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In more recent times Michael Dhillion has expanded beyond the home vineyard, sourcing quality fruit from nearby sites and Southern Heathcote to build out quality wines under the 'Dhillion' and 'Pyrette' labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The Bindi farm spans 170ha but only 7ha is planted to vines. This simple fact is an insight into the care and respect the Dhillon family has for its land, its heritage and its future. There are only 2 varieties planted (pinot noir and chardonnay) on the home vineyard, both long-established for their stellar quality. Bindi is without question among a select few at the top echelon of Australian wine and essentially has been ever since its '88 plantings first hit their straps. While quality is the uniting factor across the entire range, Block 5 pinot noir remains the resounding jewel in Bindi's crown. Of genuine excitement is the addition of high-density pinot noir (11,300 vines\/ha, planted in ’14 and ’16), which is destined to add yet more lustre.\" \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Everything about this wine, I love: its elegance, its precision and definition. It feels light at first but flavours build, the cherries and pips, the sweet nutty spices, the dash of Campari and fleck of fresh herbs. It’s on the lighter side of medium bodied, with superfine, powdery tannins and matching acidity all heading to a lingering finish.\" \u003cstrong\u003e97pts | Jane Faulkner | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs-reviewBody\"\u003e\"Deep-ish red with a good purple tint; black cherry and blackberry aromas, the flavour bold and medium-full in body, with mysterious depths and plenty of tannin making for a more structured pinot. Foresty underbrush characters come with time in the glass. A bigger, more robust and concentrated style for this maker and promises to have a long and rewarding career. It's still emerging at this stage and shows great potential.\" \u003cstrong\u003e97pts | Huon Hooke | The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs-reviewBody\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eOrganic Principles | Vegan Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs-reviewBody\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eBindi ploughs under vine and does not use herbicides or systemic pesticides. 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The palate is light with soft, silky tannins and cleansing acidity, and while you wouldn’t really call this complex, you would say it’s a lovely drink.\" \u003cstrong\u003e95pts | Jane Faulkner | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Principles | Vegan Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBindi ploughs under vine and does not use herbicides or systemic pesticides. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystemic foliage sprays are rarely used (the foliage spray Ridomil has been used for downy mildew four seasons in the past eighteen years).\u003cbr\u003eBindi uses compost, compost tea and cow horn preparation, fish and seaweed.\u003cbr\u003eWines are made without adding yeast, yeast nutrient, enzyme or fining agents.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45503692505241,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/IMG_2643.jpg?v=1759218432"},{"product_id":"narkoojee-pinot-noir-2024","title":"Narkoojee Pinot Noir 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven for the sparsely populated Gippsland region (in terms of wineries) Narkoojee remains a little under the radar. It was, initially, some very good efforts with Chardonnay that build a reputation but in recent years Pinot Noir and Merlot have flown the flag. Mind you, the Chardonnay remains one of the region's best. The wines are very consistent but it probably helps that Narkoojee is locted on the western border of East Gippsland and thus is typically a recipient of warmer weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Ready to go if I ever saw one. Clean cherry, bitter dark notes late. 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Youthful, quite full flavoured, textured and with smart of grip and length.\" \u003cstrong\u003e92pts | Aaron Brasher | The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45730920693913,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/IMG_2611.jpg?v=1759227318"},{"product_id":"howard-park-flint-rock-pinot-noir-2024","title":"Howard Park 'Flint Rock' Pinot Noir 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn uber-friendly and slurpable Pinot Noir from one of the founding wineries of the Great Southern region having been established in 1986.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The name Flint Rock epitomises the fine mineral structure and savoury elegance of wines grown in the wildly remote and beautiful Great Southern region of Western Australia. 