William Downie
Manilla Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir from Victoria, Australia
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
William Downie
Bill Downie is famous for his striking William Downie Pinot Noirs from Gippsland... (where he lives) the Yarra (where he makes the wines) and Mornington Peninsula. These wines are produced in tiny quantities so Bill spends most of his time telling people his wines are sold out. When he came across this biodynamic Petit Verdot vineyard in South Australia he saw an opportunity to make a wine an accessibly priced wine that would be available in greater volume. But because the vineyard has been organically managed for the past 15 years and was recently certified as biodynamic he also saw a site that fitted in with the philosophy of grape growing he pursues on his own vineyard in Gippsland. The wine offers great value and individuality from one of Australia’s great young talents.
Description
This patch of vines, while less than 5km north of Millstream, and at similar elevation, produces a very different wine. Planted to MV6 in 1983, it shows slightly less fruit intensity but more structure than its nearest neighbouring vines. The red volcanic soils face very slightly to the south and look more in the direction of the Tarago reservoir. These plants grow the lushest green canopy of any of our vines. Aromas of violets and rose with blue fruits and poached pear, this wine has a slightly sweeter fruit profile with a soft, velvety texture. It is subtle and restrained but still complex and detailed. Drink 2020 - 2035
Food Pairing
Beef, Veal, Game (deer, venison), Poultry
