Pinot Gris 2022 – Black market Deal #45202

Upper Goulburn's high altitude and cool climate conditions create the perfect environment for Pinot Gris to develop its characteristic racy acidity while maintaining the varietal's natural richness. The region's temperature variations allow the grapes to ripen slowly, preserving delicate floral aromatics like apricot flowers and honeysuckle whilst developing complex citrus flavours. This cool climate focus results in wines with exceptional balance and finesse.

While Pinot Grigio typically emphasises crisp, mineral-driven characteristics, this Pinot Gris showcases the richer, more textural style that the varietal can achieve in cool Australian climates. The natural plushness mentioned in the tasting notes reflects Pinot Gris's ability to develop more body and complexity than its Italian counterpart. You'll find more pronounced fruit flavours and a rounder mouthfeel whilst still maintaining refreshing acidity.

The wine's fresh, juicy profile and yoghurt-like creaminess make it excellent with seafood dishes, particularly those with citrus-based sauces that complement the lemon and lime notes. The apricot and pear flavours pair beautifully with soft cheeses, while the racy acidity cuts through richer dishes like creamy pasta or roasted chicken. Its delicate nature also makes it perfect as an aperitif or with light Asian cuisine.

The 2022 vintage represents this wine at its peak drinking window, showcasing the fresh, vibrant characteristics that make cool climate Pinot Gris so appealing. At this age, the wine maintains its primary fruit flavours and floral aromatics whilst developing subtle complexity. The balance between the varietal's natural richness and the vintage's bright acidity creates an immediately appealing wine that demonstrates why this Victorian producer is considered an icon.

Black Market deals feature genuine wines from established producers who prefer to remain anonymous to offer exceptional value without affecting their regular retail pricing. This particular wine comes from a Victorian icon known for consistently excellent wines, meaning you're getting premium quality at a fraction of the usual cost. The mystery element doesn't compromise quality - it simply allows access to wines that would typically be priced much higher in the market.