{"product_id":"2024-lowestoft-la-maison-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2024 Lowestoft La Maison Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLowestoft La Maison is a single-estate Pinot Noir produced from one of Tasmania’s historic cool-climate vineyards. Originally planted in 1986, the densely planted Lowestoft site produces highly sought-after fruit with aromatic clarity, savoury depth and fine structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage combines approximately 60% whole bunches, wild fermentation and maturation in large-format French oak to create an expressive, detailed Pinot Noir with excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-picked fruit was destemmed into 1.5-tonne open-top fermenters together with selected whole bunches, resulting in a final blend of approximately 60% whole bunches. Primary fermentation occurred naturally without additions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCap management consisted exclusively of twice-daily pump-overs to wet the cap and minimise over-extraction. The wine remained on skins for 21 days before being pressed directly into 500-litre French oak puncheons, of which 35% were new. It matured for 13 months before bottling with minimal intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiam McElhinney, Lowestoft:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cq\u003eBright aromatics of dark cherry, red plum and raspberry pin are layered with pomegranate, cocoa powder, black tea and dried sage. Savoury notes of amaro, souk-like spice, struck flint and earthy minerality add depth and complexity.\u003c\/q\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cq\u003eThe palate is concentrated yet finely detailed, with vibrant red fruit framed by silky, powdery tannins and mineral-driven acidity. Elegant, expressive and beautifully composed, it finishes long, savoury and persistent.\u003c\/q\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCritic Reviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97+ Points – Dave Brooks, Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eReviewed March 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cq\u003eMid-ruby with finely honed aromas of dark and red plum and cherries, wild strawberry and raspberry coulis with hints of fine, souk-like spice, crushed minerals, an expression of orange oil, citrus blossom, amaro, shiitake broth, charcuterie, judicious nutty oak, dried citrus rind and a wisp of undergrowth … A great release from a superb vintage.\u003c\/q\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTasted March 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cq\u003eThe 2024 La Maison Pinot Noir leads with waxy white flowers, sweet tobacco and red cherry notes. The wine has an exotic patchouli, raspberry, red apple character. The tannins are one of the features by which this wine is defined. The tannic load borders on immense, yet it serves to add gravitas and impact to the wine.\u003c\/q\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points – Decanter World Wine Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTasted January 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAwards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold Medal:\u003c\/strong\u003e International Wine Challenge 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold Medal:\u003c\/strong\u003e National Wine Show of Australia 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Medal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melbourne Royal Wine Show 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lowestoft\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fogarty Wine Group\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWine:\u003c\/strong\u003e La Maison\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lowestoft Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1986\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tasmania\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole Bunch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 60%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin Contact:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild fermentation without additions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 months in 500-litre French oak puncheons, 35% new\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.6g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Maison is produced solely from the small, densely planted Lowestoft vineyard, which has some of the oldest vines in Tasmania. Awarded the Jimmy Watson Trophy in 2023 and recognised at the Melbourne Royal Wine Awards 2021 and the National Wine Show 2022 as Australia’s best Pinot Noir, this wine reflects the true provenance of Lowestoft wines; it is luxurious, iconic and sought after.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAustralia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTasmania\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003cstrong\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePristine Pinot Noir from the famed Lowestoft Vineyard was hand picked and fermented in 1T open top fermenters, with up to 50% whole bunch inclusion. Gently hand plunged as required throughout fermentation, with gentle pressing to tank post MLF, followed by 10 months maturation in large format French oak (25% new) before careful blending and bottling with minimal additions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e       \u003cbr\u003eVivid and rich deep crimson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e    \u003cbr\u003ePowerfully fragrant with notes of dark cherry, black tea, dried sage, and amaro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e    \u003cbr\u003eEnticing red fruits embrace a finely structured core of graphite and bergamot tea, accompanied by lasting hints of dried herbs, orange peel, and cherry. The palate is graced by elegant tannins from whole bunch fermentation and subtle oak spice, complemented by lively acidity that adds sophistication and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e      \u003cbr\u003eWill benefit from meticulous cellaring for seven to ten years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\"The 2023 La Maison Pinot Noir offers a complex nose of raspberry, pomegranate, and cherry blossom, with a palate of densely structured red fruits. Subtle notes of dried herbs, aniseed, and oak spice add depth and intrigue, while fine whole-bunch tannins lend the wine a lifted, elegant finish with remarkable poise and length\" - \u003cstrong\u003eLiam McElhinney, Winemaker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Pinot noir from the close-planted vines (8300 per hectare) at Lowestoft planted in 1986; matured in French oak (35% new) for 10 months. Pure red plum and dark cherry fruits strut their stuff here with hints of five-spice, sous bois, dried raspberry, cranberry, black tea and vanilla, with light roast game further in the distance. Savoury and true with excellent fruit depth and purity, chalky tannins providing support. I'd expect this to cellar admirably.\"  -\u003cstrong\u003e 96 Points, Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cellarhand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52473937821998,"sku":"2046624856","price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/Lowestoft_La_Maison_Pinot_Noir_2024.jpg?v=1787037643","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2024-lowestoft-la-maison-pinot-noir-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}