2014 Oakridge Estate "Over the Shoulder" Pinot Noir Yarra Valley

Staff Reviews

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Kirk Walker

Kirk Walker

Multi-dimensional Pinot Noir under $15! Ripe red fruits, a little spice, a little earth, a touch of tannin and fresh acidity. You cannot find a better Pinot, unless you are looking for a fruit bomb, for the money.

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Gary Westby

Gary Westby

If you love drinking Pinot, and want to do it on Tuesday night, you have just found an unbelievable deal. The Over The Shoulder from Oakridge smashes all my notions about value priced Pinot. This is real wine! From a cool climate in Yarra, this lighter style Pinot has shocking depth, savory red fruit and length. Don't miss this one!

Notes

A K&L Exclusive Direct Import. Made by 20+ year veteran, Yarra Valley winemaker David Bicknell. David is considered by many as one of the best winemakers in all of Australia. The "Over The Shoulder" label is basically estate fruit that didn't quite make the cut for the much more expensive single vineyard bottlings but still represents excellent quality and an exceptional value. This is a more elegant, medium bodied style with very moderate alcohol, bright, crunchy berry fruit, spice and lovely earthy, forest floor nuances. Think of it like a great bottle of Bourgogne Rouge. 90 points Wine Front: "This has more going for it than your average pinot noir. It’s sweet and fruit-filled with just enough spice, and shape, to fancy itself as sophisticated. Cranberry, strawberry, woody spice, cherry. It’s delicious."