"Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir" is a renowned wine crafted by the esteemed producer Cloudy Bay, known for their iconic wines from New Zealand's Marlborough region. This wine hails from the prestigious appellation of Marlborough, known for its cool climate and ideal terroir for Pinot Noir. The vineyard features well-drained soils and abundant sunshine, resulting in grapes with exceptional flavor and complexity. The winemaking process involves careful hand-harvesting, gentle fermentation, and aging in French oak barrels to enhance the wine's texture and aromatics. The wine exhibits a classic Pinot Noir style, with bright red fruit flavors, earthiness, and silky tannins, offering a refined and elegant expression of this beloved varietal. It is a must-try for wine lovers seeking a premium New Zealand Pinot Noir.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir is a delightful red wine from New Zealand.It offers aromas of ripe strawberries, cherries and raspberries, along with hints of savory earth and spice. On the palate, it reveals layers of juicy fruit, earthy spices, and a hint of vanilla. The finish is long and smooth, with a pleasant lingering of the berry fruit and spice. Enjoy now, or cellar for up to five years.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2058
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Medium
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Cloudy Bay
Region: Marlborough
Marlborough is a wine region located in the northeast corner of New Zealand's South Island. It is the country's largest and most important wine-producing region, accounting for over 75% of the nation's total wine production. With its unique combination of geography, climate, and soil, Marlborough has become a world-renowned producer of high-quality wines.
Marlborough's wine industry began in the 1970s, when the first vineyards were planted in the region. Since then, the region has seen tremendous growth, with the number of vineyards increasing from just a handful in the 1970s to over 600 today. Marlborough's wines have become increasingly popular around the world, and the region now produces some of the most sought-after wines in the world.