2024 Pinot Noir

2024 Ringer Reef Pinot Noir

2024 Ringer Reef Pinot Noir is a dry, light-bodied red wine from Victoria’s Alpine Valleys. It has lifted strawberry and spice aromas that carry through the palate, with silky tannins, gentle acidity and a soft, elegant finish.

The oak flavour is not dominant, but time in older French oak barrels helps shape the palate, adding texture and length without covering up the fruit. It is a lovely choice for people who enjoy lighter red wines, especially with duck, mushroom dishes, roast chicken, pork, salmon, charcuterie, soft cheese or a Tuesday night dinner that deserves something a little nicer.

Wine details

Vintage: 2024
Region: Alpine Valleys, Victoria
Variety/style: Pinot Noir
Producer: Ringer Reef Winery
Grown/made by: Holm family, Porepunkah
Alcohol: 13.5%
Body: Light
Sweetness: Dry
Acidity: Gentle
Tannin: Silky
Tasting notes: Lifted strawberry, spice, red fruits, gentle oak
Winemaking: Cold soaked, with 5% whole bunches, then matured for 12 months in second-use French hogsheads
Best served: At room temperature, or lightly chilled for 30 minutes before serving on a warm day
Food pairing: Duck, mushroom dishes, roast chicken, pork, salmon, charcuterie, soft cheese
Occasion: Tuesday night dinners, cooler evenings, long lunches, meals with friends, autumn meals, gifts for Pinot Noir lovers
Cellaring: Best enjoyed before 2030
Bottle size: 750ml
Price: $35 AUD

Best for

This wine is a good choice if you are looking for:

• a dry Victorian Pinot Noir

• a light-bodied red wine from the Alpine Valleys

• an Australian Pinot Noir under $40

• a red wine to serve with duck, mushrooms or roast chicken

• a lighter red wine for warm days

• a Pinot Noir with strawberry and spice notes

• a soft, silky red wine for dinner at home

• a small-batch Pinot Noir from a family-run winery in Porepunkah

FAQs

Is this Pinot Noir dry or sweet?
This is a dry Pinot Noir with lifted strawberry and spice aromas, gentle acidity and silky tannins.

What does this Pinot Noir taste like?
It is light, soft and aromatic, with strawberry, red fruit and spice notes. The oak is not dominant, but it helps shape the palate and adds gentle length.

Is this Pinot Noir oaky?
Not in a big or obvious way. It spent 12 months in second-use French hogsheads, which means the oak influence is more about texture, shape and length than strong oak flavour.

What are whole bunches, and why are they used?
Whole bunches means some of the grape bunches were included in the ferment with their stems. In this wine, only 5% whole bunches were used, adding a little floral lift, spice and soft tannins. 

What food does this Pinot Noir go with?
It pairs beautifully with duck, mushroom dishes, roast chicken, pork, salmon, charcuterie and soft cheese.

Where is this wine from?
This wine is made by Ringer Reef Winery in Porepunkah, in Victoria’s Alpine Valleys wine region.

Should Pinot Noir be served chilled?
Serve it at room temperature. On a warm day, pop it in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving so it feels fresh and bright in the glass.

Can I cellar this Pinot Noir?
Yes. It will be best enjoyed before 2030.

Is this a good everyday red wine?
Yes. It has enough elegance for a special meal, but it is also soft, light and easy enough for a Tuesday night dinner at home.

If you like this Pinot Noir, you may also enjoy:

• 2022 Sparkling Pinot Chardonnay, for a dry traditional method sparkling wine with crisp apple, brioche and creaminess

• 2023 Chardonnay, for a dry, medium to full-bodied white wine with subtle stonefruit, creamy texture and delicate oak

• 2023 Sangiovese, for a savoury red wine with Italian charm and food-friendly structure

• 2024 Merlot, for a soft, generous red wine with gentle fruit and easy-drinking appeal