Giant Steps Primavera Vineyard Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2021
The palate is poised, juicy and energetic. Tight and polished, this Upper Yarra Pinot has beautiful finesse and long, gently puckering tannins on the finish.
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The Giant Steps Primavera Vineyard Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2021 is bright crimson purple in colour. The nose opens with aromas of briary cherries, ripe redcurrants and freshly cut roses. The palate is poised, juicy and energetic. Tight and polished, this Upper Yarra Pinot has beautiful finesse and long, gently puckering tannins on the finish.
VINEYARDS The Primavera family have been involved in grape growing in the Riverina for 40 years. After discovering Yarra Valley wines 25 years ago through his involvement in the family wine shops, Lou Primavera planted this vineyard in Woori Yallock in 2001, lying at 230 metres above sea level. The 12 hectare vineyard is planted on north/north-east facing slopes and the soils are red clay loam, which play a critical role in shaping the complex structure and pronounced perfume of this wine. Giant Steps has a long-standing relationship with the Primavera family, having sourced fruit from the vineyard for many years. It is testament to the increasing quality of this site that they are now producing a single vineyard Pinot Noir from Primavera. The vineyard is planted with clones 114, MV6 and G8V3.
VINIFICATION The fruit was hand picked and hand sorted in both the vineyard and winery. All of the fruit is chilled overnight to 12°C. The 115 clone was transferred to open top oak vats as whole bunches, while the MV6 was destemmed for a cold soak for five days, then allowed to warm gently into a wild ferment. All vats underwent indigenous yeast fermentation. Separate batches were blended and moved to 25% new and 75% used 225L French barriques for eight months. The wine was bottled by gravity, without fining or filtration.
Giant Steps is a privately owned, estate based, Yarra Valley grower and winemaker that has forged a reputation for delivering some of Australia’s most consistent, over-performing, varietal wines. The Giant Steps Single Vineyard range is produced from the most site-expressive fruit from the best vineyards, in great years. Their aim is to express in each wine the character of the site, grape and vintage, and this they achieve by meticulous work in the vineyard and minimum intervention in the winery. Head winemaker Steve Flamsteed and his team are making some of the best wines in Australia from these sites.
Pinot Noir
At first glance, most Pinot Noir wines are pale to medium in color due to their thin skins. Pinot Noir has a unique profile dominated by aroma compounds known as esters. These give it a complex array of flavors, from ripe cherry and raspberry to intriguing undertones of forest floor, tea leaves, and sometimes even clove.
On the nose, Pinot Noir is all about the symphony of red fruits. Yet, it also unveils layers of earthiness, spice, and, when oak-aged, gentle wafts of vanilla and smoke. As it ages, you might catch hints of mushroom and leather.
On the palate Pinot Noir is usually light to medium-bodied, with lower tannins (thanks to those thinner skins) and high acidity, making it a wine of grace and subtlety. The alcohol levels tend to be moderate, usually around 12-14%, contributing to its silky and elegant mouthfeel.
- Suitable for Vegans
- Suitable for Vegetarians
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The Country
Australia, with its vast landmass spanning over 7.5 million square kilometres, offers a rich tapestry of wine styles. Climates and topography vary significantly, resulting in unique terroirs that shape the character of Australian wines. Here’s a glimpse into the grape varieties and wine styles you can discover:
Shiraz (Syrah): Often hailed as Australia’s flagship grape, Shiraz thrives in various regions. Cabernet Sauvignon: Cabernet Sauvignon vines flourish in South Australia, particularly in Coonawarra and Margaret River. Chardonnay: Australia’s Chardonnays range from unoaked and fresh to full-flavored and creamy. Riesling: Cool-climate regions like Clare Valley and Eden Valley craft exquisite Rieslings. Pinot Noir: Tasmania and Mornington Peninsula are Pinot Noir havens. Sauvignon Blanc: Adelaide Hills and Margaret River produce zesty, refreshing Sauvignon Blanc.
In this vast and diverse landscape, Australian wines invite you to explore, savor, and celebrate the artistry of winemaking
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The Region
Victoria, a diverse wine region in southern Australia, offers a rich tapestry of styles and grape varieties
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The Producer
Giant Steps is a privately owned, estate based, Yarra Valley grower and winemaker that has forged a reputation for delivering some of Australia’s most consistent, over-performing, varietal wines. The Giant Steps Single Vineyard range is produced from the most site-expressive fruit from the best vineyards, in great years. Their aim is to express in each wine the character of the site, grape and vintage, and this they achieve by meticulous work in the vineyard and minimum intervention in the winery. Head winemaker Steve Flamsteed and his team are making some of the best wines in Australia from these sites.
