TASTING NOTES FOR Coombe Pinot Noir Yarra Valley Victoria 2022
🍷 Appearance
Bright ruby red with a vibrant garnet hue. Elegant and youthful, showing classic Yarra Valley clarity.
👃 Aromas
Lifted and perfumed, revealing raspberry, red cherry and satsuma plum.
Hints of spice, subtle oak and a light savoury edge add complexity and regional character.
👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, delivering red currant, wild raspberry and cherry.
Bright fruit purity is supported by gentle spice and a touch of savoury nuance, creating a refined and expressive palate.
🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and smooth with fine, softly structured tannins.
The finish is long and fresh, with lingering red fruit, subtle spice and a clean acid line that gives energy and length.
🍇 Overall Style
A classic Yarra Valley Pinot Noir—elegant, perfumed and medium-bodied.
Combines bright red fruit, savoury complexity and fine structure, reflecting the cool-climate precision the region is known for.
🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with duck, roast chicken, salmon or mushroom dishes.
Also excellent with charcuterie and soft cheeses.
🥂 BBD Verdict
A beautifully balanced Pinot Noir delivering elegance, freshness and real drinkability.
An excellent mixed dozen inclusion—refined, versatile and a standout for lovers of classic Yarra Valley style.
Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷
