The sought-after Silex soils make up just 20% of the Sancerre appellation and are considered as ‘early-ripening soil’ as the flinty stones capture the heat from the sun during the day and radiate it at night
the grapes spend around 2 days in steel with regular stirring followed by a slow fermentation and maceration for 3 weeks
the precision of Bordeaux meeting the soul of Montalcino and one that continues to cement Banfi’s reputation as one of Tuscany’s great modern estates
and floral
but the character is more refined than heavy
2016 Estate Pinot Noir, Paringa Estate *Magnum* Great Wines The sought-after Silex soils makeParinga Estates 2016 Estate Pinot Noir in magnum is mature Mornington Peninsula Pinot with real presence. The vintage gave low yields and impressive concentration, and the larger format has helped the wine evolve slowly and gracefully. Expect lifted red cherry, dark cherry, raspberry, strawberry and violet, with layers of cedar, spice, anise, forest floor and savoury oak now settling beautifully into the fruit. On the palate, it is silky, textural and