The evolution of Mornington Peninsula pinot noir continues at pace.  Each time I look into the pinot noirs from this region, it seems that the wines are growing more interesting and savoury.  Perhaps it’s vine age, winemaking, the style is growing on me or a bit of everything.  Montalto’s Pennon Hill pinot noir is from a cooler south west facing vineyard, planted in 1985 in Red Hill South.  The 2013 vintage has aromatics of cherry, spice and tea tree.  The flavours on the palate remind of bright red cherry and old cedar.  There’s medium length on the finish, and the depth and intensity of flavour builds with time in the glass.  A balanced and lovely pinot noir.

Rating: Good, Abv: 13.7%, Price: $30, Source: sample, Vendors: http://www.wine-searcher.com/, Website: http://montalto.com.au, Tasted: 2014