About Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Pinot Noir 750mL
The Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Pinot Noir opens with an alluring bouquet of dark cherry, wild strawberry, and dried rose petals, underscored by a whisper of forest floor and warm spice. On the palate, this Marlborough Pinot Noir is silky and refined, delivering layers of ripe plum, black cherry compote, and a subtle violet florality. Fine-grained tannins frame the mid-palate beautifully, while a thread of toasty French oak and earthy mushroom complexity adds depth and intrigue. The wine shows the precision and cool-climate elegance characteristic of the Omaka Valley, with a bright natural acidity keeping everything lifted and fresh through to a long, graceful finish.
Medium BodydryServe 14–16°C
- elegant
- silky
- complex
- earthy
- refined
- cool-climate
Sommelier's Notes
AI-curated tasting insights
Flavour Profile
Primary
- dark cherry
- ripe plum
- wild strawberry
- dried rose petals
- black cherry compote
Secondary
- toasty French oak
- forest floor
- dried mushroom
- five-spice
Finish
The finish is long and silky, leaving a lingering impression of red cherry, subtle cedar, and a finely poised mineral quality that speaks clearly of its Marlborough origins.
Food Pairings
- pan-seared duck breast with cherry jus
- mushroom and truffle risotto
- lamb rack with herb crust
- aged pinot noir washed rind cheese
- roasted salmon with beetroot puree
- charcuterie and cured meats board
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