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Underground Notes
Pinot Noir
Marlborough, New Zealand
New arrival
Real character. True terroir.
- Type
- Red
- Varietal
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Alcohol
- 13%
- Formats
- 750ml · 12pk
The story
Underground Notes is a tribute to what lies beneath the surface—the rich soils, cool climate, and passion that go into every bottle. From the renowned Marlborough region of New Zealand, this Pinot Noir expresses elegance, purity, and true sense of place.
Tasting notes
- Appearance
- Brick red in color with a translucent edge.
- Sweetness
- Dry.
- Body
- Light-bodied.
- Acidity
- Bright, lively acidity.
- Aroma
- Enticing aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry, and red plum layered with notes of violet, warm spice, and earthy undertones.
- Palate
- Fresh red cherry, cranberry, and raspberry layered with hints of forest floor and baking spice. Silky tannins create a refined mouthfeel.
- Finish
- Long, elegant finish with lingering red fruit and subtle spice.
Food pairings
- Roasted Duck
- Wild Mushroom Risotto
- Soft Cheeses
- Herb-Crusted Salmon
- Pasta with Light Sauces
Wine details
- Origin
- Marlborough, New Zealand
- Varietal
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Alcohol
- 13%
- Serving temperature
- 55–60°F (13–16°C)
- Vinification
- Fermented in stainless steel with partial maturation in French oak.
For trade
- 750ml · 12pk
Listed on the price list as “Underground Notes Pinot Noir”.
The producer
Underground Notes
Marlborough · New Zealand
Underground Notes is a tribute to what lies beneath the surface—the rich soils, cool climate, and passion that go into every bottle.
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