Helens Hill Long Walk Pinot Noir

Helens Hill Long Walk Pinot Noir 2023

Fresh bright red fruits are the focal point of this wine. Displayed initially through it a bouquet of fresh strawberries and cherries, then emphasised on the pallet as dark cherry and bramble fruits come to the fore. The structure is ample, coming in the form of vibrant acidity, subtle oak characters and fine tannins which work in unison to elegantly frame the powerful fruit characters.

A blend of clones were selected as the best combination for making our Long Walk Pinot Noir. MV6 forms the backbone of the wine and is complimented by D4V5 Pommard clone and Dijon Clone 115. Handpicked from low-cropped vines, the fruit is destemmed and lightly crushed, with a large portion of whole berries remaining for primary ferment. After 12 days on skins, the wine is pressed off to tank then settled and transferred to French oak puncheons (30% new) for 12 months to age and develop.