Established in 2013 by winemaker Ricky Evans, Two Tonne Tasmania (TTT) began with a humble "two tonnes" of grapes and has since become a standout of the Tasmanian "new wave." Evans focuses on sub-regionality, sourcing fruit from the Tamar Valley (TMV), the East Coast (EST), and Southern Tasmania.
The 2024 Two Tonne Tasmania TMV Pinot Noir represents Ricky’s 12th year making TMV Pinot Noir, which seemingly gets better with each release. As with recent vintages, Ricky’s Woodlawn Park site accounts for most of the blend (70%), with small parcels from Chartley Estate in Rowella (15%) and Three Wishes in Hillwood (15%).
The breezy Woodlawn site lies on free-draining silty and sandy soils near the river in Swan Bay and consistently delivers vibrantly pure, potent fruit. The combination with the other sites brings together bright aromatics, snappy red fruits, fresh acidity and spicy depth. Ricky picks over multiple passes. The ferment included 10% bunches, and the wine spent 10 months in barriques (10% new) before bottling.