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Despite the vineyard area being only 10 acres in total, the different blocks each deliver unique characters, and often there is up to two weeks’ difference in the harvest dates. The mature block—with vines dating back to the early 1970s—gives the wine its savoury tones and fine tannins. The Front block fruit is spicy, while the Fruit Tree block is generously fruity. Each component adds complexity when blended together, creating the Pinot Noir style for which Wantirna Estate is known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eReg Egan, who established this haven on the fringe of the Yarra Valley back in 1963, is pushing 94 and still drives a tractor and tends the vines a couple of days a week. He thought suburbia would swallow up the vineyard decades ago, and it would’ve, but for the Green Wedge policy of the 1970s. As the cacophony of modernity encroaches ever closer, Wantirna Estate remains its own Eden. 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The six blocks were specifically chosen to suit each variety planted; Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc. Aspect, soil type and sun exposure are all maximised to produce wines of exceptional poise, balance and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Mostly MV6. 5% whole bunches. 20% new oak. A very bright crimson. Aromatic with a bouquet of red fruits, poached rhubarb, rose petal and spice. Fleshy and energetic on the palate with fine, silky tannins. Medhurst's calling card is in great form. A delicious wine to drink now through the next 5-7 years.\" \u003cstrong\u003e96pts | Phillip Rich | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46909260923033,"sku":null,"price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/IMG_3338.jpg?v=1776732989"},{"product_id":"fighting-gully-road-pinot-noir-2025","title":"Fighting Gully Road Pinot Noir 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eMark Walpole has graduated from being arguably one of Australia's greatest viticulturalists to become one of its greatest vignerons. His interest in cool climate viticulture led him from his home in the Ovens Valley to the elevated Beechworth plateau at the top of the Escarpment above the Murmungee basin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe site was planted to Cabernet Sauvignon and a small amount of Merlot in 1997 on the lower North West facing slopes, followed by Pinot Noir in 1998 on the upper North East facing slopes at an elevation of 570 meters. In more recent years after working with fruit from this block small areas have been grafted to Shiraz, Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Chardonnay and Petit Menseng.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2009 he gained access to the Smith Vineyard, located only a few minutes away from the Fighting Gully Road site. This small vineyard was planted to Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon in 1978, making it the oldest vineyard in the region.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical from the exposed Fighting Gully Road site, the mid palate exhibits ripe berry fruits with a fine line of acidity and tannin running throughout. It has a structure unlike many examples of Australian Pinot Noir, more akin to wines from Pommard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Composed, harmonious and already boasting a pure, elemental pinot quality and energy when tasted before release, this '25 pinot is set to impress. Quality fruit lies at its heart, a complex cherry and plum concentration surrounded by baking spices, sappy undergrowth, dusty earthiness and violet florals. Comes with a fleshy impact, framed in fine tannins and a bright acidity.\" \u003cstrong\u003e94pts | Jeni Port | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo insecticides are used and fungicide selection is careful made to protect predatory mites and other beneficial insects. Soil structure is maintained through minimal application of herbicide; soil cultivation is not practiced. The inter-row is sown to a permanent sward of grasses and legumes, which are seasonally slashed and thrown onto the ground immediately under the vine, to preserve moisture and increase organic matter. Vine prunings are mulched back into the ground to degrade naturally. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47045005901977,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/7CDF1DAB-DF8C-4362-BC44-62C570324015.jpg?v=1781401686"},{"product_id":"bass-phillip-estate-pinot-noir-2023","title":"Bass Phillip 'Estate' Pinot Noir 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eBass Phillip is by some stretch Gippsland's best winery and arguably Australia's greatest maker of Pinot Noir. Founder (\u0026amp; former owner) Phillip Jones ekked out small quantities of of hugely characterful and idiosyncratic wines that, at their best, had no peer in perhaps the Southern Hemisphere. Of course there was the odd miss along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winery was sold in 2020 to a partnership headed by the highly regarded