{"title":"Crittenden Estate | Mornington Peninsula","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrittenden Estate is one of the Mornington Peninsula’s pioneering family wineries, established by Garry Crittenden in 1982. Garry was among the first to recognise the Peninsula’s potential for cool-climate varieties, and among the first in Australia to champion Italian varieties as a serious alternative to the mainstream — a conviction that has shaped the estate’s identity ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe estate produces two distinct ranges. The Crittenden Estate range focuses on the Mornington Peninsula’s signature varieties — Pinot Noir and Chardonnay — expressing the maritime cool-climate character of the region with elegance and precision. The Pinocchio range is dedicated to Italian varieties: Sangiovese, Pinot Grigio, Arneis and others, sourced from the King Valley and Mornington Peninsula, made in a style that is approachable, food-friendly and true to the varieties’ Italian origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRollo Crittenden now leads winemaking, continuing the family’s commitment to variety-driven, terroir-honest wines from one of Victoria’s most distinctive wine regions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"crittenden-pinocchio-sangiovese-2024-king-valley","title":"Crittenden Pinocchio Sangiovese 2024 | King Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrittenden Pinocchio Sangiovese 2024 from King Valley offers vibrant berries, morello cherries, and crisp acidity with structured tannins. This elegant Australian Sangiovese delivers refined balance and a lengthy, dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Crittenden Pinocchio Sangiovese displays a brilliant ruby-red colour with garnet highlights, reflecting the wine's youthful vibrancy and King Valley origins. The medium-depth hue hints at the wine's elegant structure and the cool-climate character that defines this exceptional vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose reveals vibrant notes of fresh red berries, particularly raspberry and strawberry, intertwined with morello cherries and subtle hints of dried herbs. Delicate floral undertones of violet emerge alongside whispers of earthy spice, black tea, and a touch of Mediterranean scrub. The aromatic profile is fresh, inviting, and quintessentially Sangiovese in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, Pinocchio delivers bright berry flavours with morello cherry at its core, complemented by subtle notes of red plum and cranberry. The wine's medium body showcases refined balance between fruit intensity and savoury complexity, with hints of dried herbs and earthy minerality adding depth. Crisp acidity provides structure and freshness, whilst structured tannins offer grip without harshness. The lengthy, dry finish features lingering cherry notes, subtle spice, and elegant tannin integration that promises excellent food pairing versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePairs With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis King Valley Sangiovese pairs beautifully with \u003cstrong\u003eItalian cuisine\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly \u003cstrong\u003etomato-based pasta dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003epizza Margherita\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its acidity complements the tomato's natural tartness. \u003cstrong\u003eGrilled lamb chops\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eherb-crusted pork\u003c\/strong\u003e work wonderfully with the wine's structured tannins, whilst \u003cstrong\u003eaged Parmesan\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003echarcuterie boards\u003c\/strong\u003e create elegant pairings for casual entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crittenden Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46869809627385,"sku":"9334393000608-2024","price":21.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/crittenden-estate-pinocchio-king-valley-sangiovese-2024.jpg?v=1758503618"}],"url":"https:\/\/winesellersdirect.com.au\/collections\/crittenden-estate-mornington-peninsula.oembed","provider":"Wine Sellers Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}