Overview
Pinot Noir is one of the Yarra Valley's signature wines. Red fruit and floral aromas sit above a supple palate; cooler sites often emphasise freshness, while oak and whole-bunch fermentation can add spice and savoury detail.
In The Glass
- Colour
- Medium ruby
- Nose
- Cherry, Raspberry, Pomegranate, Violet and Gentle spice.
- Palate
- Fragrant, fresh Pinot Noir with supple red fruit and fine tannins. Generally light-bodied, crisp acidity, soft tannins, dry, with a long finish.
Tasting Profile
Body Light2/5
Tannins Soft2/5
Acidity Crisp4/5
Sweetness Bone Dry1/5
Alcohol Medium3/5
Grapes
Pinot Noir
Aromas And Notes
CherryRaspberryPomegranateVioletGentle spiceForest floor
Terroir
Cool conditions, with altitude and exposure creating substantial differences between vineyards.
Grey loamsRed volcanic soils
Food Pairings
Roast duckMushroom risottoGrilled salmonRoast beetroot