Description
Matt and Sophie both grew up in the enlivening surroundings of Central Otago. With this formative connection we dreamed early on of finding a special vineyard to venerate Central Otago Pinot Noir. We found it in the Anthem vineyard, cradled in the Gibbston Valley. This is a sublime red cherry, raspberry and violet expression of Pinot Noir, chaperoned by a suite of savoury, sappy undertones. Wild fermentation, 50% whole-cluster inclusion and a low-toast oak regime gives elegance, complexity and structure to the wine. Unfiltered.
Awards
18.5 pts Jancis Robinson
5 stars Michael Cooper’s Buyer’s Guide
93 pts James Suckling
93 pts Vinous by Antonio Galloni
92* Outstanding - Allen Meadows (Burghound)
95 Cameron Douglas MS
Certifications
Low/no sulfur
Alcohol
13.5%
Analytical data
dry
0.0 g/l residual sugar
5.5 g/l acidity
Vinification
Whole cluster fermentation: 50%
Was malolactic fermentation used: yes
Was high-solid fermentation used: yes
Maturation
12 months in French oak barrique (35% new)
Bottling
Closure: Screw top