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Pinot Noir

While we continue to expand our collection of Burgundies, more and more new-world winemakers are coming to terms with this challenging variety. Australians have identified Geelong, the Yarra Valley and the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria as suited to premium Pinot Noir. More recently, Tasmania has shot up the ranks. Mount Mary, Farr Rising and Tolpuddle are names to seek out. New Zealand is also producing some compelling, full bodied wines. Look for regions like Martinborough, Marlborough and Central Otago.

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2021 Lone Star Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2022-2026)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent red colour with a light crimson red hue. Very fragrant out of the glass with scents of violets, red cherries and strawberries leading the way. Also evident are notions of fresh herbs, subtle forest floor and spice. Light in body and possessing an appealing freshness, juicy red cherry, raspberry and sour cherry fruits intermix with infusions of fresh herbs and delicate forest floor. Bright crunchy like acidity lends a tangy feel. Finely grained tannins with a vibrant red fruited conclusion.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 12.5%
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Made from 90% own-rooted MV6 planted in 1999 and 10% Pommard clone planted in 2017; 5% wholes bunches and matured in French barrique (25% new). A bright crimson purple. Fragrant and immediately appealing with its aromas of strawberry puree, raspberries and gentle spice. The bright, light- to medium-bodied palate is well weighted with crunchy and refreshing tannins, rounding out a wine that will continue to improve over the next 2-3 years if not longer. A single-vineyard Upper Yarra pinot at this price is a steal. Drink by 2027.
94 Points
Philip Rich – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion
It’s remarkable what can be achieved at 12.5% alcohol. This Upper Yarra Pinot Noir is certainly light, in both colour and flavour-depth, but it has such a keen insistence through the back palate and beyond, and such an array of flavours. Herbs of various description, woodsy spice notes, forest berries and the tang of cranberry and strawberry. It’s an inherently interesting wine, and highly engaging as a result. Drink 2024-2028+
92 Points
Campbell Mattinson – The Wine Front

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2019 Lone Star Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Located in the upper Yarra Valley on the boundary of Woori Yallock and Hoddles Creek, Lone Star vineyards was established in 1997. Grape production is sold to a number of renowned Yarra Valley winemakers with the 2017 vintage being the first commercial release under their own label. Hoddles Creek’s Franco D’Anna is in charge of winemaking.

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Very Upper Yarra. Taut, lean and structural. Red cherry and cranberry with twiggy spice notes and the essence of red roses. It has its pretty side but it’s a dry, structural wine at heart. Very dry. Its best is to come.
92+ points
Campbell Mattinson - The Wine Front

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2020 Lone Star Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2022-2025)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Re-tasted on 30/3/2022
Semi translucent, slightly cloudy red colour with a light red hue. Blossoming from the glass are perfumed like scents of violet, red cherries and winter strawberries followed by hints of fresh herbs and delicate spicy cedar. Delicious ripe red cherry and winter strawberry fruits decorate the bright palate. Infusions of fresh herbs and forest floor lie underneath. Fresh tangy like acidity and polished tannins with a lively medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 12.5%
Semi translucent bright red colour with a light crimson hue. Fragrant red cherry and winter strawberry fruits intermingle with a hint of violets, fresh herbs and subtle forest floor. Light and lively the palate has an expressive flavour profile of juicy red cherries and winter strawberries over infusions of fresh herbs, subtle forest floor and delicate spicy cedar characters. Finishes with a lick of vibrant acidity, polished tannins and an engagingly delicious red fruited aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%
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Inoculated and aged 10 months in French barriques, 25% new. It seems reds, pinot noir particularly, come loaded with acid and a lighter frame this vintage. This is simply made but it's a little beauty. A core of tangy juicy fruit, super fragrant and so juicy with shy tannins. A light red to enjoy in its youth. Spot-on. Drink by 2025.
93 points
Jane Faulkner – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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2018 Lone Star Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2019-2024)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Located in the upper Yarra Valley on the boundary of Woori Yallock and Hoddles Creek, Lone Star vineyards was established in 1997. Grape production is sold to a number of renowned Yarra Valley winemakers with the 2017 vintage being the first commercial release under their own label. Hoddles Creek’s Franco D’Anna is in charge of winemaking.
Semi translucent bright dark red colour with a light crimson red hue. Fragrant violet led scents of ripe cherry and strawberries are trailed by hints of anise, light forest floor and spicy herb notes. Light but delicious the palate is flooded with succulent cherry and strawberry fruits which have a supple feel underpinned by anise, earthy forest floor characters, infusions of dried herbs and spice. Silky smooth tannins. Excellent power wave finishing with plenty of vibrancy and a long moreish aftertaste. Another delicious offering from Lone Star Creek.
Drink over the next 4-5 years
Alc. 12.5%

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2017 Lone Star Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2019-2022)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Located in the upper Yarra Valley on the boundary of Woori Yallock and Hoddles Creek, Lone Star vineyards was established in 1997. Grape production is sold to a number of renowned Yarra Valley winemakers with the 2017 vintage being the first commercial release under their own label. Hoddles Creek’s Franco D’Anna is in charge of winemaking.

