This delicious, versatile Pinot Noir is based on purity much more than power, showing admirable delicacy that is appropriate to the grape variety and also restrained wood that likewise indicates a respectful approach in the cellar. Red berry and black cherry fruit notes are generous without seeming obvious or heavy, and fine-grained tannins provide just the right degree of grip in the finish. Great for grilled fish or white meat dishes.
Forrest, Marlborough (New Zealand) Pinot Noir 2010
By Michael Franz