Garagiste - 2024 Merricks Pinot Noir Low Alcohol 40% whole-bunch ferment

40% whole-bunch ferment

By virtue of hard work and passion

and while it remains firmly rooted in the Adelaide Hills

Kindzmarauli

The remaining 75% is aged in concrete tanks

Garagiste - 2024 Merricks Pinot Noir Low Alcohol 40% whole-bunch fermentThe Pinot vines at Merricks are 28 years old and sit on grey loams and red ferrosols, but with a north facing aspect. Yields were slightly higher than in 2023, and the fruits integrity meant it retained balance with Barneys preferred inclusion of 33% bunches. The winemaking is, as always, pretty hands off: natural fermentation as bunches and whole berries, with gentle extraction and 10 months in 20% new oak. Barneys touch with whole bunches is notable