PINOT NOIR 2008
THE WINEMAKING
The grapes were handpicked according to flavour and skin ripeness. Each clone was fermented separately in traditional oak cuves after undergoing a period of cold soak to enhance colour extraction. Our winemaking style encourages texture, complexity and balance. Once these elements are in unison the wine is pressed off and matured in 25% new French oak barriques. The wine is fined using natural products and unfiltered.
THE WINE
2008 was a great growing season with the fruit arriving at the winery in perfect condition. An enticing nose of ripe red fruits which combine beautifully with flavours of sweet dark plums intermingled with savoury notes and exotic spices. This wine is elegant and refined but with real weight and power.Beautifully suited to a rack of lamb or gamey dishes such as venison or duck.
The recommended retail price is $35.00 per bottle.
You can buy from retailers throughout New Zealand (see Where to Buy) or enjoy at a number of premium restaurants. Or, you may buy directly from us. Note we sell wine in cases of 6.
Harvest Date: April 2008
Ripeness at harvest: 24.5 brix
Alcohol: 14% by vol
ph: 3.5
Total acidity: 5.9g/l
Residual sugar: 0g/l