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Pinot Noir 2002 - SOLD OUT
The grapes for this wine were hand-picked from low yielding vineyards then de-stemmed and fermented in open-top tanks. Maturation in French oak barriques for eleven months has nicely married the warm berry flavours with fine tannins making a generous and well structured wine
Aroma: Blackberry and cherry with a fresh earthy character
Palate: Generous, filling texture with fine tannins and persistent fruit
Gold medal, Royal Hobart Wine SHow 2003
Gold medal, Hong Kong Winpac 2005
Maturation: 11 months maturation in French Oak barriques
Variety: Pinot Noir 100%
Alcohol: 14.25%
Residual sugar: 2.1g/l
Harvest dates: 23rd March to 8th April 2002
Bottling dates: 14th & 15th July 2003
Sensory Notes
Colour: Clear bright garnet and ruby tonesAroma: Blackberry and cherry with a fresh earthy character
Palate: Generous, filling texture with fine tannins and persistent fruit
Awards
Trophy - Champion Pinot Noir & Gold medal, Sydney International Competition 2005Gold medal, Royal Hobart Wine SHow 2003
Gold medal, Hong Kong Winpac 2005
Technical Notes
Fermentation: Whole berry in open top tanks and hand plungedMaturation: 11 months maturation in French Oak barriques
Variety: Pinot Noir 100%
Alcohol: 14.25%
Residual sugar: 2.1g/l
Harvest dates: 23rd March to 8th April 2002
Bottling dates: 14th & 15th July 2003
Cellaring Potential
This wine is ready to enjoy on release. Maturity is expected between late 2005 to mid 2007.Food Suggestions
An enjoyable match with New Zealand spring lamb and also a good red wine to serve with grilled fish, particularly salmon.
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