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Innocent Bystander Pinot Noir 2012 Wine Review

Innocent Bystander Pinot Noir 2012

Innocent Bystander Pinot Noir 2012

Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $25.00

Drink: 2013-2018

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Innocent Bystander

Agent: Terra Firma Brands

Natalie's Score: 89/100

This New Zealand Pinot Noir is almost full-bodied, and is ultra smooth and supple with attractive black cherry and berry flavours. The grapes are sourced from the cool Yarra Valley and are hand-picked and vinified in a gravity flow winery in Healesville.

Pinot Noir food pairings: cured meat tray, sausage.

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This Innocent Bystander Pinot Noir 2012 was reviewed on August 30, 2014 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 196691
  • $18.27 
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Reviews and Ratings

Jane Staples - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

A bright, fruity Pinot from Australia's Yarra Valley, with inviting aromas of tart cherry, earth and mocha. Repeated on the palate, with a very subdued oak in the background and a hint of fresh cedar. High acidity and a lovely smooth, harmonious mouthfeel. Satisfying cherry finish with long mocha echos.
13.5% LCBO 178897 at Vintages

Grab a couple of bottles now to enjoy with duck, grilled salmon or the Thanksgiving turkey.
A vibrant New Zealand Pinot Noir that seems to straddle Australia and Burgundy in style: lots of berry fruit and good acidity. Pair with planked salmon. - Community Wine Reviews

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