Introduction
Ten Minutes by Tractor Up The Hill Estate Pinot Noir 2021 is a testament to the concentrated elegance and layered complexity of Pinot Noir from their elevated estate vineyards on the Mornington Peninsula, Australia. Produced by the acclaimed Ten Minutes by Tractor winery, this wine highlights the intense fruit and refined structure achieved through meticulous viticulture and thoughtful winemaking practices tailored to their unique hillside sites. It reflects the estate’s commitment to showcasing the nuanced expressions of their distinct estate terroirs.
Character Description
The Ten Minutes by Tractor Up The Hill Estate Pinot Noir 2021 enchants with a vibrant ruby hue and intensely aromatic bouquet of ripe red and dark cherries, plums, and a hint of forest floor, interwoven with complex notes of spice (cinnamon, star anise), a subtle savory undertone of dried herbs, and a delicate floral lift of rose and violet. On the palate, it offers a medium-bodied and structured texture with concentrated flavors of dark red and black fruits, a nuanced earthy complexity, and a refreshing acidity that provides excellent length and focus. The tannins are fine-grained and persistent, leading to a long and elegant finish with lingering notes of fruit, spice, and the distinctive mineral signature of their ‘Up The Hill’ estate.
Perfect Pairings
This elegant and complex Pinot Noir is an exceptional pairing for a variety of refined and flavorful dishes. It complements roasted duck breast with cherry reduction, game birds like guinea fowl or partridge, and earthy mushroom and truffle-based dishes beautifully. It also enhances dishes with subtle spice notes and fine-textured cheeses like aged Comté or Pinot-washed rind cheeses. Its concentrated fruit, refined structure, and complex aromatics make it an ideal choice for special occasions and discerning palates seeking a true expression of Mornington Peninsula estate Pinot Noir.
About the Winery
Ten Minutes by Tractor is a highly regarded estate winery on the Mornington Peninsula, Australia, known for its single-vineyard and estate-blend expressions of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Gris. With a deep understanding of their diverse terroirs and a commitment to minimal intervention winemaking, they craft wines of exceptional purity, complexity, and regional character. The Up The Hill Estate Pinot Noir 2021 is a true representation of their dedication to showcasing the unique identity of their estate vineyards, highlighting the concentrated fruit, refined structure, and distinctive terroir signature that define Pinot Noir from their elevated ‘Up The Hill’ plantings.
