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Juicy and sweet-fruited with plenty of spice, and a lick of gentle tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's great structure and texture here and a long life ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An elegant style, almost gentle with every element from fruit and acidity to tannins neatly in place. It’s a complete wine. Red cherry accents, rose petals, charred radicchio and a host of spices for good measure. It continues to unfurl beautifully in the glass. As seamless as it gets thanks to superfine tannins and a powder puff of acidity.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Medium full ruby with a tinge of purple; the aromas are of red fruits, the profile lean and elegant, with bountiful drying tannins, and touches of foresty pinot mystery. The wine is lean and drying on the aftertaste. Nice elegant wine, worth a little cellaring also.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Bass Phillip","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40825269878827,"sku":"2021 Bass Phillip Estate Pinot Noir","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021BassPhillipEstatePinotNoir_328064b6-16b1-442e-8ef2-ced3754a171c.webp?v=1725337035"},{"product_id":"2019-blank-canvas-escaroth-vineyard-pinot-noir","title":"2019 Blank Canvas Escaroth Vineyard Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe wines of Blank Canvas have a signature of power and density, these are no shrinking violets, they are concentrated and show remarkable depth and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pinot Noir from the Escaroth Vineyard in the Taylors Pass sub-region of Marlborough is an excellent case in point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade with a high degree of whole bunch, which reinforces the broad-shouldered tannin structure of this cuvee, Matt \u0026amp; Sophie have an excellent release on their hands here - one that will particularly reward careful cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A powerful, firmly-structured wine that is built for the long-haul.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 95 pts, Bob Campbell MW (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/EscarothVineyard_600x600.jpg?v=1696291358\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blank Canvas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40884855308331,"sku":"2019 Blank Canvas Escaroth Vineyard Pinot Noir","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2019BlankCanvasEscarothVineyardPinotNoir.png?v=1696290271"},{"product_id":"2022-ossa-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Ossa Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe unknown Ossa wine project from Tasmania was thrust into the limelight when their debut 2000 Pinot Noir release won the Australian Pinot Noir Challenge in 2021, and scored a memorable 98 point review from the Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuture vintages will include their new home plantings at the Belbrook farm but for now the Pinot is a blend of fruit from premium sites in Coal River Valley, Derwent Valley and, nearer to home, Swansea on the East Coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit feels plush and flavoursome, the palate structure is velvety and lengthy, and the balanced acidity underpins a hugely complex wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phenomenal new star in Tasmania's Pinot Noir firmament that should evolve very gracefully over the next ten years. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ossa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40926848811051,"sku":"2022 Ossa Pinot Noir","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/OssaPinotNoir.png?v=1698884577"},{"product_id":"2022-prophets-rock-home-vineyard-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Prophet's Rock Home Vineyard Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Home Block Pinot Noir burst onto the NZ wine scene when its first release, the 2005 vintage, was named in Bob Campbell's top 10 Pinot Noirs in Central Otago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then it has been one of the most consistently highly rated Pinot Noirs in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Home Block Pinot vines yield intense fruit, winemaker Paul Pujol mustering all he has learnt from his time at noted Oregon producer Rex Hill and in Chambolle-Musigny, Burgundy, to harness the power of his site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an Old-World-Meets-New-World style of Pinot Noir. Structured, savoury and a killer in the cellar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"A fantastic pinot with dried strawberries, orange peel, terra-cotta, and dried leaves. It’s full and very layered with creamy and fine tannins that go on for minutes. Plenty of depth and very long with tension and a beautifully creamy, velvety finish.”\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling (JamesSuckling.com)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Prophet's Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40966262751275,"sku":"2022 Prophet's Rock Home Vineyard Pinot Noir","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Prophet_sRockHomeVineyardPinotNoir.webp?v=1707699729"},{"product_id":"2020-schubert-block-b-pinot-noir","title":"2020 Schubert Block B Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eKai Schubert's masterpiece is his Block B Pinot, a small production of Dijon clone Pinot Noir, aged in mostly new French oak for 18 months, and designed to age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour odd years from vintage and this is looking damn fine. It's still powerful and tense, with a velvety dark fruit core and some lingering, quality tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplexity is the key - there's earthiness and minerality, depth and subtlety. A truly excellent new world Pinot that would confound and delight the old world drinker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Intense wine with cassis, dark-fleshed plum, blackcurrant, chocolate\/mocha and a suggestion of fresh herbs. Rich, warming pinot noir with a backbone of sweet, ripe tannins that suggest cellaring potential although the wine is deliciously drinkable now.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Bob Campbell MW (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lots of juicy fruit with orange-peel, dried-strawberry and some dried-flower character. 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This vineyard’s unique microclimate and meticulous cultivation practices yield a Pinot Noir of unmatched depth, structure, and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond The Forest is a special selection from this vineyard, chosen for its extraordinary aromatic complexity and precision. The vines face a north-to-east amphitheatre, directly overlooking the surrounding forest, which lends the wine its evocative name. Fermented and aged for 18 months in 100% Stockinger casks, with 50% new oak, this Pinot Noir showcases an impeccable balance of fruit richness and refined tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Beyond The Forest Pinot Noir is an apex wine for Place of Changing Winds. Acclaimed as one of the finest Pinot Noirs in Australia, this release is celebrated for its finesse, concentration, and long ageing potential. It represents the highest expression of their vineyard's potential, making it a prized possession for any serious wine collector or enthusiast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJust 747 bottles total in existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Place of Changing Winds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41102323744811,"sku":"2022 Place of Changing Winds Beyond The Forest Pinot Noir","price":260.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022PlaceofChangingWindsBeyondTheForestPinotNoir.webp?v=1717393976"},{"product_id":"2021-sandhi-sta-rita-hills-pinot-noir","title":"2021 Sandhi Sta Rita Hills Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalifornian Pinot that hits the high notes, in terms of both general quality and flavour - it is boisterous, flavour-filled but even a little fine-boned (for US Pinot..).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese finer edge qualities are no surprise as the majority of the fruit is from the Domaine de la Cote estate vineyards, home to some of the country's rarest and most high-toned Pinots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeetroot, cherry and plum flavours are most in evidence along with a developing gamey, autumnal note that will develop further in time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA remarkable Pinot of purity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2021 Pinot Noir Sta. 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Precise and detailed, it deserves to spend another 2-3 years in bottle.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Sandhi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41103006695467,"sku":"2021 Sandhi Sta Rita Hills Pinot Noir","price":130.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/ProductImageCutOut-2021-06-28T132641.png?v=1718150479"},{"product_id":"2023-garagiste-terre-de-feu-pinot-noir","title":"2023 Garagiste Terre de Feu Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Garagiste Terre de Feu Pinot Noir stands as the pinnacle of Garagiste's offerings, sourced from a unique half-acre of 20-year-old vines in the Merricks Grove vineyard. This special reserve wine, named \"Land of Fire\" for its iron-rich ferrosol soils, showcases remarkable depth and intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented as 100% whole bunches and left unfined and unfiltered, the Terre de Feu captures every nuance of its distinct terroir. In the cooler 2023 vintage, winemaker Barney gently managed the fruit, allowing it to spend 25 days on skins before ageing for 10 months in 25% new oak hogsheads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a powerful, highly perfumed Pinot Noir with lovely savoury, smoky complexity. Its concentrated flavours and open, expressive nature make it a standout even amongst the very best of the Mornington Peninsula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\" The ripe fruit sucks it all up, adding flavours of black and morello cherries, poached rhubarb, Italian bitter herbs, chinotto and a distinct stony\/ferrous character. There’s a real refreshment to this, the tannins have some grip bolstering the palate. One of the best Terre du Feu to date.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is so unique and compelling, taking you on a journey as it shapeshifts and deepens in the glass... Incredible length and character. This has so many years ahead of it, and I’m wholly intrigued about the levels of complexity age will bring. An exciting release.\"\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eTom Kline (Inside Burgundy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is an overt, and kind of extreme version of Pinot Noir, though it works... It’s a wild ride all right, but does have length and an irrepressible character. Wheatgerm in the aftertaste. Must be good for you? It’s a *lot*, though I really like it.