• 100% Pinot Noir
• Organic
    
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From the Yandra/Gower Vineyard in Lenswood, planted in 1998 by Anne & Jeff Gower who farm it organically. Brendon and Kirsty are now taking over the management of the site, as Jeff is now in his 80's. This steep, east facing site is sandstone with a deep clay pan to hold moisture. The 2021 Gower Pinot Noir is hand harvested and whole bunch fermented in concrete 5 ton open top tanks. Each clone is vinified and aged separately in 30% new oak barrique before being blended for bottling. Light on the eyes and tawny but deep-forest pine-mushroom soup on the palate, with a dash of sherry. Floral in places, whole-bunch fermentation gives this wine drive and edges. Maple leaves, dark cocoa and a touch of salinity.