Ninth Island Tasmania Sparkling NV

Tasmania, Australia

Subtle shortbread and nutty overtones form yeast influence combine with floral and raspberry highlights from the pinot noir/meunier grapes. Along with the delicate citrus and pear influence of the chardonnay grapes, the overall impression is of Christmas cake and spice with crème brulee aromas. A generous and multilayered palate exhibiting expressive pinot noir spices and red berry fruits, complemented by pinot meunier fruit weight. This is balanced by the chardonnay flavours of citrus, mineral and honey, finishing with crisp and lingering acidity.

"Made from the classic trio of Champagne grapes and embracing the fabulous Tassie fizz-friendly (i.e. often bloody cold and rainy) climate this sensational sparkler is a winner. From the beautiful green apple and honey nose to the bum-clenchingly dry finish, if you tasted this blind I reckon that you might well think that it’s from Northern France with a credit card wounding price tag! The citrus finish is what gets me – it’s so long and fine. The Pipers Brook team has pulled out all of the stops for this wine! Well played." Recommended by Matthew Jukes, Wine Columnist 

92 Points ~ James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2010
Pipers Brook Estate as 5 Star Winery ~ James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2012