Mac Forbes Yarra Junction Village Pinot Noir 2023 from the cool Upper Yarra is a beautifully perfumed, high‑altitude red that nails that fine‑boned, detailed style the estate is loved for. This 2023 Mac Forbes Yarra Junction Village Pinot Noir feels both ethereal and serious, with real shape and structure beneath the pretty aromatics.

In the glass it’s all bright red cherry and raspberry, summer florals and a twist of blood orange, with amaro‑like spice and a touch of sappy, whole‑bunch complexity sitting over silky, mealy tannins. The palate is light‑bodied but intense, crunchy and vibrant, packed with red fruits, gentle herbal notes and a long, finely etched, mouth‑watering finish.

Food‑wise, this is a dream with roast duck, crispy‑skin chicken, charcuterie, mushroom risotto or confit salmon, where that bright acidity cuts through richness. It will also shine with pork belly, barbecued quail, miso‑glazed eggplant and semi‑hard cheeses, making it a versatile, dinner‑table Pinot that absolutely sings with modern Australian food.