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DECIBEL TESTIFY PINOT NOIR 2020

Product Code: 6976
Country: New Zealand
Region: Wairarapa Wine Country
Sub Region: Martinborough
Style: Red
Variety: Pinot Noir
Producer: Decibel Wines

Closure: Screw Cap
Unit: Each
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 13.0%
Grape: 100% Pinot Noir

Original price was: $69.99.Current price is: $59.99.

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Winery notes (2020 Vintage)
"Elegance and power is our mantra with this wine each vintage and this one is no exception. Dark, juicy fruit is complemented with savoury notes and heaps of character.

Dark and brooding in colour; the sultry nose likes some time to open up with notes of clove and dried rose petal, giving way to intriguing tar and dried fruit aromas. The palate is fruit-forward with layers of roasted strawberries, black cherry cola, and the fresh acidity of a ripe damson plum. The tannins carve a very fine long line, drawing the palate out and reflecting the elegant vintage afforded by a season of perfect weather.

After hand harvesting by clone across the vineyard into small crates the grapes were destemmed and crushed however leaving some whole bunch (5-50%) and stems in the ferments ranging from 1 tonne to 3-tonne ferments. Some ferments were inoculated and some were fermented wild. The wine was then pressed into the tank and settle for one or two days before putting into French oak barriques (15% new), unsulphured but kept cold over winter. In the spring the barrels were allowed to warm up naturally and finish malolactic fermentation. A small amount of sulphur was added post-MLF and kept cold over summer before being blended and went to bottle with no fining in February 2021. The wine was then aged in bottle for 18 months before its release in August 2022."

92/100 Bob Campbell MW, The Real Review (2020 Vintage)
"Medium-bodied wine with plum, dark cherry, violet, cassis, blackberry and spice/anise flavours with a backbone of fine, ripe tannins. Supple, elegant wine with a lingering finish and an appealing core of fruit sweetness."

92/100 Vinous (2020 Vintage)
"The 2020 Pinot Noir is balanced and harmonious, offering a seductive mouthful of refined fruit. A come-hither Pinot Noir, it coats the palate with its suave and mellow texture. The tannins act like the water coming from a shower edge, bathing the side of the cheeks from top to bottom with a seamless, savory coating. The finish is lengthy and sinewy, drawing out the palate and leaving a fragrant ending – all tea leaf, earth, cedar, red cherry and more."

17.5/20 Richard Hemming MW, JancisRobinson.com, June 2025 (2020 Vintage)
"There's a significant oak upgrade compared with their regular Pinot Noir, yet the fruit is equal to the challenge, resulting in a heartier, more cherry-cake style that envelops the palate. The finish has a medicinal, menthol edge as well as oak spice."

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Decibel Wines are prized for their purity, freshness, and vibrancy. Each wine in the Decibel family is crafted to reflect the unique terroir of Hawke's Bay, offering abundant fruit with a slightly esoteric take on style. The Testify wines are designed for longevity, Decibel wines are classic examples of their region, and Giunta wines boast bright, fruit-forward profiles with a nod to the winemaker's Sicilian heritage.

Winemaker Daniel Brennan moved from Philadelphia to New Zealand, leaving behind his life as a touring rock band manager to pursue his passion for winemaking. He collaborates with small-scale growers to produce award-winning wines using classic practices and minimal intervention. All Decibel wines are suitable for vegetarians and vegans, sourced from certified sustainable vineyards. Daniel's goal is to transition to fully certified organic production, working closely with growers to push the boundaries of sustainable viticulture.

At Decibel Central in Hastings, you can explore over 17 wines through tastings or simply drop in to pick up a bottle. With a range that includes the young and fresh Giunta Series, the expressive and approachable Decibel Wines, and the powerful, age-worthy Testify collection, there's something for everyone. Let Daniel and his team help you discover your new favourite Hawke's Bay wine.