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Montalto
Montalto
AboutMontalto
The Mitchell family began growing grapes at Montalto in Red Hill, on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, in the late 1990s. Its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir come from cool-climate sites including Red Hill, Tuerong, Merricks and Main Ridge. Winemaker Simon Black joined for the 2009 vintage and works with vineyard manager Dan Prior.
For the single-vineyard wines, fermentation, extraction and oak ageing are tailored to each site. The Red Hill estate also has heirloom gardens, olive groves, restaurants and a sculpture trail.
Montalto 2016 Single Vineyard Tuerong Block Pinot Noir
Australian Red
A classically savoury Pinot Noir, opening with dark cherry, plum and forest-floor aromas. Dried herbs, black earth and a subtle touch of aniseed add depth as the wine develops in the glass. The palate is concentrated yet composed, with black-tea tannins carrying the dark fruit through a persistent finish. Decant gently and pair with roast duck, mushrooms or herb-crusted pork.
Montalto 2015 Merricks Block Pinot Noir
Australian Red
A hyper-fragrant bouquet brings fruit and forest notes. Earth, smoke, pickled cherry, clove-studded ham and autumn leaves accompany demerara and mocha oak. The Pinot Noir also shows rosewater, sappy cherry, char, youthful acidity, roast orange and grilled nuts. Made from the MV6 clone on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, it has red fruit, plum, acidity and oak, with a long finish.
All listed prices are before tax unless stated otherwise. Vintage availability may vary.