From the ‘artistic’ vintage of 2020, one in which the warmth let winemakers make unhurried, considered choices, comes the ageable 2020 Jordan Village Pinot Noir, a deep, complex wine that showcases the chalky complexity of the lower Jordan Bench through the blending of four different parcels (Le Clos east and west, Claystone west and centre vineyards). Wow! A lifted, cherry-toned nose with overtones of cherry pit and plenty of bright, crunchy fruit and tannins. In the mouth, dark fruit and firm tannins feature nicely alongside tight, umami-laced mineral tones. Dark raspberries follow into a long, juicy cherry-edged mouthfeel with a mocha and baking spice inflected edge. The finish is long and juicy, strong and savoury with a chalky notion. Overall the wine feels full and plush, while retaining a racy, chalk-driven nuanced character. Put some of this away for a few years and watch it blossom. Drinking Prime: From 2024-2028 Thomas Bachelder, winemaker
