Bannockburn Serre Pinot Noir 2024 is a masterclass in complexity and concentration, crafted from one of Australia’s most historic and revered Pinot Noir vineyards. This certified organic wine originates from the Estate’s iconic Serré block, planted in 1984 and extended in 1986, making it likely the oldest high-density Pinot Noir planting in the country. The 1.2 hectares of own-rooted MV6 clone vines thrive in volcanic basalt and limestone-rich soils, imparting a distinct mineral backbone and exceptional depth.
With a meticulous winemaking approach, the fruit is fully destemmed and fermented on skins for 10 days before aging in French oak hogsheads, 40% of which are new. The wine then matures on lees until February 2025, enhancing its texture and complexity. The 2024 vintage reveals a wine of quiet power and intense old vine concentration, tightly coiled in its youth but promising remarkable evolution as layers unfold over time.
Tasting notes highlight characteristic dark fruits intertwined with alluring savory spice and herbal nuances, delivering a multi-layered palate that clings with velcro-like persistence. This Pinot Noir embodies the unique terroir of Geelong’s Bannockburn region, known for producing powerful, deeply flavored, and long-lived wines that reward patient cellaring.
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Historic vineyard: Serré, planted in 1984 and 1986, representing Australia’s oldest high-density Pinot Noir planting.
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Exceptional terroir: Volcanic, basalt and limestone-rich soils contribute to the wine’s powerful structure and complexity.
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2024 vintage: A wine of intense concentration and quiet power, promising graceful development and layered expression.
Bannockburn Serre Pinot Noir 2024 stands as a remarkable expression of old vine depth and regional character, crafted for those who appreciate Pinot Noir with presence, power, and longevity.
