(2023) I've followed Brian Croser's Tapanappa for many years, including this Pinot Noir from South Australia - not particularly common, but these vineyards on the Fleurieu Peninsula close to McLaren Vale offer relatively cool conditions that suit this variety. The aromas are of plum and lightly earthy chestnut and briar, a hint of chocolate but also a little hint of strawberry. In the mouth this is fresh and has a certain crunch to the fruit, an orange or grapefruit tang to the acidity and tight tannins give it some structure but freshness. There is some depth here too, quite a dark fruit profile nicely set against that freshness.