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Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir Estate 750 ml

Country: South Africa /

Region: Walker Bay /

Style: Wine /

Size: 750 ml /

Vintage: 2021 /

Sku: 30006861

James Suckling93 Points
Vinous90 Points
$54.99 Reg. $58.99

Details

Details

*Vintage may vary by location*

Our low-vigour, stony, clay-rich soil, cool maritime mesoclimate, naturally tiny yields of well under 35 hl/ha and our philosophy of expressing our terroir in our wines – give rise to a certain tightness, tannin line and elevated length to balance the richness and generosity of our Pinot noir. Our Pinot noir is not overtly fruity, soft and "sweet" and it generally shows hints of that alluring savoury "primal" character along with a dark, spicy, complex primary fruit perfume.

• Pinot Noir •

Suggested Food Pairing:

Beef
Charcuterie-Cheese
Chicken
Duck
Fish
Game
Lamb
Pork

Reviews

James Suckling93 Points
Vinous90 Points
JS James Suckling: 93 Points
Aromas of cherries and wild strawberries with dried herbs, paprika, citrus rind and stones. Medium-bodied with round texture. Refined and delicate pinot with juicy character, impressive tension and length. Lingering finish with notes of nut shell and spices. Sustainable.
VN Vinous: 90 Points
The 2021 Pinot Noir includes 12% whole bunch, the rest de-stemmed but not crushed, matured for nine months in barrel using 27% new oak. It has quite a potent nose with peppermint-tinged red fruit, fine purity and focus. The palate is medium-bodied with a sappy entry, mainly brambly red fruit, hints of tobacco and a touch of piquancy on the slightly chewy finish. Fine, but give it a couple of years in bottle.