Vinoculation

A few years ago I was introduced to the world of Burgundy.  It wasn’t easy at first, but the light eventually went on.  And I realised I was instantly financially ruined.  I wonder sometimes if the whole thing that is burgundy is a sinister marketing device - the whole region is so complex yo just have to buy everything you see to completely understand.

Now I’m trying to taste more widely again, including a lot of new world pinot noir.  And so opens the Bindi Pinot.  But wait a minute, there’s a whole lot of burgundian stuff going on here…

The diam comes out of the dreadnought bottle with a punt so deep you could lose your car keys in it.  The first whiff says class.  Delicate at first, and more yielding with time.  raspberries, redcurrants and blackcurrants with some white peppery spice.    The first sip is a lovely balanced textural experience.  This wine settles on your tongue and cheeks just so, and delivers the same fruit basket that the nose announced. Red fruits at first, then some forest berry elements.  A deft touch of white pepper.  A touch of sap, and yet another dab of forest floor funk. There is some coiled power here still, at 6 years old there is a clear sense this wine has more to give with further ageing.

But there’s still plenty to enjoy  now, and I did enjoy this wine plenty.

Oh, there was that burgundy reference. This seems very Chambolle Musigny like to me.  And that’s all good

Cheers

Andrew