TASTING NOTES FOR Derwent Estate Calcaire Pinot Noir 2016

🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby with a garnet edge. Concentrated and brooding in the glass, showing both density and early development.

👃 Aromas
Complex and evolving, with dark cherry, plum skin and blackberry layered over earthy notes. Hints of spice, forest floor, oak and a touch of savoury leather add depth and intrigue.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied with a structured, powerful profile. Dark fruits—black cherry and plum—are supported by spice, oak and savoury undertones. The wine shows intensity and grip, with fruit and structure working together.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Firm and structured with noticeable tannin presence. The finish is long and drying, with lingering dark fruit, spice and oak-driven complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A serious, cool-climate Tasmanian Pinot Noir—structured, complex and built for ageing. From the Calcaire (limestone-influenced) range, it reflects a terroir-driven approach with depth, tension and evolving character.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with duck, game meats, roast lamb or mushroom dishes. Also excellent with truffle-based dishes or aged cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A powerful, structured Pinot Noir—complex, savoury and built for the cellar.
Perfect for mixed dozens when you want a serious, premium Pinot with depth and ageing potential.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