Jim Chatto is recognised as having one of the very best palates in Australia, and has proved to be an outstanding winemaker. He and wife Daisy long wanted to get a small Tasmanian pinot business up and running, but having moved to the Hunter Valley in 2000, it took six years to find a site that satisfied all of the criteria Jim considers ideal. It is a warm, well drained site in one of the coolest parts of Tasmania, looking out over Glaziers Bay. 

Intrigue is blended from all 8 clones on Isle Vineyard. Complex mix of dark cherry/blue fruits, forest floor and herbal spice nicely integrated. Medium length with fine tannins and balanced acidity.

Deep-ish, youthful purple colour; smoky reduction is the first aroma, the palate very intense, medium bodied and attractively flavoured with dark cherry, anise/spice flavours and a big finish of licorice and black cherry. A powerhouse of a pinot. Concentration and poise aplenty. Impressive wine. (Made from all 8 clones grown on the Chatto Isle vineyard, Huon Valley). Date: July 2025; Alcohol: 13.3%; Drink: 2025-2039; Rating: 97 Points; Huon Hooke; The Real Review