1997 Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir

The 1997 Pinot Noir has a well-defined nose with Bing cherry, light chlorine scents and fine lift, although not as complex as the 1981. The palate is better with grainy tannins, fully mature with black pepper and clove. This is a little austere, yet balanced with touches of tobacco on the finish. This feels a little static compared to other vintages, rather ‘hemmed in’ and lacking a sense of natural flow.