Delicate yet quietly structured, the 2024 Pinot Noir from Warramate is a beautifully lacy expression of the Yarra Valley—light on its feet, but built with intent. Crafted from four estate blocks—including 60% old vine cuttings from Yarra Yering—it delivers red-fruited elegance with subtle whole-bunch complexity.
Fermentation was carried out in small open fermenters with varying levels of whole bunch inclusion—from 0 to 100%—to enhance lift and layer texture. Gentle hand plunging and basket pressing were followed by gravity transfer to French oak barrels (all seasoned), with natural malolactic fermentation in a cool underground cellar before winter.
In the glass, this wine shimmers with cranberry, watermelon and red cherry, underpinned by a whisper of sandalwood and spice. The palate is silky and medium-bodied, with dainty fruit, fine stalk tannins, and a savoury finish. Elegant, pure and refreshingly restrained.
Small-Batch Detail
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Region: Yarra Valley, Victoria
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Vineyard: Blend of four estate blocks
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Clone Breakdown: 60% Yarra Yering cuttings, 20% MV6, 10% Pommard, 10% Abel
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Winemaking: Small open fermenters, 0–100% whole bunch across ferments
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Oak: 300L hogsheads & 228L barriques, all seasoned
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Alcohol: 13.5%
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Bottled: Unfined
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Cellaring: Best young, but will evolve gracefully over 3–5 years
Critical Acclaim
⭐ 94 Points – Halliday Wine Companion 2024
🏅 5-Star Winery – Halliday Wine Companion 2025
FinePinot Note
A lifted, elegant Pinot for lovers of detail and delicacy. Red-fruited and transparent, it’s a classic Yarra Valley style—best enjoyed slightly chilled with duck, poached salmon or mushroom tart.