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4XfeO6n1k1A?si=vGj8XPWwnwcvOn17\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Garagiste","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41120037339179,"sku":"2023 Garagiste Terre de Feu Pinot Noir","price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023GaragisteTerredeFeuPinotNoir.webp?v=1719378634"},{"product_id":"2022-utzinger-black-label-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Utzinger Black Label Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Utzinger Black Label Pinot Noir is a relative newcomer to the premium small-batch wine scene in Tasmania, crafted by Matthias and Lauren Utzinger in the Tamar Valley. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 2018, the Utzinger's vineyard thrives with high-density plantings of Pinot Noir and other varieties, nurtured organically and with deep respect for the environment. Matthias, a Swiss winemaker, brought his extensive experience and dedication to Tasmania, where he meticulously manages the vineyard with a hands-on approach. His ethos of \"wine is grown, not made\" shines through in this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pinot Noir is made from estate-grown Abel, MV6, and Pommard clones. Hand-picked, partially whole-bunch fermented, and basket-pressed into 35% new French oak. Minimal intervention winemaking here yielding a powerful yet precise Pinot Noir which is delicious to its core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the finest Pinot Noir offering from the Utzingers. Limited stocks available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright ruby with aromas of red cherry, raspberry and wild strawberries with hints of citrus blossom, morello cherries, dried citrus peel, soul-like spices, vanilla bean and red berry cream. Ridiculously pure and flowy, gossamer tannins providing the frame, briny acidity the drive. It's a case of clarity of site and fruit purity here, and that is a heady mix indeed. Just a delicious wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A Tasmanian pinot noir that stands out proudly in a lineup. Sous-bois aromas of dried porcini, mulch and bitter-cherry amaro, almost nudging Campari. A beautifully composed, mid-weighted symphony. Apposite fruit concentration, sinuous svelte tannin and saline freshness. A savory pinot noir that strides long and broad. Drink or hold. Screw cap.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Utzinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41120201048107,"sku":"2022 Utzinger Black Label Pinot Noir","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022UtzingerBlackLabelPinotNoir.webp?v=1719273993"},{"product_id":"2019-mac-forbes-woori-yallock-ferguson-vineyard-block-3-pinot-noir","title":"2019 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Ferguson Vineyard Block 3 Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Ferguson Vineyard Block 3 Pinot Noir is a new chapter in the Mac Forbes story, and proudly sits at the top of his extensive winemaking tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComing from Mac's cherished Ferguson Vineyard, this is a fruit selection from a narrow slither of vines that are particularly special. The 2019 vintage, characterized by warm, dry conditions and small, concentrated berries, produced fruit of exceptional quality and intensity. It was fermented with wild yeast in open fermenters with 100% whole berries and matured for 11 months in small oak barrels, before spending four years in bottle before release, developing extra complexity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, powerful aromas of dark cherry, blood plum, and baking spice draw you in. The palate is equally intense, with cherries, dark forest fruits framed by herbaceous notes. It carries the typical Mac Forbes lively acid line, with elegant silty tannins and a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eseamless structure that leads to an almost endless finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Block 3 Pinot Noir is still youthful but promises a long and rewarding evolution. It’s a testament to Mac Forbes' dedication to site-specific winemaking and a must-have for any serious Pinot Noir enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is in a good place with its aromas of dark plum, floral notes, sous bois and spice. More youthful on the palate than the nose suggests, there's good density to go with the still firm yet polished tannins. Can be approached now, with food, but still has plenty to offer for the future.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dark, plummy, meaty with a hint of liquorice and fresh coffee beans, again, quite meaty, bloody, there’s a black tea leaf on top and black fruit juice note under. Dark spice and bitter black fruit skins provide chewiness. Not too dissimilar to other Pinots, fine, smooth stony tannins lead the long way. Black pepper finish, firm and strong. Assertive. Ferrous finale. Give it time to unfurl. It’s a keeper.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Kasia Sobiesiak (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Mac Forbes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41123626450987,"sku":"2019 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Ferguson Vineyard Block 3 Pinot Noir","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2019MacForbesWooriYallockFergusonVineyardBlock3PinotNoir.webp?v=1720141615"},{"product_id":"2021-mac-forbes-woori-yallock-ferguson-vineyard-pinot-noir","title":"2021 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Ferguson Vineyard Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eMore than any other wine, Mac Forbes' Woori Yallock Ferguson Vineyard Pinot Noir showcases his passion for expressing the unique terroirs of the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in 1995 and leased by Mac since 2012, this south-facing vineyard benefits from protection against hot northerly winds, producing exceptional fruit in both hot and cool years. The 2021 vintage saw ideal conditions, resulting in a wine that really captures the essence of its site and season. Fermented with wild yeast in oak vats and open fermenters with 10% whole bunches, and matured for 14 months in small old oak barrels, this Pinot Noir is unfined and unfiltered to preserve its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMac's 'Woori' Pinot is always a delicate beauty, with playful pink and red fruits on the nose, alpine herbs, spicy hints and fresh orange rind. The palate is silky smooth, with more sappy red fruits transitioning to a grippy, structural back palate with fine chalky tannins that linger long after the last sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Ferguson Pinot Noir is a beautiful reflection of Mac Forbes’ commitment to showcasing the Yarra Valley’s terroir through expressive, site-driven wines. Enjoy it now or let it develop further in your cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Spiced strawberry, cranberries and cracked pepper perfume, then fresh button mushrooms, fresh yeast, and roses, cinnamon bark texture, a bit of sous-bois. All in vibration. It’s sort of bony and firm, stony if you will, fine smooth tannins with a long finish. Love the lightness on the alcohol side but none of the weight or tightly packed flavour is lost. Fine-boned and impactful.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Kasia Sobiesiak (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Mac Forbes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41123628777515,"sku":"2021 Mac Forbes Woori Yallock Ferguson Vineyard Pinot Noir","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021MacForbesWooriYallockFergusonVineyardPinotNoir.webp?v=1719445299"},{"product_id":"2021-mac-forbes-gladysdale-little-yarra-pinot-noir","title":"2021 Mac Forbes Gladysdale Little Yarra Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnother gorgeously expressive Pinot Noir here from Yarra Valley master winemaker Mac Forbes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSituated in Gladysdale, Mac Forbes' Little Yarra vineyard benefits from warm air currents, high solar radiation, and grey-brown clay soils, creating a unique microclimate. The outstanding and cooler 2021 vintage allowed for slow, even ripening, resulting in exceptional fruit quality from this site. Mac employs gentle winemaking techniques, including wild yeast fermentation, 20% whole bunch inclusion, and 14 months of maturation in small old oak barrels. This approach preserves the purity and delicate expression of the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, it's bursting with fresh herbal aromatics, earthy rhubarb, and wild raspberry. The palate is vibrant and lifted, with crunchy red fruits and zesty pink grapefruit, framed by grippy talc-like tannins. The finish is complex, with hints of coriander seed and cardamom, offering an appealing balance between savory and sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Little Yarra Pinot Noir is delightful now but promises even greater finesse with age, making it a wonderful addition to any cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From the Little Yarra vineyard in Gladysdale in the Upper Yarra; 20% whole bunches, five-day cold soak, 16 days on skins. Matured 11 months in seasoned barriques. A light, bright garnet. Gently perfumed with its complex amalgam of red fruits, gentle rose petal, blood oranges and spice. Classically structured with a fine vein of acidity and silky yet persistent tannins. Moreish. Idiosyncratic.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The perfume. The lightness of being. Coolness of tannin. Slate-like smooth texture, tart fruit. Hibiscus tea, raspberry basket, blueberries, rose petals, gentle wood smoke. It has a dead flower lift to red fruit, mushroomy and meaty bit, walking the thin line between savoury and sweet. It’s pretty without being juby and does a great deal of mouthwatering umami deliciousness all the way through.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Kasia Sobiesiak (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Mac Forbes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41123628941355,"sku":"2021 Mac Forbes Gladysdale Little Yarra Pinot Noir","price":89.