Ochota Barrels Pinot Noir A Forest Adelaide Hills 2012

The 2012 vintage presents a luminous crimson hue in the glass. The nose immediately announces its whole-cluster component through penetrating spice notes that frame the core of red berry fruit and sugared rose petals. The palate shows crystalline precision, with tart raspberry and bitter cherry flavors that build in concentration as the wine opens. The whole-cluster inclusion manifests primarily through aromatic complexity rather than structural tannin, creating a layered spiciness that defines the wine's character. Despite an almost ethereal weight on the palate, this Pinot shows impressive flavor density. The finish extends with supple tannins, notable transparency of fruit, and persistent spice notes that underscore Ochota's intuitive approach to phenolic management.