The 2025 Longview Twin Palms Pinot Noir is a vibrant and beautifully approachable Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir sourced from elevated south-eastern facing vineyard blocks beneath the estate’s iconic twin palm trees. Crafted from a mix of Dijon clones and matured briefly in older French oak puncheons, the wine focuses on freshness, purity and drinkability rather than heavy extraction or oak influence. The warm and dry 2025 vintage delivered ripe fruit intensity while retaining the bright acidity and fine structure that define cool-climate Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir.
The nose reveals tart cherry, wild strawberry and cranberry layered with dried herbs, dusty spice and subtle earthy complexity. On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with silky tannins, vibrant acidity and a crunchy core of red berry fruit that gives the wine excellent freshness and energy. Layers of raspberry, plum and gentle forest floor notes unfold with balance and finesse, finishing smooth, savoury and effortlessly drinkable with classic cool-climate charm. Critics praised the wine’s juicy style and freshness, with Halliday describing it as “soft, slurpy and gently drying” with a strong sense of charm.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2025 Longview Twin Palms Pinot Noir is a fresh, silky and seriously easy-drinking Pinot Noir — bright, crunchy and packed with Adelaide Hills character. Perfect lightly chilled with roast chicken, charcuterie, mushroom pasta, grilled salmon or wood-fired pizza. Enjoy young for maximum freshness and vibrancy.
