Thick as Thieves Levings Pinot Noir 2021 is a refined cool‑climate expression that merges meticulous whole bunch winemaking with Yarra Valley’s fine clay terroir.
Hand-picked from their Home Block vineyard, this 2021 Levings was crafted via four open‑pot ferments, averaging 70% whole‑bunch, spending 22 days on skins, and matured in 25% new French oak. It scored a stunning 95 points from The Wine Front’s Gary Walsh and was praised for its cherry, strawberry, spice, and perfume, with coffee-bean earthiness, graphite-like tannins, cool acidity, and a long, spicy finish.Pair with Duck breast, mushroom risotto, roasted chicken, or aged cheese platters.
Serving Tip: Decant for 30+ minutes and serve at 15–17 °C to fully express its aromatics and structure.
Style: Cool‑climate Pinot Noir
Region: Yarra Valley, VIC (Home Block, fine clay soils)
Vintage: 2021
ABV: Approx. 13.3%
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Blueberry, strawberry, violet, orange peel, with earthy spice, cedar and reduction
Palate: Medium-bodied yet structured—dense red and blue fruit core, fleshy mid-palate, fine graphite tannins, vibrant acidity, savory orange-fennel spice, reminiscent of Barbaresco elegance
Finish: Long and complex, with lingering spice, earthiness, and perfumed florals