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Fetherston 'Fungi' Pinot Noir 2023
Grape Type Pronunciation: "pee-noh nwah"
Primary flavours
Cherry
Cranberry
Pomegranate
Blood Orange
Cherry Blossom
Light
Details
Crunchy red cranberry, pomegranate and black cherry flavours dance with earthy and sweet spices in this cool climate Yarra Valley Pinot Noir. Juicy yet restrained and fresh, this is a great textural expression of Pinot Noir. It's medium-bodied, with high acidity and crunchy tannins, and definitely worthy to open tonight with a rich dish or cellar for a few years to come!

Some wineries are headed by those who seem to have inherited their skills from generations of winemakers. Others get there from raw talent, ambition, and a hell of a lot of hard work. The team behind Yarra Valley’s Fetherston Vintners definitely sit in the latter camp, and their dedication to exploring and experimenting with lesser-known varietals is more than paying off. Fetherston Vintners is run by Chris Lawrence, a former top chef with a serious commitment to flavour, and Camille Koll, who earned her stripes working for Domaine Chandon. Together, their hard-earned knowledge of grape varietals and flavour profiles combines to create something really rather special; a modern, dynamic Yarra Valley winery, unafraid to take risks and stick its neck out to get the results it deserves. If you haven’t yet discovered the fruits of Chris and Camille’s passion project, well... it’s high time you did something about it.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
nonesomelots
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
lowmediumhigh
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low (under 12%)medium (12-14%)high (14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with high acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and some oak.
Specs
Region
Yarra Valley
country
Australia
Grape type
Pinot Noir
Wine Maker
Fetherston Vinters
Alcohol
12.5%
Vintage
2023
Cellar period
3-5 years
Closure
Screw Cap
Production method
Vegan
Temperature
Room Temperature 15°C-18°C
State
VIC
Pairing guide
Pinot Noir is widely described as a red wine varietal which pairs with almost anything. While this might be a bit of an exaggeration, it is a remarkably flexible grape, which thanks to its fresh acidity and drinkability, pairs well with many foods and cuisines which are otherwise difficult to find a match for. Australian Pinot Noir, particularly, pairs beautifully with aromatic meat dishes of duck - think oriental crispy duck and mildly curried meats - as well as mushroom-based dishes and pulled spiced pork.
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Food
Duck
Grilled Pork Belly
Cheese
Tastes
Tangy
Fatty
Moods
Excited
You'll know when
Seasons
Autumn
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Yarra Valley, Australia
The Yarra Valley is a picturesque wine region located just outside of Melbourne, Australia. The region is known for its cool climate and diverse range of soils, which are well-suited to the production of a wide variety of wine styles, including sparkling wines, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. The Yarra Valley has a rich history of winemaking, with the first grapevines being planted in the 1830s. Today, the region is home to more than 80 wineries, making it a popular destination for wine tourists and local enthusiasts alike. So whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or just looking to try something new, the Yarra Valley is sure to have something for you
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