Critics Ratings

‘This is a beautiful Pinot Noir, with loads of earthy tones joined by baking spice and ripe black cherry, plum and wild strawberry. It boasts a subtle chocolaty accent, and just a hint of roasty, coffee character, but it's not overly rich or decadent. The palate is silky and smooth, with bright acidity to lift the ripe berry tones and lend freshness to the layered finish. Touches of peppery spice and forest floor unfold on the back.’ - Lauren Buzzeo, Wine Enthusiast, 95/100 (Sept 2020)

'Single 2.5 ha, high vineyard, one of 2 best ‘cru’ bottlings (CWG other). Aptly named site. 2017 granite/clay’s more muscular structure, denser fruit: morello cherries, berry compote alongside earth, mineral notes. Palate savoury, tannins promise long future.’ - Platter’s SA Wine Guide 2019, 4.5* (94/100)

‘There are two Windansea bottlings in 2017 - this is the larger of the pair - from the same 2.5-hectare block. It’s a powerful Pinot from north-facing vines on clay, with 40% whole bunches adding more structure. Serious, complex stuff. 2020-28.’ - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2018, 93/100

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