{"title":"Tasmanian Pinot Noir","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tasmanian-pinot-noir-bargains-pack","title":"Devilish Tasmanian Pinot Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe love Tassie Pinot but the prices are on the rise from our most southern state. So, we always keep our eyes peeled for the best value drops and pop them in this pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is six of the best-value Pinot Noirs you will see from the \u003ca title=\"Tasmania Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/tasmania-pinot-noir\"\u003eApple Isle\u003c\/a\u003e. Some great producers here, still making handcrafted Tasmanian Pinot Noir at prices that won't make your eyes water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dr Edge Pinot Rain Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Stoney Rise Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Hughes \u0026amp; Hughes Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Holm Oak Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Wolfe at The Door Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dr Edge Pinot Rain Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, gluggable Pinot Noir from the master with the medical license (not really!), Dr Edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Tassie Pinot prices soaring, we thank Peter Dredge for creating a \u003cem\u003e\"vin de soif\" \u003c\/em\u003estyle Pinot Noir that brings all the goodness of Tasmanian vineyards without the hefty price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeliciously red-fruited and easygoing, it's a wine that's ready to go whenever you are. Pop it in the fridge for a minute before serving if you want, drink it in the Purple Rain with your favourite frog or Prince.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother glass of Pinot Noir goodness from our favourite Tassie Doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Dr Edge Pinot Rain Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dr-edge-pinot-rain-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TMV Pinot Noir is a composite blend of all the Tamar Valley Pinot Noir sites that are farmed by Ricky Evans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a glimpse at the vintage for the Tamar Valley sub-region. This is not your average 'entry level' Pinot Noir, this is a beautifully crafted, elegant representation of Pinot Noir from the north of the island.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a cracking wine with immaculate fruit and a savoury backbone - a great representation of the quality being produced by a new wave of Tasmanian winemaking rock stars.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStocks are limited on this release, so don't hesitate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-two-tonne-tasmania-tmv-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Stoney Rise Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoe Holyman is one of the leading lights of Tasmanian wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis Stoney Rise Pinot Noir always massively over-delivers, and this is no exception. With a wealth of experience from across the global wine scene, Joe - along with his wife Lou - have become the proprietors of the old Rotherhythe vineyard in northern Tasmania. From a vineyard that needed some serious TLC, they have been producing some top shelf Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for over a decade. This is serious stuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stoney Rise range is all about immediate drinking pleasure and boy have they nailed it here. It comes from 85% estate-grown fruit and 15% from Joe's growers, and it's a vibrant, refreshing, effortless style of Tasmanian Pinot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore complexity than you'll almost ever see for Tassie Pinot at this price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Tamar Valley pinot noir, 85% estate grown. Such a lovely-smelling wine. Bright ruby in colour, with an array of exotic spice and amaro tones suffusing through the fruit notes of wild strawberry and dark cherry along with hints of star anise, leaf litter, hoisin, fermented smoked meats, char siu and earth. Spacious and finely poised with a gossamer, filigreed palate presence … all detail, complexity and sapid drive.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Stoney Rise Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-stoney-rise-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Hughes \u0026amp; Hughes Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the demand for fruit in Tasmania increases, so too are the prices. The top value Pinot Noirs are becoming rare as hens' teeth, but here's one that you can fill your boots with if you want a stylish Tassie Pinot that won't bust the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is fruit from the Coal River, Derwent and Tamar Valleys fermented in small batches in a bunch of different ways. Some whole bunch, some whole berry, lots of experimenting from winemaker Jonathan Hughes to see what works, then finally a blend of the best parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a great drink and remarkable value, all things considered. There just aren't many Pinots at this price from the Apple Isle that will deliver the interest and satisfaction of the Hughes \u0026amp; Hughes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Hughes \u0026amp; Hughes Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-hughes-hughes-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Holm Oak Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage after vintage, Holm Oak produces some of the best value for money Pinot Noirs in Australia. You simply cannot help but admire how much flavour and vivacity it packs in such a delicate number. It has moxie. It's the Little Engine That Could.