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Wine Description
The Story
Brokenwood has been producing Pinot Noir from the Indigo Vineyard since 2002. As there are three clones (114, 115 & MV6) planted over different soil types, there is opportunity to process a number of different parcels; hence why we have both our Varietal as well as our Single Vineyard wines very much down this bright fruit path
Wine Information
Medium density with bright red hues. Lifted bramble and red cherry fruit notes – very attractive aromas. The palate starts out with crunchy red fruits complimented by the whole bunch used in fermentation and the French oak used. Lovely ripe tannins with a fresh acid backbone to carry the flavours right to the finish. The lingering aftertaste makes for a very enjoyable Pinot Noir.
Vintage 2021
A milder and much later-than-average growing season was the dominant factor in Beechworth for vintage 2023. Above average rainfall throughout the 2023 growing season made for a challenging growing season with disease pressure a constant. January was wet, with 108mm falling for the month. Thankfully, the rain cleared for February with only 19mm for the month. This allowed the vineyard to dry off. These conditions resulted in wonderful fruit and...
