Mount Towrong Winery - Giovanni 2023

The Giovanni is a co-fermented blend of Pinot Noir and Nebbiolo. This current expression is 10% Pinot Noir that is estate grown on sandy clay-loam soils and 90% Nebbiolo sourced from vines grown in Heathcote coming off ancient Cambrian soils. Fermented in open vats spending 4 weeks on skins before being pressed off to French Oak for 6 months. Showcasing notes of liquorice, wild cherry and blood orange with firm tannins & lively acidity.

Situated at 600 metres above sea level with direct views of Mount Macedon and Mount Towrong, this cool climate vineyard enjoys moderate seasonal rainfall. Terracing the vineyard has allowed them to maximise the use of the gentle slopes and by practising sustainable farming techniques, they have been able to harvest high quality grapes with a low yield.
The Vineyard is farmed with the use of organic composts with no pesticides or herbicides used. Winter prunings are mulched back into the mid rows. All vines are cane pruned and grapes are handpicked.