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, so pale in the glass. There is something about it which is just immediately enticing. Maybe it's the fragrance coming from the wine, maybe it's the knowledge that this is only the tip of the iceberg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the second you taste it you're utterly whisked away. It's very much a dancer, with delicate flavours of berries, spice and herbs flitting hither and thither. You can't help but smile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It was a pretty mild year in Tassie, contributing to a wine that is refined and so supremely elegant but with textured complexity setting it apart. The fruit was destemmed and wild fermented in open fermenters before racking to barrel for maturation in 25% new French oak and a mix of older oak for 10 months. There is a bright vibrant fruit character balanced with a dry chalky mouthfeel with primary notes of cherry and strawberry, dusted with a faint hint of Tamar earth.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ray Jordan (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Holm Oak Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-holm-oak-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Wolfe at The Door Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWolfe at the Door is the playful sibling to the Wellington \u0026amp; Wolfe Pinot Noir from Tasmania's Tamar Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by winemaker Hugh McCullough, this Pinot Noir is sourced from two vineyards in the Tamar. It undergoes 15% whole bunch fermentation and rests in oak for just three months before bottling, ensuring a fresh, crunchy, and vibrant fruit profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a lovely little red that bursts with tart cherries and rhubarb, accented by notes of orange rind and Aperol. The palate is bright and lively, with a pleasant tannic crunch on the finish. It's a light-hearted wine designed for early drinking, and a great value entry point into the tasty world of Tassie Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright, sappy-edged red cherry, a slightly wild-eyed spice profile, amaro herbs, pressed wildflowers and crushed rocks. Very stony palate presence and an umami ache on the palate with a groovy watered-down-Ribena flavour on the tail end. There's a lot of drinking joy here; spicy, diaphanous and very moreish. Pithy texture and plenty of crunch too.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Wolfe at The Door Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-wolfe-at-the-door-pinot-noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39992614813739,"sku":"Devilish Tasmanian Pinot Pack","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/DevilishTasmanianPinotPack_b5aa553a-dc33-4461-a2db-237efb7e6c73.webp?v=1737523715"},{"product_id":"tasmanian-pinot-noir-masterclass-pack","title":"Tasmanian Pinot Noir Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eTasmanian Pinot Noir is some of the hottest property in Australian wine right now and here are six of the very best.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to Tassie’s cool, maritime climate, the grapes get a long, slow ripening season that allows all those complex flavours to build while keeping that essential, refreshing acidity. The island’s mix of soils—everything from ancient sandstone to rich volcanic clay—gives each wine its own unique character, adding depth you don’t often find elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd because most vineyards are small-scale, the winemakers here can focus on quality over quantity, as such, this pack of some of the most sought-after Pinots on the Isle won't be available for long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Dr. Edge Tasmania Concrete Matured Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bubb + Pooley Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Home Hill Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Chatto Bird Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Sailor Seeks Horse Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Holyman Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Dr. Edge Tasmania Concrete Matured Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2023, Peter Dredge kept the two parcels of his Pinot Noir separate, his traditional barrel matured portion, and this, a portion that was fermented and aged entirely in concrete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes for a crystal-clear depiction of Tasmanian Pinot Noir. The fresh, dazzlingly bright Pinot fruit sings out of the glass. The acidity is crisp, the nervy tension and fresh red fruits are just a delight to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very exciting drink - Tasmanian Pinot Noir at its most invigorating and mineral-driven. We loved it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two parcels will likely be blended together going forward so this may be the only bottling of this wine ever, making it something of curio and perfect for collectiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lively ruby core into a shiny purple rim. Black cherry, river stones and cinnamon stick aromatics. Medium weight, very focused and driven by both fine granular tannins and taut acidity. Peeking through that is dark cherry, hints if cola spice and a gravelly minerality underneath, all rolling very long on that framework's tension. Time in the glass allows more nuances to come out and it builds further layers and character\"\u003cbr\u003e- Stuart Knox (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It may be an experiment, but gee, it’s a ‘Eureka!’ moment as far as I’m concerned. Such character. So good. This is the way.