Piccadilly Valley Pinot Noir

Ashton Hills has established an enviable reputation in the world of Pinot Noir , South Australia’s most revered producer in that field, sourcing from its home territory of the high altitude Piccadilly Valley in the Adelaide Hills. This first step into their portfolio takes in fruit from several vineyards, while its Estate and Reserve iterations are solely from its own blocks. 2025 was a warmer ripening season so the aromas and flavours are well expressed, earthly and minerally, cherry crush, tonic bitters, spicy peppery and mouthwatering. Winemaker Liam Van Pelt suggests the PV Pinot is not one to ponder too deeply – it’s the Ashton Hills wine for pure pleasure. Agreed.

This is an excellent wine with real clarity of fruit and precision, showing underlying power and generosity. Aromas of wild red berries, spices, earth, mushrooms, potpourri, citrus peel and river stones. The palate has ultra-refined tannins and a plush, rounded mouthfeel, bringing depth of flavor, focused acidity and a spice- and earth-driven finish. Excellent. Drink or hold. Screw cap.