Wooing Tree wooed me! I fell in love with this outstanding Central Otago pinot. Perfect ruby colour with vivid red reflections and fine clarity. Lifted complex aromas of violets, dark berries, cinnamon, wild thyme, smoked cheese and mushrooms. The palate … Continue reading
Pinot Palooza was a bonanza for pinot lovers in Melbourne last weekend – an opportunity to meet wine makers and taste some of Australia and NZ’s best pinot noirs. My only problem was with the number of people attending and the … Continue reading
I attended a master class on Oregon & Californian pinot noir on the weekend hosted by Chris Crawford, Ben Edwards & Michael McNamara and held at Pinot Palooza in Melbourne, Victoria. The line up included: J Christopher, Erath, Cristom ‘Sommers … Continue reading
My first experience of Chilean pinot noir was not particularly inspiring. The 2009 Terra Andina Reserva was interesting and serviceable as an accompaniment to a good ripe brie. I will, however, keep an open mind about Chilean pinot noir and … Continue reading