{"product_id":"giant-steps-applejack-vineyard-pinot-noir-2023","title":"Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Halliday Wine Companion - 2024 Pinot Noir of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Halliday Wine Companion 'Winery of the Year'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Applejack vineyard is without a doubt one of the greatest sites for pinot in Australia. The higher altitude results in a cooler and extended growing season, ideally suited to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay (3-4 weeks later than central Yarra Valley). Applejack Vineyard is located on a dramatic slope and is closely planted and fastidiously managed. The basalt based underlying volcanic soil and rock produce a characteristically fine yet extended, spicy and firm palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Applejack vineyard is without a doubt one of the greatest sites for pinot in Australia. The higher altitude results in a cooler and extended growing season, ideally suited to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay (3-4 weeks later than central Yarra Valley).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2023 was a small, high-quality vintage in the Yarra Valley. The season was defined by a cool Spring, a mild growing season, cool nights, and medium to high rainfall. 2023 was one of the coolest and latest harvests on record, with our first pick starting two and a half weeks later than the previous average. The grapes in 2023 had lovely fruit concentration with bright natural acidities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giant Steps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45941500117240,"sku":"12757","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/2712\/5752\/files\/11039-NV.png?v=1737977724","url":"https:\/\/checkout.reservecellar.com.au\/products\/giant-steps-applejack-vineyard-pinot-noir-2023","provider":"Reserve Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}