2019 Silkwood Estate The Bowman Pinot Noir

This wine is a reminder about what can be done with Pinot Noir on the west coast of Australia, specifically Pemberton and Denmark.

This is a serious Pinot Noir that takes its 14% alcohol in its stride and gives great varietal appeal. A heady mix of dark cherry, earth, baking spices and wood smoke on the nose. The palate follows a similar thread in terms of piercing red cherry fruit that gains some undergrowth complexity and cranberry inspired texture. The finish has length and depth of red berry fruits, with a drying texture that will leave it in good stead for a few years in bottle.