Six Friends Tasmania Pinot Noir 2019 750ml

Discover the exquisite Six Friends Pinot Noir 2019, a masterpiece of viniculture from Burnside, renowned for its minimal intervention philosophy and limited annual production. This 96-point gem, crafted with passion and precision, promises a journey through refined flavours, enhanced by years of careful cellaring.

Experience the Six Friends Pinot Noir 2019: A 96-point, meticulously crafted wine from Burnside, embodying the essence of artisanal winemaking and the art of patience, ready to captivate your palate.

Key Features

• Hop Vine & Still Tasting Panel Score: 96 points
• Origin: Sourced exclusively from Burnside, a region cherished for its frost-free vineyards within the East Coast's dry southern climate area.
• Production Philosophy: Adherence to a minimal intervention approach, ensuring a natural expression of the terroir and the Pinot Noir grapes.
• Harvesting: A single-day picking event that becomes a highlight for the community of regular helpers, emphasizing the wine's intimate connection to its origins.
• Limited Production: With an output of only 150-200 cases annually, this Pinot Noir remains an exclusive offering, highlighting its unique character and artisanal value.
• Ageing and Release: The wine is cellared for a minimum of four years before its release, ensuring each bottle offers a mature and evolving flavour profile that continues to deepen over time.
• Winemaking Process: Crafted by Alain Rousseau at Frogmore Creek, the wine undergoes open fermentation, is oaked for 9 months, and then bottled for extended cellaring, capturing the essence of its meticulous production journey.

Producer Background

Six Friends Pinot Noir is a testament to the collaborative spirit of its vineyard at Burnside and the skilled hands of winemaker Alain Rousseau at Frogmore Creek. This partnership epitomizes the dedication to quality and the shared philosophy of minimal intervention, ensuring that each bottle reflects the pure expression of its origins and the meticulous care infused throughout the winemaking process.

Flavour Profile

Upon uncorking, the Six Friends Pinot Noir 2019 reveals a complex bouquet of aromas, leading with ripe berries, subtle earthy undertones, and a delicate hint of oak. The palate is greeted with a harmonious blend of fruit and tannins, evolving into a long, refined finish that promises a memorable tasting experience. This Pinot Noir, while full-flavored in its youth, gracefully unfolds with time, revealing deeper layers of sophistication and elegance.

Food Pairings

This Pinot Noir's versatility shines when paired with food. Its balanced acidity and refined tannins make it an ideal companion for a wide range of dishes, from grilled salmon or duck to earthy mushroom risotto. For a truly harmonious dining experience, consider pairing it with soft cheeses, which complement the wine's complexity and depth, enhancing both the dish and the drink.