Michael Downer is working some magic with the wines under the Murdoch Hill banner, and this delightful Pinot represents the kind of value this brand is becoming famous for.
The fruit from their home estate in Oakbank makes up a portion of the Murdoch Hill Pinot Noir, with the balance coming from premium local vineyards. Michael treats it gently. It's an easy wine to like. Slender in frame, ample "pinosity" to keep the Pinot fanatics in their seats and outstanding value.
It's a wine that feels like it went to bottle effortlessly. If you are on the hunt for quality Pinot Noir around this price point, Murdoch Hill will unquestionably deliver the goods.