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-dr-edge-tasmania-concrete-matured-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Dr. Edge Tasmania Concrete Matured Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bubb + Pooley Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan Bubb + Pooley make a top notch Pinot Noir? You better believe it. With their combined knowledge and experience, this was always going to an absolute scorcher of a wine. Made from two separate parcels, one 100% whole bunches and the other 20%, and matured in a mix of large concrete vat and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a lot to unpack with this wine. Of all the wines in the new line up, this is the one which will reward decanting and some time to open up. Let it unfurl its wings and you'll find a gorgeously balanced wine - it smells like walking through a forest in daylight, with soft berries, leaf litter, woody spices and earthy savouriness. The palate is impeccable, with finely tuned, gentle acid, making this as food friendly as it is drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStunning. Just stunning. More Tasmanian magic here from Anna Pooley \u0026amp; Justin Bubb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Gee, this is a good Pinot Noir. Plenty of juicy cherry, a jasmine, rose oil and almost apricot perfume, a bit of spice and something a little earthy. It’s the feel of it, though, that really gets me in. It’s bright, but concentrated, with tight stony tannin, a cool ‘minerally’ aspect to its pure-feeling acidity, with a very long finish that pops with cherry, ripe raspberry, almond meal, and quite some fragrance. It’s sweetly fruited as a young wine, yes, though that structure is the thing. A curious thing to say, perhaps, its that it’s a fine Pinot Noir that sports something of an Italianate character. I love it. It’s touch and go for 96 points.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bubb-pooley-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Bubb + Pooley Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Home Hill Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Home Hill Estate is a classic tale of a family’s passion blossoming into one of Australia’s most cherished Pinot Noir producers. Rosemary and Terry Bennett started with just six rows of vines on what was once an apple orchard, never imagining their hobby farm would transform into an award-winning vineyard. From the early days of their three children playing in apple bins during harvest to the present, where their vineyard in the Huon Valley is recognised as a top destination, Home Hill has been a labour of love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily remains at the heart of Home Hill. Terry and Rosemary’s son, Sean, now manages the vineyard, carefully planning and maintaining the six-hectare estate with an eye for detail that reflects their commitment to quality. Their daughter Kelly oversees the Wine Club and numerous other roles, while other family members contribute to the business’s daily operations. Together, they’ve created a welcoming environment where visitors can experience the beauty and bounty of the Huon Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's long and plush and round. Curvacious, plump and vibrant with an easy swagger, it's the kind of Pinot that reminds you that Pinot Noir can be a great drink from day one. Whether enjoyed now or after a few years in the cellar, this wine is a true reflection of the dedication and passion that have driven Home Hill from its humble beginnings to the pinnacle of Pinot Noir excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a dangerous wine. Be warned, one glass may not suffice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-home-hill-estate-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Home Hill Estate Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Chatto Bird Vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBird is one of Jim Chatto's single vineyard release, from the Pipers River region in northern Tasmania. It's a long way from his home Isle vineyard in the very southern Huon Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a more skeletal, structural expression of Tasmanian Pinot Noir and will look brilliant with a little more time in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, musky aromas with some fresh pomegranate. The tannins are super-fine and chalky. Highly recommended for lovers of fine-boned, linear wines and a great entry point to Chatto's Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-chatto-bird-vineyard-pinot-noir\" title=\"2022 Chatto Bird Vineyard Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Sailor Seeks Horse Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul and Gilli Lipscombe are doing some fantastic work from their small vineyard planting in the Huon Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir Sailor Seeks Horse Pinot Noir is a masterclass in controlled power and elegance. They strive for balance in the vineyard which makes the work in the winery minimal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small batch premium Pinot Noir is one of their best releases to date. We're sure it will be one of the Huon Valley's most sought-after releases of the year - so snap one up while you still can!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Mid-ruby with aromas of wild strawberry, red and dark cherry with hints of raspberry coulis, Chinese barbecue joint, sous bois, nori, souk spices, crushed stone and low-volume wood spice. Spacious and silken, with just a scattering of amaro herbs, a touch of brine to the acidity and sapidity and ease of drinking galore.\"\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\"Bright, light-medium depth red-purple hue, with pristine aromas of wild berry, mixed spices, red cherry and dried flowers and herbs, translating to refined intensity on the palate. Tightly tensioned, refined and long, with beautifully honed fine-grained tannins doing a great job of providing backbone and enhancing persistence. Utterly delicious pinot noir.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-sailor-seeks-horse-pinot-noir\" title=\"2022 Sailor Seeks Horse Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Holyman Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoe Holyman has been described as \u003cem\u003e\"one of Tasmania's outstanding Pinot Noir makers.