The distinguished 2016 vintage (5*) was harvested from 20 year-old Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines at Kaikoura, and disgorged after five years on its yeast lees. Light yellow/green, with a highly fragrant, yeasty, complex bouquet, it is very vigorous and intense, with searching, peachy, citrusy, yeasty, gently biscuity flavours, and an almost dry (6 grams/litre of residual sugar), very long finish. A 'complete' package, it's well worth discovering.
Details
Type: Sparkling Wines
Variety: Sparkling Wines
Vintage: 2016
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★★★ – 5 Stars
Price: $75 NZD
Sweetness: MED/DRY
Value for Money: AV
The overall rating for quality is Tentative, as Michael has only reviewed a small number of vintages of this particular wine.
Reviewed August 2022