Matured for 9 months in used French oak barriques with 15% whole bunch included. Translucent bright cherry red colour with a light crimson hue. Fragrant violet laced scents of ripe cherries and strawberries drift from the glass followed by anise and infusions of fresh herbs. Light, incredibly moreish and possessing a superb power wave, delicious juicy cherry and strawberry flavours flow into subtle elements of anise and spice. Supple mouthfeel with silky tannins and a long aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2019 Lone Star Creek Vineyard Lone Star Red

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2019-2021)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

A blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Syrah. Bright dark purple core with black tinged edges and a purple red hue. Fragrant scents of violets, ripe cherries, raspberries and subtle clove are followed by some earth and fresh herb notes. Very savoury and fresh the lighter bodied palate is decorated with scrumptious dark cherry and raspberry fruits which overlay a back drop of earthy fresh herbs, infusions of violets and spice. Bright acidity, fine grained tannins and a medium to long conclusion.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2021 Long Gully Estate Single Vineyard Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2022-2027)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent red to dark red colour with black tinged edges and a light crimson hue. A fragrant combination of red to dark cherries, violets and winter strawberries are complimented by forest floor, dried meat and spicy cedar notes. Light but supple in its feel the palate is decorated with spicy dark cherry and strawberry fruits which meld into forest floor and dried herb nuances. Silky smooth tannins with a soft, savoury finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2017 Longboard Pinot Noir

Geelong, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$23. 99
Bottle
$287.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2018-2021)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent dark red colour with a light red hue. The fragrant nose dispels ripe cherry and strawberry aromas over hints of dried clove, lightly smoked cedar and spice. Light in body with a very supple mouthfeel the palate carries delicious flavours of ripe cherries and strawberries over subtle dried clove infusions, traces of forest floor and spicy cedar. Velvety tannins with a medium to long spiced cherry, strawberry, subtle dried clove and meaty cedar aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2022 Lost Farm Pinot Noir

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Minimum 6 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2023-2029)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent dark red colour with black shaded edges and a light red hue. Fragrant violet, red cherry and strawberry scents fill the nostrils with hints of anise, dried herbs and spicy cedar also evident. Light and elegant the palate features red cherry and strawberry fruits over a spicy vanillin cedar, forest floor and dried herb back drop. Fine grained tannins finishing with good freshness and a vibrant moderately powered aftertaste.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13%

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2021 Lost Farm Pinot Noir

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2022-2026)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent bright red in colour with black tinged edges and a light red hue. Freshly crushed red cherry and strawberry aromas mix with hints of violets, forest floor and fresh herb notes. Delicious red cherry and strawberry fruits meld into forest floor, fresh herb and subtle spicy cedar characters. Finishes fresh with polished tannins and a savoury red fruited aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13%

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2019 Lost Farm Pinot Noir

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$32. 99
Bottle
$395.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2021-2027)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent bright red colour with tinges of black to the edges and a light red hue. Fragrant violet, dark cherry and strawberry scents morph into distinct forest floor, dried herb and spicy cedar notes. Powering across the palate are delicious ripe cherry and strawberry fruits which are underscored by anise, forest floor and spicy cedar elements. Supple mid palate feel with slightly grainy tannins and fresh acidity providing structure. The long expressive aftertaste laced with spicy dried herb nuances.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2021 Domaine Louis Jadot Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru

Burgundy, FRANCE
$570. 00
Bottle
$6840.00 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
Moderate wood combines with cool aromas spice, violet, lilac, red currant and just enough sauvage character to be interesting. The exceptionally rich and generously proportioned flavors coat the palate with sappy dry extract on the solidly powerful yet suave bitter pit fruit-inflected finish. This is an atypical 2021 as it is more like a 2020 on the palate though without the higher ripeness levels. Excellent development potential here. Drink through 2033+.
92-94 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
There are only seven barrels of the 2021 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos Saint-Jacques (Domaine Louis Jadot), an attractively sensual wine evocative of cherries, plums, orange zest, smoke and spices. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with a sweet core of fruit, powdery tannins and a penetrating finish, its quality is some compensation for the lack of quantity.
92-94 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)
The 2021 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru shows just a tiny reduction on the nose, reluctantly opening with brambly red fruit, undergrowth and Earl Grey aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins. It's quite "racy" in the mouth and a little tarry toward the finish. Presents good depth and length, though I find myself drawn more towards the Gevrey 1er Cru. Just needs to find its "groove". Drink 2026 - 2040.
90-92 points
Neal Martin - Vinous
Although initially restrained on the nose, this opens nicely with time. It shows a medium-deep colour and ripe, lush cherry fruit with a floral edge on the palate. The tannins are firm but not overly so. As it is nearly every year, this is a reliable, rewarding example of this premier cru. It comes from the one hectare the domaine owns in the centre of the Clos. The grapes are destemmed and carefully fermented to achieve this subtle elegance. Drink 2025 - 2040.
94 points
Charles Curtis MW - Decanter

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2021 Domaine Louis Jadot Chambolle-Musigny Les Fuees Premier Cru

Burgundy, FRANCE
$335. 00
Bottle
$4020.00 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
This is aromatically similar to the Baudes but as is typically the case, it's noticeably spicier. The highly seductive medium-bodied flavors possess a gorgeous mouthfeel along with a bit more minerality though not the same power, all wrapped in an even firmer, overtly austere and beautifully complex finale. Here too extended patience will be necessary as this is quite tightly wound. Drink through 2033+.
91-93 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
The 2021 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Fuées (Domaine Louis Jadot) opens in the glass with aromas of sweet red berries, orange zest, rose petals and spices, followed by a medium to full-bodied, lively, concentrated palate that's taut and structured, concluding with a penetrating, mineral finish.
91-93 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)
The 2021 Chambolle-Musigny Les Fuées 1er Cru shows more reduction than the Les Baudes, and consequently, I find this warm and more difficult to read. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, more sorbet-like than the Les Baudes and slightly candied towards the finish but without quite the same pedigree. However, it should still drink well for a number of years. Drink 2024 - 2038.
90-92 points
Neal Martin - Vinous
The wonderful nose of summer flowers and candied orange pulls you into this concentrated and well-structured Chambolle-Musigny. Lots of savory and earthy complexity here. Still needs time due to the chalky tannins at the long finish. Drinkable now, but best from 2025.
95 points
Stuart Pigott - jamessuckling.com

