{"product_id":"william-downie-gippsland-pinot-noir","title":"William Downie Gippsland Pinot Noir 2025 750ml","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"106\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSought after Gippsland Pinot with cherry, raspberry, spice and savoury mineral depth.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"4e62oz\" data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eAbout The Wine \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"433\"\u003eWilliam Downie Gippsland Pinot Noir 2025 is a beautifully expressive Victorian Pinot from one of Australia’s most respected Pinot Noir makers. Deeply coloured yet finely detailed, this release shows the energy, texture and savoury complexity that has made William Downie’s wines so sought after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eThe 2025 Gippsland Pinot brings together bright red and dark berry fruit, floral lift, spice and a subtle mineral edge. It is round and textured on the palate, with noticeable tannin and impressive length, a brilliant bottle for Pinot lovers and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1krg0gn\" data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"730\"\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherry, raspberry, blackcurrant, cardamom, rose petals, violets and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"825\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textured and rounded, with red and dark berry fruit, rusted iron, fine savoury detail and a gentle briny edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"949\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and complex, with lingering berry fruit, spice, mineral freshness and structured tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eThe Wine Front - 94 Points \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSweeping, squeaky texture, darker fruit spectrum, seamless integration of white mushroom, undergrowth and brambly herbal inflection. Bold perfume, quite a bit of flavour too, fine, grainy tannin landing well. Licks of saline minerality, some salted liquorice characters lending x-factor and a dose of sour cherry through the finish. Quite strict in a way, needing some tuime to unfurl. Serious pinot. - Mike Bennie \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"4cmpsb\" data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eServe slightly below room temperature or lightly chilled. Enjoy with duck, roast chicken, mushroom risotto, charcuterie, pork, lamb, grilled salmon, earthy vegetable dishes or soft cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1c0d9zw\" data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eAbout the Winery \/ Producer \/ Region\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003eWilliam Downie is one of Australia’s leading Pinot Noir specialists, known for producing small batch, site driven wines with depth, texture and a strong sense of place. His approach focuses on careful vineyard selection, gentle handling and allowing each region to speak clearly through the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003eGippsland is one of Victoria’s most exciting cool climate Pinot Noir regions, producing wines with aromatic lift, savoury complexity, fine tannins and natural freshness. The 2025 Gippsland release is a blend from Matthews Vineyard in Berrys Creek and Guendulain Farm in Yarragon, bringing together volcanic soil influence, high density plantings and the layered character of this distinctive Victorian region. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"7p6opv\" data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003eEnjoy now for its vivid berry fruit, floral aromatics and textured palate, or cellar for around 5 to 8 years to develop more savoury, earthy and mineral complexity. The 2025 release has the tannin, depth and length to reward careful cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"4dkazj\" data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003eWilliam Downie Pinot Noir is highly regarded among Australian Pinot collectors, and the Gippsland bottling is a standout for those seeking small production, regionally expressive Victorian Pinot with genuine ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1dr5t50\" data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2592\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e William Downie\u003cbr data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003cbr data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2642\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Noir\u003cbr data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gippsland, Victoria\u003cbr data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003cbr data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkhill Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Pack Size 1","offer_id":47804525641945,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/8015\/9961\/files\/William_Downie_Gippsland_Pinot_Noir_2025_750ml.png?v=1778385018","url":"https:\/\/parkhillcellars.com.au\/products\/william-downie-gippsland-pinot-noir","provider":"Parkhill Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}