2023 Valli Bendigo Pinot Noir

A bold, structured Pinot Noir — rich, complex and beautifully composed. Bendigo power with serious finesse

97 Points – Wine Orbit | 95 Points – JamesSuckling.com | 95 Points – The Wine Advocate | 95 Points – Raymond Chan Wine Reviews

$85 a bottle
Single Vineyard • Powerful • Elite Central Otago Pinot

“A bold, structured Pinot Noir — rich, complex and beautifully composed. Bendigo power with serious finesse.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Deep ruby with a vibrant crimson hue — rich, concentrated and inviting.

Aroma:
Intense and layered with:

• black cherry and dark plum
• blackberry and raspberry
• violets and spice
• hints of thyme, earth and subtle oak

Aromatic depth with signature Bendigo intensity.

Palate:
Fuller-bodied for Pinot, yet beautifully balanced — a powerful expression of site.
Expect layers of:

• ripe dark and red berries
• black cherry and plum
• spice, herbs and savoury nuance
• fine, structured tannins
• bright acidity giving balance and length

The wine delivers power and structure, while maintaining elegance and precision.

Finish:
Long, rich and persistent with lingering dark fruit, spice and fine tannins.

Critical Acclaim

• 97pts – Wine Orbit
  “Rich, complex and beautifully structured.”
• 95pts – James Suckling
  “Refined, balanced and impressively long.”
• 95pts – The Wine Advocate
  “Detailed, expressive and full of character.”
• 95pts – Raymond Chan Wine Reviews
  “Layered, powerful and elegantly composed.”

About Valli & Bendigo

Valli is one of Central Otago’s most respected Pinot Noir specialists, producing wines that showcase subregional character.

The Bendigo subregion is known for:

• warmer conditions
• richer, more powerful Pinot styles
• depth and structure
• excellent ageing potential

Food Pairings

• Duck
• Lamb
• Roast meats
• Mushroom dishes
• Aged cheeses

Why We Love It

This is serious Central Otago Pinot Noir — powerful, structured and highly awarded.
At $85, it delivers premium quality with strong international recognition.

A must-have for lovers of richer, more intense Pinot Noir.