Basket Range Banksia Pinot Noir 2025 from Basket Range Wine in the Adelaide Hills is a lively, organically farmed Pinot that leans into whole‑bunch perfume, bright red fruits and that classic Hills crunch in the glass. This 2025 Basket Range Banksia Pinot Noir draws mostly on 777 clone fruit from the home vineyard, with MV6 adding a bit of flesh and spice, all matured in seasoned French barriques to keep oak nicely tucked in. It’s a light‑to‑medium‑bodied, expressive style built for pure drinking pleasure rather than showy oak.

In the glass, expect red cherry, wild raspberry and a little red plum with hints of pomegranate, blood orange and gentle brown spice. Whole‑bunch work and carbonic influence bring floral lift and a touch of stemmy savouriness, while the palate stays dewy, fresh and just a bit slippery, with soft tannins giving a light gummy pucker through the finish. It feels pretty, perky and charming – the sort of Pinot you happily pour a second glass of without thinking.

Basket Range Banksia Pinot Noir 2025 is spot‑on with roast chicken, charcuterie, duck pancakes, mushroom dishes or a simple burger, especially with a light chill. It will also hum alongside grilled salmon, soft cheeses or a roast beetroot salad, where the wine’s bright red fruits and spice really shine. If you’re chasing a fragrant, chillable Adelaide Hills Pinot that’s high on character and low on pretence, Basket Range Banksia Pinot Noir 2025 is a cracking option.