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The Devil Bend Creek range offers an accessible entry into the Moorooduc style: cool-climate restraint, silky tannins, and the kind of finesse that has made Mornington Peninsula one of Australia’s most exciting wine regions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"moorooduc-estate-pinot-noir-2023-mornington","title":"Moorooduc Estate Pinot Noir 2023 (Mornington)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMoorooduc Estate Pinot Noir 2023 from Mornington displays a pale ruby garnet hue with an elegant bouquet of ripe red and black cherries, black rose petals, and subtle hints of pomegranate, coriander seed, and cardamom spice. The palate highlights vibrant red cherry complemented by delicate floral notes of lavender and rosewater, balanced by velvety tannins and crisp acidity. This complex wine finishes with tangy pomegranate molasses, making it an excellent match for lamb tagine or flame-grilled quail. 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This youthful, elegantly crafted wine delivers vibrant red cherry and rhubarb flavours with velvety tannins and firm acidity, offering both immediate drinking pleasure and excellent cellaring potential of 5-10 years from this distinguished Mornington Peninsula estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePale ruby\u003c\/strong\u003e in colour with brilliant clarity and translucent edges, displaying the characteristic profile of premium cool-climate Pinot Noir. 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