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Nautilus Estate Marlborough Southern Valleys Pinot Noir 2020 750mL
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The Nautilus Estate Marlborough Southern Valleys Pinot Noir 2020 opens with an alluring bouquet of dark cherry, wild strawberry, and dried rose petals, underpinned by subtle notes of damp earth and warm spice. On the palate, this wine reveals its Southern Valleys origins through a silky, medium-bodied texture with vibrant acidity that carries flavors of ripe plum, pomegranate, and red currant. Gentle layers of forest floor, cedar, and a whisper of five-spice add complexity and depth. The tannins are fine-grained and polished, a hallmark of the cooler Southern Valleys sub-region, lending structure without austerity. The finish is long and elegant, with lingering red fruit and a savory mineral quality that speaks beautifully to the region's clay-rich soils.
Medium BodydryServe 14–16°C
- elegant
- silky
- earthy
- complex
- structured
- vibrant
Sommelier's Notes
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Flavour Profile
Primary
- dark cherry
- wild strawberry
- plum
- pomegranate
- dried rose petal
Secondary
- forest floor
- cedar
- five-spice
- damp earth
Finish
A long, refined finish with persistent red fruit, subtle minerality, and a faint savory earthiness that lingers gracefully.
Food Pairings
- duck breast with cherry jus
- mushroom risotto
- lamb rack with herb crust
- salmon with pinot noir reduction
- aged pinot gris washed rind cheese
- roasted beet and walnut salad
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