TASTING NOTES FOR Chain Of Ponds Section 400 Pinot Noir Adelaide Hills 2024

🍷 Appearance
Light crimson to ruby with a soft garnet hue. Bright and inviting, showing a classic cool-climate Pinot profile.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and complex, with cherry, strawberry and rhubarb at the forefront.
Savoury layers of roasted beetroot, wild mint and subtle spice weave through, with hints of plum and gentle oak adding depth.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and finely balanced, delivering juicy cherry, blueberry and plum fruits.
A savoury edge of spice and light stalky notes adds complexity, while subtle oak integration supports the vibrant fruit core.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and supple with fine-grained, velvety tannins and fresh acidity.
The finish is long and elegant, showing lingering red fruit, spice and a distinctive herbal lift with excellent persistence.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir—fresh, savoury and beautifully balanced.
Combines bright red fruit with earthy complexity and fine structure, making it both approachable and quietly sophisticated.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with duck, roast chicken, mushroom risotto or charcuterie. Also works beautifully with pizza or Asian-inspired dishes like fried rice.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive value Pinot Noir that delivers complexity, finesse and real drinkability.
Ideal for mixed dozens where you want a refined, cool-climate red that punches well above its price point—this is a standout everyday Pinot with serious appeal.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