Pyramid Valley Angel Flower Pinot Noir 2020

Biodynamic. Angel Flower is the prettiest of many synonyms for yarrow, a grassland and pasture plant with delicate, fennel-like leaves and a brilliant mass of white flowers. Yarrow is the basis of the biodynamic preparation 502 and is strongly associated with mobilising natural sulphur and potassium in the soil. 

Angel Flower is a cooler, more exposed block than Earth Smoke. The shallow soils and north-facing aspect here result in a more floral and aromatic wine, although the weight and shape of the palate have much in common with Pyramid?s other single-site Pinot. The team have also recently planted a little Chardonnay on these soils, recognising its potential as a great white wine terroir. 

The nose here is a touch more delicate and savoury, with, according to Steve Smith, ?the most pristine, intoxicating Angel Flower aromas I have ever experienced.?: cherry pastries, wild forest in the summer, red clover, lavender and a lick of hoisin. It immediately feels ripe, but from a cool place with autumn raspberries, early season red cherries and hints of clove and nutmeg. Underneath, there?s a fascinating blood orange note accompanied by summer berries and a savoury twist from the forest, while svelte tannins and thirst-quenching acidity give this a proper frame for aging. It?s simply dazzling and startlingly long, too. Importer Notes.

Bright, aromatic red fruit and a fine creaminess. Pure and pristine, very elegant, silky and light on its feet, yet an amazing deceptive weight to it. Very fine dusty tannins and a peacocks tail of great length. Superb. Ian Cook, FWC.