Merricks Estate has changed from traditional trellising of the vines to a Scott Henry system, which maximizes the light and sum available to the fruit and opens out the canopy of leaves. The leaves are the vine's solar collecters and the way they are now trellised provides greater opportunity for photosynthesis for fruit ripeness and flavour during the long ripening season. In the extended ripening before picking in April and May, flavours are concentrated and the varietal characteristics of grapes are intensified.
The Pinot Noir was handpicked before partial whole berry fermentation in open fermenters in the traditional Burgundian style. This wine was maturated in two year old French oak barriques.
Tasting Notes
This wine exhibits the aromas of sweet cherry, plum and red berry fruit with some earthiness as well as clove and cinnamon spice. Fine tannins and fresh acidity complete the picture.
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WINERY RATING |
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| James Halliday, |
Australian Wine Companion 2009 |
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