The 2024 Garagiste Terre de Feu Pinot Noir is a more structured and site-driven expression from the Mornington Peninsula, highlighting Garagiste’s focus on precision, terroir and refined winemaking. Sourced from carefully selected vineyard parcels, this wine offers depth and complexity while maintaining elegance and balance. The nose is intense and layered, showing dark cherry, black raspberry and plum, intertwined with rose petal, dried herbs and subtle spice. There is a pronounced savoury edge, with notes of forest floor, earth and finely integrated oak adding complexity and depth.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with fine, structured tannins and bright natural acidity that provides energy and definition. The fruit profile leans toward darker red fruits, supported by spice, mineral tension and earthy nuances. The wine shows a focused, linear structure, leading to a long, persistent and savoury finish.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is a more serious and cellar-worthy Pinot Noir, offering greater structure and intensity compared to more approachable styles in the range. It leans toward a more Burgundian expression, with depth, savoury complexity and excellent balance. Best enjoyed with decanting if drinking young, or cellar through 2035+ as it develops further complexity. Ideal with duck, game birds, pork or earthy dishes such as mushroom and truffle.
