2021 Coal Pit Tiwha Pinot Noir
Grape
Pinot Noir
Its Origins
Coal Pit Vineyard covers 12 hectares of land on the warm north-facing slopes of Gibbston, the highest sub-region in Central Otago. Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc vines were first planted in 1994 on the glacially formed schist based soils, with a mix of clones for added complexity and balance. The Coal Pit vineyard typically yields intensely aromatic wines with strong minerality and is run in accordance with the proactive environmental management programme, Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand. Owner, Rosie Dunphy's decision to construct a 30 tonne winery in 2007 was integral in shifting the boutique vineyard's focus towards premium quality and allows ultimate control from vine to wine.
What The Critics Say
95/100 and Outstanding Cameron Douglas MS
"Always impressed by this expression of Pinot from the CP team. Aromas and flavours of mineral, spice, dried herb and savoury, pure red berry and plum fruits weaving between textures of tannins and acidity. Dry, taut, textured and complex with layers of flavours and mouthfeel delivering velvet through firm youthful tannins, medium+ acid line and well chosen barrel for spice, smoke and sweetness. Lengthy finish, well made and youthful." Drink 2025 - 2035
95/100 or 19/20 Raymond Chan Wine Reviews, Candice Chow
"Deep purple with a ruby core, lighter on the rim. The bouquet is elegant and ethereal, with lifted aromas of red and black cherry, raspberry, hibiscus, herbs, spice and undergrowth. Medium-bodied, aromas of cherry and raspberry entwined with hibiscus, black pepper, cinnamon and undergrowth. The fruit is concentrated yet delicate with great depth, slowly enveloping ginseng, liquorice and whole stem fragrance. Silky tannins flow with lacy acidity and draw a long, elegant finish. This Gibbston Pinot Noir shows elegance, delicate flavour and details with depth on a silky mouthfeel. Match with quail and duck over the next 8+ years. Fruit from Gibbston, handpicked, clones 115, 10/5, 777, 5. Wild fermented with 20% whole bunch to 13% alc, aged 10 months in French oak, 28% new oak. Bottle aged for 18 months prior to release. 19/20 pts (95 pts) July 2023 RRP $85"
96/100 and Trophies for NZ Red and Sustainable Wine, International Wine Challenge (2018 vintage)
"Firm and supple, already elegant with a lovely, soft, silky smooth mouth feel and lovely sweet cherry and berry fruit. It is so smooth, but there's a seriousness about it as well as perfect drinkability. Great intensity of flavour. Classy and effortless. " IWC Panel Chair Richard Bampfield MW, and Co-Chair Tim Atkin MW
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
|---|---|
| Region | Central Otago |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Maturity | 2023 - 2028 |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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