Jean-Marie Fourrier from Domaine Fourrier in Gevrey-Chambertin. Whilst the intense vineyard management will remain unchanged (low yields, no irrigation, organic principles) there is an expectation consistency, vintage to vintage, will improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"What an excellent start to the ’23 pinots at Bass Phillip with the first tier, the Estate, showcasing gorgeous fruit flavours and a high level of detail. There’s an energy and vitality, too, alongside sweet black cherries, kirsch and aniseed with fresh herbs to the fore. It's obviously still very much primary yet compelling nonetheless. Fuller bodied, there’s a succulence across the palate that is caressed by fine tannins and bright acidity. A bit of a showstopper.\" \u003cstrong\u003e97pts | Jane Faulkner | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Deep red with a purple tinge, very darkly coloured for an Australian pinot, the bouquet reserved and discreet but richly endowed with ripe dark-cherry fruit, some fragrant herbs in the background but the bright pinot fruit holding centre-stage. Delicious depth of sweetly ripe cherry favour on the palate, bold and firmly supported by plentiful fine tannins, drawing out superbly in a long tail.\u003cspan class=\"cs-reviewBody\"\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003e97pts | Huon Hooke | The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47884963315865,"sku":null,"price":109.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/2C53350B-1A67-4F67-95A2-AF6BFCD6DA80.jpg?v=1782700859"},{"product_id":"future-perfect-estate-pinot-noir-2025","title":"Future Perfect 'Estate' Pinot Noir 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall batch wines made from parcels of fruit sourced sites of interest in Tasmania, with a focus on Chardonnay and Pinot Noirfrom the Derwent Valley. The winery is located on the outskirts of Hobart in the industrial hub of Goodwood. A repurposed meat processing facility now home to three wine producers working communally. Some barrels, a few tanks, a basket press and a forklift. Winemaking here is honest and rustic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-15 citation-end-15\"\u003eThomas New's path to creating Future Perfect was unconventional.\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\" data-turn-source-index=\"11\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-14 citation-end-14\"\u003eAfter working for various operations across Australia (including the Granite Belt, Margaret River, and other Tasmanian producers) and Austria, he concluded that Tasmania was the ideal place for his winemaking approach.\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\" data-turn-source-index=\"12\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Pinot Noir blended from three sites across Tasmania - Mt Ventoux (Southern Tamar Valley), Kinvarra (Upper Derwent Valley) \u0026amp; Panorama (Huon Valley)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slight evolution in approach with this wine, expanding the fruit source to multiple vineyards across the State to bring greater complexity into the wine via different microclimates and soil types, clonal diversity and subsequent approaches in the winery. Clones include MV6, Entav828, 8048 \u0026amp; 2051. Numerous small ferments all handled uniquely to coax more character from the fruit. Basket pressed to barriques (17% new French) for 11 months maturation. Natural primary and malolactic ferments, unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47900452815001,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/E0228F07-4140-4604-AC4C-13C415B8C4D7.jpg?v=1781416485"},{"product_id":"bass-phillip-estate-pinot-noir-2021","title":"Bass Phillip 'Estate' Pinot Noir 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eBass Phillip is by some stretch Gippsland's best winery and arguably Australia's greatest maker of Pinot Noir. Founder (\u0026amp; former owner) Phillip Jones ekked out small quantities of of hugely characterful and idiosyncratic wines that, at their best, had no peer in perhaps the Southern Hemisphere. Of course there was the odd miss along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winery was sold in 2020 to a partnership headed by the highly regarded Jean-Marie Fourrier from Domaine Fourrier in Gevrey-Chambertin. Whilst the intense vineyard management will remain unchanged (low yields, no irrigation, organic principles) there is an expectation consistency, vintage to vintage, will improve.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47917123371161,"sku":null,"price":109.