and practices in the winery endeavour to articulate these unique characteristics diligently, respectfully and without artifice.