The 2011 vintage (4*) was hand-picked in the northern Wairarapa and matured for 10 months in French oak casks (17 per cent new). Ruby-hued, it is an elegant red with vibrant cherry, plum and spice flavours, ripe and savoury, slightly earthy notes and very good complexity. Very harmonious and finely textured, it has strong drink-young appeal. The 2013 vintage (4.5*) is ruby-hued, mouthfilling and sweet-fruited, with generous cherry, plum and spice flavours, showing excellent complexity, and a finely textured, lengthy finish. Best drinking 2016+.
Details
Type: Red Wines
Variety: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2013
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★★ – 4 Stars
Price: $45 NZD
Sweetness: DRY
Value for Money: –V
Buyer’s Guide Edition: 2015
When to drink: 2016