{"title":"ELANTO VINEYARD","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eElanto Vineyard is one of Australia’s most exciting new wine estates, located in Balnarring on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria. Founded by renowned vigneron Sandro Mosele and backed by Elizabeth and Tony Todaro, Elanto has quickly gained national recognition for its uncompromising focus on vineyard quality and terroir expression. The estate was named Best New Winery in the 2026 Halliday Wine Companion Awards. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eEstablished in 2018, Elanto is home to one of Australia’s largest and most ambitious high-density vineyards, planted exclusively to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. With more than 11,000 vines per hectare—around four times the density of a typical Australian vineyard—the project draws inspiration from the great vineyards of Burgundy and is designed to maximise site expression and fruit concentration. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003eThe vineyard benefits from the cool maritime climate of the Mornington Peninsula, with views across Western Port Bay and diverse geological formations that have been carefully mapped into individual vineyard parcels. This meticulous approach allows Elanto to produce wines with exceptional precision, complexity, and regional character. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003eElanto Vineyard is particularly known for its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The Chardonnays display citrus, white peach, mineral tension, and remarkable purity, while the Pinot Noirs offer red cherry, raspberry, spice, floral notes, and refined tannins. The winemaking philosophy focuses on minimal intervention and vineyard expression, resulting in wines that combine power, elegance, and age-worthiness. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003eAs one of the most innovative producers on the Mornington Peninsula, Elanto Vineyard represents the future of Australian fine wine, producing small-batch wines that have quickly attracted the attention of collectors, sommeliers, and wine enthusiasts across Australia and beyond. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003eShop Elanto Vineyard wines online at Wine More Cellars Australia. We offer a carefully curated selection of premium Mornington Peninsula wines, including Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Australia’s leading cool-climate producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003eAustralia-wide shipping available, with free delivery on eligible orders over $199.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2024-elanto-vineyard-pinot-noir","title":"2024 Elanto Vineyard Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"614\" data-start=\"39\"\u003eThe 2024 Elanto Vineyard Pinot Noir is one of the most exciting new releases from the Mornington Peninsula and a wine that has quickly established cult status among Australian Pinot Noir collectors. Founded by Elizabeth and Tony Todaro with renowned winemaker Sandro Mosele, Elanto is based in Balnarring and planted at an extraordinary density of over 11,000 vines per hectare—approximately four times the regional norm. This Burgundian-inspired approach produces naturally low yields, concentration and exceptional vineyard expression. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1124\" data-start=\"616\"\u003eThe 2024 release is a blend of five individual Pinot Noir parcels—Vertex, Ironstone, Chicory, Kilnside and Basalt—each harvested and vinified separately before final blending. Fermentation occurred naturally in concrete tanks with a small proportion of whole bunches, followed by maturation in French oak barriques, approximately 25% new. The high-density vineyard plantings provide abundant natural tannin, allowing for gentle extraction and preserving aromatic purity. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1474\" data-start=\"1126\"\u003eThe nose is intensely perfumed and complex, offering wild strawberry, dark cherry and raspberry layered with autumn leaves, rose petal, chinotto, rhubarb and exotic spice. The aromatic profile is remarkably sophisticated for such a young wine, combining floral lift with earthy Mornington Peninsula complexity. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1979\" data-start=\"1476\"\u003eOn the palate, it is medium-bodied yet impressively structured, with vibrant acidity and finely detailed chalky tannins framing the fruit. Flavours of wild berries, dark cherry, spice and savoury earth unfold across a beautifully balanced framework. There is depth, energy and a subtle amaro-like bitterness on the finish that adds complexity and length. Jane Faulkner awarded the wine 97 points, praising its poise, integrated oak and significant ageing potential. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2364\" data-start=\"1981\"\u003eDespite being only the second Pinot Noir release from Elanto, the wine has already drawn comparisons with some of the Mornington Peninsula’s elite producers. Critics have highlighted its remarkable maturity, complexity and site expression, while Elanto itself was named Halliday Wine Companion's Best New Winery shortly after its debut releases. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2393\" data-start=\"2366\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2391\" data-start=\"2366\"\u003eBen’s Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"3147\" data-start=\"2395\"\u003eAt Wine More Cellars, this is one of the most exciting new Australian Pinot Noir projects we have seen in years. Compared to many Mornington Peninsula Pinots, Elanto shows greater structure and tannin definition thanks to its ultra-high-density vineyard design. Compared to Central Otago Pinot Noir, it is more savoury and mineral-driven; compared to Burgundy, it combines New World fruit purity with a distinctly Old World sense of restraint and complexity. The 2024 vintage is a serious collector’s wine that dramatically overdelivers for a second release. Drink from 2026 onwards or cellar comfortably for 10–15+ years. 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Crafted by renowned winemaker Sandro Mosele, Elanto has quickly become one of Australia's most talked-about vineyard projects, earning \u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eHalliday Wine Companion's Best New Winery 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e shortly after its inaugural releases. The vineyard at Balnarring was planted in 2018 at an extraordinary density of 11,111 vines per hectare—around four times the regional norm—following a Burgundian-inspired philosophy focused on low yields, concentration and terroir expression. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eThe 2024 Chardonnay is sourced from three vineyard blocks—Verge, Buckshot and Seawinds—each harvested and vinified separately. Whole-bunch pressed directly to French oak barriques, the wine underwent wild fermentation with a significantly higher proportion of malolactic fermentation than the inaugural 2023 release, contributing greater texture and complexity. After ten months in barrel, the wine spent time in concrete and stainless steel before bottling, preserving both richness and freshness. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eThe nose is intensely complex and Burgundian in character, revealing citrus blossom, grapefruit pith, lemon zest and white peach layered with honeycomb, nougat, grilled nuts, gunflint and subtle oak spice. Critics have consistently praised the wine's combination of power and detail, with Huon Hooke awarding 97 points and describing it as a \"very impressive Burgundy-style chardonnay.\" \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003eOn the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with exceptional concentration and texture. Yellow peach, nectarine, citrus, honeycomb and lemon blossom flavours are framed by creamy lees complexity, vibrant acidity and a pronounced saline mineral edge. Despite its richness, the wine remains remarkably precise and energetic, finishing long with impressive persistence and refinement. Jane Faulkner awarded the wine 96 points, praising its \"uplifting acidity\" and describing it as \"moreish and compelling.\" \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003eThe 2024 release has attracted widespread acclaim, with multiple critics awarding scores of 96–97 points. Campbell Mattinson described it as \"seriously good,\" highlighting its intensity, texture and length, while Erin Larkin noted its sophistication and long-term ageing potential. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003eBen’s Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"3469\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAt Wine More Cellars, this is one of the most exciting Australian Chardonnays currently available and a wine that is rapidly becoming a benchmark for modern Mornington Peninsula Chardonnay. Compared to many regional examples, Elanto offers greater concentration, structure and mineral complexity thanks to its ultra-high-density vineyard design. Compared to top white Burgundy, it delivers remarkable precision and restraint while retaining the purity and energy of cool-climate Australian fruit. The 2024 vintage is a significant step forward from the already impressive inaugural release, combining power, texture and finesse in equal measure. This is a serious collector’s Chardonnay with genuine pedigree and outstanding ageing potential. Drink from 2026 onwards or cellar comfortably for 10–15+ years. 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