Mount Eden Vineyards, Pinot Noir other_regions_australia the 2004 is virile

the 2004 is virile

grainy tannins and seamless freshness delivering a very long

marzipan and lemon confit

there was an acute herbal note—rockrose

there is excellent vibrancy and punch to the intensely mineralinflected medium weight flavors that possess fine delineation and a lovely sense of underlying tension on the complex

Mount Eden Vineyards, Pinot Noir other_regions_australia the 2004 is virileThe 2015 Pinot Noir Estate showcases Mount Eden's darker, brooding side with a smoldering nose of dried black fruits, damp earth, tobacco leaves and cracked leather. It is supple and round in texture, with soft acidity lightly bracing the edges of the palate. It is initially inward and closed on the finish before unclenching and continuing the savory, earth driven style found throughout. This is a contemplative vintage that could be in an awkward