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021MacForbesGladysdaleLittleYarraPinotNoir.webp?v=1719445330"},{"product_id":"2022-crystallum-mabalel-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Crystallum Mabalel Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 2007, Crystallum is a family-run winery known for its commitment to producing top-tier Burgundian varietals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crystallum 'Mabalel' Pinot Noir, named after a poem by Eugene Marais, is sourced from the high-altitude Kaaimansgat farm. Situated at 700 meters and surrounded by dramatic mountains, this vineyard's cool climate lends itself to growing powerful yet fresh Pinot Noir grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2022, the cool vintage led Peter-Allan Finlayson to opt for destemming all the fruit, resulting in a pure expression of the vineyard. Fermentation with native yeasts and 11 months in 20% new oak barrels add texture and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is savoury and brooding, with notes of star anise, mushroom, soy, and rose. The palate is dense and powerful, with fruit flavors of damson, redcurrant, and plum, and earthy undertones of rhubarb, tomato leaf, and molasses. The finish is dry, with a lightly spicy grip and a touch of minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant yet complex Pinot Noir from this highly acclaimed specialist producer of Burgundian varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Crystallum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41129207726123,"sku":"2022 Crystallum Mabalel Pinot Noir","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022CrystallumMabalelPinotNoir.webp?v=1721284320"},{"product_id":"2021-ata-rangi-pinot-noir","title":"2021 Ata Rangi Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eAta Rangi sits at the summit of Pinot Noir in New Zealand as one of the most revered wines in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAta Rangi’s 2021 Pinot Noir is a stunning example of why this small, family-owned vineyard in Martinborough has earned its place among the most revered Pinot Noir producers in New Zealand. Founded by Clive Paton in 1980 on what was once a stony sheep paddock, Ata Rangi has cultivated a reputation for producing powerful, cellar-worthy wines that reflect the unique character of the Martinborough Terrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 vintage, despite a challenging start with early frosts and cool weather, resulted in a Pinot Noir of remarkable concentration and elegance. Made exclusively from the oldest vines, this wine is a blend of the finest plots across six small vineyards, all within a stone's throw of the winery. It opens with an intoxicating nose of juniper, rose petal, and red plum, with underlying hints of cardamom and pink peppercorn. On the palate, the wine is both bright and supple, with finely woven tannins that carry the wine through to a long, poised finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis release is a perfect embodiment of Ata Rangi’s commitment to excellence, offering a complex and refined Pinot Noir that will only grow more intriguing with time in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's easily one of the finest examples of Pinot Noir to be found anywhere outside of Burgundy. It's a wine to be shared during special moments, with those you love.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is impeccably composed and seductively expressed, showing dark cherry, clove, thyme, and cedar characters on the nose with a gorgeous floral overtone.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s a wine for the long haul that draws out to an extended finish.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Rebecca Gibb MW (Vinous)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Zesty and layered wine with beautiful balance and complexity. It’s already enjoyable now but will age gracefully.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Ata Rangi\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/703OhE8Eh84\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ata Rangi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41151150161963,"sku":"2021 Ata Rangi Pinot Noir","price":105.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021AtaRangiPinotNoir.png?v=1723767702"},{"product_id":"icons-of-pinot-noir-pack","title":"Icons of Pinot Noir Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Tolpuddle Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Bass Phillip Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bindi Original Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 By Farr Sangreal Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Serrat Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Tolpuddle Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tolpuddle Pinot Noir hails from one of the most talked about vineyards in Tasmania.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has some of the country's keenest wine-minds as its custodians, including Michael Hill Smith MW and Martin Shaw, winemaking guru Adam Wadewitz and Ray Guerin, one of Australia's most respected viticulturists. With an all-star team and a plot of dirt this good, this is rapidly becoming one of Tasmania's most talked about and iconic Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a true Pinot lover then this wine simply demands a place in your cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Impressively deep, rich purple-red color, unusual in Australian pinot noir. The bouquet is loaded with black cherry, blackberry, and spice aromas, a hint of smoky oak adding charcuterie and five-spice nuances, while the palate is voluptuously full and rich, decadently flavored, with luxurious flesh and fruit, abundant fine\/soft tannins, and terrific length. There are some whole-bunch nuances which are beautifully incorporated into the wide array of flavors. A totally convincing and thoroughly impressive Aussie pinot noir to compare with the best in the world.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Tolpuddle has firmly cemented its position at the pointy end of the Tasmanian pinot noir pyramid, consistently producing knockout wines that have become a benchmark for the region. Nothing changes with the 2022 release... Textural and elegant yet with an undercurrent of latent power and intensity, a tight tannin frame, and a long finish that shows balance and poise. Just wonderful stuff.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (The Halliday Wine Companion)\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Tolpuddle Vineyard Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-tolpuddle-vineyard-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Bass Phillip Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe remarkable Bass Phillip Pinot Noirs are the benchmark for Gippsland Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe phenomenal concentration achieved by Phillip Jones comes from the ground up. Biodynamic farming and extreme attention to detail in the vineyard yielding fruit undeniably of a world class standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Estate Pinot Noir sets the tone for the vintage, coming from the original close-planted estate vineyard. Juicy and sweet-fruited with plenty of spice, and a lick of gentle tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's great structure and texture here and a long life ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An elegant style, almost gentle with every element from fruit and acidity to tannins neatly in place. It’s a complete wine. Red cherry accents, rose petals, charred radicchio and a host of spices for good measure. It continues to unfurl beautifully in the glass. As seamless as it gets thanks to superfine tannins and a powder puff of acidity.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Medium full ruby with a tinge of purple; the aromas are of red fruits, the profile lean and elegant, with bountiful drying tannins, and touches of foresty pinot mystery. The wine is lean and drying on the aftertaste. Nice elegant wine, worth a little cellaring also.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 Bass Phillip Estate Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-bass-phillip-estate-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bindi Original Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBindi has become one of the Macedon Ranges' most iconic wineries since it's first plantings took root in 1988.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bindi Original Vineyard Pinot Noir is sourced exclusively from the '88 plantings. It's a wine of intensity and savoury structure, the long ripening time in the region giving the fruit an immense depth of flavour and silky texture which has been captured beautifully in the bottle by winemaker Michael Dhillon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt unfurls beautifully in the glass to reveal a kaleidoscope of Pinot Noir flavours, from dusty, earthen tones, to sweet red fruit. It's one of the region's and the country's finest Pinot Noirs, no doubt about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Bindi Original Vineyard Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bindi-original-vineyard-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion's Winery of the Year!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Giant Steps, right now, breathes rare air. It’s been an outstanding winery for a long time, but the combination of energy and expertise – and no doubt plenty more besides – that winemaker Melanie Chester has brought since she arrived at the winery in November 2021 has frankly been breathtaking... In short, it’s a thrilling range to drink from.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing, for the second year in a row, the James Halliday Wine Companion's Pinot Noir of the Year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Giant Steps Applejack Pinot Noir comes from the cooler climes of Gladysdale, perched on an east-facing slope in the upper reaches of the region, and is celebrated as one of the benchmark Pinot Noirs of the region. The Applejack Vineyard, planted by the renowned viticulturist Ray Guerin in 1997, benefits from its high elevation and distinctive basalt soil, giving the wine its remarkable complexity and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2023 vintage was a challenging one, marked by a cool spring and mild conditions, leading to one of the latest harvests on record. Hand-picked and crafted with precision, this wine incorporates 40% whole bunch fermentation, with the remainder fermented in small oak fermenters and stainless-steel vats. It spends ten months in French oak, 20% of which is new, allowing it to develop a depth of flavour and seamless tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe result is a Pinot Noir that enchants the senses with its aromatic bouquet of wild strawberries, dark cherries, and spices, all interwoven with a hint of floral notes. On the palate, it is densely packed with fruit, yet remains elegantly light and vibrant, showcasing a perfect harmony of sweet fruit and savoury earthiness. Layers of spice and a whisper of woodsmoke add to its allure - it really is the complete Pinot package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love Pinot Noir, do not hesitate over this outstanding release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points, Pinot Noir of the Year \u0026amp; Top 100 Wines of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"2022 was a hard act to follow, but this superb wine gives it a shake. Exotic, aromatic and pure with its bouquet of wild strawberries, dark cherries, quince, spices and flowers. Densley packed, this saturates the palate, but, as always, it's light on its feet at the same time. Seamless tannins round out another benchmark for what's already a benchmark wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"GIANT 1% Strides, Climbing BASTARD Hills and… Wine Dogs(?!) with Mel Chester of Giant Steps Wines\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pBayFm3GNKc\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-giant-steps-applejack-vineyard-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 By Farr Sangreal Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSangreal is the oldest of the By Farr Pinot Noir vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single vineyard wine from this special site the most perfumed and delicate of the By Farr releases each year. The different soil profile and North-South aspect of the plantings bring intense perfume and 'prettiness' to the fruit each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA finer-boned Pinot Noir than perhaps the Geelong region is famous for, this wine has been loved by collectors for many years. This year sees an excellent release of this iconic wine. It's a pure, ethereal expression of the vineyard: rosy, perfumed and delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne that will reward the patient for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s a gorgeous wine, in short. It has variation, length and line, within a controlled context.