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"Grapes sourced from our own Fromm Vineyard (5.1%), from Churton Vineyard in the Waihopai Valley (18.8%) and from two sites in the Brancott Valley, Yarrum (25.4%) and Wrekin (50.7%). No herbicides, pesticides or systemic fungicides used. Only approved natural fertiliser applied. All vineyards certified organic (BioGro).
Hand-picked between March 16th and 31st. 100% destemmed while retaining a high portion of whole berries. Selected parcels from each vineyard were individually fermented on “wild” yeast and vinified into single vineyard wines, providing the blending components for this Cuvée. Average time on skins between 14 and 28 days. Matured for approximately 14 to 18 months in French oak barrels (less than 10% new).
Dense, deep red colour. The nose is concentrated yet fragrant with dark fruit aromas, complex, focused and very expressive. On the palate again concentration without being heavy. An elegant Pinot Noir with beautiful transparency, excellent structure and tension and very fine tannin support in the finish, reflecting one of our most exciting vintages since 2010. "
Rated Outstanding & 96/100 Cameron Douglas MS, July 2022 (2020 Vintage)
"Ripe, pure, complex and teases the senses with an engaging bouquet filled with scents of red plum and dark cherry flesh then a lees and fine gunflint quality. Gently fine spices from a barrel layer in adding complexity and charm, plush and equally complex on the palate. Also very youthful with a bright firm texture, contrasting core of fruit and energy. An abundance of fine through moderate tannins, moments of silky texture, contrasting acid line and lengthy varietal finish. A wine that needs some key development time with best drinking likely from 2025 through 2035+. Delicious and lengthy."
5 Stars & 96/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, July 2022 (2020 Vintage)
"This is sensually composed and expressed showing dark cherry, dried herb, assorted nut and tapenade characters. The wonderfully weighted palate delivers silky texture and flowing mouthfeel, beautifully framed by fine-grained tannins, finishing impressively long and seductive. At its best: now to 2034."
5 Stars & 95/100 Bob Campbell MW, The Real Review, July 2022 (2020 Vintage)
"Lifted floral aroma with flavours suggesting cassis, dark cherry, dark-fleshed plum, liquorice, and smoky oak. Moderately intense wine with bright, high energy flavours and a fine, peppery texture. Should develop well."
95/100 JamesSuckling.com, September 2022 (2020 Vintage)
"Gorgeous nose of wild blackberries, raspberries, cloves, sandalwood and bark. Some iodine, too. Sleek and seductive on the palate with very finely integrated tannins. Very attractive saline edge to the wild dark berry fruit. Drink or hold."
