Martinborough Vineyards is one of the original players in what many would argue is New Zealand’s finest Pinot Noir producing region (though some Otagans may beg to differ).
With the benefit of several years bottle age, the 2008 Pinot Noir from Martinborough Vineyards is looking in good shape. While it is unmistakably New World with generous up-front fruit, there is excellent all round balance and a good amount of complexity to boot.
This is a wine with considerable depth of flavour, rich and plush in texture, yet there is no sense of excess or over-extraction. All in all, it is a good example of just what can be achieved with Pinot Noir in Martinborough.
2008 PINOT NOIR Producer: Martinborough Vineyards
Variety: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2008
Region: Martinborough, New Zealand
ABV: 14%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: N/a
Date tasted: 12 January 2013
Tasting Note:
Mid-garnet. Lifted nose of plums, dark cherry, spice, touch of leathery complexity. Dry, medium bodied, silky texture, unmistakably New World Pinot Noir. Quite rich, but well balanced. Plush and velvety. Good length. Will develop further.
Score: 17.5/20
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