\"\u003c\/em\u003e by Nick Stock and many others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe and his wife Lou are the custodians of one of the best Pinot Noir vineyards in Tasmania and he knows his fruit very, very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is another cracking release of a top-class wine with all the Holyman hallmarks: power, poise, structure and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnoisseurs of Tassie Pinot should load up, this is exceptional stuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"70% whole bunch, 30% new oak. 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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-holyman-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Holyman Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40125408346155,"sku":"Tasmanian Pinot Noir Masterclass Pack","price":369.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/TasmanianPinotNoirMasterclassPack_5eef3ea0-afb4-4732-97ba-ec956e0ae7f8.png?v=1730951891"},{"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-bubb-pooley-wkr-vineyard-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Bubb + Pooley WKR Vineyard Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the top Pinot Noir from dynamic duo Anna Pooley \u0026amp; Justin Bubb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt hails from 22-year-old vines planted on their White Kangaroo Road (“WKR”) in Coal River Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a powerful, cellar-worthy style, combining plush, dark-cherried fruit with ample tannin and a good supporting role played by some very judiciously applied oak. Savoury, supple and very limited, we have less than a dozen bottles available from what is one of the best new acts in Tasmania.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bubb + Pooley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41049346310187,"sku":"2022 Bubb + Pooley WKR Vineyard Pinot Noir","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022Bubb_PooleyWKRVineyardPinotNoir.webp?v=1710803086"},{"product_id":"2023-glaetzer-dixon-avance-pinot-noir","title":"2023 Glaetzer-Dixon Avance Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eNick Glaetzer has had a dream run since moving to Tasmania, winning a stack of awards and winning plenty of fans. With excellent value releases like this excellent Pinot Noir, it's no wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well priced Tassie Pinot Noir is becoming increasingly difficult to find, but Nick has turned out an absolute beauty here. Bright red berries, silky tannin, and a long finish, primed for drinking right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love Pinot Noir from the Apple Isle, you'll have to look hard to find a better buy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glaetzer-Dixon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41097642901547,"sku":"2023 Glaetzer-Dixon Avance Pinot Noir","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/Glaetzer-Dixon_Avance_Pinot_Noir_694x_694x_694x_c41145c9-9a49-4184-9dc2-da18cb301db8.webp?v=1716520243"},{"product_id":"2023-wolfe-at-the-door-pinot-noir","title":"2023 Wolfe at The Door Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eWolfe at the Door is the playful sibling to the Wellington \u0026amp; Wolfe Pinot Noir from Tasmania's Tamar Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by winemaker Hugh McCullough, this Pinot Noir is sourced from two vineyards in the Tamar. 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Pithy texture and plenty of crunch too.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Wellington \u0026 Wolfe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41102902722603,"sku":"2023 Wolfe at The Door Pinot Noir","price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023WolfeatTheDoorPinotNoir.webp?v=1717394114"},{"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. 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And what an excellent decision that turned out to be - the finished wine is fantastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hits keep on coming from this Tasmanian duo. Their Pinot Noirs are full flavoured and spicy. Yet another top release that won't last long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mewstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41126979633195,"sku":"2023 Hughes \u0026 Hughes Milk Vat Pinot Noir","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023Hughes_HughesMilkVatPinotNoir.webp?v=1720067638"},{"product_id":"2023-home-hill-estate-pinot-noir","title":"2023 Home Hill Estate Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe story of Home Hill Estate is a classic tale of a family’s passion blossoming into one of Australia’s most cherished Pinot Noir producers. Rosemary and Terry Bennett started with just six rows of vines on what was once an apple orchard, never imagining their hobby farm would transform into an award-winning vineyard. From the early days of their three children playing in apple bins during harvest to the present, where their vineyard in the Huon Valley is recognised as a top destination, Home Hill has been a labour of love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily remains at the heart of Home Hill. Terry and Rosemary’s son, Sean, now manages the vineyard, carefully planning and maintaining the six-hectare estate with an eye for detail that reflects their commitment to quality. Their daughter Kelly oversees the Wine Club and numerous other roles, while other family members contribute to the business’s daily operations. Together, they’ve created a welcoming environment where visitors can experience the beauty and bounty of the Huon Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's long and plush and round. Curvacious, plump and vibrant with an easy swagger, it's the kind of Pinot that reminds you that Pinot Noir can be a great drink from day one. Whether enjoyed now or after a few years in the cellar, this wine is a true reflection of the dedication and passion that have driven Home Hill from its humble beginnings to the pinnacle of Pinot Noir excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a dangerous wine. 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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. 