Garagiste - 2024 Merricks Pinot Noir Low Alcohol understanding that they produce flavours

understanding that they produce flavours that best represent the region and evoke more energy and emotion in the final distillation

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and while it remains firmly rooted in the Adelaide Hills

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Garagiste - 2024 Merricks Pinot Noir Low Alcohol understanding that they produce flavoursThe 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