2011 Ostler Caroline’s Waitaki Valley New Zealand Pinot Noir

14.0% alc., screwcap. Imported by Terrell Wines, San Francisco, CA. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. A lighter, more elegant wine that I find appealing, although the phenolics seem to lack a little ripeness and the finish is a bit shallow. Very juicy and thirst quenching, with aromas and flavors of cherry, strawberry, and sandalwood, and very modest tannins. Highly approachable and easy to like, but not special. Score: 87. Reviewed October 21, 2014

Winery: Ostler
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