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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. 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The wine is densely structured, packed with fine, persistent tannins and bright natural acidity that keep everything in perfect tension. The nose is layered and complex, unfolding with dark cherry, wild strawberry, and crushed spice, while the palate carries a striking depth - deep fruit, subtle earthiness, and a silky, drawn-out finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight now, it’s firm, brooding, and tightly wound, but time will bring out its true colours. A few more years in the cellar will see it soften and evolve, but if you’re opening a bottle early, give it a solid decant and let it breathe. Either way, this is a serious Tasmanian Pinot, made with purpose and built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deeply perfumed with aromas of dark cherries, kirsch, dried herbs and orange peel. 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It’s a tough place to grow Pinot, but that’s exactly what makes this wine so special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Pinot that leans into its wild side. There’s a savoury, brooding edge here - black olive, licorice, and dark spice, with layers of plum, cranberry, and a little earthy, peat-like depth. It’s structured but not heavy, with a fine, slatey finish that lingers. A Pinot that feels a little wild and windswept, just like the place it comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s drinking beautifully now but will reward a bit of patience if you’re into seeing where time takes it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Enchanting aromas of wild strawberries, red plum, dark cherry, exotic spice, and hints of roasting game. Stony, complex, and savoury on the palate with a bright, minerally cadence and sour cherry twang. 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Sitting just outside Hobart in the Coal River Valley, the vineyard’s northeast slopes and cool climate bring out all the hallmarks of proper Tassie Pinot: bright fruit, fine tannins, and that signature Coal River spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is made with a light touch - wild ferments, a bit of whole bunch for lift and structure, and aged in a mix of new and older French oak. It’s got all the right bits: red and dark berries, a flicker of earth and spice, and a fine, chalky tannin line that keeps things tight and tidy. 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It’s not showy or trying to prove a point - just well-made, delicious Pinot Noir from a place that knows how to do it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re after something that pairs with anything from a roast chook to a quiet night in, this one hits the mark.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spring Vale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41480960639019,"sku":"2024 Spring Vale Melrose Pinot Noir","price":24.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024SpringValeMelrosePinotNoir.webp?v=1747286016"},{"product_id":"2023-marco-lubiana-one-terroir-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Marco Lubiana One Terroir Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"421\" class=\"\"\u003eMarco Lubiana’s 2023 One Terroir Pinot is a proper deep dive into his home block at Granton - a single parcel, gravelly clay soils, exposed to wind and a bit more wild than the rest. 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The tannins are fine and chalky, framing the wine’s graceful structure, and the finish is long, poised, and effortlessly elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Tasmania’s finest Pinot Noirs, made with intent, detail, and a genuine sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"There's a lot going on here – all of it good. Bright red cherry, red plum and raspberry pip tones with hints of cocoa powder, pomegranate, Chinese barbecue joint, amaro, souk-like spice, leaf litter, struck flint, XO sauce, shiitake broth and earth. Pure and spicy red fruits, fine, powdery tannins and a mineral-laden acidity that seems to pull the flavours forward on the palate, finishing long, savoury and true with everything plumb and tickety boo. 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-ghost-rock-supernatural-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Ghost Rock Supernatural Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ghost Rock vineyards sits in the northern reaches of Tasmania, producing rich, deep Pinot Noirs with dark fruit and savoury tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Supernatural Pinot Noir is a blend of the three different single site Pinot Noirs crafted by Justin Arnold. 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All Coal River Valley fruit, made with a light hand and a clear goal - to be the bottle you reach for without having to think twice. No flash, no fuss, just good farming and calm winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage gave clean, bright fruit with plenty of natural lift. Fermented mostly as whole berries with a few whole bunches thrown in for a bit of edge, then aged briefly in old oak. It’s soft, fragrant and quietly structured - cherry, a touch of spice, maybe some dried herbs if you’re paying attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not trying to be serious, but it’s not sloppy either. Just a clean, drinkable, cool-climate Pinot that does what it says on the label. Great straight out of the fridge with a bit of chill, or left to open up in the glass. Either way, it’s a good time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Light and energetic with sour cherry, blue fruits and purple floral overtones... lively drinking with Tasmanian mineral drive.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n","brand":"Future Perfect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41846514057259,"sku":"2023 Future Perfect Coal River Valley House Wine Pinot Noir","price":34.