2025 Coal River Valley Pinot Noir, Giant Steps Single Vineyard

• Style: Cool-climate Pinot Noir
• Taste: Bright cherry and plum, silken and lithe
• Food: Roasted duck, venison, grilled salmon
• Occasion: Date nights and gifting
• Serve: Drink now or age 3–5 years

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

This 2025 expresses bright cherry and plum with a lithe quality—the hallmark of cool maritime air shaping the vintage. The tannins are delicate, with 13.5% alcohol providing ripeness and flavor without overshadowing the subtler elements. The structure is fine-boned and restrained, exactly as Tasmania's maritime character intends.

The Winery — Giant Steps

As Phil Sexton's 1997 founding took root, winemaker Steve Flamsteed built its reputation on small-parcel, single-vineyard expressions. Since Melanie Chester arrived in 2021, the winery has surged to new heights, earning 2025 Halliday Wine Companion recognition as Winery of the Year. This Coal River Valley bottle shows why.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

This is Pinot Noir designed for living—with food on the table, not ceremony in mind. Pair it with roasted duck, venison, or grilled salmon; the delicate tannins embrace each bite without demanding special treatment. Drink it now for its bright red-fruit snap, or set aside three to five years to watch it soften and deepen. The screwcap signals weeknight living, date-night pairing, and gifting without pretense. Whether you're exploring Giant Steps Wine for the first time or building a collection, or discovering the cool-climate character that defines wines from Tasmania, this single-vineyard parcel sits among the finest expressions the region offers.