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2021 Domaine des Heritiers (Louis Jadot) Corton-Pougets Grand Cru

Burgundy, FRANCE
$315. 00
Bottle
$3780.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
A wonderfully pure and equally cool nose grudgingly offers up its combination of red cherry, kirsch, crushed fennel, spice and a smoky hint. There is notably better volume and mid-palate density to the larger-bodied flavors that exude evident minerality on the tautly muscular, youthfully austere and more complex finale. As is usually the case, this is a combination of refinement and focused power that should age gracefully over the next 12 to 15 years. Drink through 2033+.
91-93 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
Aromas of sweet red berries, plums, peonies and spices introduce the 2021 Corton-Pougets Grand Cru (Domaine des Héritiers Jadot), a medium to full-bodied, rich and ample wine with a deep core of fruit, sweet structuring tannins and a long, mouthwatering finish. This cuvée is always a strong suit chez Jadot, and this year is no exception.
91-93 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Feb 01, 2023)
The 2021 Corton-Pougets Grand Cru has a wonderful bouquet with transparent red cherry, raspberry and floral notes. This wine is classy and seductive. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins. It's lithe and agile in the mouth with a mineral undertow towards the finish. Often one of Jadot's classiest offerings, this Pougets is no different and one of their stars in 2021. Drink 2025 - 2045.
94-96 points
Neal Martin - Vinous
Lovely, ripe plum fruit aromas with notes of earth and smoke feature prominently on the nose of this firm, tannic wine with fresh acidity and abundant extract. The grapes come from a domaine-owned parcel at mid-slope next to Le Charlemagne. Jadot is the last producer to isolate this lieu-dit, which is often used for white wine. The structure and freshness of this wine demonstrate that it makes a very interesting red as well. Drink 2025 - 2045.
93 points
Charles Curtis MW - Decanter

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2020 Domaine des Heritiers (Louis Jadot) Corton Pougets Grand Cru

Burgundy, FRANCE
$270. 00
Bottle
$3240.00 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
Once again a moderate but not generous wood treatment stops short of overshadowing the slightly more elegant nose of black raspberry coulis, spice and warm earth scents. By contrast, the mouthfeel of the medium weight flavors is notably finer compared to the Clos du Roi or Grèves while retaining excellent punch, detail and persistence on the balanced finale. Despite the greater refinement, this too is clearly built-to-age and extended patience will be required even though this might well be approachable after 8 to 10 years has passed. Drink from 2035+.
92-94 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
The 2020 Corton-Pougets Grand Cru (Domaine des Héritiers Jadot) is excellent, mingling aromas of cherries and raspberries with notions of raw cocoa, orange rind, warm spices and smoke. Full-bodied, velvety and layered, it's deep and concentrated, with powdery tannins, bright acids and a long, resonant finish.
93-95 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 2022)
The 2020 Corton-Pougets Grand Cru is often one of Jadot’s strongest cards amongst the Côte de Beaune reds and this is no different. It has a captivating bouquet with earthy red fruit, graphite, just a faint hint of menthol that emerges with time. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, lightly spiced with a dash of white pepper towards the sustained finish. It will require several years in bottle to show its best, but it will be worth waiting for. Drink 2027-2050.
94-96 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

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2019 Domaine des Heritiers (Louis Jadot) Corton Pougets Grand Cru

Burgundy, FRANCE
$250. 00
Bottle
$3000.00 Dozen

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
This is actually quite aromatically similar to the Corton-Grèves though with a bit more elegance. The elegance continues onto the sleekly muscular middle weight flavors that also exude evident minerality on the moderately austere finale that offers both very fine depth and length. This also possess excellent development potential and is a wine that's going to need at least a decade first. Drink 2036+.
92-94 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
The 2019 Corton-Pougets Grand Cru (Domaine des Héritiers Jadot) is excellent, unwinding in the glass with notes of cherries, plums, orange rind, dark chocolate, sweet spices and toasty new oak. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and layered, it's deep and concentrated, with broad shoulders and rich, powdery structuring tannins. As usual, this is a fine proposition for the medium- to long-haul.
93-95 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Jan 2021)
The 2019 Corton-Pougets Grand Cru was ever so slightly reduced on the nose, but opens with time to reveal quite intense black fruit laced with vanilla. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, very good weight and a fine bead of acidity. This conveys the most energy of the three Corton Grand Crus from Jadot that I tasted. Velvety texture on the finish. Lovely. Just one used barrel produced. Drink 2023 - 2040.
92-94 points
Neal Martin - Vinous
Attractive mid crimson. A fuller plumper bouquet than the Grèves, as the fruit appears riper. Still shows up with some tannins at the back. At the moment the fruit is showing a little bit too much ripeness for classical tastes, but this is still a good wine.
91-93 points
Jasper Morris - Inside Burgundy

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2021 Lowestoft Woodlands Single Vineyard Pinot Noir

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Lowestoft is one of Tasmania’s most exciting producers, home to some of the region’s oldest vines, planted in 1986 just outside Hobart. Since Kiwi-born Liam McElhinney took the reins in 2020, the estate’s reputation has soared—most notably with La Maison Pinot Noir, which took out the prestigious Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy in 2023. With mature vines, precision winemaking and growing acclaim, Lowestoft is fast becoming a producer to watch in Tasmanian wine.
Hand-picked and wild fermented with 10% whole clusters, the 2021 Woodlands Pinot saw gentle pumpovers and 15 days on skins before ageing 11 months in 500L French oak (30% new). Expect ripe raspberry and crimson cherry, with violet florals and cinnamon spice unfolding over a supple, velvety frame. A poised, elegant single-vineyard expression with fine structure and luminous depth.
Alc. 13.5%
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Pinot noir sourced from the Woodlands vineyard in the Coal River Valley. Bright cherry fruit studded with spice, pomegranate, pressed flowers, cranberry, mountain herbs and subtle undergrowth at the core. There is a pleasing depth to the dark cherry and wild strawberry fruits with fine powdery tannins, a bright mineral-laden line and a composed, savoury swish of the tail on the exit. Drink 2023-2030.
95 Points
Dave Brookes - Halliday's Australian Wine Companion