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023FuturePerfectCoalRiverValleyHouseWinePinotNoir.png?v=1750657559"},{"product_id":"2024-stefano-lubiana-primavera-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Stefano Lubiana Primavera Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"366\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Primavera Pinot is always one of the best value buys in Tasmania, and the 2024 vintage is bang on form. 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No overworking, no heavy oak – just a seamless, aromatic Pinot with gentle spice, red fruit and soft tannins tying it all together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"918\" class=\"\"\u003eIt’s the kind of wine you could pour for almost anyone – layered enough for Pinot lovers to dig into, but relaxed and drinkable enough to disappear pretty quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stefano Lubiana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41872189685803,"sku":"2024 Stefano Lubiana Primavera Pinot Noir","price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024StefanoLubianaPrimaveraPinotNoir.webp?v=1752108769"},{"product_id":"2023-rivulet-glaziers-bay-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Rivulet Glaziers Bay Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"654\" data-start=\"393\"\u003eThis is Keira O’Brien’s Pinot from Elsewhere - a dry-grown vineyard planted in 1982 on deep black clay, tucked between Huonville and Cygnet in Tasmania’s far south. 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The yields are minuscule (less than half a kilo per vine), the clonal mix diverse, and the resulting wine is layered, tense, and full of promise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2023 saw 100% whole berries wild fermented over three weeks, before 12 months in French oak (20% new) and another five in tank to settle. No fining or filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a coiled, sinewy wine in its youth, wild raspberry and plum sit at the core, wrapped in dried herbs, Chinese five spice, pomegranate, and a touch of flinty reduction. The tannins are chalky and assertive, the acidity mouth-watering and savoury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t a Pinot for instant gratification. It’s built for the long haul. Lay it down and watch the precision and tension unfurl into something profound. 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Secure your stocks while you can.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tolpuddle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42274002927659,"sku":"2024 Tolpuddle Vineyard Pinot Noir","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024TolpuddleVineyardPinotNoir.png?v=1759100283"},{"product_id":"2025-wickhams-road-tasmania-pinot-noir","title":"2025 Wickhams Road Tasmania Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is what happens when Australia's best value Pinot producer gets his hands on some fruit from Tasmania. The red bargain of the year? Well, it's in the conversation, for sure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Franco D'Anna is well known for his exceptional value Hoddles Creek Pinot Noirs and his bargains from the Yarra Valley, Yea Valley and Gippsland under the Wickhams Road label, but what we didn't know is that he's also been toying with the idea of hunting down some fruit from Tasmania for a while. In 2025, he got his hands on a small parcel from the Tamar Valley, just to dip his toe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e It's darker than its Victorian counterparts, though still red fruited, with more tannin than you might expect at the price and a strong regional thumbprint of the Tamar Valley. It's proper Tassie Pinot, with Franco's easy drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e We only got a small swing at Franco's first crack at the Tamar. We hope it won't be his last. But trust us, or trust Franco's track record, this is a steal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The first Tasmanian pinot released under the Wickhams Road label, and what a good wine and bargain it is!... Yet another feather in the d'Anna family cap!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Philip Rich (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e90 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A lobster (should you remember what money looks like) for a good Tassie Pinot!\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Hoddles Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42415282356267,"sku":"2025 Wickhams Road Tasmania Pinot Noir","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2025WickhamsRoadTasmaniaPinotNoir_2783ee78-8ffd-4dab-aeff-26df0ba9bce9.png?v=1761521596"},{"product_id":"2024-holyman-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Holyman Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoe and Lou Holyman farm one of Tasmania’s benchmark Pinot Noir vineyards on the Tamar, where low yields and mature vines give fruit with depth, structure and clarity. The vineyard, planted in 1986, sits less than a kilometre from the river and has been tended by the Holymans for over two decades - a site they know inside out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 release was fermented with 70% whole bunches after a one-week cold soak, using only the wild yeasts present in the vineyard. It then went to oak from the same small set of coopers that Joe uses each year, allowing the season to speak for itself. The warm, dry conditions of 2024 gave the wine more fruit weight than the 2023, but it still carries that unmistakable Holyman line of tension and grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it’s layered and composed offering an awesome nose of black cherry, plum and subtle savoury tones of mushroom and coffee. The palate is full and textured, despite the low alcohol, with a firm backbone and A+ length. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s Pinot built to go the distance, and one of the best examples yet from this exceptional Tasmanian vineyard. Expect it to evolve beautifully over the next five to ten years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I like the energy here; there's a distinct tension to its travel on the palate, with sleek fruit, crushed riverstone tannins and a wicked briny acid line providing detail and cadence. Such great drinking.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Cherry, dark raspberry, mint and earth, a spicy cinnamon and floral perfume too. It’s medium-bodied, well-etched with fine but firm tannin, quite ‘minerally’ too...\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Stoney Rise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42459192918059,"sku":"2024 Holyman Pinot Noir","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024HolymanPinotNoir.png?v=1762740919"},{"product_id":"2022-lowestoft-estate-pinot-noir","title":"2022 Lowestoft Estate Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eLowestoft’s rise to the top tier of Tasmanian Pinot has been nothing short of meteoric and this excellent estate wine shows exactly why. Sourced predominantly from their mature 1986-planted Derwent Valley vineyard, this is an exercise in Tassie Pinot polish and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink dark cherries laced with black plum, exotic spice and anise, underpinned by pomegranate acidity and silken tannins. It’s supple and complex, but with a firm spine that promises 7-10 years of graceful ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a young label, Lowestoft is already playing in the big leagues. If you want to see just how serious modern Tassie Pinot can be, this is the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I remember a winemaker friend telling me to keep an eye on these guys a while back. In recent years, Lowestoft has become one of the high flyers on the Tassie wine scene. I owe that man a beer.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Lowestoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42476146720811,"sku":"2022 Lowestoft Estate Pinot Noir","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022LowestoftEstatePinotNoir.webp?v=1763430204"},{"product_id":"2024-marco-lubiana-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Marco Lubiana Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarco Lubiana is one of the country's most exciting young winemakers, and the 2024 release only further reinforces this reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarco’s estate blocks in the Derwent Valley are starting to show real personality now, and the 2024 season gave him exactly the kind of fruit that lets that shine. It was a more typical year after the cool, slow 2023 vintage. Spring was steady, summer warm and dry, and the Pinot came off in great condition most of it picked by mid March. Clean bunches, good flavour, no stress in the winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis release brings together fruit from the close planted young vines, the older alluvial block lower down the slope, and a few parcels from the higher clay and chalk soils. It’s a mix of clones and sites that Marco seems to understand instinctively. With better phenolic ripeness in 2024, he pushed whole bunch to around 50%, and brought in a little more new oak about 15% to give the wine some extra backbone and perfume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a Pinot that feels both serious and approachable. Red and darker fruits, a savoury line, and tannins that are firmer and more structural than you might expect. It’ll age well, but if you’re opening it now, a quick decant really helps it open up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Serious feeling wine, tense and firm; reserved and for the long term. Very good.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Marco Lubiana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42489463177259,"sku":"2024 Marco Lubiana Pinot Noir","price":56.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024MarcoLubianaPinotNoir_0dd66689-b520-4831-b3c7-5f7a4d4a903a.webp?v=1763422092"},{"product_id":"stefano-lubiana-pinot-noir-single-vineyard-masterclass-pack","title":"Stefano Lubiana Pinot Noir Single Vineyard Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Stefano Lubiana La Roccia Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Stefano Lubiana Il Giardino Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Stefano Lubiana Ruscello 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\u003e2023 Stefano Lubiana La Roccia Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasmania's Pinot Noir Maestro releases a trio of single vineyard Pinot Noirs, highlighting the variety of terroirs within the Derwent River Valley that winds north west out of Hobart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Roccia, the Rock, is the plot that produces the most sturdy, structured and cellar-worthy of wines - though it is, of course, delicious to look at right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is on the darker spectrum with a plummy plushness, and some spicy notes in the background. Simply irresistible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Intense, perfumed aromas of dark cherries, raspberries and dried roses with black tea, crushed rocks and sandalwood. The powerful, tightly wound palate has bright acidity and firm tannins, showing pomegranate, blood oranges and pencil shavings yet with a subtle, earth-driven finish. Long, mineral and age-worthy. Excellent. One of the finest pinots in the new world. Drink or hold.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-stefano-lubiana-la-roccia-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Stefano Lubiana La Roccia Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Stefano Lubiana Il Giardino Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasmania offers the perfect growing conditions for Pinot Noir, and the Stefano Lubiana Il Giardino Pinot Noir utilises those conditions perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the name Il Giardino (Italian for \"the garden\"), this wine comes from a small block located next to the original vegetable garden, which now mainly grows wild mustard. Like the mustard, the Pinot is a bit wild but shows beautiful fruit and acid tension, as well as some tannin bite, which will all meld together seamlessly over the coming years, but it's still a great drop already.