Fromm, The Curation Pinot Noir 2020
Fromm, The Curation Pinot Noir 2020 is a dry, light-bodied red from Pinot Noir (Marlborough, New Zealand), in the light, fresh reds style. Tannins are soft and acidity fresh; oak influence is some. Good with duck, salmon, roast chicken, charcuterie. Organic farming is mentioned by the merchant.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyme Bay, Pinot Noir 2024 Lyme Bay · England | £34.50 | |||
| Dog Point Pinot Noir 2022 Dog Point · Marlborough | £34.01 | |||
| Terra Sancta Mysterious Diggings Pinot Noir 2025 Terra Sancta · Central Otago | £34.01 | |||
| Bourgogne Pinot Noir, Laroze de Drouhin 2023 Domaine Drouhin Laroze · Burgundy | £34.00 |
The 2020 Curation Pinot Noir from Fromm is bright, supple, and sophisticated. It opens with lifted aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and a touch of spice, layered with hints of dried herbs and earth. The palate is silky and fine-boned, showing juicy fruit upfront, then tightening into a more savoury, mineral edge that speaks clearly of its Marlborough origins. The tannins are gentle but present, giving the wine shape without weighing it down. One of New Zealand's rising stars, Fromm Vineyards has built a strong reputation for elegant, site-driven wines since its founding in the 1990s. The estate has always leaned towards organic farming and a hands-off approach in the cellar, letting the vineyards do the talking. The Curation Pinot brings together fruit from their top sites, offering a snapshot of the estate’s style: pure, balanced, and confident.