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    98 Points

    Bass Phillip Reserve Pinot Noir 2019
    Bass Phillip Reserve Pinot Noir 2019
    Bass Phillip Reserve Pinot Noir 2019
    Bass Phillip Reserve Pinot Noir 2019

    Bass Phillip Reserve Pinot Noir 2019

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      Phillip Jones, renowned for his Pinot Noir, crafted his final vintage in 2019 before selling Bass Phillip to Burgundy producer Jean-Marie Fourrier the following year. And what a vintage to go out on. This wine is meticulous, epitomising Phil's legacy as a champion of Pinot Noir in Australia and the world stage. The wine is vivid, detailed, long and persistent, classic Bass Phillip and truly deserving of the high acclaim. 

      The intense and exquisitely balanced Bass Phillip Reserve Pinot Noir is comes from a low-yielding and close planted vineyard of 9000 vines per hectare - that's just 270 grams of fruit per vine. Deeply rooted in mineral soils renowned for producing notably intense and concentrated fruit, the Reserve Pinot Noir is mainly from five rows of MV6 heritage clones, colonial vine stock, yes imported by the legendary James Busby in 1832. For maturation the Reserve Pinot Noir is unfiltered and matured in new Allier oak for up to 20 months.

      Phillip Jones, renowned for his Pinot Noir, crafted his final vintage in 2019 before selling Bass Phillip to Burgundy producer Jean-Marie Fourrier the following year. And what a vintage to go out on. This wine is meticulous, epitomising Phil's legacy as a champion of Pinot Noir in Australia and the world stage. The wine is vivid, detailed, long and persistent, classic Bass Phillip and truly deserving of the high acclaim. 

      The intense and exquisitely balanced Bass Phillip Reserve Pinot Noir is comes from a low-yielding and close planted vineyard of 9000 vines per hectare - that's just 270 grams of fruit per vine. Deeply rooted in mineral soils renowned for producing notably intense and concentrated fruit, the Reserve Pinot Noir is mainly from five rows of MV6 heritage clones, colonial vine stock, yes imported by the legendary James Busby in 1832. For maturation the Reserve Pinot Noir is unfiltered and matured in new Allier oak for up to 20 months.

      Maker

      Bass Phillip

      Varietal

      Pinot Noir

      Country

      Australia

      Region

      Gippsland, Victoria

      Vintage

      2019

      ABV

      14.6%

      Bottle size

      750ml

      Trusted by the professionals

      Bass Phillip Reserve Pinot Noir 2019

      Medium to deep red/purple colour with a mossy, fungal, spicy and stemmy bouquet, complex red fruits lurking beneath. A nice touch of oak complements the fruit and subtle bunchy characters. The nose opens up beautifully into a fragrant bouquet of wild herbs and fruits including strawberry, raspberry, red cherry and an array of mixed spices. The palate is intense, very long and beautifully textured. It's not especially big or powerful but impresses with its charm. The follow-through is tremendously long-lasting. A really beautiful pinot.

      — Huon Hooke, The Real Review, 98 Points

      2019 was the last vintages that renowned Pinot producer, Phillip Jones, had his hands in before selling up. And what a vintage to go out on. Lucid and detailed, this is an eye-wateringly expensive wine you could wrap yourself into like a satin robe, even without decanting. Heady aromas of red berries, mushroom, dried leaves, herbs, and flowers, there's a touch of vanillin oak that should disappear with time. The palate shows structure and power but never overt richness. Silky, tangy fruit is brightened by well-placed acidity. Chalky, chewy tannins come in gentle at first, increasing their grip and power over time. Long and persistent: Aussie sunshine meets cool Gippsland climate. Drink now-2033.

      — Wine Enthusiast, 98 Points

      Bass Phillip

      The story of Bass Phillip began in the early 1970s when the first vineyard site was selected 15 kilometres south of Leongatha, based on climatic and topographical observations. The location benefits from South Gippsland's unique conditions—mountains to the north and the ocean to the south—creating the ideal environment for slow grape ripening. In 1998, a 7.5-hectare vineyard was planted in Leongatha’s hinterland, primarily featuring Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, along with small plantings of Gewurztraminer and Nebbiolo. Together, these plantings total over 10 hectares of closely managed, low-yielding vines that produce wines with depth, length, and complexity.

      Bass Phillip has embraced organic practices since 1993 and biodynamic farming since 2002. The vineyard's natural processes, including no irrigation and meticulous canopy management, allow the terroir to shine in the wines. The deep, mineral-rich soils combined with South Gippsland's climate contribute to the unique flavour profile of Bass Phillip’s wines, which are made using minimal intervention and traditional winemaking methods. Founder Phillip Jones spent years refining his craft before entering the Australian market, where his Pinot Noirs have earned top accolades from both local and international critics. Today, Bass Phillip’s Pinot Noirs are among Australia’s most sought-after, sold on allocation and rarely seen on the secondary market.

      Tasting notes

      NOSE
      Fragrant Red Berry Perfume, Mushroom, Dried Herbs

      Mossy, fungal, spicy and stemmy bouquet, complex red fruits lurking beneath.

      PALATE
      Structure, Restrained, Silky

      The palate is intense, very long and beautifully textured, with a touch of vanillin oak.

      FINISH
      Silky, Chalky, Mixed Spices

      Silky, tangy fruit is brightened by well-placed acidity. Chalky, chewy tannins come in gentle at first, increasing their grip and power over time.