TASTING NOTES FOR Ad Hoc Cruel Mistress Pinot Noir Western Australia 2024

🍷 Appearance
Bright ruby red with a translucent crimson hue. Lively and youthful, showing classic cool-climate Pinot clarity.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and expressive, with juicy black cherry, strawberry and raspberry.
Hints of graphite, mineral notes and gentle spice from subtle oak add complexity and intrigue.

👅 Palate
Light to medium-bodied and beautifully fruit-driven, delivering vibrant cherry, plum and berry flavours.
Fresh and lively, with a soft, flowing style supported by subtle earthy notes and fine spice.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and supple with fine, smooth tannins.
The finish is fresh, elegant and persistent, with lingering red fruit and a gentle savoury edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Western Australian Pinot Noir—bright, juicy and effortlessly drinkable.
Sourced from cool-climate regions like Pemberton and the Great Southern, it combines freshness, purity and excellent value.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast chicken, duck, salmon or mushroom dishes.
Also excellent slightly chilled for relaxed entertaining.

🥂 BBD Verdict
One of the best-value Pinot Noirs in Australia—fresh, vibrant and consistently delivers.
Perfect for mixed dozens—a stylish, easy-drinking Pinot that always overdelivers.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