De Bortoli, Riorret The Abbey Pinot Noir, 2020 Trajadura almost opaque ruby in the

almost opaque ruby in the glass

A classic Cotes-du-Rhone nose of dark plum and liquorice leads to juicy red fruit and a hint of earth in the mouth

Soft and delicate tannins leading into a lengthy

The finish is robust and creamy with a good backbone of acidity

De Bortoli, Riorret The Abbey Pinot Noir, 2020 Trajadura almost opaque ruby in theThe Abbey Vineyard at Tarrawarra is one of the Yarra Valley's premium vineyard sites. It typically produces brooding dark fruited Pinot Noir with power and charm. Bright medium red. Quite pure with hints of blueberry, raspberry, game and woodsmoke. Fine grained texture, restrained, spice, slightly saline, fills the palate with gentle flavours. James Halliday 95pts The Drinks Business Global Pinot Noir Masters 2021 Gold Yarra Valley, Australia 100%