Colour
Intensely and brightly coloured wine with a ruby-red hue
Nose
Ruby red in colour this wine has a bright cherry nose supported by complex red and dark fruits, spiced cherry, cedar, mushroom and floral characters on the nose
Palate
The palate highlights bitter chocolate, cherry and cinnamon spice notes supported by fine acidity and a flowing finish. Nicely balanced and drinking beautifully.

Vintage
The 2021 vintage in Waipara, North Canterbury was warm and dry - good growing conditions. Heat summation was well up on average while rainfall was 50% less than normal over the last three months before harvest. The lower rainfall meant that disease pressure was not present, allowing the winemaker to be patient and instruct the picking of the fruit in absolute pristine condition and when tasted at their premium. The effects of this were enhanced fruit flavours creating a wine of great balance.
Winemaking
The fruit was harvested in excellent condition and gently handled in the cellar using traditional burgundian methods and aged for 12 months in French oak barriques.
Awards & Accolades
- 5 Stars - 93pts | Wine Orbit
Specifications
Year | 2021 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Cultivar | 100% Pinot Noir |
Country | New Zealand |
Alcohol content
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13% alc vol
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Units of alcohol per bottle | 9.4 units |
Type | Red Wine |
Cellaring Potential | 2022 to 2025 – will continue to develop for a further 5 years. |
Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
Food Matches | The perfect wine for any season - enjoy on a picnic with cheese, cold meats, patés and terrines. A wonderful match too with a mushroom risotto or with a delicious steak off the BBQ. |
Appellation | Waipara Valley, North Canterbury |