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A bit short on sugar in this ( again) cold summer A bit short on sugar in this ( again) cold summer so we use plenty of whole bunch in our skin contact ferment which imparts texture,richness, and forward floral notes #blanc #biodynamic #australiandemeterbiodynamic #biodynamicsemillon #biodynamicsauvignonblanc #v21
Nothing wasted. Skins seeds and stems go back to t Nothing wasted. Skins seeds and stems go back to the vineyard then are sprayed with prepared 500 containing the compost preps on their journey back to become soil nutrients #australiandemeterbiodynamic #biodynamicpinotnoir
MV6 pinot noir. Quite a handy crop for this most d MV6 pinot noir. Quite a handy crop for this most difficult clone in our cool climate #australiandemeterbiodynamic #biodynamicpinotnoir #v21 #veryhappy
A bit of whole bunch at the bottom of the vat to s A bit of whole bunch at the bottom of the vat to string things out  in this very cool slow vintage. I’ve never seen acidity like we have here and it may be a challenge to manage but the impression is overwhelmingly positive. #australiandemeterbiodynamic #pinotnoir #biodynamicpinot #v21
Barrelled whites finally assembled ready for bottl Barrelled whites finally assembled ready for bottling just in time for V21
Rolling em out puts V21 v close. Hopefully our pic Rolling em out puts V21 v close. Hopefully our picking team expands beyond these two heroes.  #V21 #australiandemeterbiodynamic #pinotnoir #biodynamicpinotnoir
Also a pretty good year for oats #biodynmicoats -> Also a pretty good year for oats #biodynmicoats ->#biodynamiclamb  @rendinas_butchery_
So far it’s a cracker of a year. Vineyard thrivi So far it’s a cracker of a year. Vineyard thriving, cattle (too) fat, hay everywhere. Mind you it can turn bad quickly (exhibit 1 v2011). But atm God is in heaven  #australiandemeterbiodynamic #pinotnoir #naturalwine #sustainablefarming
New vineyard loving the warmth of late spring #aus New vineyard loving the warmth of late spring #australiandemeterbiodynamic #pinotnoir #chardonnay #riesling
Jet stream moisture forming distinctive cloud patt Jet stream moisture forming distinctive cloud pattern with radiating branches from central stem. The old German peasants who settled here called it a regenbaum (raintree) as they saw it as harbinger of rain. We hope!  #australiandemeterbiodynamic  #regenbaum
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These lambs have had their way with the vineyard f These lambs have had their way with the vineyard for the last month and are now on their way to @rendinas_butchery_ where you will be able to procure and see for yourself why we use the biodynamic method and why @foodcornish called this the best lamb on the market #australiandemeterbiodynamic #biodynamiclamb
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Just hold your phone a little closer and you’ll Just hold your phone a little closer and you’ll be able to smell it. The first of the season and it’s a ripper #biodynamictruffle. #australiandemeterbiodynamic #dinner
These two boys are off to @shiraleeorganicmeats Sy These two boys are off to @shiraleeorganicmeats Sydney so if you’re nearby grab a sample of the best beef you’ve ever tasted.  #hochirchbiodynamicbeef #australiandemeterbiodynamic #biodynamicbeef
2020 Syrah finally into the press today and that’s the last of v20  #syrah #biodynamicsyrah #australiandemeterbiodynamic #naturalwine #naturalbiodynamicwine #southwestvictoria
So this is how it(V20) ends. Solid crop of Syrah f So this is how it(V20) ends. Solid crop of Syrah finally ripe and this, in the coldest growing season I can remember, is only possible because of these nets preventing complete destruction of the crop by birds. We love the insect eaters but the fruit eaters are as welcome as that virus. #australiandemeterbiodynamic #syrah #biodynamicsyrah #naturalwine #naturalsyrah #farsouthwestvictorianwine
Stems to steaks. On our place everything is reinco Stems to steaks. On our place everything is reincorporated into the future by the magic of life so here the pinot stems go to the cattle who eventually provide manure for the vineyard. #australiandemeterbiodynamic #pinotnoir #naturalpinotnoir #natural beef #biodynamicbeef
Nets coming off, we’re into V20 and as neighbour Nets coming off, we’re into V20 and as neighbours are burning stubble hoping it stays windy enough to clear away the smoke which not only robs their soil of nutrient but represents an opportunity lost to use the energy embedded in the stubble to feed soil biota which then creates healthy structured soil #australiandemeterbiodynamic #pinotnoir #biodynamicpinotnoir #naturalwine #naturalpinotnoir
Pinot noir 11.0Be. I’m usually 0.5 Be greater th Pinot noir 11.0Be. I’m usually 0.5 Be greater than true so that’s actually 10.5 That’s half a beaume in a week so not exactly racing to ripeness despite small crop. On the other hand acid looks v good  #australiandemeterbiodynamic #pinotnoir #v2020 #biodynamicwine #biodynamicpinotnoir #certifiedbiodynamicpinotnoir
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Hochkirch Wines

Situated about 3.5 hours drive West of Melbourne, at the foothills of the Grampians is the town of Tarrington, formerly known by the name given to it by its German settlers, Hochkirch. A mere 70km north of the cold Southern coast of Western Victoria this Western neck of the Henty sees gently undulating hills, cold breezes and the perfect conditions for cool climate farming.

Hochkirch Wine Selection – Best Sellers
  • 2020 Chardonnay$300.00
  • 2019 Blanc$156.00 – $300.00
  • 2019 Riesling$168.00 – $320.00
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Cellar Door open by appointment

(03) 5573 5200

hochkirchwines@bigpond.com

7389 Hamilton Highway, Tarrington 3301, Victoria, Australia.

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