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2023 Lowestoft La Maison Pinot Noir

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$135. 00
Bottle
$1620.00 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Lowestoft is one of Tasmania’s most exciting producers, home to some of the region’s oldest vines, planted in 1986 just outside Hobart. Since Kiwi-born Liam McElhinney took the reins in 2020, the estate’s reputation has soared—most notably with La Maison Pinot Noir, which took out the prestigious Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy in 2023. With mature vines, precision winemaking and growing acclaim, Lowestoft is fast becoming a producer to watch in Tasmanian wine.
The 2023 La Maison is Lowestoft’s flagship Pinot Noir and a benchmark of Tasmanian winemaking. Crafted from whole bunches and matured in 500L French oak (25% new), it builds on the legacy of last year’s Jimmy Watson-winning release. Expect a layered nose of raspberry, pomegranate and cherry blossom, followed by a palate of dense red fruits, dried herbs and subtle spice, framed by fine tannins and elegant length.
Alc. 13.5%
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The 2023 La Maison Pinot Noir is complex and savory, textural and fine. The vineyard is positioned in an urban setting on the banks of the River Derwent overlooking the MONA museum, and the vines were close-planted (8,300 vines per hectare) in 1986 with an interesting trellis arrangement. The wine is layered with rose petals and cherries, fennel seeds and tapenade. It's lovely. The 2023 season was the last of three La Niña years, and here the wine shows ethereal delicacy, which works so nicely with the conditions of the season. Or perhaps because of the season. 13.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. Drink 2026-2036.
96 points
Erin Larkin - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Made with 100% whole cluster, pressed directly to 500L French oak puncheons (15% new) for 13 months. There's a lot going on here – all of it good. Bright red cherry, red plum and raspberry pip tones with hints of cocoa powder, pomegranate, Chinese barbecue joint, amaro, souk-like spice, leaf litter, struck flint, XO sauce, shiitake broth and earth. Pure and spicy red fruits, fine, powdery tannins and a mineral-laden acidity that seems to pull the flavours forward on the palate, finishing long, savoury and true with everything plumb and tickety boo. Just lovely. Drink 2024-2036.
96 Points
Dave Brookes - Halliday's Australian Wine Companion

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2022 Lowestoft La Maison Pinot Noir

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$135. 00
Bottle
$1620.00 Dozen

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

The 2022 Tasmanian vintage saw one of the coolest and wettest Octobers on record, reducing yields by 30-40%. A cooler ripening season led to wines with intense fruit concentration, higher acidity, and greater elegance. Hand-picked fruit was de-stemmed into 1.5T open-top fermenters, with up to 100% whole clusters added. Natural fermentation occurred with no additives, and gentle pump-overs twice daily were used to avoid over-extraction. After 21 days on skins, the wine was pressed into 500L French oak puncheons (15% new) and aged for 13 months with minimal intervention before bottling.
Alc. 14%
Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy for Most Outstanding Young Red
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Boom! You'll probably have to scurry around to secure some bottles of this, as it won the coveted Jimmy Watson Trophy at the 2023 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards, but it is worth the hunt. It's a beautiful wine with a brilliant ruby hue in the glass and aromas of ripe dark cherry, dried cranberry and raspberry coulis underlined by hints of souk-like spice, amaro herbs from the whole-bunch component, pomegranate, tea leaves, char siu, dried citrus rind, sage and Peking duck. Wonderfully composed and silken on the palate with pitch-perfect fruit expression and bunch tannins; textural and complex with a lacy, mineral acid cadence and a finish that lingers for a long time with exotic spice and pure red and dark fruits. Such a beauty. Drink 2023 - 2043.
98 Points
Dave Brookes - Halliday's Australian Wine Companion

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2021 Lowestoft Estate Pinot Noir

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$67. 99
Bottle
$815.88 Dozen

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

Spring winds during budburst led to low vine yields, while cooler temperatures extended the ripening period, this combined with the dry conditions produced some excellent quality fruit. The 2021 Pinot Noir was made from hand-picked parcels from the Lowestoft estate vineyard in the Derwent Valley (74%), the East Coast (24%), and the Huon Valley (2%). Batches were fermented separately in open-top fermenters, with up to 25% whole bunches included. Gentle hand plunging and occasional pump-overs resulted in a vibrant color and lifted aroma. The wine was matured in large-format French oak (30% new) for 10 months before being blended and bottled with minimal fining and filtration.
Alc. 14%
Other Reviews....
A bright, complex pinot noir sourced from a number of vineyards, predominately the Lowestoft site overlooking the Derwent River. Pure red and dark cherry, raspberry and wild strawberry fruits with hints of Chinese barbecue shop, five-spice, teacake, mushroom, purple floral and subtle leaf litter tones. There is a nice sense of space and clarity in this wine, fine acidity providing the pulse and a sustained red-fruited finish studded with game, amaro and spice. Drink 2023 - 2030.
95 Points
Dave Brookes - Halliday's Australian Wine Companion

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2022 Lucien Muzard & Fils Bourgogne

Burgundy, FRANCE
$54. 99
Bottle
$659.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2024-2029)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Nine generations of Muzards precede Claude and Hervé, who today control Domaine Lucien Muzard across 16 ha of vineyards in Santenay, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny Montrachet and Pommard. The family can trace its roots back to 1645, but it was not until the two sons, Claude and Herve took over the domaine from Lucien in 1995 that it began bottling at the estate rather than selling to négociants.
Fruit is sourced from parcels in Maranges and in Santenay, plus a one hectare parcel in the Hautes Côtes with ageing taking place in tank (30%) and the balance in barrel (of which 15% is new).
Bright red to dark red colour with black toned edges and a vibrant red hue. Perfumed violet like aromas are followed by red cherry, red raspberry, fresh herb, forest floor and spice notes. Light and energetic, delicious red cherry and strawberry fruits drive the palate over an earthy provincial herb back drop. Fresh acidity and fine grained tannins. Medium powered it finishes elegant and savoury.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2018 Lucien Muzard & Fils Bourgogne

Burgundy, FRANCE
$36. 99
Bottle
$443.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2022-2026)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Nine generations of Muzards precede Claude and Hervé, who today control Domaine Lucien Muzard across 16 ha of vineyards in Santenay, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny Montrachet and Pommard. The family can trace its roots back to 1645, but it was not until the two sons, Claude and Herve took over the domaine from Lucien in 1995 that it began bottling at the estate rather than selling to négociants.
Fruit is sourced from parcels in Maranges and in Santenay, plus a one hectare parcel in the Hautes Côtes with ageing taking place in tank (30%) and the balance in barrel (of which 15% is new). Deep dark red colour with black shaded edges and a dark red hue. Spicy red cherry aromas are followed by dried herb, earth, dried meat and subtle black olive notes. Light and fresh across the palate with crunchy like red cherry and winter strawberry fruits to the fore. Lying underneath are earthy graphite like characters, a touch of meatiness and spicy dried herbs. Bright acidity with slightly gritty tannins and an elegant aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2017 Lucien Muzard & Fils Bourgogne

Burgundy, FRANCE
$32. 99
Bottle
$395.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2021-2025)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Dark red in colour with subtle tinges of black to the edges and a light red hue. Sour to red cherry and wild strawberry scents intermingle with gamey notes, forest floor, fresh herbs and subtle spicy cedar. Light, fresh and elegant the palate sports bright red fruits over forest floor, spicy cedar and infusions of fresh herbs. Fine grained tannins with a delicate and vibrant aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2016 Lucien Muzard & Fils Bourgogne

Burgundy, FRANCE
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2020-2025)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Nine generations of Muzards precede Claude and Hervé, who today control Domaine Lucien Muzard across 16 ha of vineyards in Santenay, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny Montrachet and Pommard. The family can trace its roots back to 1645, but it was not until the two sons, Claude and Herve took over the domaine from Lucien in 1995 that it began bottling at the estate rather than selling to négociants.

Regarded as one of the best value producers in Burgundy.

Fruit is sourced from parcels in Maranges and in Santenay, plus a one hectare parcel in the Hautes Côtes with ageing taking place in tank (30%) and the balance in barrel (of which 15% is new). Semi translucent bright red core with a light red hue. Aromas of dark cherries and strawberries are intermeshed with forest floor, game and spicy cedar notes. Savoury red cherry and winter strawberry fruits have an elegant and supple feel across the lighter bodied palate with elements of forest floor, fresh herbs and subtle spicy cedar the undercard. A lick of fresh acidity complements the silky tannins as it moves into a medium length aftertaste that’s quite moreish. Hard to imagine a better value Bourgogne.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2014 Lucien Muzard & Fils Bourgogne Pinot Noir

Burgundy, FRANCE
$37. 99
Bottle
$455.88 Dozen

Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2021-2022)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent bright dark red colour with a crimson red hue. Aromas of violets, red cherries and strawberries laced with a hint of earth stem from the glass. A light meatiness and spicy cedar ensue. Light with bright acidity the palate is flavoured with fresh red cherries, strawberries and traces of sour cherries over a subtle meatiness, earthy cedar and spice. Dry vibrant finish with fine grained tannins. Aftertaste of red cherries, sour cherries, subtle infusions of fresh herbs, traces of meatiness and spice.
Cellar 4-5 years.
Alc 12.5%

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2015 Lucien Muzard & Fils Bourgogne

Burgundy, FRANCE
$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2021-2022)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent dark red colour with a bright crimson red hue. Fragrant aromas of ripe red cherries and strawberries intermix with a hint of sour cherries, violets and dried herbs followed by light earth and spicy cedar. Light, pretty and savoury the elegantly textured palate features flavours of crushed red cherries and strawberries infused with violets over a back drop of dried herbs and spicy cedar. Ends with vibrant fresh acidity that’s almost crunchy and slightly dryish but finely grained tannins. Aftertaste of red cherries, traces of sour cherries, strawberries, infusions of violet and spicy dried herbs.
Cellar 4-5 years.
Alc 12.5%

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2019 Luna Eclipse Pinot Noir

Martinborough, NEW ZEALAND
$46. 99
Bottle
$563.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2023-2028)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