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/135574BB-7E11-4263-B6A6-D395CB88271E.jpg?v=1782700708"},{"product_id":"wilimee-by-wilimee-pinot-noir-2025","title":"Wilimee 'By Wilimee' Pinot Noir 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"In the Macedon Ranges, on a patch of ancient, rare Cambrian soil that sits at 600m above sea level and neighbours a sacred greenstone quarry once mined by the Wurundjeri people to make stone axes, is a small, family-run vineyard by the name of Wilimee. Winemaker Ben Ranken, his wife, Sally Richardson, and their children moved to the region in ’13, purchasing the old Portree vineyard and returning it to its Indigenous name. The vineyard, established in '82, is planted solely to chardonnay and pinot noir. These 2 varieties dominate Wilimee’s small range of minimal-intervention wines.\" \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48261018910873,"sku":null,"price":53.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/EFC3BAEF-3F9A-4974-8BFF-C2B50B5659C2.jpg?v=1782368836"},{"product_id":"crittenden-estate-kangerong-pinot-noir-2025","title":"Crittenden Estate 'Kangerong' Pinot Noir 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt up to 49 years of age, the vines are amongst the oldest in the region \u0026amp; this vine maturity undoubtedly confers something special on what is eventually put in the bottle. \u003cspan\u003eThis wine walks the middle ground between being fruit driven and more complex and structured. There is a faint but appealing sappy character that has nothing to do with stems in the ferment, but more to do with the berry size at maturity ie small. The texture is rich and structured with soft tannins and a good acid finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to know more about the history of Crittenden Estate? Check out this \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jancisrobinson.com\/articles\/wwc23-garry-crittenden-paul-sellars?fbclid=IwAR0kZC_mZ2CK7i89i-AP0B68UTkAbFhT8ws2PCIz32k-wUjs5QE57HBhzhY\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egreat piece\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e on the Jancis Robinson by my good mate Paul Sellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrittenden Estate has received one of the world’s most significant awards recognising outstanding sustainable growing practices and wine quality. Crittenden Estate was named as the overall “platinum” winner of the 2020 BRIT\/FIVS International Sustainable Winegrowing Competition, chosen in first place amongst a high calibre field of sustainabilityminded wine producers from around the world.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe BRIT\/FIVS International Sustainable Winegrowing Competition is jointly run by the Botanical Research Institute of Texas and FIVS, a Paris-based international federation of sustainability-minded wine organisations. The competition recognises wine producers taking a leading role in developing and implementing sustainable practices, while building strong connections with their communities and sharing their learnings across the wider wine sector.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48267839930521,"sku":null,"price":51.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/3D282457-B717-407D-945B-8186653E7C4C.jpg?v=1782701261"},{"product_id":"bass-phillip-estate-pinot-noir-20211","title":"Bass Phillip 'Estate' Pinot Noir 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eBass Phillip is by some stretch Gippsland's best winery and arguably Australia's greatest maker of Pinot Noir. Founder (\u0026amp; former owner) Phillip Jones ekked out small quantities of of hugely characterful and idiosyncratic wines that, at their best, had no peer in perhaps the Southern Hemisphere. Of course there was the odd miss along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winery was sold in 2020 to a partnership headed by the highly regarded Jean-Marie Fourrier from Domaine Fourrier in Gevrey-Chambertin. Whilst the intense vineyard management will remain unchanged (low yields, no irrigation, organic principles) there is an expectation consistency, vintage to vintage, will improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eFragrant potpourri of aromas, rose petals and red berry notes, with a hint of China tea; the very essence of Pinot Noir. A classic iron fist in a velvet glove palate. A lush fruit driven middle, enveloped by powdery tannins with delicious flavours that dance delicately across the palate.\" \u003cstrong\u003eWinery Tasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"An elegant style, almost gentle with every element from fruit and acidity to tannins neatly in place. It’s a complete wine. Red cherry accents, rose petals, charred radicchio and a host of spices for good measure. It continues to unfurl beautifully in the glass. As seamless as it gets thanks to superfine tannins and a powder puff of acidity.\" \u003cstrong\u003e95pts | Jane Faulkner | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cspan class=\"cs-reviewBody\"\u003eMedium full ruby with a tinge of purple; the aromas are of red fruits, the profile lean and elegant, with bountiful drying tannins, and touches of foresty pinot mystery. The wine is lean and drying on the aftertaste. Nice elegant wine, worth a little cellaring also.\" \u003cstrong\u003e95pts | Huon Hooke | The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48582830555289,"sku":null,"price":109.