Banks Road Yarram Creek Pinot Noir 2023 | Bellarine Peninsula

Banks Road Yarram Creek Pinot Noir 2023 is a classic cool-climate expression from the Bellarine Peninsula — Bellarine-sourced fruit made at Banks Road Vineyard in Marcus Hill, a family-owned, small production winery established in 2002 by William and Avanelle Derham. Classic Pinot Noir aromas of rich cherry and berries with some maturation in French oak; great complexity on the palate with flavours of fruit and spice; and lasting soft tannins that make this an easy drinking style to enjoy over the next few years. A direct expression of the Bellarine Peninsula’s cool climate, maritime influence, and the low-yielding, minimal-intervention philosophy that defines Banks Road.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Bright, clear ruby — the elegant, inviting colour of a cool-climate Bellarine Peninsula Pinot Noir of genuine character and precision, with the clarity and depth that Banks Road’s low-yielding vines and careful, minimal-intervention winemaking deliver.

Aroma

Classic and immediately appealing — rich cherry and berries lead with freshness and fruit intensity, with the subtle complexity of French oak maturation adding warmth and depth. A nose of genuine cool-climate Pinot Noir character and Bellarine Peninsula distinction.

Palate

Elegant and complex — fruit and spice carry through a palate of genuine depth and balance, with lasting soft tannins providing structure and an easy, approachable finish. The cool climate conditions, maritime influence, and low-yielding vines of the Bellarine Peninsula are evident in every sip.

Pairs With

Banks Road Yarram Creek Pinot Noir 2023 pairs beautifully with duck confit, salmon, mushroom risotto, roasted chicken, and charcuterie — a versatile, food-friendly cool-climate Pinot Noir of genuine Bellarine Peninsula character.