The below-average sized crush can be attributed to a number of seasonal factors as well as various forms of human intervention driven by economic considerations and market forces.
Major global-scale climate influences on the Australian climate in 2023 were a La Niña at the start of the year, an El Niño and a strong positive Indian Ocean Dipole which were established in early spring, and a positive phase of the S...
Pinot Noir Fossil Hill 2024 ($30) – This fresh and bright Pinot from the Orange region is crafted from a range of clones, some destemmed and some whole bunch, before maturation in French oak.
The colour is a bright and yet pale garnet. The freshness is immediately apparent on the nose, with notes of strawberries, raspberries, florals and cherry pits. A wine of medium length and juicy acidity, there is finesse and balance, along with a lingering finish with satiny tannins. It would benefit from another year or two in the cellar and can then enjoyed over the following four to five. 92.
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