Zonte’s Footstep Dawn Patrol Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir 2022

This terrific label of the surfboard on the VW will bring back fabulous memories for many. Heading out before dawn to catch the waves. Not for me, thanks, those waves have sharks. If I am doing the ‘dawn patrol’ thing, it is with a surf rod and some pilchards. The link here is that dawn is the perfect time to harvest quality Pinot Noir and there is no doubt that this wine was worth enduring the alarm clock. From the Adelaide Hills, noticeably devoid of waves if I recall, this is vibrant red. Gorgeous aromas of cherries, soy, spices and mulberries with quality French oak that has integrated superbly. A lovely ripe style of Pinot, fresh and focused with cleansing acidity and very good length. There is evidence of early complexity making this a delicious Pinot which will drink beautifully for the next four to eight years.