2022 | Giant Steps Apple Jack Vineyard Pinot Noir | Yarra Valley Estate Smells of freshly cut flowers

Smells of freshly cut flowers

and persistent flavors and finish

structured by palate-coating tannins

Ageing: 15 months

Take the intensity and wildness of Leidenfrost for example

2022 | Giant Steps Apple Jack Vineyard Pinot Noir | Yarra Valley Estate Smells of freshly cut flowersA swathe of fine terracotta tannins suck up the fruit, tailoring a most evenly delivered palate of black cherry and rosehip fruit. Whole bunch (20%) brings ripe wood and nutty seed tones, lavender and violet lift. The oak delivers a cinnamon and anise kiss. An Upper Yarra Pinot of impressive gravitas, thanks to Ray Guerins east facing, multi clonal planting (MV6, Pommard, 114 and 115) at 300m elevation. Harvested 10, 12 and 15 March. 96 Pts Decanter