Sailor Seeks Horse Pinot Noir Small Wonder 2022

Sailor Seeks Horse Pinot Noir ‘Small Wonder’ is a rare, single-site showcase of southern Tasmanian Pinot Noir, born from the cool, pristine sanctuary of the Huon Valley. Winemakers Paul and Gilli Lipscombe bring an artisan’s touch to this micro-batch bottling, sourcing fruit from a distinct micro-plot within the vineyard to craft a wine of profound site fidelity, tension, and ethereal elegance.

The nose is utterly compelling, opening with a lifted perfume of fresh red cranberries, tart sour cherries, and pomegranate, layered alongside complex nuances of crushed rock, dried violets, wild herbs, and a touch of savory whole-bunch earthiness. On the palate, it strikes a breathtaking balance between laser-like precision and weightless, silky concentration. Bright, crunchy red fruit and citrus zest are driven by a sharp beam of natural acidity and fine, chalky-textured tannins that linger through a long, mineral-laden finish. Vibrant, intricate, and deeply aromatic, this is a quintessential cool-climate Pinot Noir crafted to reward time in the cellar over the next 8 to 12 years.