Elegant, Silky, and Quintessentially Bellarine - A Pinot Noir of Finesse and Depth!
Banks Road Pinot Noir 2024 captures the cool-climate sophistication of Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula. A beautifully balanced wine from one of the region’s rising stars, it marries purity of fruit with gentle oak influence to create a Pinot that’s both vibrant and complex. Crafted in small batches with minimal intervention, this is a true expression of terroir-driven winemaking.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Fragrant red cherry, wild strawberry, and hints of rose petal and spice.
Palate: Silky and refined, showing bright red fruits, subtle forest floor, and fine oak integration.
Finish: Long, savoury, and textural with elegant tannins and a mineral edge.
Food Pairing / Serving Suggestions
Perfect with roast duck, mushroom risotto, or seared tuna. Also shines with charcuterie or earthy vegetarian dishes. Serve lightly chilled to highlight its delicate aromatics.
About the Winery
Banks Road Wines, a boutique, family-owned estate on Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula, produces handcrafted wines from sustainably managed vineyards. Founded by Will and Avanelle Derham, the winery focuses on low-intervention methods to allow the purity and texture of the fruit to shine through. Their wines consistently showcase the cool-climate elegance and maritime freshness that define the Bellarine region.
Cellaring Potential
Drink now for its vibrancy or cellar to 2030 for added savoury depth and complexity.
Collector’s Note
Previous Banks Road Pinot Noir vintages have earned 95-point ratings from the Halliday Wine Companion and Gold medals at Victorian Wine Shows, solidifying the label’s reputation as one of the Bellarine’s finest boutique producers. The 2024 release continues that excellence with balance, poise, and depth.
Details
Winery: Banks Road Wines
Vintage: 2024
Variety: Pinot Noir
Region: Bellarine Peninsula, Victoria, Australia
Classification: Premium Cool-Climate Red Wine
Certifications: Sustainable Vineyard Practices