COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Timo Mayer
REGION
Victoria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Timo Mayer Doctor Pinot Noir 2023 is a 100% Pinot Noir from Australia's Yarra Valley. Crafted by Timo Mayer, a winemaker with a deep family heritage in winemaking, this wine embodies his philosophy of minimal intervention and site-specific expression. Mayer, originally from Germany, chose the Yarra Valley to forge his own path in winemaking, focusing on wines that reflect the unique terroir. The wine's distinctiveness stems from its signature whole-bunch fermentation and a commitment to expressing the purity of the grape and the vineyard.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€80
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Timo Mayer's wines are often described as 'cult wines' due to their limited production and high demand.
Fact 02
The 'Doctor' is one of Timo Mayer's most sought-after Pinot Noirs.
Fact 03
Minimal sulfur is added to the wines, allowing the vineyard's character to shine through.
Fact 04
Wines are typically unfined and unfiltered to preserve their natural expression.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Timo Mayer Doctor Pinot Noir 2023 emphasizes minimal intervention. Key techniques include 100% whole-bunch fermentation, which contributes to the wine's structure and aromatic profile. The wine is then aged in barrel, with a focus on preserving the purity of the fruit and the expression of the Yarra Valley terroir. Wines are typically unfined and unfiltered, with minimal sulfur added, reflecting a philosophy of allowing the wine to express its natural character.
