Escarpment Te Rehua Pinot Noir 2021
Escarpment Te Rehua Pinot Noir 2021
Price: 52,00€
DESCRIPTION
Escarpment Te Rehua Pinot Noir 2021 reveals a unique fruit richness and robustness, while showcasing the dense tannic structure characteristic of Martinborough. Aged for 19 months in French oak barrels (42% new), this exceptional wine is sourced from the gravelly and alluvial soils of Wairarapa.
The nose offers aromas of black cherry, plum, and spices, enriched with classic notes of undergrowth and licorice. Its silky texture and powerful character give it a robust elegance. Aging potential of up to 15 years. Pairing with wild boar chops with prunes or game terrine with hazelnuts.
region
Wairarapa
New Zealand
Wairarapa, whose Māori name means "glistening waters", is a compact, confidential region nestled in the south of the North Island, an hour's drive from Wellington. Identified in the late 1970s as climatically close to Burgundy, its free draining gravel terraces and cool, dry climate gave rise to some of the most sought after Pinot Noirs in New Zealand. Its three subregions, Martinborough, Gladstone and Masterton, share a common base while offering nuances of character that a trained palate will pick out. Martinborough wines lean towards elegance and finesse, with notes of red cherry, strawberry, dried herbs and forest floor that develop towards leather and woodland complexity with age. A region that produces little, but produces well, firmly focused on quality over volume.
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An imposing Te Rehua, with deep aromas of black cherry and licorice. The palate is powerful yet silky, and cellaring will be rewarded.