Maressa Pinot Noir Chadstone

The lifted pretty aromatics give way to similar vibrant spice on the palate. There is plenty of lush generous fruit alongside juicy red cherries, supported by clove, nutmeg and five spice. Soft velvet like tannins work with the bright acid to contribute to a sustained length of flavour.
The established vineyards on the Peninsula now have the significant advantage of meaningful vine age. But the reality is that many of those vineyards would likely be planted with different clones, different densities and sometimes different orientations based on today’s knowledge. Crittenden, bouchard pere & fils chassagne-montrachet a horticulturist by trade, scouted for a Peninsula property in the early 1980s alongside surgeon Dr Richard McIntyre, who was also looking for a suitable site. While delicious in youth, our premium Single Vineyard wines reward + years of careful cellaring, developing greater savoury depth and complexity. Is Pinot Noir from the Mornington Peninsula different to other regions? Yes - the Peninsula’s maritime climate and diverse soils create wines with brightness, elegance and depth, distinct from warmer Victorian or Tasmanian styles.

Previously the Charles Sturt graduate started as his career as the winemaker at Willow Creek and has had winemaking roles at Heathcote Estate, Yabby Lake and Clyde Park. At Montalto, Black’s wines have been received with much critical claim and have garnered numerous awards. Amy Oliver completed a business degree in her early 20s, with a working holiday to the UK developing a love for hospitality and the wines of the world. A corporate career followed, but wine never left her thinking, completing her WSET 3 qualification while working as a project manager. That immersion saw her permanently spin off into wine, with stints working as an assistant sommelier at Andrew McConnell’s Cutler & Co, as well as the role of head sommelier at Neil Perry’s Rockpool Dining.
The name Maressa (from the Latin "maris" meaning "of the sea"), is a nod to the noble maritime history of the Port Phillip Bay area. The wine is quite focused with fresh fruit and persistent acidity driving the palate. The earthiness is reminiscent of previous vintages, a characteristic that we now regard as a hallmark of this Burn Cottage site. The 2021 vintage brought lower than average yields and cooler conditions throughout the growing season. Fruit quality was excellent with small bunches and berries providing superb concentration of flavours, fine supple tannins and good acid balance. During a career researching and teaching neuroscience at Monash University, Nadeson founded Lethbridge Estate with his partner Maree Collis.
Montalto Pinot Noir - a benchmark Mornington Peninsula style; red-fruited, supple, beautifully balanced. Thoughtful and evocative, the Two Paddocks 2024 shows exotic wild herb, red brick and shist derived aromatics. This drives the entry into an enveloping rich, warm, succulent and elegant mouthfeel. The wine is tightly packed and complete, showing tactile finesse and persistence whilst also delivering generosity and enjoyment in its youth. We are committed to supporting independent wine producers who pour their hearts and soul into every bottle.

A benchmark Marlborough wine, Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir is proof that Marlborough’s climate and clay soils make it much more than a one-grape region. Pinot Noir complements duck, roast chicken, mushroom risotto, and even richer fish like salmon. Its balance of fruit and acidity makes it exceptionally versatile. At the Montalto Cellar Door, open daily, guided tastings showcase our full Pinot Noir range. Montalto Pinot Noir is consistently acclaimed, with Halliday Wine Companion Top Five Red Star Winery status underscoring our commitment to excellence.
Stylish and seductive, the wine shows dark plum, assorted nut, thyme, cured meat and rich floral aromas on the nose, followed by a wonderfully weighted palate displaying silky flow and fleshy texture. Tannins are fine and beautifully infused, making the wine gorgeously harmonious and persistent. A blend of grapes from Bannockburn, Earnscleugh & Gibbston Vineyards.
Subtle spicy notes of cinnamon, cardamom and star anise vie for attention. On the palate the wine is silky and fresh with bright red cherry fruit and clove and cinnamon spice. A hint of black pepper, fresh rosemary, thyme and lavender play across the tongue and the red cherry  fruit lingers long. Silky tannin structure and bright red fruit acid balance the flavours and the wine is delicious and harmonious. The nose opens with red cherry, cranberry, rose petal and subtle hints of forest floor and spice. On the palate it is light to medium bodied, with soft tannins, bright acidity and layers of red fruit, earth, and savoury herbs.

Fresh acidity and polished tannins with a long elegant red fruited finish. “A generosity of fruit that was pure and fresh without leaning into those compote profiles,” she wrote. “Juicy fresh raspberry and pomegranate, refreshing acidity and ripe tannins showcase a delightful purity of fruit. There’s some soft earthy elements and a fine-boned structure, but the beauty of this is its approachability and restraint. Such a generous mid-palate without the sweeter elements, showcasing very good judgment in picking time and handling. Unapologetically delicious.” Nadeson and Buckle had this in second place on their lists.
With nearly 18 months in bottle the rich yet elegant Lily is really staring to show itself. The wine has developed beautifully, the oak has integrated to become a background flavour and the fruit has really begun to sing. Juicy fruit flavours and tannins balancing the wine to the finish. With Secret Bottle, you can say goodbye to predictable choices and hello to a world of exciting possibilities. We handpick a diverse range of wines, meticulously chosen to showcase the unique flavours, regions, and stories that make them exceptional. Our selection process involves rigorous tastings, vineyard visits, and engaging with winemakers to ensure that every bottle we offer reflects our dedication to quality and authenticity.

It was in the ’90s that significant growth began, with landmark estates like Kooyong and Yabby Lake being planted to pinot and chardonnay. Their success would begin in the 2000s, and further cement the reputation of the Peninsula as a premier producer of the Burgundy varieties. It has the power to transport you to different corners of the world, connect you with nature, and evoke emotions. That's why, when you open a bottle from Secret Bottle, you're not just enjoying a drink; you're embarking on a sensory journey that immerses you in the rich tapestry of winemaking traditions. Our team of experts scours the globe, seeking out winemakers who embody  passion, craftsmanship, and a commitment to producing wines that truly stand out. Change of mind returns are available for up to 30days after purchase.
He also managed to squeeze in a winemaking degree in his spare time. Since 2003, Nadeson has been focused solely on the estate, farming with biodynamic principles and making wine from home vines, select local vineyards and as far afield as Heathcote, the Pyrenees and Henty. With a generally vaunted reputation, Mornington Peninsula pinot noir is already in an enviable position, even without the significant advantage of tourism that its idyllic location and surrounds encourage. The foundation was laid long ago, and the wines have found their place around the country and indeed around the world, with many estates exporting broadly, albeit often in small quantities.

Voss is your AI wine expert that answers all your questions and guides you to that perfect bottle. The boutique took residence in 2004 inside the former Turkish Bath House inside the coveted Royal Arcade, Melbourne. I ordered this 6 weeks before my husbands birthday and it never arrive. Sue’s interest in the interaction of viticulture and other agriculture - she’s also a champion vegetable-grower! - inspired a focus on specially-selected small parcels of fruit, both at the company’s Coonawarra base and carefully curated from elsewhere in Australia. That generational change is often a collaborative one, with the hard-earned wisdom of the older but still very much active generation working alongside their often very much grown children to drive the quality ever higher.
There is no better way to describe this wine other than a quintessential Mount Mary Pinot noir. The nose opens with a hint of  nougat, cranberries, stewed strawberry and quince. The palate is silky and seamless and flows effortlessly from front to back. Red fruit flavours dominate; namely cherry and strawberry with nuances of rhubarb and various root vegetables. This wine sees 20% new oak, adding a buttered mushroom creaminess to the mid palate.