Region - South Island
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A simple, direct, fruity expression of Central Otago Pinot Noir, with ample black cherry fruit and a bit of weight on the palate but not much nuance.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Shows all the requisite pea, pepper and tropical fruit in front of an intense palate that comes on like an explosion of melon, nectarine and grapefruit. On the finish it runs calmer, and the flavors and feel are harmonious. Says a lot for New Zealand, at least their Sauvignon Blanc. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A bit Crozes-Hermitage-like, to tell the truth, with peppery, floral notes accenting crisp cherry-berry fruit, and slightly drying tannins on the finish. Not a typical Pinot Noir, but a nice drink nonetheless.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This vineyard is coming into its own, with stellar wines emerging from Felton Road and Pyramid Valley in 2007 as well as this offering. It’s nearly jammy, filled with cherry fruit, but there is enough sous bois character to make it recognizably Pinot Noir, and a delightfully lush, creamy texture framed by supple tannins and adequate acids. Drink now–2017.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This starts off nicely enough, with hints of cherries, rose petals and cedar, but the promise isn’t quite fulfilled on the palate, which is lightweight and simple, with cedar- and coffee-tinged oak gradually taking over.
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Maude Pinot Noir - 2008
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is a lightweight, supple Pinot Noir that should be consumed over the next year or so, as the modest cherry fruit is already starting to decay and head toward root vegetables.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
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