Matured for 1 year in French oak puncheons of which 20% were new with a small portion of whole bunch included in the ferment. Deep dark red colour with black shaded edges and a dark red hue. Fragrant dark cherry and strawberry scents infused with violets fill the nostrils followed by anise, earth, subtle dried herbs and spicy cedar. Rich dark plum, anise and strawberry fruits are delivered with intensity and have an expansive supple feel. Toasty oak, earth, dried herbs and spice linger through the generous finish. Velvet smooth tannins with a long fleshy aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 14%
Other Reviews….
Nice people at Luna Estate, doing nice things. So that’s nice. Here we have a wine from 1992 plantings, with a bit of whole bunch and 15% new oak.
Cherry and plum, baking spice, coffee grounds and clay, and lively dried herb and green capsicum top note. It’s plush, a bit savoury, quite a fleshy feel in the mouth, rich cocoa tannin, a subtle dried orange peel bitterness, and crushed rock kind of thing happening on the finish. I like that it doesn’t feel too forced, nor trying too hard. Nice expression of vineyard here. A charmer. Drink 2021-2027.
94 points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

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2018 Luna Pinot Noir

Martinborough, NEW ZEALAND
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2021-2027)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Deep dark red colour with black tinged edges and a bright red hue. Fragrant ripe strawberry, raspberry and plum scents meld into anise and subtle spicy cedar notes. Fleshy and bright in its feel, the light to mid weighted palate has a juicy flavour profile of plum and strawberry fruits over anise, light toasty oak and spice. Finishes with lively acidity, velvety tannins and a delicious aftertaste.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13%

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2016 Luna Pinot Noir

Martinborough, NEW ZEALAND
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2022-2023)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent bright dark red core with a light purple red hue. The nose shows excellent intensity with primary fruit aromas of raspberry jubes and plum laced with violet scents dominate over vanillin cedar and a hint of spice. Fruity with a supple mid palate, ripe cherry, plum and raspberry flavours lead the way over a back drop of lightly spiced vanillin cedar. A touch simple it finishes with bright acidity and finely grained tannins. Aftertaste of juicy red fruits and spicy vanillin cedar.
Cellar 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2022 Luna Estate Pinot Noir

Martinborough, NEW ZEALAND
$24. 99
Bottle
$299.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Rich and mouth filling with a fleshy texture.
Dark red core with black toned edges and a light red to red hue. Ripe dark cherry, plum and anise aromas mix with hints of dried herbs, earth and spicy cedar. Rich mouth filling dark plum, ripe cherry, strawberry and anise flavours are layered across the mid weighted palate. Spicy cedar, earth and dried herb elements the undercard. Concentrated and fleshy textured it has polished yet underlyingly sturdy tannins. Concludes long, ripe and spicy.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2019 Luna Estate Blue Rock Pinot Noir

Martinborough, NEW ZEALAND
$44. 99
Bottle
$539.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2023-2027)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Includes 15% whole bunch fruit with aging taking place in French oak puncheons of which 20% were new. Deep dark red core with black shaded edges and a red to dark red hue. Elevated violet, dark cherry and anise aromas drift out of the glass followed by some dried herb, forest floor and spice. Juicy dark cherry and strawberry fruits fill the mouth with notions of anise, earth, dried herbs and spicy cedar lying underneath. Fleshy mouth feel and polished tannins with a ripe dark fruited conclusion.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13.5%
Other Reviews…..
Sourced from 1986, 1995 and 1996 plantings, with 20% new oak.
Lovely unforced feel to this wine. Fragrant with bergamot, red cherry, a little spice and a mulchy earthy character. It’s lush and quietly juicy, a little orange peel punctuates the squishy red fruits, with fine silty tannin, and a succulent finish with a smattering of amaro herb and tang. Lovely drink. Good now, too. Drink 2021-2027+
93 Points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

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2019 Luna Estate Pinot Noir

Martinborough, NEW ZEALAND
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2021-2024)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

Deep dark red black colour with a dark red hue. Spicy dark plum and anise scents mix with dried herb and vanillin cedar notes. The plump, medium bodied palate is filled with rich dark plum, dark cherry and anise flavours which overlay a dried herb, earth and spicy cedar back drop. Slightly dryish finish with a sturdy tannin structure and ripe mid length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 14%

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2021 Luna Wines Pinot Noir

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2023-2027)

ABV: 13.3%

Closure: Stelvin

Fermented with 50% whole bunches and matured in French oak (15%) new for a period of 12 months. Dark red in colour with black shaded edges and a bright red hue. Escaping the glass is a fragrant mix of violet, red cherry, strawberry and clove scents trailed by some earth and spice. Light, vibrant and juicy the palate is decorated with red cherry, strawberry and red plum fruits which sit over a clove and forest floor back drop. Polished tannins finishing fresh with a spicy and succulent red fruited aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13.3%

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2017 Lyons Will Pinot Noir

Macedon Ranges, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$37. 99
Bottle
$455.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2021-2026)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Diam Cork

Semi translucent dark red colour with black tinged edges and a bright light red hue. Delicate winter strawberry and red cherry aromas are complimented by a whiff of sour cherries, fresh herbs, subtle forest floor and spice. Light in body and beaming with freshness the palate is delicately flavoured with crunchy red cherry and winter strawberry fruits which are underscored by infusions of fresh herbs, stalky characters and spicy cedar. Vibrant acidity and fine grained tannins with a bright, elegant medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%

Other Reviews….
Macedon pinot noir from vines over 20+ years old.
It’s a meaty Pinot Noir with good depth and reach. It looks light-ish and it certainly has a cranberried aspect but bacon, Black Forest cake, twiggy spice and sweet herb/rose-bush characters are arranged in number. It’s spicy, dry, meshed with fine-grained tannin and satisfying. It’s just starting to evolve; it will be interesting to see where it ends up. Drink by 2027.
92 points
Campbell Mattinson - The Wine Front (June 2020)

