2023 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir 750ml IGP Aude 5% abv this cask produced

5% abv this cask produced a mere 402 bottles

A soft salty mineral layer adds texture

Savoury complexing notes adds interest

this is Heathcote’s oldest producer

grilled or roast beef

2023 Giant Steps Applejack Vineyard Pinot Noir 750ml IGP Aude 5% abv this cask produced98 Points Halliday Rating, Top 100 Wines 2024, 2025 Pinot Noir of the year "Pinot Noir of the Year. Named after the Applejack eucalypts that surround the vineyard, which was planted at Gladysdale in 1997 by Ray Guerin. Seven clones comprising 114, 115, MV6, D2V5, D5V15, Pommard and Abel. Whole bunches (40%) and 20? 5% new French barriques. 2022 was a hard act to follow, but this superb wine gives it a shake. Exotic, aromatic and pure with its bouquet