Explore Yellow Point Pinot Noir 2021, a vibrant expression of Tasmania’s premier Pinot Noir region, crafted at Birchs Bay on the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. This boutique vineyard’s 2021 vintage exemplifies the region’s elegance, offering a wine that is enjoyable now but also capable of developing further complexity with careful cellaring.

Key Information and Highlights:

• Region: Birchs Bay, D’Entrecasteaux Channel, Tasmania
• Variety: Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2021
• Alcohol Content: Approximately 13.5%
• Volume: 750ml Bottle
• Production: Boutique, with a history of producing Gold Medal and Trophy-winning Pinot Noirs
• Cellaring Potential: Suitable for immediate enjoyment or cellaring for enhanced complexity

Critic Scores:

• While specific scores for the 2021 vintage may not be widely published, the wine’s consistent reputation suggests high quality and finesse.

Producer Background:

Yellow Point’s vineyard benefits from the cool maritime climate of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel, fostering ideal conditions for Pinot Noir. The vineyard’s minimal intervention approach allows the grape’s purity and regional character to shine through. The 2021 vintage reflects the vineyard’s dedication to quality, with grapes harvested at optimal ripeness and fermented to preserve fruit vibrancy and elegance.

Flavour Profile:

• Appearance: Bright ruby red
• Nose: Aromas of fresh red cherry, raspberry, and violet, with subtle hints of spice and earthiness
• Palate: Light to medium-bodied with silky tannins; flavours of ripe red fruits, a touch of mineral and spice, with a refined, lingering finish. The wine’s structure suggests it will evolve gracefully with cellaring, gaining additional depth and complexity over time.

Food Pairings:

Enjoy the Yellow Point Pinot Noir 2021 with:

• Roast or grilled lamb and poultry dishes
• Pasta with tomato, mushroom, or herb-based sauces
• Atlantic salmon, whether grilled or poached
• Spicy Asian dishes like Thai or Korean cuisine, which complement its bright acidity and fruit profile

Open a bottle of Yellow Point Pinot Noir 2021 now to enjoy its lively fruit and elegance, or cellar for a few years to allow it to develop further nuances, revealing Tasmania’s renowned Pinot Noir character at its best.