The 2017 Fromm Vineyard Pinot Noir is a refined and terroir-driven New Zealand red from Marlborough, showcasing the estate’s signature Burgundian-inspired style with a focus on elegance, balance and site expression. Crafted from organically farmed fruit and matured in French oak, it reflects both the vintage’s subtle richness and Fromm’s minimalist winemaking philosophy. The nose is alluring and complex, offering red to dark cherry, wild strawberry and subtle spice, layered with dried herbs, earth, cedar and floral nuances.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with a supple, silky texture and fine, polished tannins. Bright red fruit flavours are intertwined with savoury notes of forest floor, game and spice, supported by fresh acidity, leading to a long, elegant and gently savoury finish. The style is classic cool-climate Pinot Noir—focused on finesse, balance and complexity rather than power.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is a great choice for customers looking for a mature, elegant Pinot Noir with developed savoury character. It’s in a lovely drinking window now, showing both freshness and tertiary complexity. Drink now or over the next 2–4 years. Perfect with duck, roast poultry, mushroom dishes or light game.
