This is a confounding wine that under-delivers but hints at its potential. It is a position I have often ascribed to...
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Warm vintage for Bench pinot noir, far from the hottest but phenolic development is marked in this pinot noir style....
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Tawse's 2022 home estate, Cherry Avenue pinot noir earned a bronze at the 2025 National Wine Awards, a fair...
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The lovely, medium-high intensity nose is open and delivers red berry and cherry aromas with hints of oak spice, earth, and dried herbs. It's medium-full bodied on the dry palate with delicious aroma replays on the flavour profile, which is more savoury and earthy. The crunchy tannins are smooth textured, while the crisp acids have very good structure. Savoury earth notes linger on the long, satisfying finish. Tasted May 2025.
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