Colour me a sceptic when it comes to the flavours of the earth making their way, unadulterated, into the flavours of the wine but there’s no doubting the ferruginous edge that is almost always exhibited in the Kooyong Ferrous Pinot – sourced from a single vineyard which has a prevalence of ironstone pebbles in its soil. Coincidence? I’m really not sure.
This is the most forward of the three single vineyard Pinot Noir releases from Kooyong in 2010. There is strong and concentrated thread of raspberry which runs up against the earthen and ironstone characters. A strong savoury dimension for sure, with some beetroot as well, but there is also a sweet core of red fruit here which will please many drinkers.
The acidity is brisk and, along with a lick of furry tannin, provides considerable architectural edifice. No doubting it will age but you can go at it now with a decant. 93 Very Good
Region: Mornington Peninsula
Alcohol: 13.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Price: $75
Tasted: February 2013