Punch ‘Close Planted’ Pinot Noir “Lance’s Vineyard” 2015 utiel-requena truly great

truly great

but a lot of grip

It epitomizes the passion for excellence and precision that is at the heart of every one of Graham's handmade Tawny Ports

The addition of Malbec adds to the complexity of the mid-palate contributing violet

The granite soils and the traditional vinification bring to the wine aromas of small red fruits and a subtle spiciness

Punch ‘Close Planted’ Pinot Noir “Lance’s Vineyard” 2015 utiel-requena truly greatUnlike most Yarra pinots, this is dark, introverted, savoury and sultry. Dont look for crystalline bright berries or sunny outlook here. This shows a furrowed brow of black cherry, blueberry, black pepper, cola and nutmeg. Its not plush like fruity Central Otago, its full to the brim with complexity and more intrigue than a murder thriller. Peter Falks Columbo is not the sexiest poster boy to compare a wine to, but bear with me. Its clever,