Felton Road Cornish Pinot Noir 2020 1.5L
Felton Road Wines Ltd, in Bannockburn, Central Otago, New Zealand, has planted some of the world's southernmost vineyards. The expression, growing on the edge, has real meaning in Central Otago, with the lowest rainfall and lowest temperatures of any agricultural region in New Zealand.
Felton Road farms four properties totalling 32 ha in the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago. This wine is from Cornish Point vineyard where the close proximity to water creates a unique mesoclimate. Meticulous summer management of a single vertical shoot positioned (VSP) canopy ensures even and early fruit maturity.
Moderately intense pinot noir with dark-fleshed plum, dark berry, cassis, chocolate-mocha, spice, anise and subtle floral notes supported by suede-like tannins. A complex wine that can be appreciated now but will clearly benefit from bottle age. - Bob Campbell, The Real Review, August 2020, 96 Points
The Finer Details
Style - Red Wine
Varietal - Pinot Noir
Country - New Zealand
Region - Central Otago
Vintage - 2020
Bottle Size - 1.5L Magnum
ABV - 14%
Other - Organic & Biodynamic
Closure - Screwp Cal