Peregrine Central Otago Pinot Noir 2022

Description

Cherry, Oak, Spice

Exquisitely floral and perfumed, this wine shows attractive bright red fruit and cherry aromatics. The wonderfully structured palate features sumptuous depth of fruit, subtle brown spice and velvety tannins, with a lovely acidity providing both drink now and long-term cellaring opportunities. Purity, elegance combine with texture, concentration and length. A true reflection of the Central Otago sub regions that contribute to our Pinot Noir. Up to 10 years, and beyond if well cellared.

Hand harvested from Bendigo (51%) and Pisa (49%) sub regions of Central Otago.

Healthy soil moisture and warm sunshine provided strong shoot growth followed by a good flowering and fruit set. The hot, dry growing conditions through summer and early autumn ensured the resulting crop was balanced, ripe and ready for an early start to harvest.

A combination of whole bunch and destemmed fruit fermented and hand plunged in open top fermenters, and matured for 10 months in French oak barrels.

Food Pairing: Duck, mushroom dishes & lighter red meats.