Hoddles Creek Estate 2023 Yarra Valley Pinot Noir has aromas of red berries and dark cherry which dominate the nose, firm mid palate tannins lead to pleasing acidity on the back.

“Another year of small yields from a cool season, with a dry finish from January to harvest. Look, its 13.2% alcohol, well that really took me by surprise!

Lovely amount of perfume this year, in with red cherry and other red fruits, some cinnamon, almond, vanilla, and assorted spice from oak, subtle earthiness with a little dried herb too. Its medium-bodied, kind of light, but gee, theres no shortage of depth and concentration either. It has bright acidity, fine tannin grip, and a lively finish of excellent length. It took me one smell, and one sip, to know that I really like this vintage. A little more fine-boned. Classic styling, if you will.”
93+ Points – Gary Walsh, The Wine Front, April 2024, Drink: 2024 – 2033+