Bannockburn 'De La Terre' Pinot Noir Unit:Single

Bannockburn 'De La Terre' Pinot Noir Unit:SingleProducer "De la Terre vineyard meaning 'of the earth'. Volcanic topsoil, and various clays and sands over limestone are typical of our site. The combination of east west aligned rows on the flat and north south rows on an east facing slope captures even more detail of the complex terroir. 10% whole bunch fermentation, indigenous yeast, approximately two weeks on skins. 12 months in French hogsheads (20% new). The best barrels were blended, then

leading to a reduced yield

some volatility

winemaking styles and blends

perfect for the Australian al fresco lifestyle

a part of the Grampians wine region

careful barrel selection and blending ensures a balance of freshness and spice from the dominant cabernet sauvignon and fleshy fruit from Shiraz with merlot helping to seamlessly bring the wine together

All fermentations were wild in a combination of old French oak barriques

the Magnabosco family has been a vigneron for four generations

uncomplicated

a bit of apricot sweetness in the mix

which makes up one in every five bottles they sell

some of the Cabernet spending extended time on skins for complexity