2024 Quealy Tussie Mussie Pinot Noir

The 2024 Quealy Tussie Mussie Pinot Noir comes from the Quealy family’s organically managed Tussie Mussie Vineyard in Merricks North on the Mornington Peninsula. Planted to the low-yielding 777 Pinot Noir clone on rich volcanic red clay soils, the vineyard produced small, concentrated berries in the low-yielding 2024 season. The wine was fermented with a portion of whole bunches and matured for 10 months in French oak, delivering a beautifully expressive and site-driven Pinot Noir.

The nose offers red cherry, raspberry, cooked strawberry and pot-pourri with subtle earthy and spicy notes. Soft and supple on the palate, it combines vibrant red fruit with silky tannins, savoury complexity and a gentle mineral freshness. Aaron Brasher awarded the wine 93 points, praising its generosity, texture and finely balanced structure.

Ben’s Recommendation:
A charming and highly drinkable Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir that balances bright fruit with savoury depth. Its silky texture and freshness make it a natural match for duck, roast pork, grilled salmon, charcuterie and mushroom dishes. Enjoy now or cellar through 2030 for added complexity.