-
97
/ 100
Bob Campbell MW -
97
/ 100
Decanter -
97
/ 100
Sam Kim -
97
/ 100
Raymond Chan Wine Reviews
Red
Classification
Pinot Noir
Variety
2022
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
New Zealand
Country
Central Otago, Bannockburn
Region
13.5%
Alcohol %
15 Plus Years
Cellaring
Scores
97 / 100"Typical juicy Bannockburn style with an extraordinary lengthy finish that elevates the wine above its peers. A hint of floral aromas with cassis, dark-fleshed plum, blackberry and a subtle seasoning of spicy oak. Delicious wine that can be appreciated now."
- Bob Campbell MW
97 / 100
"An energetic burst of red berry, plum and cherry infused with a forest floor and truffly mushroom undercurrant. Exquisitely poised with velvety tannins, a crunchy acidity and a beautifully youthful, autumn leaf texture. Long and peppery."
- Decanter
97 / 100
"This is gracefully opulent and sophisticated with Black Doris plum, dark cherry, dried herb, toasted almond and subtle savoury notes on the nose. The palate is robust and substantial, while remaining gorgeously harmonious and elegant. Silky and plush within a sturdy frame, promising to evolve magnificently. At its best: now to 2038."
- Sam Kim
97 / 100
"Bright, ruby-red with good transparency, slightly lighter on the rim. It has a broody, alluring bouquet penetrating with aromas of black cherry, blackberry, plum, wild thyme, sage mushroom and a hint of game. Medium-bodied, lightly savoury aromas of black cherry and blackberry melded with cinnamon, nutmeg, wild thyme, sage, brown oyster mushroom and a subtle hint of game. Filigree tannin lightly frames the ripe fruit, herbs, and savoury elements, unveiling spice and integrating enlivening acidity to an enticing, lengthy finish. A James Bond of Pinot Noir, smooth and polished. Match with lamb loin and duck breast over the next 10+ years. Fruit from Felton Road & Hall Road, fermented with 32% whole bunch, aged 11 months in French oak, 29% new oak."
- Raymond Chan Wine Reviews
Tasting Notes
“Bright garnet hue with a lifted fragrance that mingles dried florals, fresh mint, wild thyme, Otago cherry, mulberry, and new leather. The flavours complement the aromas with forest fruits, lush florals and an intriguing flinty note. Immediately fresh, the finely textured palate builds in the mouth and crescendos with appropriate grip and incredible persistence. Vibrant at release, this wine is apt for cellaring and will continue to evolve for 15+/-years.” Jen Parr - August 2023
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity