Sinapius: The Clone Collector

Sinapius takes Pinot Noir obsession to the extreme: their Close Planted vineyard blends 12 different Pinot clones from two high-density blocks. The result is complexity that single-clone wines can't match - a masterclass in how clone diversity creates complete wines.

What to do there

3 things to do

1. 1 Taste the Close Planted Pinot Noir Wine · Price: high

   12 clones from two high-density blocks - complexity incarnate.

   Contact Sinapius for tasting appointments. Request the Close Planted Pinot Noir specifically - this is the blend of 12 different clones from their highest-density vineyard blocks. The complexity is immediately apparent.

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2. 2 Learn About Clone Diversity Wine · Free

   Why does blending 12 clones create better wine?

   Ask the winemaker to explain clone diversity. Different clones bring different aromatics, textures, and structures. Blending 12 clones creates a wine more complete than any single clone could achieve. This connects to the Chapter 14 Clone Wars theme.

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3. 3 Understand High-Density Planting Adventure · Free · Optional

   More vines per hectare = less fruit per vine = concentrated wine.

   Ask about their high-density planting philosophy. More vines per hectare means each vine produces less fruit, concentrating flavors. This Burgundian approach is rare in Australia.

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Insider tips

• 12 different Pinot clones in the Close Planted vineyard - extreme diversity

• High-density planting is a Burgundian technique rarely seen in Australia

• Young Gun of Wine has featured Sinapius as one of Tasmania's best Pinot producers