{"product_id":"bindi-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"Bindi Block 5 Pinot Noir 2023 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBindi Block 5 Pinot Noir 2023 is a rare and beautifully detailed single vineyard Pinot Noir from one of the Macedon Ranges’ most celebrated producers. Pure red berries and rose petals are layered with darker cherry fruit, subtle earth and fine spice, while the palate is fresh, creamy, expansive and remarkably seamless. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll love this wine if you enjoy Pinot Noir with perfume, precision and genuine vineyard character. It has enough brightness and silky fruit to impress now, yet its deeper structure and fine tannins promise an even more rewarding experience with careful cellaring. Production from Block 5 is extremely limited, making this a special bottle for collectors, memorable dinners or anyone seeking one of Australia’s benchmark Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cool 2023 season produced a wine of delicacy and restraint, while exceptionally low yields helped preserve intensity, complexity and structure. The result feels refined and graceful rather than heavy, with flavours that continue to build and unfold across the palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fragrant, refined and finely structured Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Sweetness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Body:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Light to medium bodied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rose petals, raspberry and red cherry, with darker berry fruit, sweet spice, fresh herbs and subtle earthy notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh and creamy, with pure red fruit and cherry flavours gradually building across the palate. Superfine tannins and vibrant acidity provide precision, while savoury spice and darker fruit bring depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long, seamless and finely detailed, with lingering cherry, red berries, gentle herbs and powdery tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"o-p c-tasting__description-main-blurb\" data-gtm-vis-has-fired1282393_180=\"1\"\u003eHalliday Wine Companion - 97 Points \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"tastingNote\" class=\"o-p c-tasting__description-main-blurb\" data-gtm-vis-has-fired1282393_180=\"1\"\u003eEverything about this wine, I love: its elegance, its precision and definition. It feels light at first but flavours build, the cherries and pips, the sweet nutty spices, the dash of Campari and fleck of fresh herbs. It’s on the lighter side of medium bodied, with superfine, powdery tannins and matching acidity all heading to a lingering finish. Jane Faulkner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe slightly below room temperature in a generous Burgundy glass. The wine will benefit from around thirty minutes in a decanter when enjoyed young, allowing its fragrance, fruit and fine tannin structure to open.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with roast duck, quail, mushroom risotto, roast chicken, glazed pork, grilled salmon or earthy vegetable dishes. Its combination of perfume, freshness and savoury detail also makes it an excellent match for truffle, porcini mushrooms and soft washed rind cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Block 5 Vineyard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlock 5 is a tiny vineyard of approximately half a hectare, planted in 1992 directly in front of the Bindi winery. The sheltered site faces north and is planted entirely to the MV6 Pinot Noir clone, allowing the fruit to ripen slowly while retaining fragrance, acidity and detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vineyard is heavily scattered with quartz, with generally infertile soils containing shattered quartz over siltstone, sandstone and clay, together with sections of volcanic topsoil. These demanding conditions naturally restrict vine growth and yields, helping produce fruit with concentration, mineral character and fine tannin structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlock 5 typically produces darker fruit, greater spice, more earthiness and firmer structure than Bindi’s Original Vineyard Pinot Noir. It often requires additional bottle age to reveal its full suppleness and delicacy, although even in youth it shows remarkable depth and presence. Annual production generally ranges from only 150 to 200 dozen bottles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBindi follows a restrained approach designed to preserve the natural character of the vineyard. Fermentation takes place without added yeast, yeast nutrients or enzymes. The red wines are gently worked, delicately pressed and matured with minimal movement through the cellar. No fining and only restricted filtration are used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlock 5 Pinot Noir matures for approximately 15 to 17 months in French oak barrels, with around 35 percent new oak. The oak builds texture and structure without dominating the fruit, allowing the vineyard’s perfume, spice and earthy character to remain at the centre of the wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Bindi Wines And The Macedon Ranges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBindi is the Dhillon family property near Gisborne in Victoria’s Macedon Ranges, approximately 50 kilometres from Melbourne. The farm was purchased by the family during the 1950s, with Bill and Michael Dhillon establishing the first Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards in 1988.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe property covers approximately 170 hectares, although only seven hectares are planted to vines. Much of the remaining land is maintained as native grassland, remnant bushland and managed eucalypt plantation. The vineyard and winery philosophy centres on balance, purity, conservation and the clear expression of individual sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichael Dhillon worked alongside Bindi’s original winemaker Stuart Anderson before taking full responsibility for the wines in 1998. His experience includes vintages in Champagne, the Rhône Valley and Tuscany, along with extensive time studying the vineyards and producers of Burgundy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Macedon Ranges is one of mainland Australia’s coolest wine regions. Bindi’s vineyards sit at approximately 500 metres above sea level, where cool nights and a long growing season help Pinot Noir develop perfume, fine acidity, savoury complexity and excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlock 5 is Bindi’s flagship Pinot Noir and was elevated to the highest tier of the eighth Langton’s Classification. Only 21 Australian wines were included in this leading category, reflecting the label’s strong reputation, proven ageing ability and enduring collector demand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of a tiny half hectare vineyard, very small production and a highly regarded cool season vintage makes the 2023 release particularly appealing for collectors. This is a wine that clearly reflects its vineyard and should continue developing for many years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wine may be enjoyed now after decanting, particularly for its pure red fruit, rose perfume and creamy texture. Bindi recommends at least seven years of further development for the wine to approach its best, with the vineyard’s history suggesting it will continue drinking beautifully well beyond that point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCellar under suitable conditions until approximately 2038 or longer. Over time, expect the fresh berries and florals to evolve towards deeper cherry, forest floor, dried herbs, spice and earthy complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bindi Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClone:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e MV6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Macedon Ranges, Victoria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Block 5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fragrant and finely structured single vineyard Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Sweetness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Body:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Light to medium bodied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately half a hectare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard Planted:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1992\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard Elevation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 500 metres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOak Maturation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 15 to 17 months in French oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Oak:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 35 percent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13.5 percent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Diam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkhill Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Pack Size 1","offer_id":47821427081433,"sku":null,"price":199.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/8015\/9961\/files\/Bindi_Block_5_Pinot_Noir_2023.png?v=1785041239","url":"https:\/\/parkhillcellars.com.au\/products\/bindi-block-5-pinot-noir-750ml","provider":"Parkhill Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}