Dalrymple Swansea Pinot Noir 2022

Savoury notes with cocoa, rosemary and oak spice aromas overlay a core of tamarillo and ironstone. The palate is classic Swansea; soft, plush yet glossy tannins seamlessly in tune with natural, fine acidity. Ripe raspberry and cherry give richness to the mid-palate while underlying Christmas cake spice is very appealing with a long finish.

The fruit was hand-picked with a small percentage of bunches placed into open top fermenters, the balance added after being destemmed. Fermentation commenced and concluded ten days later with gentle plunging. The wine was pressed before being racked to French oak barriques (33% new), and underwent malolactic fermentation during its 10 months in barrel.