Tread Softly Pinot Noir

Summary: Tread Softly is a contemporary range of wines seeking to deliver delicious, intensely flavored wines that are naturally medium weighted and moderate in alcohol. By using more sustainable vineyard management and wine-making techniques to ensure their production has had a minimal impact to the environment. Tread Softly is committed to reducing their carbon footprint and so commits to planting an Australian Native Tree for every 6pk sold.

Vineyards: Sourced from established vineyards of the rich soils of the border of Victoria and South Australia. The vines are mostly dry-grown and utilize expert canopy management to help to control ripening and vigor. 

Winemaking: Harvested in the cool of the morning to avoid the warmer temperatures of the day. The fruit is quickly delivered to the winery for destemming and crushing prior to a regular fermentation in stainless steel tank. The wine is aerated and temp controlled for an even ferment and then spends 3 months in tank on solids prior to bottling and an early release. 

Vintage 2022: 2022 will probably be remembered as wet in most parts of Australia. However, in inland vineyards the rain did not hinder, rather it helped vines stay healthy and created favorable conditions for a modest and favorable crop across much of the country. Overall quality was up but yields were down.   

Tasting Note: A vibrant and fresh pinot It displays black cherry, strawberry, and subtle spice characters that are medium to light in feel but energetic and long in flavor. Soft integrated tannins provide structure whilst bright acidity drives the fresh finish. Perfect with mushroom and taleggio risotto.

Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Wine of Australia
Winemaker: Corey Ryan
Closure: Screwcap
Alcohol: 10.8%