Bindi Dixon Pinot Noir

The Mornington Peninsula is recognised as one of Australia’s premier regions for cool-climate Pinot Noir, and at Montalto it’s our defining varietal. From estate-grown wines to Single Vineyard bottlings, each Pinot Noir reflects the character of its site - Red Hill, Tuerong and beyond - shaped by maritime breezes, ancient soils and meticulous winemaking. Fresh, juicy, and eager to please, this peninsula Pinot pours ruby-red with raspberry sweetness and plenty of fresh young fruit.
“Sure, but in the context of a snapshot of a region that shows wines that people mostly want to drink, then that’s a pretty good result. If you want profound wines, you have to be deeply invested in regenerative agriculture, otherwise those wines won’t exist. It’s early days for Mosele, but he is excited by the prospect of what those deep-rooted vines might express about his site, which is situated on the east side of the Peninsula chateau de fesles cabernet franc in Balnarring. McIntyre had already devoted half his 2-hectare vineyard to chardonnay, with 160 pinot vines “just in case”, while cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc and merlot made up the rest. The figures that Crittenden and McIntyre were relying on had been harvested from a hot, built-up area, and were a poor reflection of the prevailing conditions across much of the Peninsula.

Previously the Charles Sturt graduate started as his career as the winemaker at Willow Creek and has had winemaking roles at Heathcote Estate, Yabby Lake and Clyde Park. At Montalto, Black’s wines have been received with much critical claim and have garnered numerous awards. Amy Oliver completed a business degree in her early 20s, with a working holiday to the UK developing a love for hospitality and the wines of the world. A corporate career followed, but wine never left her thinking, completing her WSET 3 qualification while working as a project manager. That immersion saw her permanently spin off into wine, with stints working as an assistant sommelier at Andrew McConnell’s Cutler & Co, as well as the role of head sommelier at Neil Perry’s Rockpool Dining.
We gathered every Mornington pinot noir that we could find and set our expert panel the task of finding the wines that compelled the most. All wines were tasted blind, and each panellist named their top six wines. Below are the wines that made the panellists’ top-six selections from the tasting. A blend of all our estate vineyards plus the St James's vineyard in Uraidla.
In the glass, this Pinot Noir is a celebration of bright red fruits—wild strawberries, cherries, and a hint of cranberry—balanced by a touch of earthy spice and silky, structured tannins. A fresh line of acidity brings energy and precision, making it a delightfully vibrant and elegant drop. Pale ruby garnet in colour with a lifted nose of ripe red and black cherries, black rose petals, a touch of pomegranate and coriander seed and cardamom spice. On the palate the red cherry dominates with subtle spice and floral lavender and rosewater notes. A delicious, long mouthful of wine, with tangy pomegranate molasses on the finish. Ripe dark cherry, plum and anise aromas mix with hints of dried herbs, earth and spicy cedar.

Black countered that recent vintages would likely play a part in that, and several of the wines were likely made to be consumed more readily – that even though there was a decently sized selection, it was still a limited survey. It’s an opportunity to collaborate with some exceptional vineyards and people across the state and produce wines that connect with our philosophy of making wine from the ground up. All of our decisions are focused on how we can do things better in order to minimise our impact on the environment.
Due to the warmer season, the palate delivers delicious dark fruits and savoury flavours which are complemented by fine-grained tannins. This wine was aged in a blend of new and seasoned French oak barriques for 10 months. Bright and aromatic, the nose delivers raspberry, strawberry and red cherry with savoury spice notes.
Hand picked, all fruit is chilled overnight to 12 degrees Celsius. The fruit was destemmed and sorted to create five individual, clonal, whole berry ferments. Every block from Primavera made it into the final blend – just a beautiful vintage on that red soil. All parcels were matured in French oak – 25% new, 75% older – for eight months in 225L barriques Taransaud, Vicard and D&J. Young Gun of Wine is your shortcut to cutting edge wines, the places to go, and the people behind it all.

Mid garnet in colour with a nose of strawberry and red cherry fruit with a hint of rose petal perfume and orange zest. Juicy and fresh on the palate with bright red and black cherry, a touch of spice, tangy blood orange acidity and silky tannins. Pale garnet in colour with a fragrant nose of red cherry, macerated strawberries, red and yellow rose petals and a touch of fresh thyme.
With nearly 18 months in bottle the rich yet elegant Lily is really staring to show itself. The wine has developed beautifully, the oak has integrated to become a background flavour and the fruit has really begun to sing. Juicy fruit flavours and tannins balancing the wine to the finish. With Secret Bottle, you can say goodbye to predictable choices and hello to a world of exciting possibilities. We handpick a diverse range of wines, meticulously chosen to showcase the unique flavours, regions, and stories that make them exceptional. Our selection process involves rigorous tastings, vineyard visits, and engaging with winemakers to ensure that every bottle we offer reflects our dedication to quality and authenticity.

It was in the ’90s that significant growth began, with landmark estates like Kooyong and Yabby Lake being planted to pinot and chardonnay. Their success would begin in the 2000s, and further cement the reputation of the Peninsula as a premier producer of the Burgundy varieties. It has the power to transport you to different corners of the world, connect you with nature, and evoke emotions. That's why, when you open a bottle from Secret Bottle, you're not just enjoying a drink; you're embarking on a sensory journey that immerses you in the rich tapestry of winemaking traditions. Our team of experts scours the globe, seeking out winemakers who embody  passion, craftsmanship, and a commitment to producing wines that truly stand out. Change of mind returns are available for up to 30days after purchase.
The finish is long and refined, with a delicate spiciness that lingers gracefully. This Pinot Noir exemplifies the finesse and complexity characteristic of its cool-climate origin, making it a benchmark for the varietal. A full fragrant nose of juniper, rose petal, and plum meld with spice notes of cardamon and sumac. The palate concentration is exceptional, a hallmark of a small yielding year on the Martinborough Terrace.

Voss is your AI wine expert that answers all your questions and guides you to that perfect bottle. The boutique took residence in 2004 inside the former Turkish Bath House inside the coveted Royal Arcade, Melbourne. I ordered this 6 weeks before my husbands birthday and it never arrive. Sue’s interest in the interaction of viticulture and other agriculture - she’s also a champion vegetable-grower! - inspired a focus on specially-selected small parcels of fruit, both at the company’s Coonawarra base and carefully curated from elsewhere in Australia. That generational change is often a collaborative one, with the hard-earned wisdom of the older but still very much active generation working alongside their often very much grown children to drive the quality ever higher.
Single Vineyard releases are regularly awarded for their purity of fruit, balance, and site expression. Sit back and take in the aromas from a glass of this pinot as you think about sitting at the top of the vineyard surrounded by cows, water, grass and all things Western District farming. We ship with Australia Post using their dedicated wine post service. All parcels are trackable and in most cases arrive in 2-3 days for east coast metro areas. As an owner and manager of community hubs right across Australia, Vicinity acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we operate and we pay our respects to Elders past and present. There’s always room for dessert – Piccolina Gelateria has arrived with the summer sunshine, serving traditional, hand-crafted, 100% natural Italian gelato made from fresh seasonal ingredients.