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2023 Mac Forbes Yarra Valley Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$37. 99
Bottle
$455.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2024-2028)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Dark red core with black toned edges and a vibrant light red hue. The nose features a perfumed aromatic profile of violets, sour to red cherries, winter strawberries and anise followed by hints of clove, fresh herbs and spice. Fresh and energised the savoury palate features sour to red cherry and winter strawberry fruits over a back drop of anise, clove, infusions of Mediterranean herbs and spicy earth. Lively acidity and polished tannins with a bright sour to red cherry fruited finish.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 12.5%
Other Reviews…..
A blend of eight vineyards. Whole bunches (20%) matured in seasoned barriques and some puncheons. A light, bright crimson. Redolent of red cherries, blood oranges and spice. The palate is youthful and brightly fruited, with discreet yet crunchy tannins adding subtle grip. Drink by 2028.
93 Points
Philip Rich – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion
Clay loams with some granite, from around the Yarra Valley. Mac is a bit off red volcanic soils for his wines. I asked him about vintage 2023, and he offers “I fucking love it. Cool, small yields and wet. But good substance. Slow run to ripeness. And maybe the best vintage to date for us.” To paraphrase. Beautiful floral rosy/violet perfume, leaps out of the glass. Red fruit, red cherry, a good amount of flavour, fine acidity, light soft chew to crushed rock tannin, lively on the finish and long too. What a delight. This wine really delivers the goods. It’s pure Pinot Noir. Drink 2024-2032+
94 Points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

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2021 Mac Forbes Yarra Junction Village Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2022-2028)

ABV: 11%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent bright red colour with a very light red hue. A fragrant mix of violets, red cherries and winter strawberries are followed by some fresh herb, forest floor and delicate spicy cedar notes. Light weight and very elegant the palate features crunchy red cherry and winter strawberry fruits over infusions of fresh herbs and spice. Lively acidity and finely grained tannins with a finish that’s fresh, focused and minerally.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 11%

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2021 Mac Forbes Coldstream Village Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2022-2028)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent red to dark red colour with a light red hue. Fragrant rose petal, red cherry and strawberry aromas fill the nostrils with forest floor, fresh herb and sappy cedar notes also chiming in. Light, fresh and elegantly styled the palate features red cherry, winter strawberry and rhubarb flavours over sappy cedar, forest floor and spicy fresh herb infusions. Slightly tangy acidity with a fine tannin structure and delicate yet savoury conclusion.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12%

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2021 Mac Forbes Pinot Noir

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2022-2027)

ABV: 11.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Semi translucent red colour with a light red hue. Fragrant violet, red cherry, strawberry and subtle anise aromas are intermeshed with dried herbs, forest floor and spice. Fresh and light in weight the palate has a savoury profile of red cherries and delicate rhubarb over forest floor, infusions of fresh herbs and spice. Bright finish with polished tannins and an elegant aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 11.5%

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2018 Mad Fish Pinot Noir

Great Southern, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$17. 99
Bottle
$215.88 Dozen

Cellar: 2 - 3 Years (2021-2022)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Bright dark red colour with black tinged edges showing good depth and a youthful red hue. Aromas of violets, ripe red cherries and strawberries stream out of the glass with subtle fresh herb and spice notes also evident. Vibrant ripe red cherry and strawberry flavours have a supple juicy feel with light spicy anise and fresh herb infusions ensuing. Good length. Velvety tannins finishing with a lick of bright acidity a moreish medium length aftertaste. Simple but delicious.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2014 Mahana Gravity Pinot Noir

Nelson, NEW ZEALAND
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: 3 - 4 Years (2020-2021)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

Certified organic this wine was matured for 12 months in older French oak barriques. Good depth of colour displaying a deep dark red black tinged core with a bright dark red hue. Fragrant ripe black cherry aromas infused with anise overlay some toasty oak, subtle earth and spice. Medium bodied the spicy palate is filled with juicy black cherry and plum flavours followed by anise and spicy scorched earth characters. Slightly dryish on the finish with fine grained tannins. Spicy aftertaste of black cherries, anise and scorched earth.
Cellar 3-4 years.
Alc 14%

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2014 Mahana Clays & Gravels Pinot Noir

Nelson, NEW ZEALAND
$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: 2 - 3 Years (2019-2020)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Certified organic with 60% whole bunches included. Maturation took place in French oak barriques (25% new) for 18 months. Deep dark red colour with black tinged edges and a dark red hue. Perfumed aromas of ripe dark cherries and plums laced with hints of violets and anise are followed by some toasty vanillin oak and spice. Light with a drying finish the palate has flavours of dark cherries, incense infusions and plums that are overlaid by toasty oak followed by some spicy earth. Dry dusty finish with grainy tannins. Moderate aftertaste of spicy dark cherries, earth, toasty oak and subtle incense infusions.
Cellar 2-3 years.
Alc 13.5%

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2021 Main & Cherry Pinot Noir

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
Reduced from $27.99
$23. 99
Bottle
$287.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2022-2027)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Whole bunch fermented and aged in French oak for 6 months. Semi translucent slightly cloudy red colour with a light red hue. Fragrant sour to red cherry, winter strawberry and fresh herb scents combine with hints of clove, forest floor and spicy cedar. Delicious red cherry and strawberry fruits have an energetic feel with a dash of sour cherries also present. Lively acidity and polished tannins with subtle notions of dried herbs, forest floor and spice lying underneath. Excellent intensity with a long bright red fruited conclusion.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13%

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2022 Main Divide Pinot Noir

North Canterbury, NEW ZEALAND
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Minimum 6 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2026-2029)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