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A pinot of succulence and deliciousness.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 By Farr Sangreal Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-by-farr-sangreal-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Serrat Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecognised as one of the country's leading producers of cool climate wines for the work he's done under the banner of Yabby Lake in Mornington Peninsula, Tom Carson's personal label with his wife Nadège Sune became an overnight success story when they took home James Halliday's Wine of the Year for their 2014 Shiraz Viognier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then, their wines have become as rare as hen's teeth. Their limited single-vineyard offerings are now hunted by collectors and quickly squirrelled away by those on the mailing list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are small-batch handcrafted wines that channel a sense of place. Never available for long, the Serrat wines are some of the finest of the modern Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A mix of MV6 and Pommard clones; 25% whole bunches, natural-yeast ferment, 12 days on skins. Matured in 500L French oak casks (33% new). A deep-ish bright crimson. Darkly fruited with black raspberries, cherry skins, crushed violets, sandalwood and fennel seeds. You barely notice the whole bunches. The subtly creamy and detailed palate gets better the longer it sits in the glass, and I love how this wine is built to age yet still drinking well in its youth.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Serrat Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-serrat-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41151873941547,"sku":"Icons of Pinot Noir Pack","price":649.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/IconsofPinotNoirPacks.png?v=1743556636"},{"product_id":"2023-mac-forbes-gladysdale-village-pinot-noir","title":"2023 Mac Forbes Gladysdale Village Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eGladysdale is not as well-known as his some other Yarra sub-regions, but Mac bought a vineyard there in 2017 and it quickly became a favourite site. This is more on the lighter side of Pinot; herbal, incredibly aromatic and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated below Yarra Junction in a valley running north to south, the Gladysdale subregion enjoys the warmth of air travelling down the valley, with higher moisture content from the surrounding forests and increased solar exposure. The grey-brown clay soils of this area give rise to a Pinot Noir that is rich in aromatics and supple in structure, with a prominent front palate presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, this wine is lively, bursting with bright red fruits and a seductive touch of floral talc. The palate opens with a burst of crunchy fresh cherry that commands attention, leading into a core that is tense and sinewy, with notes of goji berry and raspberry leaf. The delicate, silty tannins are seamlessly integrated, adding depth and a subtle complexity that lingers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's just what you'd expect from a Mac Forbes Pinot - utterly moreish, richly aromatic and deliciously precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA light, bright ruby. Pretty and perfumed with its bouquet of brambly red fruits, lifted spice and some whole-bunch-derived crushed flowers. Delicately poised on the palate, with just the right amount of tannin for the lightweight yet delicious flavours. Good stuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Mac_Sub-Region_Map.jpg?v=1724034892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PnoQH5udTg4\" title=\"Mac Forbes - Mac Forbes - Yarra Valley\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Mac Forbes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41152538837035,"sku":"2023 Mac Forbes Gladysdale Village Pinot Noir","price":62.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023MacForbesGladysdaleVillagePinotNoir.webp?v=1724041516"},{"product_id":"2023-mac-forbes-yarra-junction-village-pinot-noir","title":"2023 Mac Forbes Yarra Junction Village Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe  Yarra Junction Village Pinot Noir hails from one of the Yarra Valley’s higher and cooler sites. Located in a small, east-facing valley running from Yarra Junction to Poweltown, this vineyard benefits from grey loam soils with underlying silt and cooler winds from the Yarra River.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtected by surrounding mountains, the site enjoys a late ripening season, resulting in grapes with thicker skins and higher acidity that translate into a Pinot Noir with remarkable structure and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pinot Noir is a study in contrasts—bright and aromatic with summer florals and fresh red berries, yet underpinned by a more serious, structured palate. The wine reveals a dense core of red fruits, complemented by a burst of blood orange and wrapped in tactile, mealy tannins. A hint of sappy spice lifts the finish, adding an extra layer of complexity to this already intriguing wine. The challenging vintage, marked by heavy rains and lower yields, has only intensified the depth and detail of this release from Mac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sang at a recent tasting, so high-toned, with some amaro\/negroni twang. An exquisitely elegant wine, deft and flavoursome with bouncy red berry fruits, a nice herbal element, and Mac's typical pale, sensual palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A bright ruby red. A core of red and black fruits laced with blood orange and a little spice. You barely notice the whole bunches. Really fresh and brightly structured on the palate. 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Despite the poor soils, these old vines deliver some of the most stunning Pinot Noir in the country, year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented with up to 100% whole clusters and aged for 13 months in French oak, this wine has a brooding, structured character with spicy whole-bunch elements and a dusty, earthy finish. The nose is all dark cherry, black tea, and dried sage, with a hint of amaro, while the palate unfolds with vibrant red fruits, graphite, and lingering notes of orange peel and herbs. The tannins are plush yet elegant, and the wine’s vibrant acidity promises it will age beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAwarded 97 points by Tyson Stelzer and crowned with the 2023 Jimmy Watson Trophy, the 2022 La Maison is a new star in Australian Pinot Noir. But with such limited availability, it’s a wine that won’t be around for long. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The most sublime Australian Pinot Noir I have ever tasted. After I named the 2020 vintage Pinot Noir of the Year in the Halliday Wine Companion, if it wasn’t already clear that the old Pinot vines of the Lowestoft vineyard are among the finest in the country, the 2023 Jimmy Watson for the 2022 certainly confirmed it.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Tyson Stelzer (Wine Business Magazine)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Lowestoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41154556231723,"sku":"2022 Lowestoft La Maison Pinot Noir","price":140.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022LowestoftLaMaisonPinotNoir_1ed63a7c-9d4d-4241-9d24-4ca1ab5ebb74.webp?v=1724910415"},{"product_id":"2020-dry-river-pinot-noir","title":"2020 Dry River Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 Dry River Pinot Noir is the pinnacle of Martinborough winemaking, standing as one of New Zealand’s most sought-after Pinot Noirs. Crafted from vines planted by Neil and Dawn McCallum in 1979 on the now-iconic gravelly soils of the Martinborough Terrace. The McCallums had a vision: to produce wines that capture the unique terroir of the region, and more than four decades later, that dream is still being realised with breathtaking precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Winemaker Wilco describes 2020 as a great vintage. The wine certainly endorses his enthusiasm...A very serious pinot noir. Deserves to be aerated, especially in its youth.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Bob Campbell MW (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the stewardship of winemaker Wilco Lam, the 2020 vintage represents an exceptional year for Dry River. In fact, Bob Campbell MW awarded this wine a stunning 98 points, highlighting the brilliance of both the season and the winemaking team’s craft. Grown biodynamically, the wine reflects the ethos of sustainability and respect for the land that has always been at Dry River’s core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pinot is not for the impatient. It’s a wine built to age, with layers of dark cherry, wild herbs, and earthy complexity revealing themselves slowly. The fruit is concentrated but elegant, underpinned by fine tannins and a vibrant, refreshing acidity that hints at a long life ahead in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A powerful and seductive bouquet with a core of pinosity then aromas of dark red berries, mineral soil, a fine savoury, dried herb quality and youthful energy... A lovely wine that should be locked away in your cellar till 2024 then taste again.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Douglas Cameron MS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 harvest, marked by the global turmoil of COVID-19, required resilience and determination, with the entire picking done by Dry River’s small, dedicated team. And yet, the vintage emerged unscathed—cool spring, warm summer, and just the right amount of rain—resulting in a stellar year that will be remembered not only for its challenges but for producing some of the finest wines in Martinborough's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is a perfect reflection of its place and time, one to savour now with air or lay down for future enjoyment, as it promises to evolve beautifully over the next decade or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Beautiful wine. 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Bright ruby with a beautiful aromatic profile of red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry pip with aromas of struck flint, spice, crushed amaro herbs, sous bois, hanging game and leaf litter and turned earth. Stony, savoury and wonderfully balanced with a chalky tannin architecture and bright mineral cadence.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCherry, blueberry, violet and dried roses, black tea, a damp earthy almost truffle-like edge, some pencilly and spicy oak. It’s medium-bodied, but only just, cherry, raspberry and earthy spice set in a cool ‘mineral’ framework, tannin has a gently grainy sooty edge, and the finish is very long. This is a beautiful wine, and so distinctive. I love it. Echoes of Burgundy from a bygone era, perhaps, though don’t mind me. Yes.