42ªS is the central latitude of Tasmania and this name reflects our position in crafting fruit-driven wines from grapes sourced from throughout the state. The island state hosts several unique viticultural sub-regions, each area performing differently to climatic variations over the vintages. This wide-ranging scope in grape supply allows us to make outstanding Tasmanian wines every year.

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This particular Pinot Noir is bright in red colour. Fresh red berries with cedary aromas. Rich and fruity with a good tannin structure. Well balanced. 

A mid-weight pinot noir. Good depth of colour and youthful purple tints evident. Great complexity to the aromas. Lifted red cherry over sweet earthy savoury characters with a touch of oak sweetness. The balance is aided by ripe tannins giving a lingering finish. This will mature further, although enjoyable as a fresh, zippy young Pinot Noir.

So Chester saw a fox untangling itself from the bird netting in the vineyard recently and then discovered clear evidence that said fox had recently helped itself to a fine meal of grapes. Maybe the fox IS a contributing factor to the character of this wine! There is certainly a forest floor note. Equally we can picture wild mushrooms and truffles on the nose. I guess that’s what a fox would smell like.

These earthy tones are wonderfully countered with lovely, fresh, aromatic notes of musk and flowers, raspberry and kirsch. The palate is fine and balanced, driven forward by a lively line of vibrant acid and ending with that familiar d’Arenberg fine, gritty tannin.

Tasmania is very well suited to growing and producing Pinot Noir with its cool-climate and excellent terroir. Temperate days and cool nights at Derwent Estate have produced a silky Pinot Noir that oozes class. A delicate mix of sweet and savoury fruits with a long lasting finish.