2014 Burn Cottage Central Otago New Zealand Pinot Noir

13.4% alc., $55. · Dark garnet color in the glass. Aromas of blackberry, pomegranate juice, muddy earth and a hint of whole cluster lead off. Bold flavors of blackest cherry, blackberry and Hoison sauce flood the mouth with goodness. Ostentatious fruit expression yet not jammy, with balancing acidity and immersed tannins. Some oak-driven tobacco and toast notes ply the background. The wine offers advanced fruit maturity at a modest ABV. I sense the whole cluster inclusion in this wine by the texture and structure. The grand finish is a fitting climax. Score: 93. Reviewed October 22, 2017

Winery: Burn Cottage Vineyard
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted Pinot Noir & Chardonnay