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/2C53350B-1A67-4F67-95A2-AF6BFCD6DA80.jpg?v=1782700859"},{"product_id":"bindi-block-5-pinot-noir-2024","title":"Bindi 'Block 5' Pinot Noir 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eBindi is one of the great pinot noir producers of Australia and has for some time cemented itself as the greatest of the Macedon Ranges wineries. In more recent times Michael Dhillion has expanded beyond the home vineyard, sourcing quality fruit from nearby sites and Southern Heathcote to build out quality wines under the 'Dhillion' and 'Pyrette' labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The Bindi farm spans 170ha but only 7ha is planted to vines. This simple fact is an insight into the care and respect the Dhillon family has for its land, its heritage and its future. There are only 2 varieties planted (pinot noir and chardonnay) on the home vineyard, both long-established for their stellar quality. Bindi is without question among a select few at the top echelon of Australian wine and essentially has been ever since its '88 plantings first hit their straps. While quality is the uniting factor across the entire range, Block 5 pinot noir remains the resounding jewel in Bindi's crown. Of genuine excitement is the addition of high-density pinot noir (11,300 vines\/ha, planted in ’14 and ’16), which is destined to add yet more lustre.\" \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Small yields in ’24, which is heartbreaking, and yet the top wines, including this, are quite spectacular. All the aromas and flavours of the site are on display with some amplification – blood orange and Campari, warm earth and autumn leaves, red\/black cherries and pips. There’s a light taste of stems and beetroot, plus exotic spices. The palate fleshes out to medium bodied, with supple if plentiful tannins layered with pops of sweetness and a tang to the acidity. Beautifully defined. You’d be gleeful to drink this today, but Block 5 is so much better with time.\" \u003cstrong\u003e98pts | Jane Faulkner | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs-reviewBody\"\u003e\"Deep-ish red with a good purple tint; black cherry and blackberry aromas, the flavour bold and medium-full in body, with mysterious depths and plenty of tannin making for a more structured pinot. Foresty underbrush characters come with time in the glass. A bigger, more robust and concentrated style for this maker and promises to have a long and rewarding career. It's still emerging at this stage and shows great potential.\" \u003cstrong\u003e97pts | Huon Hooke | The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs-reviewBody\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eOrganic Principles | Vegan Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs-reviewBody\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eBindi ploughs under vine and does not use herbicides or systemic pesticides. 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In more recent times Michael Dhillion has expanded beyond the home vineyard, sourcing quality fruit from nearby sites and Southern Heathcote to build out quality wines under the 'Dhillion' and 'Pyrette' labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The Bindi farm spans 170ha but only 7ha is planted to vines. This simple fact is an insight into the care \u0026amp; respect the Dhillon family has for its land, its heritage and its future. There are only 2 varieties planted (pinot noir and chardonnay) on the home vineyard, both long-established for their stellar quality. Bindi is without question among a select few at the top echelon of Australian wine and essentially has been ever since its '88 plantings first hit their straps. While quality is the uniting factor across the entire range, Block 5 pinot noir remains the resounding jewel in Bindi's crown. Of genuine excitement is the addition of high-density pinot noir (11,300 vines\/ha, planted in ’14 and ’16), which is destined to add yet more lustre.\" \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\"While the ’23 and ’24 vintages of Bindi’s top wines are being released in tandem due to low yields, it’s so insightful to taste the wines together. Today, I prefer the ’23 of this over the ’24. Tomorrow, who knows? This has morphed into a wine of restraint, perhaps delicacy, yet there’s a certain power and definition, too. The tannins are refined, the palate elegant and the finish long. A delight to drink now and for quite a few years hence.\" \u003cstrong\u003e96pts | Jane Faulkner | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eOrganic Principles | Vegan Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eBindi ploughs under vine and does not use herbicides or systemic pesticides. 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Of genuine excitement is the addition of high-density pinot noir (11,300 vines\/ha, planted in ’14 and ’16), which is destined to add yet more lustre.\" \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eLots of flavour – from macerated plums and cherries, Middle Eastern spices and a slight wild aroma (like bresaola) to cedary oak and quince pomace. Full bodied, densely packed tannins and lots of refreshing acidity. Another year or so in bottle will see this change dramatically\u003c\/span\u003e.\" \u003cstrong\u003e96pts | Jane Faulkner | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eOrganic Principles | Vegan Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eBindi ploughs under vine and does not use herbicides or systemic pesticides. Systemic foliage sprays are rarely used (the foliage spray Ridomil has been used for downy mildew four seasons in the past eighteen years).\u003cbr\u003eBindi uses compost, compost tea and cow horn preparation, fish and seaweed.\u003cbr\u003eWines are made without adding yeast, yeast nutrient, enzyme or fining agents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48849462329497,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/IMG_2644.jpg?v=1759218301"},{"product_id":"bindi-darshan-pinot-noir-2024","title":"Bindi 'Darshan' Pinot Noir 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eBindi is one of the great pinot noir producers of Australia \u0026amp; has for some time cemented itself as the greatest of the Macedon Ranges wineries. In more recent times Michael Dhillion has expanded beyond the home vineyard, sourcing quality fruit from nearby sites and Southern Heathcote to build out quality wines under the 'Dhillion' and 'Pyrette' labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The Bindi farm spans 170ha but only 7ha is planted to vines. This simple fact is an insight into the care and respect the Dhillon family has for its land, its heritage and its future. There are only 2 varieties planted (pinot noir and chardonnay) on the home vineyard, both long-established for their stellar quality. Bindi is without question among a select few at the top echelon of Australian wine and essentially has been ever since its '88 plantings first hit their straps. While quality is the uniting factor across the entire range, Block 5 pinot noir remains the resounding jewel in Bindi's crown. Of genuine excitement is the addition of high-density pinot noir (11,300 vines\/ha, planted in ’14 and ’16), which is destined to add yet more lustre.\" \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eA bit more volume this vintage, which seems to suit Darshan, filling out the palate with more definition and roundness to the tannins. It’s still a refined style, light and fresh with sweet cherries and spice, pips also, a touch of Campari and Italian herbs, plenty of savoury inflections and a lingering finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003e96pts | Jane Faulkner | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Principles | Vegan Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBindi ploughs under vine and does not use herbicides or systemic pesticides. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystemic foliage sprays are rarely used (the foliage spray Ridomil has been used for downy mildew four seasons in the past eighteen years).\u003cbr\u003eBindi uses compost, compost tea and cow horn preparation, fish and seaweed.\u003cbr\u003eWines are made without adding yeast, yeast nutrient, enzyme or fining agents.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48849475240089,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/files\/IMG_2643.jpg?v=1759218432"},{"product_id":"rob-hall-harriots-vineyard-pinot-noir-2025","title":"Rob Hall 'Harriot's Vineyard' Pinot Noir 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Rob Hall (formerly head winemaker at Mount Mary), this wine sourced from a blend of two cool-climate sites—Full Moon Vineyard in the southern Yarra Valley and the family vineyard south of Healesville.\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eFruit from Harriet's vineyard in Healesville was augmented with 20% fruit from The Full Moon vineyard in Gladysdale; 15% whole bunches. A very bright crimson. A quiet and seductive bouquet of wild strawberry, dried rose and just a hint of Earl Grey tea. Medium bodied; the fruit spreads evenly across the palate. The tannins are subtle, understated and persistent, as is the finish. Rob Hall hasn't missed a beat in '25. Drink now and over the next six to eight years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\" \u003cstrong\u003e97pts | Phillip Rich | Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slow Beer and Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48931611312281,"sku":null,"price":44.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}]}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4030\/6329\/collections\/pinot-noir-grapes.png?v=1760653477","url":"https:\/\/www.slowbeerandwine.com.au\/collections\/pinot-noir.oembed?page=2","provider":"Slow Beer and Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}