Hoddles Creek Estate was established in 1997 when the D'Anna family decided to establish a vineyard on the property that has been in the family since 1960. The vineyard sits astride Gembrook road and adjacent Hoddles Creek.

To borrow a line from Mr Magoo, 'Oh, Franco, you've done it again!' I'm referring to the insanely good-for-the-money pinots that Hoddles Creek excels at. This is the first Wickhams Road Yarra where the majority of the fruit comes from Hoddles Creek. A super-bright ruby red, this nose is redolent with small red fruits while the palate is balanced, silky smooth and long. Delish! Date: Nov 2023; Alcohol: 13.2%; Price: $20.00; Drink by: 2026; Rating: 95 Points & Special Value Star; Philip Rich; James Halliday Wine Companion

Good depth of medium-deep bright red-purple; aromas of dark and red cherries, sweet and fragrant, raspberry and dried strawberry tones as well, with a gentle dried-herb/underbrush overlay. In the mouth, there is remarkable intensity of flavour and also tannin structure that places it well above its station. Brilliant value. Date Tasted: April 2021; Drink: 2023 to 2031; Price: $20.00; Alcohol: 13.2%; Rating: 92 Points; Huon Hooke; The Real Review