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Stoney Rise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41177007095851,"sku":"2023 Holyman Pinot Noir","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023HolymanPinotNoir_967ca4bb-0a71-49ad-b688-d0d72d12d153.webp?v=1726717721"},{"product_id":"2022-holyman-project-x-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Holyman Project X Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you like your Pinot with lots of whole-bunch characters, then the Holyman Project X is just the wine for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor reasons known only to the Stoney Rise team, the block from which they source the grapes for this wine is called 'Boris'. Only fully ripe bunches with well-lignified stalks (fully ripe with no greenness still present) are picked, with 100% whole bunch used in the fermentation, as well as 100% new oak. Blimey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs expected, this is a big and powerful but also elegant Pinot, with its stalky characters sitting alongside blackberry, boysenberry, cherry, spice, and violets. It will need a lot more time to truly reveal itself, so that the grippy tannins can settle down, but it's already looking just lovely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"Bright ruby with precise, wild-eyed aromas of raspberry, wild strawberry and red cherry, as well as spice, amaro herbs, dried meats, turned earth, leaf litter, struck flint and stone. Meaty and super stony and savoury with a long, complex draw on the finish and a beautiful expression of pure cherry and red, plummy fruits.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points \u0026amp; Top 100 Wines of 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"100% whole bunch fermentation, 100% new oak. It’s unashamedly visceral, leaning boldly into pinot’s dark and broody elements. If you don’t love it, you’ll hate it. And that’s just fine with Joe.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Stoney Rise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41177007325227,"sku":"2022 Holyman Project X Pinot Noir","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022HolymanProjectXPinotNoir.webp?v=1726188140"},{"product_id":"2022-ten-minutes-by-tractor-mccutcheon-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Ten Minutes by Tractor McCutcheon Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 McCutcheon Pinot Noir is a wine that tells the story of where Ten Minutes by Tractor began. The McCutcheon vineyard, one of the three original sites that gave the winery its name, lies in the heart of Main Ridge, where the altitude and cooling breezes create the perfect environment for Pinot Noir. This vineyard has always been the flagship, producing wines that are lush yet refined, showcasing the intricate balance that cool-climate Pinot can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this vintage, you’ll find the wine brimming with dark fruit, bramble spice, and a seductive layer of cinnamon and star anise. The rich, dark plum character is balanced by fine tannins that wrap the wine in a velvety embrace, giving it structure without overpowering its elegance. After a challenging spring, the reduced yields delivered grapes with exceptional concentration, which were handpicked and cold-soaked for five days to extract colour and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 McCutcheon Pinot Noir spent 8 months in 25% new French oak, adding subtle spice and depth without losing the bright, fresh quality of the fruit. As Martin Spedding and his team push the boundaries of what can be achieved with Pinot on the Peninsula, wines like this continue to set the benchmark. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Terrestrial, earthy, undergrowth aromas together with fivespice and darker fruits. A bigger wine with density, structure, richness, concentration. Enormous palate length. A cracking pinot noir.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Ten Minutes by Tractor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41190516129835,"sku":"2022 Ten Minutes by Tractor McCutcheon Pinot Noir","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022TenMinutesbyTractorMcCutcheonPinotNoir.webp?v=1728527933"},{"product_id":"2023-murdoch-hill-phaeton-pinot-noir","title":"2023 Murdoch Hill Phaeton Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eMurdoch Hill’s 2023 Phaeton Pinot Noir is a wonderfully elegant Adelaide Hills Pinot, crafted by modern star winemaker Michael Downer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one takes its roots – quite literally – in the cool, lofty altitudes of Piccadilly Valley, where it draws from two distinct vineyards: the Lenswood site, with its 500m elevation and rich clonal heritage, and a touch of fruit from two higher sites around Mount Lofty and Ashton. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect layers here – cherry and pomegranate give a juicy first hit, with cranberry and forest floor weaving a subtle earthiness in the background. There’s a hint of spice too, thanks to Downer’s precise use of whole bunch inclusion (just 10%) to keep the structure tight and pure. Maturation in puncheons and barrique (40% new oak) for eight months has lent the wine a soft, savoury framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has long been one of the most sought-after wines in the Murdoch Hill range, and remains one of the Hills most consistwntly excellent Pinot Noirs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lifted and perfumed aromas of wild raspberries, orange peel and potpourri. The palate is medium-bodied with firmly integrated tannins, focused acidity and notes of red currants, cassia bark and graphite. Very pure and fresh. Drink or hold. Screw cap.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Murdoch Hill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41194774396971,"sku":"2023 Murdoch Hill Phaeton Pinot Noir","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023MurdochHillPhaetonPinotNoir.webp?v=1729573105"},{"product_id":"2022-pyramid-valley-angel-flower-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Pyramid Valley Angel Flower Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Angel Flower Pinot Noir is a wine that eloquently tells the story of its home every year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the finer-boned of the twin Pyramid Valley Pinot Noirs, it's a thing of beauty when on song.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a delicate Pinot Noir, built around complexity and nuance rather than out and out power. The fruit is all destemmed by hand, a laborious process that ensures only the very best pristine fruit makes its way from the vineyard to bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe word 'ethereal' gets thrown around in wine more than it should, but it's more than apt when describing this particular wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“It feels open weave and pretty with rose hip tea, alpine herbal elements, faint game meat, undergrowth and toasty spice strewn around the place. It slips into every corner of the palate, an attractive, sour-sweet flow of tart cherry dressed up with those savoury elements all sheathed in a web of ultra fine, silty, lacy tannin. It finishes with black tea and truffle and a building, drying, refreshing pucker. Fine, elegant, vibrant and energetic. A triumph for the variety.”\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A beautifully perfumed, ethereal wine that shows delicate redcurrant, red cherry and raspberry fruits with hints of crushed stone, red flowers, blood orange, clover blossom, sous bois and red apple pastries. There is a lot of light in this wine, all detail and shimmering clarity with a spacious mouthfeel, sapidity to burn and the most graceful of exits. Beautiful drinking.”\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes, (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Pyramid Valley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41194775609387,"sku":"2022 Pyramid Valley Angel Flower Pinot Noir","price":185.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022PyramidValleyAngelFlowerPinotNoir.webp?v=1729573041"},{"product_id":"gentle-folk-pinot-noir-masterclass-pack","title":"Gentle Folk Pinot Noir Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003ePinot Noir can be a tricky grape in the Adelaide Hills, but Gareth’s 2023 Pinots demonstrate a rare delicacy and aromatic complexity. These are wines built on nuance rather than power, with fine tannins and lifted floral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scary Gully Pinot Noir is a perfect example, offering ethereal red berry fruit and a savoury, mineral finish that speaks to the coolness of the vintage. The Monomeith Pinot Noir brings a touch more structure and depth, showing off the east-west vineyard’s unique microclimate. And though yields were low at Little Creek, the limited Pinot that emerged is a triumph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Gentle Folk Monomeith Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Gentle Folk Little Creek Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Gentle Folk Scary Gully Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Gentle Folk Monomeith Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonomeith is one of the true landmarks of Adelaide Hills Pinot. Perched high on the Ashton ridge at 530 metres, this organically farmed site sits in its own sheltered, east–west valley - so the vines see both the morning and afternoon sun. That dual exposure, combined with sandstone and quartz soils, gives the fruit remarkable depth and drive, even in a cooler year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 season delivered small yields of pristine fruit, and this wine shows it. It’s lifted and aromatic, full of red cherry, violet and gentle spice, with the kind of mineral backbone that defines this part of the Hills. There’s brightness up front, fine tannin through the mid-palate, and a long, seamless finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented with 20% whole bunches and aged for ten months in French oak (20% new), it’s a beautifully balanced Pinot that sits comfortably among the region’s best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Monomeith vineyard has been part of the Gentle Folk story since day one, and in 2024 it’s produced something exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright, floral and perfumed, with vivid aromas of minerals, citrus and crushed stones. The palate is delicate and refined, with fine tannins and bright acidity that lead to a mouthwatering, spicy and earthy finish. A really classy pinot with great balance. Drink or hold.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-gentle-folk-monomeith-pinot-noir\" title=\"2024 Gentle Folk Monomeith Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Gentle Folk Little Creek Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTucked into its own small valley in Norton Summit, Little Creek is a vineyard that’s always marched to its own beat. The vines, planted in the late ’80s on quartz and siltstone soils, are densely packed - twice the planting density of neighbouring blocks - which gives the fruit its natural depth and concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage produced tiny yields, but what little there was is superb. This is classic Little Creek Pinot: darker fruited, more savoury and structured than the other Gentle Folk sites, yet still full of the lift and energy that defines the season. There’s black cherry and plum wrapped around earthy spice, with fine tannins and just a whisper of oak to frame it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented with 100% destemmed fruit and aged for ten months in French oak (only 10% new), it’s a beautifully balanced, expressive wine from one of the Hills’ most distinctive sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dark-fruited and spicy, with great intensity and perfume. The palate is plush and fruit-driven, with a minerally mouthfeel and fine tannins. A lovely wine with real purity and power. Drink or hold.