Eileen Hardy Pinot Noir
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from vintage release, with exceptional vintages cellaring gracefully for up to 15 years.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck, wild mushroom risotto, herb-crusted rack of lamb
✨ Technical Specifications
The Eileen Hardy Pinot Noir is a fitting tribute to the matriarch of the Hardys dynasty, Eileen Hardy, who was affectionately known as the 'First Lady of Australian Wine' and appointed an OBE in 1976 for her outstanding contribution to the industry. First released in 1986, this flagship Pinot Noir represents the pinnacle of Hardys' cool-climate winemaking. Sourced from premier, low-yielding vineyards in Australia's finest cool-climate regions—most notably the pristine valleys of Tasmania and the Yarra Valley—the fruit is meticulously selected for its intensity and elegance. The winemaking process utilizes traditional open-top fermenters, hand-plunging, and maturation in seasoned and new French oak barriques. This produces a wine of exceptional grace, characterized by vibrant red cherry and raspberry aromas, complex forest floor undertones, and a silky, finely structured palate that reflects the very best of Australian cool-climate terroir.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1853 by English pioneer Thomas Hardy, Hardys stands as one of Australia's most historic and enduring wine estates, rooted in McLaren Vale, South Australia. Over five generations, the house has championed the art of regional blending while showcasing premier South Australian terroirs across an expansive portfolio. Guided by Thomas Hardy's founding vision to create wines prized across global markets, the estate balances accessible innovation with classical prestige. Hardys is celebrated worldwide for its benchmark expressions, ranging from everyday favorites to iconic, cellar-worthy bottlings such as the flagship Eileen Hardy Shiraz and the Thomas Hardy Cabernet Sauvignon.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.0% - 13.5%