TASTING NOTES FOR Pocketwatch Pinot Noir Victoria Australia 2024

🍷 Appearance
Bright ruby red with a youthful crimson hue. Light to medium intensity, showing clarity and vibrancy in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Fragrant and fruit-driven, with lifted notes of cherry, raspberry and strawberry. Subtle earthy, forest floor nuances add complexity, alongside hints of spice and gentle oak.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and juicy, delivering ripe cherry, raspberry and plum flavours. The palate is soft and approachable, with a touch of spice and vanilla adding warmth and depth.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and velvety, with fine, soft tannins providing structure without heaviness. The finish is clean and easy-drinking, with lingering red fruit, spice and a gentle savoury edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Australian Pinot Noir—fruit-forward, soft and highly approachable. Combines bright red fruit with subtle savoury complexity, making it an easy, everyday drinking style with broad appeal.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast chicken, duck, grilled salmon or mushroom dishes. Also ideal with charcuterie, soft cheeses or light pasta.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A reliable, crowd-pleasing Pinot Noir that delivers juicy fruit, softness and effortless drinkability. A perfect addition to a Better Buy The Dozen mixed dozen—versatile, approachable and consistently enjoyable.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