The Hilt Vanguard Pinot Noir 2014 6-bottle-test Quite tight at the moment

Quite tight at the moment

balanced tannins and persistent acidity

A cool fermentation took place thereafter in a stainless steel tank lasting about two weeks and monitored daily

The overall grape quality was said to be very good and the vines produced small grape clusters that were high in sugar concentration with a good phenolic maturation

Grapes sourced from the southwest-facing slopes of the village of Montagna in Alto Adige receive ample sun and contribute ripe yet fresh citrus and pear fruit

The Hilt Vanguard Pinot Noir 2014 6-bottle-test Quite tight at the momentEndowed with a nose that is brooding, dark and seductive. Floral with strong notes of black plum and black tea. Palate surprises with its graceful attack. Crunchy and herbal with sumptuous blackberry and English Breakfast tea. Slides across the palate with fruit and smoke. Refined and gentle tannins on the tongue are ushered out by a gentle push of sweet red fruit. A ponderous wine with elegance and so many dimensions. Full of pleasure immediately out