# The Doctor Pinot Noir (2023)

- **Producer:** Timo Mayer
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Victoria, Australia
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €80
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, raspberry, watermelon, cranberry, lilac, dill, cardamom, cloves, forest floor, earth

## 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.

## Interesting facts

- Timo Mayer's wines are often described as 'cult wines' due to their limited production and high demand.
- The 'Doctor' is one of Timo Mayer's most sought-after Pinot Noirs.
- Minimal sulfur is added to the wines, allowing the vineyard's character to shine through.
- Wines are typically unfined and unfiltered to preserve their natural expression.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and bright acidity can cut through the richness of dishes like duck and pork. Its savory and earthy notes complement mushroom-based dishes and game meats, while its fruit profile harmonizes with herb and fruit accompaniments.

## 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.