Akitu A1 Pinot Noir presents a crimson red colour with bright ruby tinges. This bold and structured Pinot Noir offers an intensely fragrant bouquet exuding powerful aromas of red cherry fruit complemented by subtle floral, cinnamon and anise nuances. This impressively deep and layered bouquet is further enriched by plenty of secondary characters like oregano, thyme, dark rose florals and smoked meats. The complex palate opens with subtle fruit. Spice and graphite flavours follow and balanced with lacy acidity, make way for a lengthy finish. The wine boasts of fine tannins. Team this elegant red wine with Edam cheese, or roast quail/rabbit.

Once again this producer provides us with a handy little number showing plenty of varietal and regional characteristics. Sticks Pinot Noir from Yarra Valley, features lovely red cherry flavours with playfull spices and charry oak influence. Lean with subtle tannins and medium finish.

Undoubtedly one of the best value Pinots on the market. Bright cherry aromas on the nose, De Bortolis Windy Peak Pinot Noir is light to medium bodied with a hint of violet and juicy cherries on the palate. High acidity well balanced with subtle dusty oak, which leaves an impressive lingering finish. And outstanding summer drink at a modest price!

Taylors produce a surprise packet of a Pinot Noir at a very attractive price. Bright cherry colour complemented by a nose of strawberry and spice. Flavours of ripe cherries follow and lingers nicely on the palate.

A fine example of cool climate Pinot Noir offering an excellent balance of lush aromas, barrel aged characters, dark fruit, fine tannins and a long, lingering finish.

Penfolds Bin 23 Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir is named after the maturation Cellar 23 at Magill Estate. Bin 23 Pinot Noir is a bold, new addition to the Bin collection and promises to be a dynamic member of the Bin family - reflecting its evolving style, regional definition and the complexities of the many & varied clones of Pinot Noir.

Sourced from some of the oldest plantings on the Martinborough Terrace, this dark, savoury wine shows aromas and flavours of black cherry with supporting notes of spice and earth, excellent structure and lingering acidity.A complex Pinot Noir with aromas of soft red and dark cherry and plum, complemented by hints of exotic spice and earthiness. On the palate, the wine is tight and structured, laced with spicy, savoury notes and a lingering, herbal acidity.

Yabby Lake's 'no expense spared' approach to viticulture and winemaking, is amply demonstrated in this super Pinot; fresh and fruity with secondary nuances, will please all Pinot lovers on a budget.

BLANK CANVAS Upton Downs Pinot Noir, Marlborough

42 Degrees South Pinot Noir has red cherry and blackcurrant aromas followed by mixed red berry flavours that linger elegantly and finish with delicate tannins and soft acid.

Tightly structured and made for the long haul. Freycinet Pinot Noir has the classic dark cherries and forest berries aroma with balanced acidity on the palate.