Tasting Note: “Bright garnet hue with a lifted fragrance that mingles dried florals, fresh mint, wild thyme, Otago cherry, mulberry, and new leather. The flavours complement the aromas with forest fruits, lush florals and an intriguing flinty note. Immediately fresh, the finely textured palate builds in the mouth and crescendos with appropriate grip and incredible persistence. Vibrant at release, this wine is apt for cellaring and will continue to evolve for 15+/-years.” – Jen Parr
Winemaking Notes: Harvested on 31st March, 4th, 7th-10th and 13th April 2022. 32% whole bunch fruit, fermented in 29% new oak for 11 months. Unfined, Crossflow filtered. 1,763 dozen total production.
Alcohol: 14.0%
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Region: Bannockburn, Central Otago, New Zealand
Accolades:
97/100 – Bob Campbell MW
95/100 – Cameron Douglas MS
93+/100 – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
97/100 (Platinum) – Decanter World Wine Awards 2023 (2021 vintage)
93/100 – Rebecca Gibb MW (2021 vintage)
5 stars – Michael Cooper (2021 vintage)