The Feral Fox Pinot Noir
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Typically best enjoyed within 3–8 years from vintage release.
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Roasted duck, wild mushroom risotto, grilled salmon
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Named after the clever wild foxes that roam the vineyards and feast on the sweet, ripe grapes at harvest time, 'The Feral Fox' is d'Arenberg's tribute to the cooler-climate Pinot Noir of South Australia. Sourced primarily from the Adelaide Hills, where the elevated, cooler conditions are ideal for this delicate variety, the wine is crafted using traditional methods. This includes gentle foot-treading in open fermenters and basket pressing, followed by aging in French oak. The result is a Pinot Noir that balances bright red cherry and wild strawberry fruit with rustic, savory undertones, earth, and gamey complexity, capturing the wild and untamed nature of its namesake.
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Established in 1912 by Joseph Osborn in the heart of McLaren Vale, South Australia, d'Arenberg is a historic, family-owned winery currently guided by fourth-generation winemaker Chester Osborn. Renowned for its traditional, hands-on approach, the estate utilizes very old basket presses and practices foot-treading for all its red wines, maintaining a steadfast commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture. The winery is celebrated for its highly characterful, complex wines with distinctive, quirky names, most notably its flagship 'The Dead Arm' Shiraz, alongside exceptional Grenache and Rhône-style blends. Today, the estate seamlessly blends its rich heritage with avant-garde innovation, epitomized by the iconic d'Arenberg Cube visitor center rising above the ancient vines.