Fleet Lichen Pinot Menuire

If you enjoy lighter reds that still deliver character and nuance, this Pinot Meunier will delight. It has enough fruit sweetness to be inviting, but its acid and texture give it shape and length. Easy to drink yet layered enough to interest, it’s a wine that pairs seamlessly with food or occasions, from casual gatherings to thoughtful dinners.

Location: Whitlands, Victoria
Winemaking / Farming techniques: Hand-harvested Pinot Meunier fermented indigenous/wild yeasts with moderate skin contact to build structure and aromatic complexity. A mix of whole-berry and gentle pressings; aged partially in seasoned oak and/or neutral vessels on lees to develop texture. Minimal intervention, typically unfined and unfiltered, with minimal sulphur at bottling.
Style / Body: Light-to-medium bodied red; bright, savoury and textural with a silky frame.
Notes: Fresh red berries, raspberry, wild strawberry and sour cherry, with subtle pepper spice, earthy underbrush and hints of dried herbs. A mineral, slightly gravelly edge and fine tannin texture support a lively acid backbone and give the wine a long, refreshing finish.
Descriptors: Raspberry · Wild strawberry · Sour cherry · Pepper spice · Dried herb · Earthy/mineral · Fine tannins · Bright acid · Silky texture
Pairing Suggestions: Perfect with roast duck breast, pork belly with herbs, mushroom risotto, charcuterie boards, grilled salmon or tuna, wood-fired pizza, and medium-strength cheeses. Also lovely slightly chilled on warmer days.