A classic Central Otago Pinot, with great weight and presence, and velvety fruit concentration.

RIPOSTE BY TIM KNAPPSTEIN The Sabre Pinot Noir, Adelaide Hills

Eden Rift Terraces Pinot Noir A deep red in colour with aromas of cherry liqueur, bright blackberries, bay leaf, and crushed flowers, the Eden Rift Terraces Pinot Noir has layers of cinnamon, oak, blue and red fruits, and silken tannins that build across the mid-weighted palate. Well balanced, the finish is lengthy and fresh. Handpicked and sorted, fermented wild in open-tops and aged in French oak.

Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Grand Cru Cuvée Vieilles Vignes Musigny De Vogüé and Musigny are synonymous. This the Domaines prized selection of old vines, the youngest of which are 40 years old, from their 7.2ha of the fabled Musigny. The vines are tended using organic principles, however, the Domaine does not hold an organic certification. Less than 1000 cases are produced in any vintage.

This is possibly the best value Aussie Pinot Noir on the market right now. From the gifted William Downie comes the Cathedral. Let’s start with the label. Like all of Downie’s wines, this is a perfect little understated slice of Australiana by none other than Reg Mombassa. It’s 70% Mornington Peninsula fruit, 30% King Valley. It’s bright and cheering, brimming with pure berry flavours and just a hint of spice and earth. Made with minimal intervention. Make this the beginning of your William Downie journey.

DOMAINE SYLVIE ESMONIN Cote de Nuits-Village , Burgundy