Oakridge Pinot Noir 2010

Oakridge has been making a name for itself in recent times and I can see why after tasting this. David Bicknell was a finalist for the Gourmet Traveller Winemaker of the Year in 2008.  If you visit their web page, have a look at what the winery says about him. Below is a paragraph from the Oakridge site.

"With an approach to wine-making that incorporates everything from the soil type from which the vines grow to the type of music that is played during vinification, David’s ability to create remarkable wine stems from his intuition and innovative tactics, which allow him to deliver outstanding results each year."


What music would you play to Pinot?

Oakridge Pinot Noir 2010

There is a mix of sourness and ripe fruit which contrasts perfectly. All I need is a little duck sausage and I am in heaven. This wine is made in a enjoy now style but it retains a degree of sophistication rare at this price point. The nice furry tannins flow effortlessly carrying the flavours of spicy cranberry, cut herbs, cinnamon and raspberry coulis. It is nice to see the entry level wine of Oakridge achieve so much easy going drink-ability. Give it a little while in the cellar and the quality should go up a bit.

Alcohol: 12.9%
Price: $32
Rated: 89
Drink: 2012 - 2017