2019 Rockburn The Art Pinot Noir, Central Otago
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Dark, ruby-red with a purple hue and some depth, lighter on edge. The nose is softly-full, with good depth and intensity of cherries, blackberries, along with fresh thyme and black liquorice, follow by dusty cinnamon and black pepper. The aromas are well in proportioned and in harmony, subtle savoury detail unfolds as it aerated. Medium-bodied, the palate is opulent, aromas of cherries, blackberries and a hint of black Doris plums have an elegant core, unveiling fresh thyme, black pepper and an amalgam of oak spices, followed by violet fragrances. The palate has an ethereal velvety fine-grained tannin extraction, linger with spices and a refined grip. Well-integrated lacy acidity carries the wine with good energy to silky linearity. This is an age-worthy Pinot Noir with immediate appeal, multilayers and harmonious flavours with clarity and intensity.
Match with tea-smoked duck and sugar-cured venison over the next 6-8 years. Pinot Noir clones 667, 777 and 5 from the Dunstan Foothills. 21% whole bunch, fermented to 14% alc, aged in French oak barrels for 14 months, 56% new oak
19.5/20 Candice Chow Raymond Chan Reviews Nov 2020
From a grower vineyard in the Dunstan foothills. Elegant and appealing pinot noir with floral, violet, dark cherry, anise, spice and nutty oak flavours. An attractive texture and very lengthy finish add appeal. Accessible now but with potential 13 NOV 2020 Drink 2020–2029 NZD 96.00 BOTTLE (STORE)
95 points Bob Campbell MW therealreview.com
Created from a single vineyard site low on the slopes of Bannockburn this Pinot Noir speaks with great eloquence of its origins. Very high quality fruit and excellent physiological ripeness allowed for a generous inclusion of whole bunches in the ferment, adding spice and texture to the wine, and further complexity and harmony was encouraged with extended maturation in barrel. This wine shows a dense core of bramble-fruit, suggestions of star
anise and cinnamon, firm yet pliable tannins and a structure defined by length and elegance.
Fine tension and minerality underline the palate and indications are strong for a decade or so of cellaring should you wish.
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Central Otago |
| Varietals | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 98 |
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