2016 New Zealand

Food match: roast turkey or nut roast

Rich, velvety and elegant, this elegant Pinot Noir from Marlborough offers an abundance of red and black fruit on the nose. These berry aromas are complemented by hints of smoke, dried herbs and spice, thanks to time spent in French oak. The palate is impressive and powerful, leading to a long finish.

Vibrant and lively on the front of the palate, this displays nettle, fresh gooseberry with a touch of lemon pith complexity. Underneath there is a little marzipan sweetness to the midpalate, white stone fruit too. Much more complex than one may initially expect. I suspect that this will age rather gracefully too. This should appeal not just to NZ Sauvignon fans but fans of more ‘proper’, old fashioned White Bordeaux too. 
Gary Owen - Private Account Manager