Felton Road - Central Otago Cornish Point Pinot Noir 2021
96/100
Decanter
96/100
James Suckling
16,5+/20
Jancis Robinson
93/100
Vinous
“A hint of distant wood smoke, a touch of nettle, and lovely tart blackberries create an aromatic nose. The palate is exquisitely fresh with a firm structure. Typical of Cornish Point, the aromatic flavors highlight the wine’s juicy character. The finish lingers with notes of smoke and apple seeds. A mouthwatering wine. This wine spent 13 months in 25% new French oak.” (Decanter 2022). A cuvée of dazzling finesse! Screw cap
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Nose
Notes of black fruit, raspberry, rose, and freshly cut herbs
Palate
Rich and well-balanced with excellent depth
Serve
At 14-16°C
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with soft-boiled eggs, Angus beef, stuffed capon, sausage rougail...
Decanter
Wine rated (2022 guide) 96/100
About the wine:
A hint of wood smoke, a touch of nettle, and a lovely tart blackberry create an aromatic nose. The palate is exquisitely fresh with a firm structure. Typical of Cornish Point, the aromatic flavors highlight the wine’s juicy character. The finish lingers with hints of smoke and apple seeds. A truly mouthwatering wine. This wine was aged for 13 months in 25% new French oak.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Wine Enthusiast
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated 16.5+ out of 20
Vinous
Wine rated (2023 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
The 2021 Cornish Point Pinot Noir stands like a ballerina, poised and tall, though this ballerina has more meat on her bones than one would see in a royal ballet. The mid-palate is rounded, yet it remains light on its feet, moving on tiptoes across the palate. Aromas of aromatic herbs accompany red cherry rather than black cherry, dark chocolate, and coffee grounds. The finish is fresh and finely textured.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2022 guide) 96/100
Rated: Recommended
About the wine:
A very lively Pinot Noir with a delicate tannic structure and a velvety texture. Medium-bodied and very dense, with lovely notes of berries and strawberries, it has an extremely long finish. Subtle complexity with hints of salted caramel. Ready to drink now or for aging.
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