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rich and ripe Pinot will pair excellently with duck breast or even a rich Indian curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Perfumed, delicately detailed aromas of wild strawberries, red cherries, rose petals, dried herbs, orange peel and wet earth. The midweight, textural palate has bright acidity and fine tannins. Long and savory, showing quiet power and precision with an ethereal floral edge. Excellent. Drink or hold.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-stefano-lubiana-il-giardino-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Stefano Lubiana Il Giardino Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Stefano Lubiana Ruscello Pinot Noir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stefano Lubiana Ruscello Pinot Noir is a straight-up gorgeous drop with wonderful fruit characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComing from a pleasant little vineyard next to a babbling little stream (\"ruscello\" means \"stream\" in Italian), this is the ideal wine to drink while pondering life on the banks of a river, bay or ocean. The fruit is pristine while the aromas and flavours sit firmly within the red camp, with a touch of cherry tartness and heaps of acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike Il Giardino, it can cellar for a few more years, but it's already very approachable and pretty right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lifted, floral and spicy aromas of red cherries, raspberries, rose hips, orange zest, dried herbs, blood oranges and crushed stones. The palate is vibrant and tightly wound with bright acidity and finely integrated tannins that lead into a long mineral finish. Just like the producer’s other 2023 bottlings, it's excellent. Drink or hold. Screw cap.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-stefano-lubiana-ruscello-pinot-noir\" title=\"2023 Stefano Lubiana Ruscello Pinot Noir\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stefano Lubiana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42515292553259,"sku":"Stefano Lubiana Pinot Noir Single Vineyard Masterclass Pack","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/StefanoLubianaPinotNoirSingleVineyardMasterclassPack.png?v=1763948644"},{"product_id":"2025-havilah-pinot-nouveau","title":"2025 Havilah Pinot Nouveau","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is Havilah's answer to those juicy, light Italian reds that disappear far too quickly on a sunny afternoon. Ricky Evans isn't trying to make a brooding, serious Pinot here. He is aiming for pure, unadulterated refreshment. Inspired by the smashable wines poured in wine bars over summer, this is a \"thirst crusher\" designed to be chilled down and drunk with gusto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe backbone of the wine is Pinot Noir, specifically the Abel clone from Ricky's own farm. He picks it nice and early to keep the acid crunch, fermenting it as whole berries for just six days before pressing it off to old barrels. He also includes a portion of carbonic maceration to give the aromatics a distinct pop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the secret sauce lies in the other varieties. He splashes in some Meunier picked at sparkling ripeness for extra zip, and a hit of Pinot Gris to \"loosen\" the wine up. The Gris smooths out the red tannins and gives the palate a slippery, easy-drinking texture. It is bright, crunchy and incredibly fun.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Woodlawn Tasmania","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42517277474859,"sku":"2025 Havilah Pinot Nouveau","price":34.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2025HavilahPinotNouveau.webp?v=1764642946"},{"product_id":"2025-stargazer-rada-pinot-meunier-pinot-noir","title":"2025 Stargazer Rada Pinot Meunier Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a delicious lighter styled red from the talented hands of Sam Connew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere, Sam blends Pinot Meunier from Pipers Brook with Pinot Noir from the Coal River Valley to give a summery red wine that can be enjoyed while the weather is warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's sweetness from the lively Pinot Noir fruit, a touch of savouriness from the Meunier. It's packaged beautifully and ready to rip into.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like to have something that's red but crisp and crunchy in your glass, this is a fine choice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42518695084075,"sku":"2025 Stargazer Rada Pinot Meunier Pinot Noir","price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024StargazerRadaPinotMeunierPinotNoir_bcaa7c3d-ab4d-442d-8949-5c6d0ceb0f7f.webp?v=1764200615"},{"product_id":"2024-sailor-seeks-horse-small-wonder-tamar-valley-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Sailor Seeks Horse Small Wonder Tamar Valley Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eGilli and Paul Lipscombe have settled into a nice rhythm with their Small Wonder wines, and the 2024 Tamar Valley Pinot Noir shows just how well the region suits their touch. 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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 world class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve and Brad have long loved the Pinots from their neighbours, names like Stargazer, Tolpuddle, and Pooley and now they have their own entrant into that upper stratosphere of Tasmanian Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\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 Decades Pinot Noir promises to be one of the most exciting new developments in Tasmanian wine. 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