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Dry River Pinot Noir - 2004(W-344)

Dry River Pinot Noir
Smooth & Elegant

Winery Story

Dry River Vineyard was established in 1979 for the production of individual, high-quality regional wines that faithfully reflect the "terroi... (more...)r" and the vintage from which they come. The name Dry River was originally held by a historical Martinborough sheep station (circa 1877) near what was initially called the Waihora River. The winery is located in what is now called the "Martinborough Terrace," a gravelly, free-draining area within the lowest rainfall zone in the North Island.

Tasting Note

Dark, robust and densely flavored, this Martinborough red ranks among New Zealand’s greatest Pinot Noirs. Complex, developed bouquet of sw... (more...)eet tobacco, plum, and dark chocolate with a lush and silky palate. It has super-ripe flavors of plums, spice, even licorice and prunes, and with firm supporting tannins. Very concentrated, with a rich, complex finish.

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June 22, 2009
Violet perfume and "fern forest floor" on the nose. Flavors of cherry and wild strawberry.


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January 05, 2007
minerally, slight effervescence, ripe red fruit, slight spice


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September 20, 2006
Performs as described. Nice depth and intensity for a pinot noir, but not so tannic or complex as to overwhelm lighter foods. Thoroughly enjoying this wine.


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May 24, 2006
Nose: little raspberry, wet earth. - Palate: lots of jammy fruit, easth again (maybe mushrooms?). Just lovely! Worth the $$$!


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