Nanny Goat Super Nanny Pinot Noir 2021

Nanny Goat is a Central Otago winery specialising in Pinot Noir. Its name derives from the fact that much of the country is rough, dry, mountainous and desolate – seemingly suitable only for goats. Apparently, the brand’s owner, Aussie John Valmorbida, was climbing up to a hilltop restaurant near Queenstown when the goat idea struck him. It is rather appropriate.

Comprised of only the finest select parcels of fruit identified for their distinctive colour, flavour and structural properties, this year saw 63% of the fruit from the Pisa vineyard and the remaining 37% from Queensberry. Carefully hand harvested and gently destemmed into small open top fermenters retaining a large proportion of whole berries alongside 16% whole bunch, the fruit is allowed to undergo a natural fermentation and extended post ferment maceration for a total of 30 days on skins before pressing to 225 litre French oak barrels (29% New) where it is matured for 14 months. Bottled without fining or filtration to ensure the beauty in the vineyard is reflected in the finished wine.

A wine of contrasting elements – equal measures of dark seductive plum fruit and lifted ethereal floral aromas combine to give an aroma profile that beguiles the senses and demands lengthy contemplation. The palate layers rich wild berry fruits with dark chocolate and a taut minerality, finishing with a blanket of fine tannin and a refreshing streak of bright acidity.

Attractive, fruit-focused pinot noir with floral, violet, dark cherry, berry and spicy oak flavours. A deliciously accessible wine, with a supple core of juicy fruit flavours balanced by fine, sweet tannins. Very appealing. - Bob Campbell, The Real Review, 94 Points.

The Finer Details
Style - Red Wine
Varietal -  Pinot Noir
Country - New Zealand
Region - Central Otago 
Vintage - 2021
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 14.5%