Clarence House Estate Block 1 Pinot Noir 2022

Clarence House was built in 1830 on land which was originally the market garden for the city of Hobart. Present owner David Kilpatrick first planted vines on the north-east slopes of the property in 1998. Located in the foothills of the Meehan Ranges, halfway between Hobart and the Coal Valley, Clarence House Estate sits in a unique location atop Jurassic dolerite and basalt soils with low annual rainfall.

The 2022 Clarence House Estate Block 1 Pinot Noir was produced by Anna Pooley and Justin Bubb at Pooley Wines. A combination of 114, 115 and 777 clones from the oldest vines on the estate. One third whole bunches of 777 were included, 20 days on skins, aged in a combination of new and old French oak puncheons for 11 months. This marks the fourth release of the Block 1 Pinot Noir.

Floral, red and black fruits, forest elements and mixed spices. Seamless palate, textural yet buoyed by fresh, lively acidity and a long, tannin-infused finish. A great candidate for the cellar, yet equally enjoyable as a young, primary wine full of fruit and energy. 

The 2021 Clarence House Block 1 Pinot Noir from Tasmania’s Coal River Valley has won Australia’s Best Pinot Noir at the 2022 Australian Pinot Noir Challenge.

The Finer Details
Style - Red Wine
Varietal - Pinot Noir
Country - Australia
Region - Tasmania
Vintage - 2022
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 13.3%
Closure - Screw Cap