Dear *|FNAME|*,

'Both Emul and I believe this to be – for us – the best vintage of Hamilton Russell Vineyards to date.' – Anthony Hamilton Russell

We are some of the very first to have tasted the just-released 2021 duo from Hamilton Russell Vineyards. Not only is 2021 an exceptional vintage for the estate, it also marks the 40th vintage of their Chardonnay. The 2021 Chardonnay is particularly fine and, although still super-young, it has all the hallmarks of an absolute classic.

Joining the Chardonnay is the 41st release of their Pinot Noir, which illuminates the ethereal fruit purity of the 2021 vintage. On the palate, there is a wonderful dance between dark fruit, constraint and elegance.

While already sold out and pre-allocated in many of their other markets, securing these wines (from an exceptional vintage and one of SA's Chardonnay and Pinot Noir pioneers) should be an urgent matter for all fine wine drinkers.

Emul Ross' deft hand is clear in the 2021 Chardonnay. With clarity and purity very much to the fore, it is simply one of their greatest Chardonnays. The 2021 Pinot Noir has a sense of surety and precision and rounds out this special vintage.

Hamilton Russell Vineyards is constantly improving. They have introduced organic farming methods and Emul is continuously fine-tuning their work in the cellar – specifically their barrel selection and approach to oaking – allowing greater fruit definition and refinement. After a tough 2019 vintage but the good 2020, 2021 is succinctly summed up in Anthony's own words: 'Emul's signature intellectual winemaking style… has dovetailed with an unusually privileged vintage to produce extraordinary 2021s for Hamilton Russell Vineyards.' And we couldn't agree more!

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Vinous regards,

Tasting notes

Hamilton Russell Vineyards, Chardonnay 2021

'Perfumed with oak spice, stone fruit, dried pear and wonderfully expressive fruit following on to sensuous, concentrated peach and a delicately precise almond-etched palate. The acidity is pinpoint, and the oak is beautifully integrated with a pithy, savoury and lingering, mineral liveliness on the long finish. It is a superb wine with incredible balance and complexity.' – James Pietersen (March 2022)

Hamilton Russell Vineyards, Pinot Noir 2021

'Shy with backward, dark cherry and quiet, perfumed fruit purity. A nice touch of reduction leads to a palate that is light, ethereal, and elegant, with a nicely saline line running through to its refined and detailed finish. This a finely crafted wine that reflects the purity and effortless grace of a magnificent vintage.' – James Pietersen (March 2022)

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