Ballycroft Small Berry Montepulciano 2017
The second vintage of Montepulciano for Joe Evans of Ballycroft. Expect subtle tweaks as Joe gets a handle on the variety and responds to vintage shifts. From Langhorne Creek, 2.2t hand picked; back in the shed it's plunged 2* for 9 days; employs 25% whole bunch and then spends 6m in old French oak.
Prime and ripe Berry on this one. Old Joe knows how to get some flavour out of his fruit for sure. It's redolent of the Blueberry topping on a cheesecake, minus the Vanilla. Savoury backs it up, the small % of whole bunch adding its tuppence-worth to the dialogue.
Nice open-weave that rolls around the palate. Fair shake of the pepper grinder, even a latent minty aspect in the frame too. Like good wines often do, this seduces with the first sip, luring the drinker in before delivering a liquid slap with some depth, spice and lasting presence. Joe, you're on a winner old mate. 91
Tasted on: Tuesday 29th May, a Leaf day
Source: Sample
Price: $25
Alcohol: 13.3%
Closure: Screwcap
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