From Carrick's own certified organic vineyards, Unravelled Pinot Noir is a quintessential Central Otago Pinot style with exuberant dark cherry fruits and that classic lick of wild thyme. Soft, round and juicy, it makes for a great glass of wine at a very good price.
Winery notes (2021 Vintage)
"The 2021 Unravelled is a delicious example of Central Otago Pinot, reflecting the fruits of the region, red cherries and red fleshed plums. It is well-rounded and nicely balanced, clove and all-spice can be found in amongst the ripe red fruits. Soft, yet a ball of energy on the palate, it finishes neatly with a hint of bitterness."
Rated Excellent & 94/100 Cameron Douglas MS, March 2022 (2021 Vintage)
"Complex and enticing bouquet, layers of mineral and crush rock scents sit between aromas of fresh red berries and plums, a very fine savoury seam and quiet layers of French oak with baking spice and light toasty quality. New, fresh, taut, fruity and dry on the palate. Flavours mirror the bouquet, but for the moment the intensity and drive comes from tannins and acidity – not too much mind – the fruit does coat the palate nicely. A wine that is brand new and needs some time to settle and develop. Best drinking from mid 2023 through 2030+."
4 Stars Michael Cooper (2021 Vintage)
"The bargain-priced 2021 vintage of this organically certified red doesn't claim Bannockburn origin on its label, but was estate-grown at three sites in the district. It was matured for seven months in French oak barrels, with no new wood, but use of second and third fill casks. Full, bright ruby, with a fragrant, spicy bouquet, it is mouthfilling and vibrantly fruity, with generous cherry, plum and spice flavours, showing good complexity, fresh acidity and finely balanced tannins. Already enjoyable."