Giant steps Circle of Fifths Pinot

If you like Pinot Noir with the purity of fruit, lift of acidity, and depth without heaviness, this wine delivers. It captures what we love about Yarra Valley Pinots: fresh red berries, florals, herbaceous nuance, clean oak influence; while being accessible now. Whether you’re sipping solo or pairing with food, “Circle of Fifths” offers finesse and character, plus enough structure to enjoy over the next few years.

Location: Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia, blended from their five single-vineyard sites: Tarraford, Sexton, Primavera, Applejack, and Bastard Hill.
Winemaking / Farming techniques: Hand-picked fruit, hand-sorted at the vineyard. Some parcels fermented semi-carbonically with 100% whole bunches; others destemmed and fermented with whole berries. Cold soaks for some batches, warm ferment for whole bunch parcels. Gentle gravity-drain cap management, pressed, then matured in French oak barriques (≈ 15% new) and held on lees. Bottled by gravity without fining or filtration.
Style / Body: Light-medium-bodied Pinot with energy: vibrant red fruit, brisk acidity, nuanced structure, and a texture that’s elegant yet persistent.
Notes: Bright raspberries, strawberries, and cherry dominate. There’s herbal underbrush: sage, perhaps a hint of fennel seed; plus subtle spice like white pepper. Oak influence is gentle: just a touch of new French barrique giving some vanilla and cedar framing. Clean red berry purity with soft, lint-like tannins and a long, fresh finish.
Descriptors: Raspberry, Strawberry, Cherry, Sage, Fennel seed spice, White pepper, Soft cedar, Lint-like tannins, Fresh acidity, Elegant finish
Pairing Suggestions: Great with roast duck breast, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, or a herby pork loin. Also delicious with charcuterie or mild cheeses. Best enjoyed slightly chilled in warmer weather.