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A wonderful example of Pinot Noir made by an undisputed Pinot master
This dry grown vineyard was planted in 1981 on old, red volcanic soils at 150m elevation.
The palate is rich and very finely structured. Extremely approachable for a young wine but with plenty of potential for ageing.
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Description
This dry grown vineyard was planted in 1981 on old, red volcanic soils at 150m elevation. There are four separate parcels of Pinot Noir, two north facing blocks of MV6 and another of Abel, as well as a more sheltered south facing block of MV6. A deeply complex wine with aromas of blackberry, dark cherry, plum pudding and wood spice. The
palate is rich and very finely structured. Extremely approachable for a young wine but with plenty of potential for ageing.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Earthy, Herbal, Red Fruits
Palate:Cedar, Red Cherry, Strawberry
Food Pairings:
Fish
Game
Poultry
Description
This dry grown vineyard was planted in 1981 on old, red volcanic soils at 150m elevation. There are four separate parcels of Pinot Noir, two north facing blocks of MV6 and another of Abel, as well as a more sheltered south facing block of MV6. A deeply complex wine with aromas of blackberry, dark cherry, plum pudding and wood spice. The
palate is rich and very finely structured. Extremely approachable for a young wine but with plenty of potential for ageing.
palate is rich and very finely structured. Extremely approachable for a young wine but with plenty of potential for ageing.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Earthy, Herbal, Red Fruits
Palate:
Cedar, Red Cherry, Strawberry
Food Pairings:
Fish
Game
Poultry
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Earthy, Herbal, Red Fruits
Palate:
Cedar, Red Cherry, Strawberry
Food Pairings:
Fish
Game
Poultry