Pinot Noir
2019 Caythorpe Family Estate Marlborough Pinot Noir
Viticulture and Winemaking
The 2019 growing season was characterised by an early bud burst and hot, dry summer which allowed for a fantastic ripening period leading into harvest. Two cane, vertical shoot positioned (VSP) clone 115 vines were meticulously managed to deliver low yields with intensity of flavour.
A small, select parcel was hand harvested March 2019; the fruit was fully destemmed and cold soaked, with a portion encouraged to ferment naturally by indigenous yeast to express single vineyard characteristics. After a total of 21 days on skins the wine was aged in both new and seasoned French oak. Bottled November 2019.
Tasting Note
Colour - Ruby red
Bouquet - Red cherry and boysenberries
Palate - Sweet, succulent red cherry and berry flavours with hints of dark herb. Refreshing and juicy mouthfeel with generous palate weight and supple tannins.
Details
Alcohol 13.0% Acidity 5.0 g/l
