Pencarrow Pinot Noir 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Pencarrow
Label Name:
 
Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
New Zealand
Region:
 
Martinborough (Wairarapa)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
13-15°C

Awards/Ratings
Raymond Chan 18. 5/20 (≈93 pts); g. , 94). Positive reviews from Wine Orbit and Cameron Douglas MS; drinkability window noted through late 2020s

Tasting Note
Aromas of dark cherry, blackberry, forest floor and toasted spice. Palate shows ripe red and black fruits, subtle oak, earthy/mushroom notes, silky tannins and a long, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Peking duck, roasted pork, Beef Bourguignon, lamb koftas, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, Korean BBQ or char siu pork.

Production Method
Fermented with some whole-cluster and wild yeast; matured ~10 months in French oak (≈25% new).

Vineyard Info
Pencarrow is the second label from Palliser Estate (Martinborough). It offers approachable, regionally expressive Pinot Noir at good value.