2017 Emma's Block Pinot Noir
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A pure, seductive and unadulterated expression of Pinot, offering a mix of herbs including rosemary and thyme alongside red cherry fruit. A finely crafted wine that expands gently in the mouth but retains a transparency and sense of lightness on its feet. Complete and satisfying, with a lick of integrated cedar oak on the finish, where gentle, fine tannins provide tender grip. Excellent balance and a sense of calm and charm. A little more length wouldn't be unwelcome, just to take it into the realms of near-perfect.
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Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate
Rebecca Gibb MW, Vinous
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Showing a touch more cedary oak and firmer tannins than the Mature Vine bottling, the 2017 Emma's Block Mature Vine Pinot Noir appears to be capable of cellaring up to 15 years or so. Cola and black cherries feature on the nose, while the medium-bodied palate is rich and velvety, leading into a long finish.