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Nice to see a pinot of this quality as a general listing, and at a reasonable price too. Not hugely complex, but a compelling sipper with cherry, cola, and floral notes. For me, it strikes the right balance between cool climate delicacy and in-your-face warm climate abundant fruitiness and high alcohol.
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Explosive flavours with a nice mix of sweet & sour fruits
Description: Light garnet to ruby in colour with a medium+ intense nose. This wine features pine, cherry, cranberry, raspberry, oak spice, nutmeg and autumn leaves. Medium body with low tannins, good acidity and a long length.
Negatives: Some heat from the 13% alcohol
Interesting Point: Slightly chill and serve in a Balloon style glass
Drink now or in the next 5-7 of years on its own or pair it with .
Tasted: 1 Aug 2015
Best Buy
Score: 8.5+/10, Value: 9/10 Total: 18/20
Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 4
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Another fine vintage from a reliable Marlborough producer of NZ Pinot Noir.
Bright nose of cherries, raspberry, hint of white pepper and herbs.
Palate of lush strawberries, sour cherries, and a touch of dark fruit jam. Medium-bodied, the nice acidity hold the fruit finish, with mild tannins.
A classic new-world pinot.
Tasted November 2014.
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