See Saw MARGE Skin Contact Gamay Pinot Noir: Tasting Notes

WINE STYLE → Juicy, Crunchy, New‑Wave Red

A vibrant, cloudy, skin-contact blend of Gamay and Pinot Noir that’s all about juicy red fruit, soft tannins and a playful, textural edge. Bright, plush and lightly savoury, this is a chillable red with personality — the kind of wine that turns a simple lunch into a long one.

Highlights

• Certified organic & vegan friendly
• Minimal‑intervention, skin‑contact red
• Dark cherry, raspberry, plum and gentle spice
• Cloudy, textural and softly tannic
• TSO₂ added at the press (low sulphur)
• 12.5% ABV

Taste Profile

Tasting Notes

Cloudy magenta in the glass with aromas of dark cherry, raspberry and a touch of plum. The palate is juicy and plush, offering red fruits, soft spice and a velvety mouthfeel. Gentle tannins and a lightly savoury edge keep it balanced, while the skin contact adds texture and intrigue. It’s bright, playful and incredibly drinkable — especially with a light chill.

Winemaking

Organically grown Gamay and Pinot Noir are fermented on skins to build colour, texture and aromatic lift. TSO₂ is added at the press in minimal amounts. Fermentation is wild, extraction is gentle, and the wine is bottled with minimal intervention to preserve vibrancy and character. The result is a juicy, textural, new‑wave red with a soft, cloudy appearance.

Vineyard & Vintage

Grown in the cool, elevated vineyards of Orange, NSW, where long ripening and natural acidity help red varieties retain freshness and aromatic detail. Organic farming enhances purity and expression, while the region’s altitude gives the wine its bright, crunchy energy.

Why We Love It

It’s the red you open when you want something fun, juicy and a little bit wild — but still beautifully balanced. Chill it down, pour generously and watch everyone at the table fall in love with it.

Food Pairing

A brilliant match for pizza, pasta, charcuterie and lightly spiced dishes. Try matching this wine with →

• Sticky Grilled Chicken — View recipe
• Sizzling Ginger Steamed Fish — View recipe
• Warm Lentil Salad with Baked Ricotta (Vegetarian) — View recipe

Mood or occasion to match this wine…

The perfect “long lunch with friends” red — bright, juicy and made for sharing, especially when served lightly chilled.

Cellaring

Drink now for maximum vibrancy, or cellar for 2–4 years for a more savoury, earthy profile.

Producer

See Saw Wines are leaders in cool‑climate organic winemaking in Orange, NSW. Their minimal‑intervention approach and commitment to sustainability produce wines that are vibrant, expressive and full of personality.

Related Wines To Try →

Explore more bright, textural and minimal‑intervention wines from See Saw:

• See Saw Gamay
• See Saw Gee Gee Skin Contact Pinot Gris Gewürztraminer
• See Saw The Party Pet Nat

FAQ

What does this wine taste like?

This cloudy, textural red shows dark cherries, plums and raspberry, with a juicy, plush palate and soft, velvety tannins. A lightly savoury edge keeps it balanced and incredibly drinkable.

Is this wine organic or preservative-free?

This wine is certified organic and vegan friendly. A small amount of sulphur dioxide (TSO₂ added at the press) is used, so it is not a “no added preservative” wine.

Does this wine contain preservatives (also called sulphites)?

All wines may contain naturally occurring sulphites. This wine has added sulphur dioxide to protect freshness and stability. Learn more about preservatives in wine

What food pairs well with this wine?

Perfect with pizza, pasta, charcuterie, grilled chicken, mushroom dishes and lightly spiced plates. It’s also gorgeous served lightly chilled.

How should I serve this wine?

Best served at 14–16°C, and it really shines with a light chill. No decanting needed — just open and pour.

How long will this wine last after opening?

Best enjoyed within 3 days when re‑sealed and stored in the fridge. The juicy red fruit is most vibrant over the first 48 hours.

Can this wine be cellared?

Drink now for its bright, plush fruit, or cellar for 2–4 years if you enjoy a slightly more savoury, developed profile.

Is this wine vegan friendly?

Yes — MARGE is vegan friendly.

Who will enjoy this wine most?

Great for Pinot Noir and Gamay lovers who want something playful, textural and a little bit wild, but still polished.

Is this wine Keto friendly?

This is a dry red with low residual sugar, so many keto‑style drinkers enjoy it in moderation. For tailored advice, please speak with a health professional.

What is a skin‑contact red all about?

Skin‑contact reds are made with extended time on skins — just like traditional red winemaking — but often with lighter extraction, wild fermentation and minimal intervention. This creates juicy, bright reds with soft tannins, gentle grip and a slightly cloudy appearance. They’re vibrant, textural and often best enjoyed with a light chill.

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