The 2025 Portsea Estate Birthday Hill Single Block Reserve Pinot Noir is the estate’s top-tier red from Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, highlighting Pinot Noir from the distinctive Birthday Hill block. The nose shows dark cherry, blackberry and plum, layered with earthy notes, dried herbs, clove and subtle spice. The Birthday Hill bottling is positioned as Portsea Estate’s single-block reserve Pinot Noir.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with concentrated red and dark fruit, fresh acidity and fine, silky tannins. Savoury earth and spice bring complexity to the fruit, creating a structured Pinot Noir with good depth and a long, balanced finish.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is a great choice for Pinot Noir drinkers looking for a more structured and cellar-worthy expression of Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir. Enjoy it now with some air or cellar over the next 6–10 years. Ideal with roast duck, lamb, mushroom dishes, roast pork or grilled salmon.