A savoury Pinot with lively acidity and a meaty, spiced dried herb finish.
Semi translucent dark red colour with black toned edges and a red hue. Spicy cherry and rhubarb scents are trailed by some bramble, dried herb, smoked meat and forest floor notes. Savoury red cherry and rhubarb flavours are interwoven with clove, brambly cedar, forest floor and spice characters. Slightly grainy tannins and lively acidity with a meaty, spiced dried herb finish.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%
Other Reviews……
Deep ruby in the glass with aromas of macerated cherry, red plum, raspberry and wild strawberry fruits with hints of spice, meadow herbs, smoked meats, pressed flowers, mocha and earth. Flighty and herb flecked on the palate with a swoosh of sour cherry, tight, chalky tannin and bright acidity. Drink by 2032.
92 Points
Dave Brookes - James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion
This has grilled porcini mushroom and smoky, earthy undertones to the red fruit aromas. It’s tangy and flavorful on the medium-bodied palate. Sleek, smoky finish. Sustainable. Drink now. Screw cap.
92 Points
JamesSuckling.com

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2019 Main Divide Pinot Noir

North Canterbury, NEW ZEALAND
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2022-2027)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Matured for 18 months in French oak barrels. Dark red in colour with black shaded edges and a dark red hue. Elevated spicy red and dark cherry scents intermingle with some strawberry, anise, forest floor and dried herb notes. Delicious dark cherry, strawberry and anise flavours have a spicy back drop with notions of forest floor and dried herbs also present. Fine grained tannins provide good structure. Fleshy and powerful with a long spicy forest floor and dried herb infused aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2018 Main Divide Pinot Noir

North Canterbury, NEW ZEALAND
$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2020-2025)

ABV: 13.8%

Closure: Stelvin

Main Divide is the second label of Pegasus Bay, their Pinot regularly excelling in the value for money stakes. Produced using traditional Burgundian winemaking methods, various blocks were picked at different stages to ensure a mix of red and dark fruit flavours. Approximately 25% of the grapes were put at the bottom of the fermentation vats as whole bunches, with the balance being destemmed on top, retaining as many whole berries as possible. Maturation took place in French oak barriques, sourced from Burgundian coopers, for a period of 18 months. Approximately 35% of the oak was new.

Rich and fleshy, this is a fuller style of Pinot that shows plenty of torque.

Deep dark red colour with black tinged edges and a dark red hue. A flurry of ripe dark to black cherries, plum and anise aromas shows plenty of intensity as it wafts thru the nostrils. Also present are inviting elements of light smoky cedar, forest floor, violet and dried herbs. A rich, medium bodied style of Pinot, the palate is generously flavoured with dark cherry, plum and ripe strawberry fruits that have a juicy like quality. Supple in its feel and possessing plenty of power, nuances of anise, lightly toasted cedar and spicy dried herbs move in on the back half. Polished tannins, concluding long, rich and very moreish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13.8%

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2016 Main Divide Pinot Noir

North Canterbury, NEW ZEALAND
$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2024-2025)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Matured for 18 months in French oak this a rich, fuller style of Pinot Noir. Very deep dark red colour with black tinged edges and a dark red hue. Perfumed violet and anise scents wrap themselves around dark to black cherry and ripe strawberry fruit notes with some toasty oak and spicy dried herbs in tow. Ripe mouthfilling flavours of ripe black cherries, strawberry and anise have generous fruit weight overlaying a smoky oak, subtle dried herb and spicy earth background. Rich, concentrated and juicy with robust yet velvety tannins. Excellent power wave with a long black cherry, anise, toasty oak, earth and spicy dried herb aftertaste.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2015 Main Divide Pinot Noir

North Canterbury, NEW ZEALAND
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2023-2024)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

Matured for 18 months in French oak. Deep dark red colour with black tinged edges and a dark red hue. Intense ripe dark cherry and anise scents are trailed by subtlety smoked cedar, forest floor, some meatiness and spicy fresh herb notes. Rich ripe dark to black cherry and anise flavours sit over a back drop of toasty oak, dried meats and spice. Good fleshy mouthfeel with velvet like tannins that nonetheless have an underlying sturdiness. Finishes medium to long with spicy dark to black cherries, anise, toasty oak and subtle dried herbs.
Cellar 4-5 years.
Alc. 14%

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2014 Main Divide Pinot Noir

Canterbury, NEW ZEALAND
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2022-2023)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Matured for 18 months in French oak. Deep bright dark red colour with black tinged edges and a dark red hue. Fragrant ripe dark cherry and dark plum aromas are overlaid by some anise and toasty oak with spicy dried herb notes. Medium bodied, supplely textured flavours of ripe dark cherries and dark plums laced with anise show good richness. Underscoring these are ripe strawberries, lightly toasted cedar and spice. Slightly dryish finish with very finely grained almost velvet like tannins. Excellent weight and richness with a long aftertaste of spicy dark cherries, ripe dark plums, subtle anise and lightly toasted cedar.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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An obsession with a fickle varietal.

Once you experience it, you never forget it. For some wine lovers, Pinot Noir becomes an obsession. While promising one of world's greatest wine experiences, it can also deliver some of the most disappointing. What is it about Pinot that makes it so frustratingly variable? There are known quality factors which offer encouragement to winemakers. Micro-climates have been observed to play an important part in a successful matrix, particularly the diurnal temperature range. Pinot Noir is a little like Riesling, in the sense that it requires warm, but not overly hot days and cool nights to fully develop its maximum flavour potential. Sunshine hours, rainfall, time and rate of precipitation are all important. Countering this is the fact that the same clone will not respond to differences in micro-climate in the same way. Older vines make better wines. Creative and adaptive viticultural management and winemaking are essential. Buy Pinot Noir online. Any questions about our products or shipping? Please feel free to get in touch by calling us directly on 1800 069 295 or by emailing [email protected] and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Browse and buy Pinot Noir online, spend more than $200 and you'll qualify for free delivery to most of Australia.

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