Mayfield "Mrs Crawford" Pinot Noir 2023 750ml

From the high-altitude vineyards of Orange in New South Wales, Mayfield "Mrs Crawford" Pinot Noir 2023 is a beautifully crafted cool-climate red that showcases the remarkable potential of the Orange region. Named in honour of the Crawford family heritage, this single-vineyard Pinot Noir is grown at over 900 metres elevation — where cool nights and a long growing season produce fruit of exceptional intensity, purity, and finesse.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Fresh cherry, raspberry, dried rose petal, subtle earth, and a whisper of warm spice
• Palate: Elegant and refined with vibrant red berry fruit, fine silky tannins, lively acidity, and a lovely savoury mineral complexity
• Finish: Long, fresh, and persistently elegant

Winemaking

• Single-vineyard Pinot Noir from Orange, NSW, grown at over 900m elevation
• Whole-bunch and whole-berry fermentation for aromatic lift and texture
• Aged in French oak with minimal intervention to preserve purity and terroir
• Unfined and unfiltered to honour the vineyard's natural character

Vineyard & Producer

Mayfield Vineyard is one of Orange's most celebrated estates, situated on the slopes of Mount Canobolas at elevations that rival the coolest wine regions in Australia. The "Mrs Crawford" label pays tribute to the Crawford family's pioneering spirit and deep connection to the land. Their Pinot Noir is consistently regarded as one of the finest expressions of the Orange region.

Food Pairing

• Duck breast or duck confit
• Roasted salmon or ocean trout
• Mushroom risotto
• Lamb cutlets
• Soft-ripened cheeses

Cellaring

Drinking beautifully now. Cellar 5–8 years for added savoury depth and complexity.