Apsley Gorge Pinot Noir 2022
This Apsley Gorge Pinot has style, elegance and structure which begins with a refined, yet concentrated fruit combination of red cherries, blue berries and wild strawberries. The mid palate transitions in complete harmony with the fruit component with subtlety but complexity of dried thyme, violet flowers, fennel seeds and mildly spiced, toasted oak which then leads to a silky and finely textured tannin structure. This would match beautifully with a Rack of Spring Lamb or Fennel crusted Loin of Pork and as a vegetarian option, Truffle and Mushroom Parpadelle
Region: East Coast, Tasmania
Budburst Rating: #fantasticwine 97pts
Last tasted by Joe, 21/9/24
This Apsley Gorge Pinot has style, elegance and structure which begins with a refined, yet concentrated fruit combination of red cherries, blue berries and wild strawberries. The mid palate transitions in complete harmony with the fruit component with subtlety but complexity of dried thyme, violet flowers, fennel seeds and mildly spiced, toasted oak which then leads to a silky and finely textured tannin structure. This would match beautifully with a Rack of Spring Lamb or Fennel crusted Loin of Pork and as a vegetarian option, Truffle and Mushroom Parpadelle
Region: East Coast, Tasmania
Budburst Rating: #fantasticwine 97pts
Last tasted by Joe, 21/9/24
This Apsley Gorge Pinot has style, elegance and structure which begins with a refined, yet concentrated fruit combination of red cherries, blue berries and wild strawberries. The mid palate transitions in complete harmony with the fruit component with subtlety but complexity of dried thyme, violet flowers, fennel seeds and mildly spiced, toasted oak which then leads to a silky and finely textured tannin structure. This would match beautifully with a Rack of Spring Lamb or Fennel crusted Loin of Pork and as a vegetarian option, Truffle and Mushroom Parpadelle
Region: East Coast, Tasmania
Budburst Rating: #fantasticwine 97pts
Last tasted by Joe, 21/9/24
About Apsley Gorge
Apsley Gorge Wines, situated in the East Coast wine region of Tasmania, is renowned for producing premium cool-climate wines, particularly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Founded by Brian Franklin in the late 1980s, the vineyard benefits from a unique microclimate influenced by the nearby ocean, which provides cool breezes and moderate temperatures ideal for grape growing. The vineyard's rocky soils and careful viticultural practices contribute to the distinct character and high quality of the wines produced here.
Apsley Gorge Wines is celebrated for its minimal intervention approach to winemaking, allowing the natural expression of the terroir to shine through. The wines are known for their complexity, elegance, and balance, with the Pinot Noir often described as having rich fruit flavors and earthy undertones, while the Chardonnay is noted for its bright acidity and minerality. Both wines have garnered acclaim from critics and wine enthusiasts alike, solidifying Apsley Gorge's reputation as a leading producer of fine Tasmanian wines.
