Ros Ritchie Pinot Noir 2022 from Victoria’s Upper Goulburn high country is a cool‑climate, mid‑weight pinot that leans into red fruits, spice and savoury detail rather than big, ripe power. You can expect bright cherry and raspberry, hints of strawberry, gentle floral notes and a touch of earthy undergrowth and spice in the background. The palate should sit light to medium bodied with juicy acidity and fine, silky tannins giving it shape and a nicely dry, moreish finish.

This Upper Goulburn pinot noir is a natural with roast chicken, pork fillet, duck dishes or mushroom‑based plates, where that red‑fruit core and savoury edge really come into their own. It will also work beautifully with charcuterie, soft cheeses and herb‑driven veggie dishes, making it a very handy Adelaide lunch and dinner red. A light chill on warmer days will only make it more refreshing.

What makes Ros Ritchie Pinot Noir 2022 so appealing is the balance of perfume, finesse and drinkability – it feels like a proper high‑country pinot with enough structure and savoury nuance to keep pinot die‑hards happy, but it stays relaxed and approachable in the glass. It’s the sort of bottle you can open mid‑week and still feel like you’re drinking something a bit special.