Bannockburn 1314 A.D. Pinot Noir 2019

Bannockburn 1314 A.D. Pinot Noir is named for the year of the Battle of Bannockburn. They winery produces this wine with bistro lunch in their minds; stylistically fresh, vibrant and made for immediate drinking enjoyment but will also reward five to eight years cellaring. From our ‘young’ Ann’s Pinot Noir block, planted in 2003–2004 to 114, 115 and MV6 clones. Hand harvested late February to early-March. 80% destemmed into 4 ton open fermenters. Wild yeast fermentation, with 15-20 days total skin contact. Pressed to French oak hogsheads(10% new) for 8 months élevage, with a Spring malo-lactic fermentation. Bottled after light filtration November, 2019. – Bannockburn Vineyard The Finer Details Style – Red Wine Varietal – Pinot Noir Country – Australia Region – Geelong Vintage – 2019 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 13%