Tasting Notes
The Yarra makes some of Australia's finest Pinot Noir, and this is a lovely reminder of why. It comes off a small, organically farmed block of MV6, one of the classic old Pinot clones, from vines around thirty years old. It's got everything you want from a good Yarra Pinot, bright red cherry and strawberry, a savoury, earthy undercurrent and a pretty floral lift, with the warmer season nudging the fruit a little sweeter and rounder. A touch of whole bunch brings spice and fine, silky tannin. Elegant, perfumed and thoroughly moreish. - Pete L
Mise en Place is the Yarra Valley project of Doug Lilburne, based in Steels Creek. Doug’s path into wine started in kitchens in upstate New York before taking him to California’s Sonoma Coast, where time with producers including Littorai, Pax and LaRue helped shape his approach to winemaking and organic viticulture. He eventually returned to Australia and settled in the Yarra Valley, releasing the first Mise en Place wines from the 2021 vintage.
At the centre of the project is the Homeblock in Steels Creek, where Doug farms mature, own-rooted vines organically, while also working with carefully selected vineyards across Victoria. Winemaking is manual and deliberately simple, with traditional techniques, minimal additions and a strong focus on organic farming. The wines are thoughtful and contemporary, balancing freshness and drinkability with plenty of texture, personality and a clear connection to where they’re grown.
| Product Type | Wine Red Pinot Noir |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Victoria |
| Sub Region | Yarra Valley |
| Winemaking Practices | Minimal Intervention |
| Vineyard Practices | Organic/Biodynamic |