Pinot Noir! Often described as the heartbreak grape due to its delicate nature and the challenges in cultivating it, it rewards those efforts with wines of ethereal elegance and captivating complexity. Imagine a red wine that whispers rather than shouts, alluring you with its bright red fruit aromas like cherry, raspberry, and cranberry, often accompanied by delicate floral notes of violet or rose.
As you delve deeper, Pinot Noir can unveil more nuanced layers. Depending on its origin and age, you might discover earthy undertones reminiscent of forest floor or mushroom, along with subtle hints of spice like cinnamon or clove, particularly if it has seen some time in oak. These oak influences, when well-integrated, can also impart delicate notes of vanilla or toast.
The aroma is full of juicy plum, dark cherry, mocha and bright wild thyme… The flavours from the nose continue with a mouth filling dark cherry and luscious cassis character matched with supple mouth filling tannin that gives a silken textural structure. The savoury cocoa and resinous spices from the oak and whole bunch fermentation help draw the red and blue fruits across palate melding to a complex and concentrated finish.
Pipers Brook Estate Pinot Noir 750ml showcases a vibrant ruby red hue, encapsulating the essence of Tasmania's pristine wine-growing conditions. This Pinot Noir is celebrated for its complex berry flavours and refined tannin structure, making it a standout choice for both connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike.
Characteristic perfumed, fragrant aromas highlighted by cherry and red berry fruits, complemented by a touch of spice and underlying French oak. The long, silky palate has lovely elegance, a plush, velvety texture and a finely poised finish.
Our Devil’s Staircase wines are inspired by the winding road leading from Queenstown to Kingston along the shores of Lake Wakatipu.Sourced from several Central Otago vineyards, the Devil’s Staircase Pinot Noir takes the willing down into the realm of decadence and Bacchanalian delights. Here, everything is pleasure spiced up with a bit of naughty.
Secret Stone Marlborough Pinot Noir 750ml is a testament to the rich terroir of Marlborough, known for producing some of the finest Pinot Noirs. This wine captivates with its floral elegance and vibrant red fruit flavours, making it an excellent choice for both special occasions and everyday enjoyment.