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-gentle-folk-little-creek-pinot-noir\" title=\"2024 Gentle Folk Little Creek Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Gentle Folk Scary Gully Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScary Gully is one of the most dramatic vineyards in the Adelaide Hills - perched high at 620 metres on steep sandstone and quartz slopes that test even the toughest growers. Planted back in 1984, it’s one of the oldest Pinot sites in the region, and every year it delivers wines that feel alive with altitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage was mild and dry, with tiny yields and pristine fruit. The result is a beautifully composed Pinot Noir that captures everything special about this site: lifted perfume, fine structure and a long, mineral finish. There’s a core of red and dark cherry, a touch of spice, and the unmistakable forest-floor character that always marks Scary Gully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented with 20% whole clusters and aged for ten months in French oak (20% new), it’s a wine that sits right in the sweet spot between power and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of Gareth Belton’s most complete Scary Gully Pinots yet - bright, layered, and brimming with energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"There’s a lovely dark-fruited profile, with aromas of black cherries, blackberry bush, blood oranges and graphite. The palate has fine tannins and a plush mouthfeel, with a long, stony, mouthwatering finish. 25% whole-bunch fermentation, made from vines planted in the 1980s. 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It has been one of the most popular wines in Different Drop history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Barney Flanders, known for his dedication to Pinot, blends fruit from several of his top vineyards, with Merricks North’s 30-year-old Dijon clones adding plushness and floral lift to the structured MV6 clones from Balnarring, Red Hill, and Merricks Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with a gentle touch, this wine goes through wild fermentation with minimal whole bunches, 21 days on skins, and careful ageing in concrete, large foudre, and old oak barrels. It’s bottled unfined and unfiltered, keeping every bit of its savoury complexity and purity intact. The result is a beautifully balanced Pinot, layered with red berries, spice, and an earthy edge, all tied together by a refreshing mineral streak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply put this wine represents the essence of Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir. Value for money wise, this is an Australian Pinot Noir star.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garagiste","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41208368332843,"sku":"2024 Garagiste Le Stagiaire Pinot Noir","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024GaragisteLeStagiairePinotNoir.webp?v=1730953052"},{"product_id":"2023-decades-pinot-noir","title":"2023 Decades Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThirty years ago, Steve Flamsteed and Brad Rogers were two Queensland mates at Roseworthy Wine School, sharing beers and a love of music, dreaming about the vineyard they’d one day own together. Fast forward to today, and that dream has become Decades Wines—a project three decades in the making. Their debut release is the realisation of everything they’ve been building toward, and one of the most exciting Australian wines we’ve seen in years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy the Coal River Valley? For Steve and Brad, it had to be Tasmania: cool-climate Pinot Noir country, where the long growing seasons, intense sunlight, and unique soils could produce a Pinot Noir they could be proud of. The vineyard they found is small but remarkable. Black cracking clay over limestone gives the vines stability and helps produce fruit with an unmistakable blue-fruited character—wild blueberries, mulberries, even a touch of campari in cooler years. Steve and Brad have loved the Pinots from their neighbours, names like Stargazer, Tolpuddle, and Pooley over the last 10 or so years and now they have their own entrant into that upper stratosphere of Tasmanian Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"We both love Pinot Noir , it had to be cool climate and we worked out that you can’t go much further south in this country.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Steve Flamsteed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve, one of Australia’s most accomplished winemakers and the mind behind Giant Steps’ benchmark Pinots for almost 20 years, has brought all his experience to bear here. His focus has always been on letting the vineyard shine, and that philosophy is at the heart of Decades. The wine was hand-picked, fermented with a mix of whole bunches and de-stemmed fruit, and aged in seasoned French oak to preserve its purity. The result is delicious, perfumed, and impossibly elegant—a true expression of this exceptional site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith only 350 cartons made, the 2023 Decades Pinot Noir marks the start of what promises to be one of the most exciting new developments in Tasmanian wine. We're happy to share our small allocations with you while stocks last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a wine of whispered power, finely etched detail and sublimely supple texture. Black cherries and dried strawberries, a rippling seam of baking spices, a beguiling bass line of sweet earthiness. It’s the sinewy athleticism that really impresses here; the wine delivers plenty without ever getting paunchy. It’s alert, energetic and rolls across the palate with effortless momentum. This is not Joy Division, but Joy Multiplied.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (The Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Decades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41225123921963,"sku":"2023 Decades Pinot Noir","price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023DecadesPinotNoir.png?v=1732601995"},{"product_id":"2021-albert-mann-pinot-noir-grand-h","title":"2021 Albert Mann Pinot Noir Grand H","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Albert Mann Pinot Noir Grand H is a landmark wine in every sense, capturing the essence of Alsace’s Grand Cru Hengst vineyard in a way that redefines what Pinot Noir from this region can achieve. Crafted from over 40-year-old biodynamically grown vines rooted in marly-calcareous sandstone, this wine is an unmissable expression of both site and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Pinot Noir on a grand scale, with a profound earthiness that immediately sets it apart. Aromas of orange zest and bitter chocolate emerge with aeration, layered over a tapestry of summer flowers and berries. The palate is intensely powerful yet refined, with tannins that provide structure and a juicy, enticing core. It lingers endlessly, leaving an indelible impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’re thrilled to offer the last few bottles of this remarkable vintage—one that’s already making history as the first to bear the Grand Cru Hengst designation for reds. It’s an ode to the precision and vision of the Albert Mann estate, offering Burgundian-level depth and complexity at a fraction of the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinkable now for those who enjoy youthful vibrancy, but we’d recommend cellaring until 2025 to fully unlock its grandeur. A wine of this calibre is as rare as it is extraordinary—don’t miss your chance to experience it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This stands out from the moment you bring the glass up to your nose thanks to the profound earthiness that comes from the Grand Cru Hengst site. With aeration aromas of orange zest and bitter chocolate develop. Imposing stature thanks to the monumental tannin structure and full body, but it is also juicy and sensual. Huge rooty, moderately dry finish. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2025.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Stuart Pigott (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Albert Mann","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41226750459947,"sku":"2021 Albert Mann Pinot Noir Grand H","price":230.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021AlbertMannPinotNoirGrandH_c2ef59fd-ee30-4707-8e4f-65a65938111b.png?v=1733718594"},{"product_id":"2022-ten-minutes-by-tractor-trahere-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Ten Minutes by Tractor Trahere Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Trahere Pinot Noir marks a new chapter for Ten Minutes by Tractor, crafted entirely from the high-density plantings of the Spedding vineyard. A mix of Calera, Abel, and Pommard clones, these vines sit at 180 metres above sea level, facing due east - conditions that help retain incredible freshness and lift in the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked and meticulously sorted, the fruit was destemmed and fermented in small stainless steel vessels, spending just under three weeks on skins before ageing for 10 months in French oak (10% new). The result is a Pinot that balances intensity with finesse - silky, structured, and deeply expressive of its site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the first release from this vineyard, it’s an exciting glimpse into the potential of this ambitious project. A wine with depth, detail, and plenty of life ahead of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Very detailed sousbois\/undergrowth, five spice, and potpourri aromas—a combination of ethereal nuances with deeper, richer fruit touches. 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A true snapshot of the Tamar Valley, TMV Pinot blends fruit from Ricky’s own vineyards with a couple of trusted growers, delivering a cracking Pinot that’s both effortless and detailed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink bright red berries - raspberry, wild strawberry, a bit of cranberry - wrapped up in fine, chalky tannins with a flicker of spice. There’s just enough whole bunch (10%) to add a little lift, and a stint in old barriques (only 10% new) keeps everything fresh, juicy, and dangerously easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Tassie Pinot pleasure - made to be opened, enjoyed, and probably finished faster than you planned. Stocks are always tight, so don’t sit on your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2024 TMV Pinot Noir (Tamar Valley) is supple and spicy on the nose, laden with an abundance of red fruits, exotic spices and new leather... This is a really good wine, a testament to the excellent growing season that was experienced here in 2024, and it's set up for a bright future ahead.