Pinot Noir 2014

Reviews

1. Tony Peters – 23 October, 2019

   2014 Grey Sands Pinot Noir
   Posted on September 17, 2019
   by Tony Peters
   The words ‘Pinot Noir’ are pretty much part of the Tasmanian vernacular these days. When Tasmanian wine comes up in a conversation, no matter who I speak with, Pinot Noir gets quite a bit of the attention over the other popular varieties. There is so much good quality pinot coming out of the ‘Island State’ that even wineries on the big island are purchasing fruit to make a Tassie Pinot, buying vineyards or buying land and planting vines. That’s a good sign don’t you think?
   Well, Bob & Rita Richter saw the potential in planting a vineyard and growing grapes for wine production way back in 1989. Hindsight is a wonderful thing, but foresight is what pays off. Well done Bob & Rita I say.
   It may well be five years old but it still has a lovely deep colour. Now, the colour may have you questioning its varietalness (I don’t think that’s a word) and origin. Look past that and onto the aromas and the taste. It is most definitely Pinot Noir, and Tassie. No question.
   Plums, dark cherries with a sweet red fruit influence sort of thing (sorry, I know this sounds odd) that adds a freshness or youthfulness if you like. It’s quite mouthfilling, not in a rich or full bodied way but more of a plenty-of-flavour sort of way without taking away from that varietalness I mentioned earlier. It’s lovely and smooth and little bit vanilla like on the finish that lingers very nicely indeed. Tannins have almost integrated at this point of its development meaning you can tell they are present but don’t impinge on the enjoyment of drinking the wine. To finish off, I’m going to sum this wine up in five words. Balanced with a bright future.
   Region: Glengarry, Northern Tasmania Price: $55 Source: Sample thanks to Grey Sands

2. Wine Showcase Magazine, Mid-Year Edition 2019, Ref No 619 – 24 October, 2019

   2014 Grey Sands Pinot Noir
   Perfumed nose of cherries & redcurrants. Imposing palate that’s packed full of dark cherry and black fruits. Beautifully balanced firm tannins.

3. Patrick Eckel – 24 October, 2019

   Grey Sands 2014 Pinot Noir
   Region Tasmania
   Alcohol 13.4(%)
   Purchase Price 55($)
   Wine Rating 94
   Closure Cork
   Source Sample

   July 09, 2019

   An uncompromising producer from the Tamar Valley, the wines are held back in bottle for close to a decade in some instances and are the definition of hand crafted in limited quantities. The 2014 Pinot Noir is bold with layers of interest; on the nose there is plum, cherry, sandalwood spice, fresh earth / undergrowth and with time come some charcuterie notes.

   Spiced raspberry and strawberry fruit, broad and textured with layers of spice alongside grippy and earthen tannin. Black cherry and prune have impact to finish with generous, but integrated french oak richness a final embellishment.
   When to Drink
   Optimal Drinking
   2019 – 2030
   Date Reviewed
   07 02, 2019

4. Mark Smith 26.9.2020 – 28 September, 2020

   2014 Grey Sands Pinot Noir $60

   Glengarry, on the edge of the Tamar Valley, has been home to Grey Sands since 1989. Exposed to the elements all year round, it’s a tough site for the property’s 3.5ha of vines. Pinot Noir really struggles. But that keeps yields low while maximising fruit intensity. Little wonder Rita and Bob Richter seldom release these wines in their youth. Extended maturation has contributed a wealth of aromas and flavours to this six-year-old, from cherry, plum and cola, to more nuanced suggestions of sheep truck, spice and tinder dry charcoal. Sit back, swirl your glass and enjoy. http://www.greysands.com.au/