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NOTES
Garry and Rollo Crittenden are dedicated small scale vignerons with an exciting range of handcrafted wines. Today, their efforts are channelled into producing small batches of wines that elegantly and emphatically speak of their varietal and geographic provenance under the Crittenden Estate, Pinocchio and Geppetto ranges The family takes great care, pleasure and pride in the wine it produces. The portfolio spans estate-grown, cool climate wines of Burgundian origin, new and exciting Italian varietals and other regional classics from both the Mornington Peninsula and further afield from some of central and north-east Victoria’s finest vineyards.
While that is indicative of how far this family company has come since planting its first vines on the Peninsula 25 years ago, there is one overriding and essential constant linking all phases of its winemaking endeavours: a deep-seated commitment to doing everything possible in the vineyard that leads to the finest fruit quality and, afterwards, treating that fruit in the winery in such a way as to ensure it produces inspirational wine that reflects such care, passion and craftsmanship.
This range of wines is where Garry and Rollo have a little fun. Well more fun than usual that is. The Pinocchio label is a fertile ground for experimentation; something that the Crittendens enjoy. This enthusiasm is reflected in Pinocchios eclectic range of wines which will appeal to the adventurous and those among us who are willing to branch out and try something new.
Having said this, over the past ten years consumer awareness and appreciation of wines such as Sangiovese and Arneis have expanded beyond recognition in Australia, as wine lovers begin to discover their point of difference from French varietals and their inherent synergy with food. The Pinocchio range of wines are best enjoyed with food and provide those in the company of friends with a wonderful way to discover, learn, experiment and embark upon a wine drinking adventure.
TASTING NOTES
True to the Piedmontese style this wine shows characters of pear juice and fresh apples on the nose, with a mouth filling palate of juicy acidity and a crunchy dry finish. The perfect accompaniment to freshly shucked oysters.
REVIEWS
The Crittenden camp has its eye in here with an authentic and confidently savoury take on this northern Italian native. Bright, fresh and appealing aromas with plenty of fresh pears and gentle green almonds. Crisp fresh acid holds flavour safely in place. 90 Points Review - Wine Business Monthly Magazine by Nick Stock, August 2009.
The Crittenden family were pioneers of planting and growing Italian varieties in Australia and winemaker Rollo Crittenden has produced a superb white wine, aromatic with tight mineral and pear characters on the palate and lovely balance. Great for summer drinking. Winsor Dobbin, Golf Magazine, Vol 12, No. 2
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