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Woodlawn Tasmania","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41324926894123,"sku":"2024 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024TwoTonneTasmaniaTMVPinotNoir.png?v=1739760558"},{"product_id":"2022-eastern-peake-intrinsic-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Eastern Peake Intrinsic Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is Pinot Noir from the Latta family vineyard in Ballarat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's proof positive of the efficacy of Owen Latta's singular approach to winemaking and grape-growing. Everything is done slowly, with intent and purpose. 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The palate is plush yet structured, with fine, earth-driven tannins and a baked red clay warmth that speaks to the vineyard’s dry-grown roots. It’s powerful, yes, but with Downie’s signature touch—purity, balance, and a sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore open-knit than recent releases, but with the structure to age beautifully. A serious Pinot with soul, best enjoyed from 2027 onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"What a wine. Everything has come together harmoniously – the enticing aromas all spicy, floral and earthy, the flavours all juicy cherries and exotic spices with blood orange acidity. The tannins are beautiful, shapely and supple yet oh-so fine and the acid just teases out the finish to linger long. Lovely drink here folks. 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With an address book full of Burgundy’s great vineyard names, it’s easy to forget that Jane’s wine-loving roots lie right here in Victoria. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit for this cuvée comes from the Syme on Yarra vineyard in the cooler, elevated reaches of the Upper Yarra. It’s a gentle, unhurried approach in the cellar: wild fermentation with 20% whole bunches, ageing in French oak (20% new), and 10 months on lees. There’s restraint and refinement throughout, in line with Jane’s featherlight touch and preference for subtlety over swagger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine opens with lifted aromas of strawberry leaf, raspberry, blood orange and violets. It’s delicate and perfumed - elegant without being precious. The palate is seamless and fine-boned, with red fruit and spice gliding over a quiet lattice of tannin. There’s a chalky, mineral edge and gentle grip that speaks to the vineyard’s elevation and the sensitive winemaking behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s the most savoury and nuanced of Jane’s three Aussie Pinot Noirs - a wine for those who like their Pinot unforced and graceful. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is the most compressed of the Australian pinot trio, playing a little more savoury presently. Sour cherries, cranberries, lightly earthy with brown spices, the tannins reinforcing the savoury impression. Like the other two wines in this release, that balance of refined fruit purity and natural structure is artfully handled, the extraction à point. 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It’s a beautifully poised Pinot, fermented with 20% whole bunches and aged in French oak (10% new) for 10 months. In classic Jane fashion, there’s no over-extraction or heavy oak - just a quiet confidence and clarity that lets the fruit and place shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromatically, it’s vivid and wild: redcurrants, rhubarb and sour cherry meet herbal spice, rose petals, and just a flicker of Campari-esque bitterness. The palate is fine and detailed, sitting right in that sweet spot between prettiness and power. Tannins are soft and grippy, giving form to the wine’s juicy core and framing it all with purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to the Yarra release, this is slightly more generous and full-fruited, though it carries the same finely drawn line and calm intensity that has become Jane’s signature. It’s an excellent expression of modern Mornington Pinot - lively, pure, and quietly complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The whole bunch adds a crackling component here, an autumnal rustle, which is suffused with fruit as the wine is buoyed with air, redcurrant and wild red cherry unfurling. Carraway, rhubarb, clove and a dried orange peel\/Campari note add complexity. There’s lovely poise and clarity here, while tannins are pleasingly meaningful. 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This 2020 release is a masterful 15-barrel blend, crafted from the Shelf and Shelf West parcels, Quarry Rootlings and Quarry 10\/5, along with the Roadblock and Slope blocks - each an essential piece of the Bell Hill mosaic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit was mostly destemmed, with small whole bunch trials bringing added aromatic lift and structure. Each batch spent 27 to 30 days on skins, followed by basket pressing and maturation in 100% new French oak for 12 months, then 8 months in tank to refine its texture and focus. The wine was bottled unfiltered in January 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 vintage brings depth and vibrance, with a taut core of energy and fine mineral detail. Aromatically, it’s deep and spicy; on the palate, it balances sweet, fleshy fruit with a beautifully saline, mouthwatering line. It’s a wine of fine-boned elegance, precision, and remarkable ageing potential. Only 4,167 bottles and 106 magnums produced - an essential piece for any serious Pinot Noir collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery racy and refined with lovely length and precision, showing orange peel, strawberries and hints of spices such as cloves and white pepper. Medium- to full-bodied, it has flint, chalk and spices as well as blood oranges, flowers and dark fruit. Such balance and refinement. Creamy finish. Goes on for minutes. This needs time to open. Screw cap.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Attractive lift from some whole bunch which highlights the sweet small berry aromas soaking through distinctive, chocolaty oak. Despite its age, this is incredibly young and still very shy. The palate is tightly bound between very fine tannins and really taut, saline acidity. Wood currently leads, with concentrated, tangy cherry and macerated berry fruit waiting in the wings. Forest floor joins in at the very back, along with rosehip and pomegranate. Very impressive, brooding and long, its sinewy, coiled structure is infused with a melting coulis of fruit and evident power. 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Made by Yarra Valley maestro Franco D'Anna, this is pure Pinot Noir to its core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's earthy, lifted, vibrant and just ludicrously drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a very good argument to be made that this Australia's best Pinot Noir in this price range. How the D'Annas produce this quality at the price remains a mystery but they do it year in, year out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoddles Creek Estate is the gold standard for quality, affordable Pinot Noir in Australia. Back up the truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A very light, bright crimson red. Pure fruited, with aromas of freshly crushed raspberries, summer flowers and a touch of spice. Just as good on the light- to medium-bodied, brightly fruited and silkily structured palate. A wine, as always, to buy by the case and enjoy over the next three to four years!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Hoddles Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41418341318699,"sku":"2024 Hoddles Creek Estate Pinot Noir","price":24.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2020HoddlesCreekEstatePinotNoir_700x_700x_d6539350-1a8b-4ba5-88e9-8baab545e4ee.png?v=1744334785"},{"product_id":"2024-giant-steps-yarra-valley-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Giant Steps Yarra Valley Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you’re curious about what top-shelf Yarra Pinot Noir looks like without splashing $100, this is your ticket in. The 2024 Giant Steps Yarra Valley Pinot Noir once again delivers the goods - elegant, expressive and downright delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMel Chester and the team work with fruit from across the region, with a big dose coming from the cooler, high-altitude Upper Yarra vineyards. The 2024 vintage brought a fast and furious harvest, with all the Pinot and Chardonnay picked in just a few weeks (rather than the usual six). That pace translated into wines with vivid fruit, bright acidity and brilliant natural balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromatically, this is pure Yarra charm - wild strawberry, cherry, a flick of spice and just a hint of stemmy crunch thanks to a portion of whole bunches. It glides across the palate with polished red fruits and a fine earthy tannin trail on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the country’s best value premium Pinot Noirs, made with the same precision and purpose as the highly decorated single vineyard wines - this is the delicious gateway into the world of Giant Steps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A very bright crimson purple. Pretty and complex with aromas of red cherry skins and rhubarb together with some pink peppercorn spice and a light savoury edge. More approachable than the '23. As a young wine, the medium-bodied palate is spicy, silky and long. 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The Brown Magpie Vineyard sits just 20 clicks inland from the surf coast, on a mix of sandy loam, estuary marl and limestone, ideal soils for Pinot with elegance and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBen Mullen handled each clone separately (MV6, 777, 114, 115), playing with whole bunches across the ferments before landing on an assertive 80% inclusion in the final blend. It's a wine that’s fragrant, textural and utterly captivating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s lift and spice from the stems, but it’s the interplay of red berries, briny minerals and fine-grained tannin that carries this wine. Oak use is dialled in (25% new), adding subtle polish to an otherwise expressive, finely etched Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most savoury and coastal of the Mulline reds, with loads of detail and drinkability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A bright, deep crimson. Ultra perfumed and lifted with its bouquet of brambly red fruits, rose bush and warm spices. Medium bodied, this is both sumptuous and beautifully delineated on the very long, classically structured palate. Absolutely tops from beginning to end and a wine destined to age effortlessly over the next decade or longer.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Mulline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41453073432619,"sku":"2024 Mulline Modewarre Pinot Noir","price":62.