The 2024 Bindi Kaye Pinot Noir is an exceptional single-vineyard expression that unites power, elegance, and precision. Sourced from the Kaye Vineyard, named in honour of Michael Dhillon’s late father, this wine reflects both familial heritage and the cool-climate grace of the Macedon Ranges. It is a wine of purity, depth, and enduring balance.
Vineyard and Winemaking
Planted in 2001 on a north-facing slope of ancient volcanic soils mixed with quartz and clay, the Kaye Vineyard produces small, concentrated berries of remarkable intensity. Hand-harvested fruit was fermented with indigenous yeasts and a moderate inclusion of whole bunches to enhance perfume and structure. Gentle extraction and ageing in fine French oak barriques (approximately 30% new) for 12 months built texture and integration without overpowering the fruit.
Tasting Notes
Fragrant aromas of red cherry, dark plum, and rose petal intertwine with hints of spice, cedar, and earth. The palate is layered and poised, showing supple red and black fruits framed by fine-grained tannins and lively acidity. The finish is long, savoury, and mineral, reflecting both vineyard site and vintage purity.
Style and Character
The 2024 Kaye Pinot Noir balances generosity and restraint, revealing energy, complexity, and quiet strength. It captures the heart of Bindi’s Pinot Noir philosophy — authenticity, transparency, and a seamless link between fruit and earth.
Cellaring and Pairing
Beautifully expressive now yet capable of graceful ageing for 10–15 years. Perfect with roast duck, game bird, or truffle-infused dishes, highlighting its depth and savoury refinement.
