2017 Felton Road Block 5 Pinot Noir
$395.00
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Considered by many as new Zealand's benchmark Pinot Noir, Felton Road are renowned throughout the world for unblemished quality. Their philosophy is driven by sustainability and the wines are produced by way of biodynamic viticultural practices in harmony with their land, the stars and the moon. The winery is three-tier gravity fed to accommodate a 'hands off' approach throughout these crucial stages of production. Minimal human intervention during the winemaking process allows the fruit to better express itself through the unique characteristics of its origins. This extremely rare Single Block 5 Pinot Noir is the the powerhouse of the Felton Road range.
A diverse and complex aromatic profile that’s difficult to single out individual components: the layers and intensity are all you could wish for. The site and its ageing vines bestow a completeness and compelling harmony. Spice and perfect ripeness of fruit keeps it focused and sophisticated. The wine saturates and coats the entire mouth with the flavour and tannin building to provide an enduring and memorable finish. Pedigree, purity and power.
5 Stars Bob Campbell.
100/100 This is an extraordinary wine. It boasts great purity and power with layer
upon layer of subtle flavours that include violets, red rose petal, dark cherry
and mixed spices – a kaleidoscope of ever-changing characters most keenly
displayed on the finish. It’s delicate, fragrant and has enormous length.
Wonderful now – I look forward to charting its progress with bottle age.
Ageing: 2018-2027
5 Stars (Super Classic New Zealand Wines) Michale Cooper.