Yarra Valley based vigneron, Phil Sexton lives with his family in the middle of their 80 acre vineyard established on the high north face of the Warramate Ranges in the dress circle of the Yarra Valley. Specialising in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Giant Steps explore site, micro climatic and clonal differences between several specialized vineyards in the Yarra Valley including their own multi-clonal vineyard and the highly regarded Tarraford vineyard. Focused intently upon reflecting the individual and unique characteristics of each single vineyard, Giant Steps adopts a minimalist approach to winemaking including, whenever possible, vinification using indigenous yeasts and gravity flow transfers.

Inspired by what is being produced out of southern France - those pale, bone dry Rosé’s from Provence, but also, intrigued by the perfume of early picked Yarra Valley Pinot Syrah. 

A blend of early picked pinot noir and syrah; hand picked and whole-bunch pressed. A light orange pink. Bursting with redcurrant, raspberry, orange zest and lavender aromas while the palate is bone dry, zesty and refreshing. Finishes with excellent cut and persistence.  Date: Feb 2025; Alcohol: 12%; Price: $30.00; Drink by: 2027; Rating: 95 Points & Special Value Star; James Halliday Wine Companion