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024MullineModewarrePinotNoir.png?v=1746430681"},{"product_id":"2024-mulline-drysdale-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Mulline Drysdale Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eA tiny two-barrel parcel of MV6 Pinot Noir from the Leech Vineyard on the Bellarine Peninsula, this is a quietly spoken gem from Mulline’s 2024 single-site line-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrysdale’s cool, coastal influence gives this wine its fine-boned structure and vibrant acidity, while the clone brings depth, spice and a lovely gentle grip. It’s a wine that dances between red fruit brightness and savoury complexity and is downright delicious from the  get-go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink wild strawberry, rhubarb, and a touch of autumnal spice. There’s a lovely sour cherry tang and a faint herbal note threading through the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, subtle, and full of character, this is Mulline Pinot in its most restrained and poised expression. Only two barrels made so as always, blink and you’ll miss it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From the Leech vineyard planted in '98. MV6 clone, fully destemmed and 15% new wood. A deep, bright crimson purple. Brooding with aromas of morello cherry, black plums and some rose bush and hedgerow scents, despite there being no whole bunches! The palate is ripe, balanced and with velvety tannins that make this the readiest to drink of the five (all superb) single-vineyard pinots from '24.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Complexity, depth and finish. This pinot noir is a genuine contender. Undergrowth, boysenberry, dark cherries and beetroot juice, with earth, spice and woodsmoke notes as depth players. There’s an extra twig-like snap to the tannin and a general impression that there’s a lot going on under the bonnet. Seriously impressed by this.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Mulline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41453078380587,"sku":"2024 Mulline Drysdale Pinot Noir","price":62.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024MullineDrysdalePinotNoir.png?v=1746430699"},{"product_id":"2022-swinging-bridge-hill-park-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Swinging Bridge Hill Park Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you want to understand just how far Orange has come as a Pinot region, pour a glass of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHill Park is the home block for Tom Ward and the team at Swinging Bridge, planted over 20 years ago, and now delivering some of the best fruit in the district. 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Marvelous.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Swinging Bridge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41474615443499,"sku":"2022 Swinging Bridge Hill Park Pinot Noir","price":74.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022SwingingBridgeHillParkPinotNoir.webp?v=1747185816"},{"product_id":"2023-yabby-lake-single-vineyard-pinot-noir","title":"2023 Yabby Lake Single Vineyard Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 release of Yabby Lake’s Single Vineyard Pinot Noir is another striking entry in what’s become a benchmark series for Mornington Peninsula Pinot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from select parcels across the estate’s immaculately farmed site - blocks 1, 2, 3 and 5 - this is a wine that walks the line between purity and power with real grace. 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With fruit drawn from the oldest vines on the estate planted in 1986 and perched just above the Derwent River - this is a wine of serious pedigree and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Liam McElhinney has built a reputation for walking the line between generosity and finesse, and this release is no exception. Whole-bunch ferments bring structure and lift, while meticulous oak handling adds subtle seasoning without overpowering the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, it’s all raspberry, cherry blossom and pomegranate, bright, floral and complex. The palate follows with a rush of red fruits and savoury undertones: anise, dried herbs, graphite and spice. 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Just lovely.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Lowestoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41522129469483,"sku":"2023 Lowestoft La Maison Pinot Noir","price":124.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/LowestoftLaMaisonPinotNoir.webp?v=1747958202"},{"product_id":"2024-giant-steps-circle-of-fifths-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Giant Steps Circle of Fifths Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the debut release of Circle of Fifths Pinot Noir, a wine that brings together the highlights of Giant Steps’ single vineyards into one smooth and easy-going tune. 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It’s not trying to impress with size or gloss - just clean, expressive Pinot from one of Gippsland’s most respected sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s red cherry and cranberry up front, followed by hints of rosehip, bramble, and a touch of autumn leaf. The palate is light on its feet, with fine acidity carrying the fruit and a line of gentle tannin threading it all together. It’s savoury without being stern and very drinkable as a young wine in the context of Bass Phillip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill drawn from the original Leongatha vineyard - close-planted, dry-grown, and biodynamically farmed. The winemaking, now under Jean-Marie Fourrier, has leaned further into finesse: wild ferments, minimal handling, and oak that stays in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a long-time admirer of Bass Phillip Pinot, this is a brilliant vintage that ranks among the best in recent memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"What an excellent start to the ’23 pinots at Bass Phillip with the first tier, the Estate, showcasing gorgeous fruit flavours and a high level of detail. There’s an energy and vitality, too... It's obviously still very much primary yet compelling nonetheless... A bit of a showstopper.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deep red with a purple tinge, very darkly coloured for an Australian pinot... 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Just a wine that knows exactly where it’s from, and where it’s going.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt opens with authority: wild cherry, cured meat, dried rose petals, and the faint hum of woodsmoke. Beneath that, a deep mineral thread runs through it - earth, graphite, maybe even a lick of oyster shell. It’s seamless. Introspective. The kind of wine you lean into, rather than race through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe old Leongatha site still does the heavy lifting, close-planted, dry-grown vines on a sheltered northeast slope - but the touch of Jean-Marie Fourrier is unmistakable. Extraction is gentler. The tannins, more finely tuned. And yet the soul of the wine - the wild edge, the flicker of volatility, the push-pull of fruit and funk remains intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an excellent rendition of one of Australia's most famous and sought-after Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Premium is revealing more aromatics than its siblings, starting with lavender and violets, a hint of pepper and then the cherry fruit rolls in.... The palate builds, the finish lingers and you hope someone pours you another glass. Beautifully poised yet will garner more complexity in time.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The concentration and power of the wine are impressive. 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It’s his 20th vintage working this site, and the experience shows in every finely tuned detail - this is pure Mornington Peninsula Pinot with muscle, poise and confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawn from 28-year-old vines grown on the famous Mornington red dirt, this is the most structured and powerful Pinot in the Garagiste range. The 2024 vintage brought slightly higher yields than 2023, but the fruit came in balanced and pristine. Barney stuck to his trademark style: 33% whole bunches, wild ferment, gentle extraction, and 10 months in French oak (just 20% new). Very classic winemaking from Barney - if it ain't broke, don't mess with it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine has incredible depth - dark cherry, raspberry, and blood plum lead into layers of spice, fresh herbs, and a subtle mineral line. The tannins are finely woven and gently assertive, giving the wine structure without heaviness. There’s lift, length and that signature savoury edge Barney handles so well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a wine that manages to be both generous and grounded. One of the Peninsula’s great Pinot makers in full stride - this is as good as Merricks gets. Drink now with air or tuck it away for a few years if you’ve got the patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"A distinctive trait of the Garagiste pinots, they are savoury. Sure there’s a core of good fruit, but the cherry accent is merely one component; there’s the spice, the woodsy, cedary oak, all integrated, the ferrous character, almost stony, the pleasantly drying tannins and flourish of fine acidity to close. It’s complete. It’s also charmingly aromatic.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Jane Faulkner (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a rich, spicy and cherry laden wine. There’s some orange peel and amaro twang, an earthy spice. a bit of empty chocolate box, a cool mineral thing happening, a dusty and graphite grip to tannin, juicy dark cherry and grainy tannin on a finish of excellent length. Crisp, flavoursome and energetic. Sappy and wheaty. 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Another thoughtful, well-crafted wine from Tillie J.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Tillie J Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41918310744107,"sku":"2024 Tillie J Pinot Noir","price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024TillieJPinotNoir_ef4287d9-ec22-4fbf-b095-eb8125a560ca.png?v=1753344348"},{"product_id":"2024-serrat-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Serrat Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eTom Carson’s Serrat Pinot has long been one of the Yarra’s benchmarks, and the 2024 release shows just how much depth this small vineyard can deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the original MV6 plantings alongside newer parcels of Pommard, 943, 848 and 667, this vintage saw around 30% whole bunch in the ferments and élevage in 500L French oak puncheons (25% new). The result is a Pinot with both fragrance and structure — lifted aromas of cherry, raspberry, plum and rose petal, laced with spice and a subtle earthiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe newer clones bring an extra layer of extract and tannic precision, giving the palate a tightly coiled core that promises years ahead. Yet even now, there’s a silky, voluminous mouthfeel and a seamless flow of fruit and savoury detail that makes it immensely compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhilip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion) was emphatic, awarding 97 points and noting its “wonderful bouquet redolent of pure cherry and raspberry… terrific texture and mouthfeel balanced by firm yet supple tannins that bode very well for the future.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Serrat Pinot at its most complete — fragrant, textural, serious and destined for the cellar. 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