Bellbrae Estate

Bellbrae Estate Bird Rock Pinot Noir 2024 | Bellarine Peninsula

Name: Bellbrae Estate Bird Rock Pinot Noir 2024 | Bellarine Peninsula
Brand: Bellbrae Estate
SKU: 9357420000020-2024
Price: 36.99 AUD
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Bellbrae Estate Bird Rock Pinot Noir 2024 – exceptional Australian pinot noir from Geelong's Bellarine Peninsula. The 2024 vintage has a very pure nose of violets, raspberry and florals with a silky, long palate. With fine-grained tannins and natural acidity, the palate is exceptionally long with great fruit to finish.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Bright ruby red with garnet highlights and excellent clarity.

Aroma

Very pure nose showcasing delicate violets, fresh raspberry and elegant floral notes. Subtle hints of red cherry, wild strawberry and earthy undertones characteristic of cool-climate Geelong pinot noir add complexity and refinement.

Palate

Silky, long palate with fine-grained tannins and vibrant natural acidity. Exceptionally long finish with great fruit purity, displaying layers of raspberry, cherry and subtle spice. The wine shows beautiful balance between elegance and intensity, with a refined texture that speaks to the quality of the Bellarine Peninsula terroir.

Pairs With

This elegant pinot noir pairs beautifully with roasted duck, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, charcuterie boards, aged cheeses, or slow-cooked lamb shoulder.

A wine to savour now or will reward careful cellaring until 2036. Bellbrae Estate's Bird Rock vineyard benefits from the cool maritime climate of the Bellarine Peninsula in Geelong, where coastal breezes and ancient soils create ideal conditions for producing refined, expressive pinot noir with exceptional ageing potential.

Wine Specifications

Variety: Pinot Noir

Size: 750mL

Region: Bellarine Peninsula

ABV: 13.5%

Vintage: 2024

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Winery & Vintage Info

Winemaking Notes

The grapes were hand-harvested at optimal ripeness and carefully sorted before gentle destemming. Fermentation took place in small open-top fermenters with a combination of whole berries and crushed fruit to develop complexity whilst preserving the delicate aromatics. The wine was aged in French oak barrels, with a judicious proportion of new oak to add structure without overwhelming the pure fruit character. Minimal intervention winemaking techniques were employed to showcase the exceptional quality of the Bellarine Peninsula fruit.

Vintage Conditions

The 2024 vintage in Geelong's Bellarine Peninsula was characterised by ideal growing conditions that produced wines of exceptional purity and balance. Warm, sunny days were tempered by cool maritime breezes from Bass Strait, allowing the grapes to develop concentrated flavours whilst retaining natural acidity and elegant tannin structure. The extended ripening period enabled full phenolic maturity, resulting in pinot noir with remarkable depth, silky texture and outstanding ageing potential. The combination of ancient volcanic soils, cool-climate viticulture and sustainable vineyard practices produced wines with exceptional varietal character and sense of place.