The 2011 vintage (3.5) was hand-picked in the Waihopai Valley and matured for 15 months in old French oak casks. Ruby-hued, it is a supple red with good texture and moderately concentrated, cherry and slight herb flavours, not especially rich, but very charming.
Details
Type: Red Wines
Variety: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2011
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★✰ – 3.5 Stars
Price: $49 NZD
Sweetness: DRY
Value for Money: –V
Buyer’s Guide Edition: 2015
The overall rating for quality is Tentative, as Michael has only reviewed a small number of vintages of this particular wine.