The 2023 Picardy Pinot Noir is an elegant, estate-grown Pinot Noir from Pemberton, Western Australia, showcasing the region's cool-climate finesse and the Pannell family's Burgundian-inspired winemaking. The nose is fragrant and expressive, revealing aromas of red cherry, raspberry and wild strawberry, complemented by subtle truffle, floral notes and a delicate limestone-like minerality.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with silky texture, vibrant natural acidity and fine, refined tannins. Layers of red berries and dark cherry are balanced by gentle savoury spice and subtle oak, leading to a long, graceful finish with impressive purity and precision. The wine is approachable in its youth yet has the structure to develop additional complexity over the next 8–10 years.
Ben's Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an outstanding choice for customers who appreciate refined, cool-climate Pinot Noir with elegance, freshness and excellent ageing potential. Pair it with roast duck, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, roast quail or herb-roasted chicken. Best served slightly below room temperature after a short decant, with rewarding drinking now or careful cellaring over the next 8–10 years.
