The fruit sourced from pre-phylloxera and newer blocks were fermented separately with 0–25% whole bunch, then aged in French oak (barriques and puncheons; one-third new) for 11 months..

Handpicked Wines, Highbow Hill, Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, 2023

Medium ruby. Focus and intensity. Highly aromatic and perfumed, deep rose, orange rind, maraschino cherry, cassis, some toasty oak, graphite and dried kitchen herbs. Carrying power. Protein meaty depth over raspy, fine tannins folding through deep cherry and charred citrus edges. A long finish, persistent and balanced. Excellent.

RRP: $90
Alc: 13.5%
Rating: 95/100

Wine sample courtesy of Handpicked Wines