2013 Melville Pinot Noir Terraces Estate
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Sweet tobacco, cedar, spice and brambly red berries are laced together in the 2013 Pinot Noir Terraces, a blend of five different clones on three windswept parcels that lead up to Block M. Blood orange and citrus notes add brightness through to the delicate, understated finish.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Still slightly closed, with a focused, streamlined feel on the palate, the 2013 Pinot Noir Terraces offers a pretty and lively bouquet of sweet berry fruits, spring flowers, mint and sappy herbs. Medium-bodied, elegant and pretty, with a core of sweet fruit, it never really expands on the palate, but finished with superb length. Reminding me of a Solomon Hills release given its vibrant fruit profile, it certainly gives up plenty of pleasure, but it will benefit from a year or so in the cellar.
More clay and thanks to Pacific pounding it has very low yields. 50% whole bunch in 2013. Sometimes more. Very sweet and rich. Chewy finish. A bit clumsy for me. (JR)