TASTING NOTES FOR Dexter Pinot Noir Mornington Peninsula Victoria 2023

🍷 Appearance
Bright ruby red with a vibrant crimson hue. Clear, youthful and elegant in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Highly aromatic, showing wild strawberry, red cherry and cranberry.
Lifted floral notes with hints of rose, fresh herbs and subtle spice add complexity and a classic cool-climate perfume.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully expressive, delivering layers of red berries, cherry and subtle darker fruits.
There’s a lovely balance between fruit purity and savoury nuance, with spice and a touch of herbal complexity adding depth.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and refined with fine, velvety tannins.
The finish is long and persistent, with bright acidity carrying red fruit, spice and a gentle savoury edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir—elegant, perfumed and finely structured.
Shows both vibrancy and concentration from the vintage, combining fruit intensity with finesse and regional character.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with duck, roast chicken, salmon or mushroom dishes.
Also excellent with charcuterie and soft cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive Pinot Noir delivering purity, elegance and depth.
A standout mixed dozen inclusion—refined, food-friendly and a benchmark example of modern Mornington Peninsula Pinot.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