Innocent Bystander Yarra Valley Pinot Gris 2023

The winemaking was a combination of whole-bunch-pressed and destemmed-to-press grapes that had been havested by hand. 85% of the wine underwent stainless steel cold fermentation to hold onto that freshness, with 15% matured in French oak for that lush mouth feel. The barrels had their lees stirred for six months.

This dry and fresh, Vegan friendly, Pinot Gris is a genuine people pleaser. A zippy, citrus-driven French style that’s fresh, textural, harmonious and lingers just long enough. Not too heavy, not too light, it’s the Goldilocks of the Innocent Bystander white wines.

Smells of:
Fresh cut pears, snow pea shoots and lemon thyme.

Tastes like:
Lime flowers, with a touch of savoury miso. Crisp, bone dry and moreish, with a twangy lemon-sorbet finish.

Goes with:
Beer-battered whiting with chips and tartare sauce, fresh oysters, goats cheese and chargrilled vegetables.