Mountford, Gradient Pinot Noir other_regions_australia finesse and filigreed purity that

finesse and filigreed purity that is reminiscent of slate and quartzite rather than deep clay

layered with delicate details of star fruit

currants and blueberries

subtle spices and superb length

—'99 Brunello blind retrospective (2009)

Mountford, Gradient Pinot Noir other_regions_australia finesse and filigreed purity thatMedium deep ruby colored, the 2009 The Gradient Pinot Noir envelops a core of red cherries and red currant aromas with notes of stems, dried Mediterranean herbs, damp loam and mossy tree bark. Medium to full bodied, it is a bit lean on the palate, with low to medium levels of chewy slightly astringent tannins, medium acidity and a long finish. Consider drinking it now to 2015.