Wickhams Road Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2025 is an elegant Australian red wine from Victoria's renowned cool-climate region. Crafted from Upper Yarra Valley fruit and select experimental blocks, this Pinot Noir delivers rich dark berry complexity with exceptional depth.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Wickhams Road Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2025 displays a vibrant medium ruby colour with garnet highlights, reflecting the wine's youthful energy and cool-climate origins. The brilliant clarity and attractive hue hint at the careful vineyard selection and gentle winemaking techniques employed by Hoddles Creek Estate.
Aroma
The bouquet is rich and complex, offering generous aromas of dark berries including blackberry and mulberry. Layers of black cherry and ripe plum emerge alongside subtle notes of forest floor, dried herbs, and a whisper of spice. The aromatic profile showcases the distinctive character of Upper Yarra Valley fruit with remarkable depth and elegance.
Palate
On the palate, this Pinot Noir reveals beautiful fruit purity with flavours of black cherries and plum taking centre stage. The wine displays a silky, medium-bodied texture with fine-grained tannins that provide structure without heaviness. Dark berry notes are complemented by earthy undertones and subtle oak integration. The finish is smooth and persistent, with lingering fruit and gentle spice that invites another glass.
Pairs With
This versatile Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with roast duck, grilled lamb chops, mushroom risotto, beef bourguignon, salmon teriyaki, aged cheddar, brie, charcuterie boards, and roasted root vegetables.
