TASTING NOTES FOR Holm Oak The Wizard Pinot Noir Tasmania 2018

🍷 Appearance
Medium to deep ruby with a slight brick hue beginning to emerge. Rich and inviting in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Complex and layered, showing dark cherry, plum and wild strawberry.
Hints of spice, forest floor and earthy undertones combine with subtle floral notes and well-integrated French oak.

👅 Palate
Powerful yet refined, delivering concentrated dark cherry and red plum with depth and intensity.
A structured core of tannin and vibrant acidity supports the fruit, with savoury elements and spice adding further complexity.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Medium-bodied with fine, silky yet structured tannins.
The finish is long and persistent, with lingering dark fruit, spice and a subtle earthy savouriness.

🍇 Overall Style
A more serious, age-worthy Tasmanian Pinot Noir—richer and more structured than typical styles.
Combines power, elegance and complexity, with the ability to evolve beautifully in bottle over time.

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

🥂 BBD Verdict
A premium, cellar-worthy Pinot Noir that delivers depth, structure and serious complexity.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a step-up Pinot that overdelivers on quality and will reward both now and with age.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