100% whole bunch. Many critics have rated this amazing Yarra Valley wine extremely highly! 97 Points, Halliday Wine Companion: "Estate...
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Description
100% whole bunch. Many critics have rated this amazing Yarra Valley wine extremely highly!
97 Points, Halliday Wine Companion: "Estate grown, 100% whole bunches, matured in seasoned hogsheads. A bright, light garnet. A slightly riper version of this always perfumed and seductive wine. Lifted aromas of wild strawberry, rose bush bramble and green peppercorn spice precede the gently sinewy, savoury and very long palate. My advice: drink the Mayer Pinot now and over the next five years and then get stuck into this Dr Mayer Pinot."- Philip Rich
95 Points, The Wine Front: "It’s ‘whoa!’ in the green herb, white pepper and mezcal characters! Strap in. Lighter weight, a sluice of red cherry, rose hip cherry, all of this tightly wound with those green herb and peppery notes, skinny in its jive and cinched with ultra fine, silty tannin lending a long, drying pucker post sips. Fragrant, frisky, needs some time to see it elevate, but even now has a slinky swagger that should drag pinotphiles in. Sleek, elegant, personality plus." - Mike Bennie
ABOUT TIMO MAYER
German-born, enigmatic winemaker Timo Mayer is one of the great characters of the Yarra Valley. The words bombastic, charismatic and wild are as much applicable to the man as his wines. From his close-planted Yarra Valley vineyard, evocatively named 'Bloody Hill', Timo carves out some astounding wines made with low levels of new oak and minimal additions. The signature of Timo's winemaking style is his penchant for whole-bunch ferment. His wines have an ethereal quality, firm tannins and impeccable structure. These are compelling and extremely limited wines that tell a unique story of the Yarra Valley.
Description
Dr. Mayer is Pinot Noir with a wilder streak—bold, structured, and driven by Timo’s signature whole-bunch fermentation. In 2024, the warmer ripening season brought a little more fruit weight, but make no mistake—this is still a savoury, stalky, and structured Pinot.
Timo backed off the whole-bunch component this year to just 30% due to the extra power already inherent in the vintage. Expect layers of dark cherry, cranberry, and spice, wrapped in fine, detailed tannins that stretch long across the palate. It's a great vintage of this wine, ready to drink but also perfect for the cellar.
Wildly aromatic, deeply expressive, and made in tiny quantities. If you like Pinot with tension and bite, step into the Doktor’s office.
Product Info
Closure: Cork
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Brand: Timo Mayer
Country: Australia
Region:Yarra Valley
Alcohol:13%
What The Critics Say
"Estate grown, 100% whole bunches, matured in seasoned hogsheads. A bright, light garnet. A slightly riper version of this always perfumed and seductive wine. Lifted aromas of wild strawberry, rose bush bramble and green peppercorn spice precede the gently sinewy, savoury and very long palate. My advice: drink the Mayer Pinot now and over the next five years and then get stuck into this Dr Mayer Pinot."
Critic Name: Philip Rich, Halliday Wine Companion
Critic Score:97 POINTS
ABOUT THIS BRAND
Timo Mayer
Timo Mayer is a renowned winemaker in the Yarra Valley, Australia, celebrated for his minimal-intervention approach and dedication to whole-bunch fermentation. Originally from Germany, Mayer has built a cult following for his vibrant, terroir-driven Pinot Noir, Gamay, and Shiraz. His philosophy—"Bring the vineyard to the bottle"—ensures each wine reflects the unique character of the land. With a focus on organic farming and traditional techniques, Timo Mayer Winery produces some of the most exciting, small-batch wines in Australia. Wine lovers seeking expressive, handcrafted, and highly sought-after Yarra Valley wines won’t want to miss Timo Mayer’s unique creations.
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