{"title":"Ninth Island | Tasmania","description":"\u003cp\u003eNinth Island is the approachable, fruit-driven wine label from Kreglinger Wine Estates, produced at the Pipers Brook winery in northern Tasmania. Named after the windswept seabird sanctuary that sits alone in Bass Strait off Tasmania's north-east coast, the range captures the freshness, purity and maritime character of the island's cool-climate vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNinth Island wines are sourced from two of northern Tasmania's most distinctive vineyard sites — Pipers Brook in the northeast, close to Bass Strait and subject to strong maritime influences, and Strathlynn in the Tamar Valley, 70km to the southwest. The contrast between Ferrosol volcanic soils at Pipers Brook and Vertosol black cracking clay in the Tamar Valley adds complexity across the range. Wines are fermented in stainless steel without oak to preserve the vibrant fruit character and natural acidity that define the Ninth Island style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNinth Island offers an accessible introduction to Tasmanian cool-climate wine from one of the island's founding producers. The range spans Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and traditional-method sparkling wines — each reflecting the freshness and precision of the Pipers River Region at an everyday price point. Many of the estate's key vineyard blocks are now more than 30 years old, producing wines with genuine depth and concentration despite their approachable style.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ninth-island-tasmanian-sparkling-cuvee-nv-750ml","title":"Ninth Island Tasmanian Sparkling Cuvée NV 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eNinth Island Tasmanian Sparkling Cuvée NV is a bottle-fermented sparkling wine from Kreglinger Wine Estates, blended from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grown in the Pipers River Region of northern Tasmania. Apéritif in style and classic in execution, it combines the freshness and aromatic lift of cool-climate Tasmanian fruit with the creaminess and complexity that bottle ageing delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright and luminous with a fine, persistent bead and the clarity and precision that cool-climate fruit and careful bottle ageing deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFragrant and fresh — citrus zest, vanilla and white flowers with vibrant fruit character. The cool maritime influence of the Pipers River Region is evident in the wine's aromatic freshness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePalate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLayered and elegant — lemon curd from the Chardonnay and delicate strawberry from the Pinot Noir, balanced by creamy notes from bottle ageing and the refreshing natural acidity that the Pipers River Region is renowned for. Delicate yet complex, with a clean and lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the Pipers River Region. Whole bunch pressed to extract delicate juice. Cool fermented to retain fruit character. Secondary fermentation in bottle. Aged on lees for creamy complexity and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Region\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSourced from the Pipers River Region in northern Tasmania, close to Bass Strait and subject to strong maritime influences. Cool temperatures and long growing seasons allow fruit to ripen slowly while retaining the natural acidity and aromatic freshness that define Tasmanian sparkling wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNon-vintage. Enjoy on release for best freshness and fruit character. Serve at 6–8°C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ninth Island","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42536849047801,"sku":"9315314960614","price":22.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/products\/ninth-island-tasmania-sparkling-cuvee-nv.jpg?v=1656658299"},{"product_id":"ninth-island-pinot-noir-2025-tasmania","title":"Kreglinger Ninth Island Pinot Noir 2025 | Tasmania","description":"\u003cp\u003eNinth Island is the approachable, cool-climate range from Kreglinger Wine Estates, created to showcase Tasmania's distinctive maritime wine regions through fresh, fruit-driven styles designed for early enjoyment. The 2025 Pinot Noir is sourced from two of northern Tasmania's most distinctive vineyard sites — Pipers Brook in the northeast and Strathlynn in the Tamar Valley — grown on 30-year-old vines and bottled early under screwcap to preserve aromatic freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eClear, bright ruby with a fresh, luminous rim and the translucent quality of cool-climate Pinot Noir from volcanic and clay soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLifted and fragrant — fresh raspberry and boysenberry lead with red cherry and a subtle thread of earthy spice. The cool maritime influence of the Pipers Brook site is evident in the wine's aromatic precision and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePalate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenerous and fruit-forward with cherry and mixed berry fruit across a soft, velvety mid-palate. Hints of dark chocolate add depth without weight. Smooth tannins and a clean, persistent finish with lingering red fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvested during cool early morning temperatures. Destemmed and cold soaked for 2–3 days before fermentation at 25–30°C in stainless steel. Full malolactic fermentation. Bottled early under screwcap to preserve aromatic freshness and vibrant fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Region\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSourced from Pipers Brook in Tasmania's northeast — close to Bass Strait and subject to strong maritime influences — and Strathlynn in the Tamar Valley, 70km to the southwest. Pipers Brook features Ferrosol volcanic soils; Tamar Valley sites are Vertosol black cracking clay. Both offer excellent water-holding capacity. 30-year-old vines on VSP trellis. Low yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 growing season in northern Tasmania delivered the cool, maritime conditions that define the region's Pinot Noir character. Consistent temperatures through the season allowed slow, even ripening across both sites, preserving natural acidity and aromatic freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrink now to 2029. Best enjoyed young to preserve vibrant fruit character. 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