78 reviews for Giant Steps Pinot Noir 2021

1. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Samuel Mclaughlin – April 6, 2017

   Straightforward Pinot with cherry aroma and taste.

2. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Richard Jaime – May 19, 2018

   Smooth, rich Pinot with good fruit weight.

3. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Carla Chean – August 24, 2018

   Smooth, rich pinot with potential for aging. Lacks the ethereal quality of great pinots. Label is impressive.

4. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Jeffery Heinsohn – August 31, 2018

   Bright ruby red color with pink edges. Intense nose of red fruits, florals, and spices. Palate with good intensity and some sweetness. Overall, a lovely feminine Pinot.

5. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Faye Revilla – September 9, 2018

   Drinkable, needs aging for a year.

6. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Margaret Pasley – October 5, 2018

   Intensely flavored wine with a surprisingly mature taste. Soft with good acidity, great for pairing with food. Giant Steps LDR Pinot/Syrah blend is also worth trying. Follow this winery.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Mary Collyer – October 9, 2018

   Impeccably balanced with a feminine feel. Delicate handling of whole bunch percentage adds depth. Young and exciting. Drink now or later without regrets.

8. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Donna Cage – October 25, 2018

   Pinot Challenge: 86. RMWA: 93 for RMWA, 87 for applejack. Floral nose, fruity taste, slightly acidic. Good with cheddar, salami, meat & olive pasta.

9. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Carlos Gomez – April 6, 2019

   New releases from Giant Steps and Yeringberg at Prince Wine Store South Melbourne are warmer, riper, and more approachable.

10. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Brenda Randrup – April 7, 2019

    Fresh, light red with a lovely nose of red fruit, flowers, and underwood. Good acidity and a pretty finish.

11. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Geraldine Lopez – June 17, 2019

    Red berry bouquet with herbal and earthy notes. Layered palate with impressive power. Similar to 2012 Jackson Estate Vintage Widow and Cayuse style. Stelvin enclosure. Let it breathe. 91-92.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Mary Hendon – July 2, 2019

    Light and approachable drink-now Pinot with red fruit and spice, but nothing extraordinary.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Mark Woolridge – July 20, 2019

    Rustic Pinot with smoky notes and moderate strength but lacking in Pinot fruit. Some development, medium length.

14. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Olga Spencer – July 21, 2019

    Fantastic pinot, drink now or in a year. Amazing fruit flavor.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Roy Hill – July 23, 2019

    Review: This wine lacks complexity and is overrated. The palate is better than the aroma, but it’s still not great. It’s okay as a table wine.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Vernita Gahan – September 23, 2019

    Pale and balanced aromas and flavors. Pleasant but simple.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Eileen Elliott – October 24, 2019

    Plum Market Luxury Tasting at Bad Hunter, Chicago: Ripe, minty with good weight and faintly sweet finish. Better than 2018.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Victor Le – November 21, 2019

    Balanced and elegant with notes of beetroot, strawberry, cherry, and black tea. Light-bodied with good acidity and a nice finish.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Charles Pitts – January 23, 2020

    Enjoyable Australian Pinot, but lacks complexity in fruit flavors. No rush to finish the bottle.

20. 

    Rated 3 out of 5

    Noreen Harley – February 29, 2020

    Incomplete review. Needs more details to provide an accurate answer.

21. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Doreen Strobel – March 26, 2020

    Strong Pinot Noir with heavy tannins and a hint of strawberry aroma.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Emily Lowe – May 5, 2020

    Light and perfumed with raspberry and cherry notes, but alcohol is too strong and not well integrated. Starts plain but develops into typical berry flavors. Potential for aging, recommend resting for at least one year.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Stephen Salvas – May 29, 2020

    Decent wine with cranberry and cherry jam aroma, medium body, and a medium finish. Could use more complexity. Drink now.

24. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Aileen Crowell – May 31, 2020

    Surprisingly elegant and delicate wine with earthy aroma and touch of spritz. Could easily be mistaken for a Burgundian.

25. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jesus Zucker – July 13, 2020

    Excellent value wine with luscious, dense raspberry and black cherry fruit, balanced acidity and silky tannins, and savory notes of loamy quality, orange peel, rose petal, smoky oak, and white pepper finish.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    John Weeden – July 16, 2020

    Improved on day two with crunchy acidity and juicy red fruit, but fairly generic beetroot and stemmy.

27. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Marian Brookes – August 1, 2020

    Notes of sweet cherries and raspberries with a touch of white pepper and warm spice. Comparable to a New Zealand Pinot.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Bryan Morrison – August 10, 2020

    Earth, mineral, sour cherry, mushroom notes. Medium length. Benefits from decanting.

29. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jay Villanueva – August 12, 2020

    Excellent bottle, drinking perfectly now.

30. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Dale Stockwell – October 22, 2020

    Pinot on par with good Burgundy. Lovely nose with berry and vanilla notes. Precise and easy to drink. Best for Burgundy lovers. Enjoy now or in the next 3-5 years.

31. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Louis Balk – October 28, 2020

    Intense and fresh with red fruit, underbrush, sage, and spices. Great value and a new experience for me in terms of Australian PNs.

32. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Mark Wright – November 20, 2020

    New world nose, fresh red fruits, sweet spices, and earthy notes. Elegant, rich, and medium-bodied palate with a clean and simple finish. Ready to drink now and can be kept for a few more years.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    David Kezar – February 1, 2021

    Well-made with ripe fruit flavors of strawberry and rhubarb, supported by cinnamon and allspice notes. Acidity is balanced. Not my preferred style of Pinot Noir, but will appeal to some.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Dorothy Perdue – February 22, 2021

    A$28 wine with hints of pepper, tart cherries, and meaty oak. Brightly acidic with gritty tannins and a piquant cherry fruit finish. Good for a few years.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Dennis Jessup – April 13, 2021

    Juicy fruit with black plums, berries and sweet spice, slightly meaty underpin. Tight tannic burr, a little too much and flat.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Carroll Phillips – June 6, 2021

    Pale ruby with a gorgeous rose petal and powdered matcha nose. Juicy pomegranate reigns, along with raspberry jolly rancher, green tea, orange juice, and sandalwood. A clean finale with light echoes of green tea, making it a fun, lip-smacking wine. Drink now-2028. 93.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Lisa Jones – August 27, 2021

    Fruity with forest floor notes. Nice wine.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Gilbert Howard – September 7, 2021

    Young and fruity pinot with cherry and raspberry flavors. Back end has a hint of candied flavor. Great for light and fruit-forward cravings.

39. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Anthony Ellis – September 17, 2021

    Velvety body with robust tannins and a long finish of raspberry, spice, and bitter chocolate.

40. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Hilario Jackson – September 17, 2021

    Light wine with prominent strawberry notes and subtle oak undertones. Pleasant.

41. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Eddie Buchholz – September 26, 2021

    Aged well. Sweet berry taste lingers. Great value.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Kathleen Demetriou – November 7, 2021

    Bright garnet colour with red fruit notes, oak and forest floor. Rush of red fruits with mushrooms and orange peels. Well balanced with a long finish. Loved it.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Mary Juneau – April 30, 2022

    Lively and crisp with interesting finish, fruit is subdued.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Dawn Lozano – May 5, 2022

    Review: Giant Steps Single Vineyard Pinot Noir – Clear, pale ruby color, with aromas of red cherries, raspberries, and pomegranate. Dry, high acidity, medium alcohol, low tannins, and medium flavor intensity. Tangy, refreshing finish with a hint of forest floor. Excellent quality and value for a young Pinot Noir. Can develop over the next 5 years.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    William Suber – May 9, 2022

    Fresh Pinot Noir at Bistro Moncur, Sydney. Red berries, floral notes, juicy with a slight sour note. Flour textured tannins.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Barbra Pezzuti – May 21, 2022

    “Pleasurable Australian pinot with ripe strawberries and vanilla oak notes. Clean acidity, but lacks forest floor or bramble.”

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Lola Duckett – June 8, 2022

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Russell Abbott – June 18, 2022

    Tart with tight tannins, gamey and slightly meaty with pretty jubey fruit lozenge underpin. Not showing well today.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Blair Haynes – August 15, 2022

    Dominant elderflower aroma with hints of earth and red fruit nuances. Medium acidity and tannins, with a strong but not overpowering taste. Lengthy floral finish, although lacking in fruitiness.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Norman Dominguez – August 16, 2022

    Clean, fresh, and red strawberry flavors.

51. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Michael Menard – September 1, 2022

    Light-bodied with sweet red fruit, dried cherry, and a hint of smoke. High acidity and a medium to long finish make this fresh wine perfect for young consumption.

52. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Erma Stribling – September 1, 2022

    Review: Light ruby color, ripe cherry aroma, low tannin, medium acidity, one-dimensional.

53. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jose Faux – September 7, 2022

    Great value, better than single vineyard options.

54. 

    Rated 3 out of 5

    Andrew Grosso – October 29, 2022

    Kate’s wine bar offers a light wine that is perfect for those who love a refreshing and subtle taste.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Nan Brock – November 2, 2022

    Excellent pinot, balanced with good fruit.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Paul Hayman – November 11, 2022

    Delicious Yarra Valley Pinot with fresh strawberry and mulling spices. Youthful, but drinks beautifully and at a decent price.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Alfred Stoglin – November 19, 2022

    PnD let air for 1hr. Medium ruby. Aroma of cherry rhubarb yogurt green tea thyme and strawberry leaf. Dry, medium body, cherry rhubarb strawberry thyme and green tea flavors. Very good. Suitable for further ageing.

58. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jacquetta Davis – November 20, 2022

    Simple and easy to drink with notes of dark cherry, raspberry, and strawberry. Lacks depth and character and isn’t comparable to single vineyard wines.

59. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Eric Mckean – January 28, 2023

    Light red color, cherry, strawberry, floral, and oak flavors. Earthy on the palate. Interesting and enjoyable Pinot.

60. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Eugene Frohman – February 19, 2023

    Pale with red cherry, rhubarb, and Nibs aromas. Medium tannin and refreshing finish. Pinot has a nice expression, drinkable for 5 years.

61. 

    Rated 3 out of 5

    Rodney Tovar – March 5, 2023

    Pinot Noir: Pleasant fig, pomegranate, red pear fruit with spice and earth depth. Round, generous and refined. 3/5/23.

62. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jeffery Dominguez – March 11, 2023

    Good, but not quite up to par with previous years. A bit too herbaceous with green, unripe berries and relatively high acidity.

63. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Edwin Ryan – March 11, 2023

    Consistent nose and palate of ripe strawberries and vanilla oak. Lacks complexity but has a cleansing acidity.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Richard Johnson – March 19, 2023

    Great wine with a bouquet of cranberry, cherry, and currant. The finish is filled with red fruit flavors. Don’t understand the negative comments. Similar to New Zealand wine.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Rosemary Vincent – March 20, 2023

    Quaffable red wine with notes of red fruits.

66. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jeffrey Jamili – March 25, 2023

    Vintage has lifted notes of cranberry, wild raspberry, raspberry leaf, rosehip red florals, spices, and graphite. Sneaky tannin on the palate with a careful layering of detail and real structure without distracting from the immediate joy of the fruit expression.

67. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Linda Crowe – March 25, 2023

    Lively cranberry, raspberry, floral and spice notes with a subtle tannin on the palate. Great structure without overwhelming the fruit.

68. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Karla Mccalpane – April 1, 2023

    Excellent! Fruity and flavorful.

69. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Todd Nava – April 9, 2023

    Wine not up to par with Wine Spectator’s Top 100 list. No faults, but disappointing compared to other wines tasted recently. Guests thought it was okay. Drinking the Rainbow can be a rough road.

70. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Julia Welter – April 13, 2023

    New world Pinot at its peak, with hints of Central European spices and fruity compote. A steal for its price.

71. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Gertrude Tuttle – April 14, 2023

    Light wine with smokey nose and palate. Improved after 15 mins.

72. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Connie Bryant – April 28, 2023

    Rating improved. Still herbaceous, good acidity. Fresh, crisp, easy to drink. Pinot notes in aroma, slim, cool-climate pinot in mouth. Great for terrace, fish or veal.

73. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Diane Poarch – May 1, 2023

    Sweet nose, savory palate, light tannin, bit of heat on finish. Not my style, but not bad.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Terri Schwartz – May 1, 2023

    Bright garnet color with fresh red cherry and red berries aromas and flavors, hint of bergamot and sweet baking spices. Notes of pepper spice and caramel on a medium finish. Medium-bodied, fresh, juicy, and vibrant. Unique expression of Pinot Noir. Easy drinker.

75. 

    Rated 3 out of 5

    Beth Stodden – May 16, 2023

    Pale ruby with violet, strawberry, and red cherry notes. Herbaceous with a touch of vanilla and oak. Hints of leather, mushroom, and cooked fruit. Low tannin, high acid, medium alcohol and body, long finish.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    WS – May 26, 2023

    Stunning, with terrific focus and intensity to the core of Earl Grey tea, firm, juicy cherry, raspberry and white pepper flavors. Notes of clove and green cardamom linger on the finish, with a touch of salted caramel. Drink now through 2034.

77. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    WE – May 26, 2023

    Small but mighty describes the 2021 vintage in Victoria. This may be Giant Step’s more affordable Pinot from a multi-vineyard blend, but it’s as delicious and delightful as the single-vineyard stuff. Fleshy primary cherries and strawberries are underpinned by white spice, vanilla bean and soft florals, with a mineral core. The palate is crunchy and vibrant, with a silky lusciousness, purity of fruit and a long finish. Elegant but also highly crowd-pleasing, the wine has a tannin structure that means it could age gracefully through 2028 to 2030.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    JS – May 26, 2023

    This shows a spicy and chocolaty character with an array of ripe red and dark berries, dried herbs and orange jam. Medium-bodied and silky with dusty tannins and vibrant, juicy fruit flavors that lead to a supple, savory finish. Drink now.