Bright, silky Yarra Valley Pinot Noir from Hazeldene Vineyard with red-fruit purity and savoury spice.
Oakridge Hazeldene Pinot Noir 2022 is a single vineyard Yarra Valley Pinot that leans into perfume, purity and fine-boned structure. It’s vibrant and lucid rather than heavy, with juicy red fruits, subtle spice and a gently savoury edge that keeps the palate tight and moreish. Expect a glossy, pretty expression that still carries serious vineyard definition.
Halliday Wine Companion - 95 Points
From '98 plantings of MV6 at Gladysdale; 30% whole bunches. Matured in 300L and 500L casks (less than 10% new). Pretty and delicate with its aromas of alpine strawberries, rose petal and spice. More depth than the '21. Impeccably balanced and light on its feet, fine grained and ever so gently chewy tannins round out a wine that's approachable now but will keep. Philip Rich
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Alpine strawberry, red cherry and raspberry with rose petal, forest floor and spice.
Palate: Bright red fruits (raspberry, dark cherry, pomegranate) layered with earthy/savoury nuances and fine, silky tannins.
Finish: Clean, persistent and savoury with gentle spice and freshness.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 14–16°C. A short decant (or 20 minutes in the glass) helps the aromatics and savoury detail open up.
About the Winery / Producer / Region
Oakridge is a leading Yarra Valley producer known for site-specific wines that match variety to vineyard. The Hazeldene bottling sits within Oakridge’s single vineyard “Vineyard Series”, spotlighting distinct sites and regional clarity.
Cellaring Potential
Enjoy now for vibrancy and perfume, or cellar confidently through 2032 as it develops more earth, spice and secondary complexity.
Collector’s Note
Oakridge has an exceptional modern track record, including Halliday Wine Companion “Top 100 Wineries” #1 (2023) and The Real Review “Winery of the Year” (2023).
Details
Winery: Oakridge
Wine: Hazeldene Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2022
Variety: Pinot Noir
Region: Yarra Valley, Victoria
Classification/Style: Single Vineyard Pinot Noir