Estate-grown in the foothills of the Pisa Range, in the Cromwell Basin, the 2019 vintage (5*) was hand-harvested and matured in French oak barriques (24 per cent new). Certified organic, it is already delicious. Full, bright ruby, it is beautifully fragrant, mouthfilling and supple, with gentle acidity and generous, youthful cherry, plum and spice flavours, in a notably refined, harmonious style. Drink now or cellar.
Details
Type: Red Wines
Variety: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2019
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★★★ – 5 Stars
Price: $70 NZD
Sweetness: DRY
Value for Money: AV
This wine is a Super Classic.
Past Vintages:
Vintage: 2017; Winemaker’s Rating: 7/7; When to Drink: 20 – 27
Vintage: 2016; Winemaker’s Rating: 7/7; When to Drink: 20 – 26
Vintage: 2015; Winemaker’s Rating: 6/7; When to Drink: 20 – 25
Vintage: 2014; Winemaker’s Rating: 7/7; When to Drink: 20 – 25
Vintage: 2013; Winemaker’s Rating: 7/7; When to Drink: 20 – 25
Vintage: 2012; Winemaker’s Rating: 7/7; When to Drink: 20 – 21
Vintage: 2011; Winemaker’s Rating: 6/7; When to Drink: P – P
Vintage: 2010; Winemaker’s Rating: 6/7; When to Drink: P – P
Notes: WR provided by wineries. P = Peaked.
Reviewed June 2022