Novum Marlborough Pinot Noir 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Novum
Label Name:
 
Marlborough Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
New Zealand
Region:
 
Marlborough (Southern Valleys).
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
15-17°C

Awards/Ratings
95 points — Cameron Douglas MS (review). 95 points cited by retail notes; praised for structure and ageing potential

Tasting Note
Bright red and dark cherry, raspberry and plum with earthy forest-floor, spice and subtle smoked-meat notes. Silky texture, grainy tannins and bright acidity lead to a refined, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, mushroom risotto, herb-roasted pork, grilled salmon. Asian: Peking duck, miso-glazed salmon, char siu pork, Korean BBQ short ribs, shiitake and tofu stir-fry.

Production Method
Fruit sourced from select Southern Valley sites; 100% destemmed, indigenous yeast fermentations in small vats; aged ~12 months in French barriques (≈30% new). Sustainable/organic farming practices.

Vineyard Info
Novum is a boutique Marlborough project founded by William and Rachel Hoare (first releases 2016), focusing on small parcels and site-driven Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah.