2023 Slow Lane, Pinot Noir

2023 Slow Lane, Pinot Noir

$36.00

From Jack Nelligan’s 1-hectare organic vineyard, this Pinot Noir offers an elegant yet firm expression. Grown in dark grey and brown loams with quartz gravel, the handpicked fruit was fully destemmed and macerated before aging in 500L and 300L barrels for 10-11 months. After 9 months in tank, it’s bottled via gravity. Expect cherry aromas with orange zest and cured meat, showcasing high energy and a lengthy, creamy finish.

Flavour Profile

StrawberryOrange PeelRaspberry

Country | Australia

Region | Adelaide Hills

ABV% | 13

Style | Fun & Juice

Closure | Cork

Grape Varieties | Pinot Noir

Ageing Potential | Drink Now - 3 Years

Tasting Structure

Body

MEDIUM LOW

Sweetness

LOW

Tannin

MEDIUM LOW

Acidity

MEDIUM HIGH

Slow Lane

Slow Lane is a small winery run by Federica Marzetti and Dom Smith, located just 15 minutes south of Mount Gambier, South Australia, Dom’s hometown. The winery spent six years in McLaren Vale, where both made wine and worked in various vineyards. However, they felt a strong pull to the Mount Gambier area, drawn by the region's two young volcanoes, limestone influence, healthy rainfall, cool climate, and significant diurnal range. Eventually, they made the move. Federica, who had been living in Australia since 2020 after leaving Italy, was convinced to shift her life to Mount Gambier to explore its winemaking potential.