Loveblock Pinot Noir

Vineyard: These Pinot Noir grapes come from our estate on the Bendigo Loop Road in Central Otago. The soil type is free draining sandy loam over schist alluvium gravels known as Molyneux soils. Clones planted here are B777 B667 B115 and Abel. The vineyard was entirely cane pruned to two canes with the wire being approximately half full. Yield from the vineyard was two tonnes per acre. The Dijon clones give the wine nice floral notes while Abel provides structure to the wine. Appearance: Deep dark crimson. Bouquet: Big ripe black cherry with smoky notes and hints of mushroom peaking out behind rich fruit. Palate: Fleshy black plum with layers of cherry and sweet berries play on the palate dancing with notes of violet. Food match: Dry tannins and hints of cigar make this a versatile wine to pair with turkey salmon lamb and beef. – Loveblock Vintners Ltd