The Story
Giant Steps Circle of Fifths Pinot Noir is a symphonic multi-vineyard blend that harmonizes fruit from five iconic single-vineyard sites: Applejack, Sexton, Tarraford, Primavera, and Bastard Hill. Designed to capture the collective strengths of the Yarra Valley, this expression offers a more concentrated "stuffing" than the standard regional bottling while maintaining an elegant, cool-climate profile. The winemaking typically involves a significant portion of whole-bunch fermentation and maturation in French oak puncheons, resulting in a complex bouquet of maraschino cherries, wild raspberries, and fennel seed spice. On the palate, it delivers a silken texture balanced by vibrant natural acidity and fine-grained tannins.
Description
Giant Steps Circle of Fifths Pinot Noir is a symphonic multi-vineyard blend that harmonizes fruit from five iconic single-vineyard sites: Applejack, Sexton, Tarraford, Primavera, and Bastard Hill. Designed to capture the collective strengths of the Yarra Valley, this expression offers a more concentrated "stuffing" than the standard regional bottling while maintaining an elegant, cool-climate profile. The winemaking typically involves a significant portion of whole-bunch fermentation and maturation in French oak puncheons, resulting in a complex bouquet of maraschino cherries, wild raspberries, and fennel seed spice. On the palate, it delivers a silken texture balanced by vibrant natural acidity and fine-grained tannins.
