Shaw + Smith Pinot Noir
A medium ruby color with aromas of spice, dark cherry, brambly undergrowth, and red berry (raspberry and strawberry) along with earthy herbs. The palate displays black cherry, dark fruits with floral and gamey notes. Founded in 1989 by cousins Martin Shaw and Michael Hill‑Smith, Shaw + Smith is a boutique Adelaide Hills producer dedicated to making expressive, terroir-driven wines. They own two vineyards (Balhannah and Lenswood) planted in 1999–2000, and focus on minimal intervention, cool‑climate varieties, and refined winemaking.
Grape Varietal: Pinot Noir
Feature: Organic, Sustainable, Vegan, Biodynamic
Country: Australia
Region: South Australia
Appellation: Adelaide Hills
Grape Profile: Pinot Noir wines are typically light to medium-bodied, with a delicate structure and high acidity. They are known for their aromatic profile, featuring red fruit notes like cherry, strawberry, and raspberry, along with earthier tones of mushroom, forest floor, and sometimes a hint of spice.
Region Profile: The Adelaide Hills is a cooler‑climate subregion above Adelaide, known for elevation, cooling breezes, and moderated temperatures. These conditions favor delicate red varieties like Pinot Noir and support refined fruit development and retention of acidity.
Pair with: Roasted poultry and pork. Seafood like tuna and salmon. Pastas with both cream and tomato-based sauces. Soft to medium cheeses like brie and gouda. Vegetables from mushrooms to root veggies.
