Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Bass Phillip |
Label Name: | Premium Pinot Noir |
Vintage: | 2020 |
Country: | Australia |
Region: | Gippsland, Victoria |
Volume: | 1500ml |
ABV: | 14.2% |
Grape(s): | Pinot Noir |
Acidity: | 4 |
Tannins: | 3 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 14-16°C |
Awards/Ratings
Historically classed 'Outstanding' by Langton's; frequent mid-90s scores from critics and high ratings in Australian wine guides and retailers
Tasting Note
Black cherry and red-berry core with floral, forest-floor and gamey notes, toasty French oak, supple silky texture, fine powdery tannins and a long mineral-driven finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, mushroom risotto, lamb shoulder, grilled salmon, aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, miso-glazed salmon, char siu, beef bulgogi, shiitake-based stir-fries.
Production Method
Low-cropped, organic/biodynamic viticulture; destemmed and wild-yeast fermentations with gentle hand-plunging; aged 14–18 months in French Allier barriques; minimal intervention, no irrigation.
Vineyard Info
Founded 1979 by Phillip Jones at Leongatha; small-production biodynamic estate famed for premium Pinot Noir; Jean‑Marie Fourrier joined/partnered in 2020. Wines prized for ageability and site expression.