Winter at Banks Road: Harvest Update & What to Drink Now
We’re well into harvest now, with only the Shiraz left to come off the vine.
It’s been a lighter year in terms of yield, but the quality is excellent. Smaller volumes, more concentration – exactly the kind of season that produces wines with real character.
The early Pinot Noir is already looking promising. Tight, expressive, and shaping up to be one of those standout releases we get excited about.
What that means for you
Smaller harvests don’t hang around.
If you’ve got favourites, winter is the time to have them on hand, before the shift into the next release cycle.
What to reach for right now
Pinot Noir
Already showing good structure and depth. An easy winter go-to that still feels refined.
Shiraz
The last of the fruit still on the vine. Expect a strong vintage – worth keeping an eye on.
Chardonnay
Consistent, balanced, and right at home on the table through the cooler months.
Ordering for winter
A simple way to set yourself up:
- 3–6 bottles across red and white
- Include at least one you haven’t tried
- Keep a couple aside for when you don’t want to think about it
Wine Club (set and forget)
If you’d rather not keep track, the Wine Club does it for you.
- Seasonal selections, sent every 3 months
- Built around what’s drinking well now
- Access to smaller batch releases as they come through
From vineyard to your door
Everything is grown and made here, then sent directly out.
A straightforward way to keep good wine in the house through winter, especially in a year where there’s a little less of it.
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