Greystone Vineyard Ferment Pinot Noir 2018
New Zealand, North Canterbury
Pinot Noir
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Description
Hand picked and fermented in the vineyard in the rows where the fruit was grown. We allow the fruit to start fermentation in its own time and respond to the rhythm of the season. Therefore the fermentations are driven not only by indigenous vineyard yeast but also the ambient temperatures. We gently hand plunge the vats once per day and then allow a short maceration post-ferment for balance and harmony. The young wine is then aged for 15 months in older oak barrels before being estate bottled. Complex and earthy. The 2018 vintage shows minerality, spice and subtle wild berries on the nose.
Awards
Bob Campbell 94 pts
Certifications
Alcohol
13.5%
Bottling
Closure: Screw top