2021 Scorpo Eocene Pinot Noir

Four years old and drinking magnificently — Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir of extraordinary geological character from ancient Eocene-era soils

96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion | 95 Points – The Wine Front

Mornington Peninsula, VIC

$70 a bottle
Eocene Pinot Noir • Scorpo • Mornington Peninsula • Victoria • 2021 (4 years old)

"Eocene — Scorpo’s celebrated geological terroir Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir. 96 points Halliday, 95 points The Wine Front. Four years old and drinking magnificently — ancient Eocene-era soils, extraordinary mineral complexity at $70."

The Scorpo Range at Liquid Vibe

Two extraordinary expressions from one of the Mornington Peninsula’s most celebrated and respected producers:

• Eocene Pinot Noir 2021 — 96pts Halliday, 95pts The Wine Front. Ancient Eocene-era soils, extraordinary mineral complexity. $70.
• Old Cherry Orchard Pinot Noir 2021 — 97pts Halliday, 95pts The Wine Front. Heritage site, extraordinary elegance and distinctive character. $90.

About Scorpo and Eocene

Scorpo is one of the Mornington Peninsula’s most celebrated and respected producers — founded by Paul Scorpo, known for producing wines of extraordinary elegance, cool-climate precision and distinctive geological character from the Mornington Peninsula’s most exceptional vineyard sites. Eocene is named after the Eocene geological epoch — approximately 34 to 56 million years ago — referring to the ancient Eocene-era soils on the Mornington Peninsula that contribute unique mineral complexity and distinctive geological character to the wine. These ancient geological formations are among the oldest on the Mornington Peninsula, creating Pinot Noir of extraordinary mineral depth and distinctive terroir expression. Dual critical acclaim — 96 points Halliday Wine Companion and 95 points The Wine Front — confirming Eocene as one of the Mornington Peninsula’s most celebrated and distinctive Pinot Noir expressions. Now 4 years old and drinking magnificently.

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Bright ruby-red with garnet hues and excellent clarity — four years old and showing beautiful development.

Aroma:
Captivating and elegantly expressive with:

• red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry
• rose petal, dried herbs and subtle spice
• forest floor, earthy minerality and fine oak integration — the extraordinary geological character of ancient Eocene-era soils

Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir of extraordinary aromatic elegance — the red cherry and wild strawberry character of premium cool-climate Pinot Noir beautifully integrated with the forest floor and ancient mineral complexity of four years of careful development on Eocene-era soils.

Palate:
Medium-bodied with excellent balance and complexity.
Expect layers of:

• red fruit, cherry and raspberry
• spice, cedar and silky tannins
• the extraordinary geological mineral complexity of ancient Eocene-era soils

Finish:
Long and satisfying with persistent red fruit, savoury complexity and the elegant geological character that makes Eocene Pinot Noir so compelling.

Critical Acclaim

96pts – Halliday Wine Companion

95pts – The Wine Front

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2021 (4 years old — drinking magnificently)
• Variety: Pinot Noir
• Terroir: Ancient Eocene-era soils (34–56 million years old)
• Region: Mornington Peninsula, VIC
• Producer: Scorpo
• Founder: Paul Scorpo
• Serving Temperature: 14–16°C
• Cellaring: Drinking magnificently now – 2029+ (8–12 years)

Food Pairings

• Roast duck breast with cherry glaze
• Grilled quail with wild mushrooms
• Seared salmon with soy and ginger
• Truffle risotto or wild mushroom pasta
• Soft-rind cheeses — Brie or Taleggio

Why We Love It

This is four years old and drinking magnificently — Scorpo’s 2021 Eocene Pinot Noir, 96 points Halliday Wine Companion and 95 points The Wine Front, Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir of extraordinary geological character from ancient Eocene-era soils 34 to 56 million years old. Paul Scorpo at his most geologically expressive.
At $70, it delivers outstanding geological terroir Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir character and exceptional value from one of Victoria’s most celebrated cool-climate producers.

Ancient soils, extraordinary character — Eocene, by Scorpo.