"Hallmarks of a classic Otago Pinot" Cameron Douglas, MS
"Finely textured palate displaying juicy fruit flavours together with rounded mouthfeel" Wine Orbit
Perfect with roast chick, grilled salmon, duck, paté, honey roasted beetroot & caramelized brussel sprouts
Mystery Central Otago Pinot Noir 2019 (01)
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Mystery Central Otago Pinot Noir 2019 (01)
Accolades
Awarded 90/100 Points
Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Apr 2021
Awarded 4 Stars
Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Mar 2021
Description
- French oak
- Red fruits & beetroot
- Nutmeg
- Delicate acidity
"Ripe, fleshy, fruity and varietal bouquet. Hallmarks of a classic Otago Pinot are on show with fruits scents of fresh raspberry and red cherry, a mild wild thyme savoury line and stony mineral core. Aromas follow through on the palate as flavours that mirror the nose with raspberry, and wild red cherry, a foundation of firm-ish chalky textured tannins, youthful acid line and a savoury mineral under-currant" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Apr 2021
"It's elegantly expressed on the nose showing spiced cherry, olive, game and toasted nut aromas, leading to a finely textured palate displaying juicy fruit flavours together with rounded mouthfeel, finishing smooth and attractively savoury" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Mar 2021
The resulting wine is sophisticated and soothing drink, very comfortable in its own skin. It possesses a bouquet of bright red fruits, not quite ripe plums, violets and potpourri. The palate is equally gentle in its approach. Raspberry and strawberry notes give way to some earthy beetroot and savoury influences. The tannin profile is velvety and is supported by a delicate acidity with hints of five spice and nutmeg.
The fruit for this wine was sourced in small parcels from a number of growers across a number Central Otago’s sub-regions. A mix of clones was used to further add complexity. These included Pinot Noir clones 777, 667, 10/5, Abel, 115, 114, 5, and 6.
The 2018/19 growing season was not without its challenges for Central Otago growers. Early season frosts were followed by a cool and wet November. The weather settled into a dry and warm summer before April arrived with more cool, wet weather and frosts. Despite the challenges at bookends of the season, the fruit was harvested ripe and clean in April.
The fruit for this wine was hand-picked and fermented predominately in open top fermenters. A small amount of whole bunch was used in some of the ferments to contribute florals and spice. Cap management was kept to a minimum in order to express the more ethereal nature of Pinot Noir. The individual components were matured in mostly older oak barrels. Once again so as not to overwhelm the delicate fruit expressions with gaudy new oak. The wine was left to evolve and mature for close to 18 months, before being blended, finished and bottled.
Food Pairing: Roast chicken, grilled or barbequed salmon. Of course, duck is always good with Pinot Noir. For the brave palates chicken liver paté or pork rillette. For the less carnivorous try honey roasted beetroot, caramelised Brussel sprouts, or mushroom risotto.
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Excellent drop, would order again??
Julie - 30/03/2023
Very good value
Lynette - 21/03/2023
Love this wine
Bruce - 23/02/2023
Very light Pinot. Totally enjoyable with a nice steak and salad in the summer.
Lesley - 02/01/2023
Excellent
Arun - 11/12/2022
As always it punches well above its price. A lovely smooth typical Pinot from south.
Jan - 21/10/2022
Lovely easy drinking light Pinot Noir.
Aimi - 17/10/2022
Excellent pinto. Nice body
Paul - 15/10/2022
Thank you
Mike - 29/05/2022
This is a great Pinot noir our second order of this
Shane - 23/05/2022
Perfect pinot and great value for money. Just ordered another doz for the cellar.
Karen - 30/03/2022
A wine worthy of it's $25 price tag. Even better at $17 Have paid a lot more for lesser quality Pinot Noir.
Jock - 14/03/2022
Excellent value.
Ross - 23/02/2022
Great value; have re-ordered.
John - 16/12/2021
Light but still Delicious
Grace - 12/12/2021
So yummy we bought nother 18 bottles. Perfect for Christmas.
Janette - 11/12/2021
Delicious
Ross - 03/12/2021
Great wine value for money
Blar - 26/10/2021
Great drop. That’s my second order of this. Cheers
Hilary - 29/09/2021
awesome
robert - 13/09/2021
Excellent will buy again
Michael - 12/09/2021
Really good fast delivery great wine ??
Karen - 11/09/2021
A very good wine for the price
Charles - 11/09/2021
Very nice wine
Janine - 06/09/2021
Yummy!
kelly - 03/09/2021
Loving the wine
Brian - 21/11/2023
An easy drinking Pinot
Neville - 17/04/2023
I haven’t tried it yet!
Astrid - 22/02/2023
A nice light Pinot noir, good value for an Otago pinot
juleigh - 01/02/2023
Very smooth pinot
SUSAN - 23/12/2022
Very enjoyable wine - would order more
David - 21/12/2022
Very nice wine, and a pleasurable drink.
John - 06/11/2022
Pleasant, easy drinking Pinot. Definitely value for money.
Vivianne - 23/05/2022
Enjoyed this wine. Not as bold as some Otago Pinots but subtle savory and fruit flavours abound.
Andrew - 01/04/2022
Excellent value, a very drinkable Pinot Noir.
Colin - 16/01/2022
A good Central Otago Pinot . Very easy to drink .
PAT - 27/12/2021
Lightish for a Central Otago pinot noir but nice and fruity. Very pleasant.
Michael - 20/11/2021
Enjoying this wine, good value and would buy again.
Valerie - 07/11/2021
Enjoyed .Ordered another box
Steve - 19/09/2021
Smooth and mellow
Roger - 18/09/2021
Excellent wine. Would buy again
Hilary - 18/09/2021
Pleasant ,and smooth on the palette
Alison - 18/09/2021
First time trying this wine and really enjoying it. I will definitely purchase this one again.
Margaret - 07/09/2021
Great bang for your buck. X
Cushla - 02/09/2021
An average Pinot
Gary - 09/12/2022
Pretty light so not quite what I would expect from Central Otago.
Jason - 10/11/2022
Good value for money I'm enjoying it
kevin - 26/08/2022
A pleasant pinot, good value but in line with many of the ones from this area rather than a stand out.
Warwick - 30/04/2022
Not a bad little drop
IAN - 18/01/2022
Not sure yet - still to try. Very pleased with brand and year.
Shirley - 24/12/2021
Quite a nice drinkable Pinot, definitely worth trying.
Vicki - 29/09/2021
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